Los Olivos Grocery
Wine
Department Newsletter VII
Hi
everyone, this spring season has not brought us rain, but storms of
people have discovered our little store and we have been busy. While
patiently awaiting the Sea Smoke release, I have found myself
stock-piling some extraordinary wines and can hardly wait to let you
know about them.
Melville
Carries 2005 Pinot Noir
(05 not yet rated, 04 95pts) $56.99
Melville
Terraces 2005 Pinot Noir
(05 not yet rated, 04 96pts) $56.99
Alban
Central Coast 2005 Syrah
(last vintage to be made) $44.99
Curran
2006 Grenache Blanc (Made
by Kris Curran of Sea Smoke) $24.99
* Saxum
2005 Broken Stones
(92-95pts) $47.99
* Saxum
2004 Bone Rock (93pts)
$64.99
Linne
Calodo 2005 Cherry Red
(05 not yet rated, 04 95pts) $44.99
Linne
Calodo 2005 Outsider
$44.99
Linne
Calodo 2005 Rising Tides
(05 not yet rated, 04 95pts) $54.99
Justin
Vineyard 2004 Isosceles $56.99
Kistler
2004 Chardonnay Hudson
(92-94pts) $99.99
Kistler
2004 Chardonnay Kistler
(94-96pts) $99.99
Kistler
2005 Chardonnay Stone Flat
(95-97pts) $99.99
Kistler
2004 Chardonnay Vine Hill
(94-96pts) $99.99
Alta
Maria 2005 Grenache
(125cs made) $59.99
Pax 2005
Obsidan Syrah (93-95pts)
$79.99
*
Peter Michael 2005 Chardonnay Cuvee
Indigene (95-97pts)
$179.99
Peter
Michael 2005 Chardonnay Bell
Cote (94-96pts) $174.99
Peter Michael 2005 Chardonnay LaCarriere (93-94pts) $174.99
Alta
Maria 2005 Syrah
(50cs made) $48.99
There seems to be a lot of syrah on the market these days, a dime a
dozen, everybody and their uncle. There was a time when this
varietal excited me, and lately I have had a jaded attitude about
it. Then, Alta Maria 2005 Syrah came into my life, it resurrected my
love for the varietal and confirmed my excitement for this up and
coming new producer. This
wine wowed me. The creamy flavors coated my mouth with raspberry,
Coco and vanilla. With depth and conviction on the long satisfying
finish I was hooked. Only 12 bottles available - this wine will go
fast.
Domaine
du Gros Nore 2003 Bandol $26.99
This wine is a blend of 80%
Mourvèdre, 15% Grenache and 5% Cinsault. This warm vintage Bandol
is a wonderful example of the great contribution Mourvèdre has made
to the wine world. Sangiovese move over, this is the ultimate food
wine and it doesn’t hurt to be a member of the Wine Spectator Top
100. Wine Spectator 91 points - (#87 Top 100, 2006). “Rich and
ripe, with dark plum and cassis flavors, and notes of graphite and
iron. Full-bodied, with plenty of charcoal meat notes and a finish
filled with dark chocolate.”
Domaine
Pichot 2005 Vouvray
$12.99
I have always had a love for Loire Valley Chenin Blanc. Considered a
cooler climate Loire Valley wines demonstrate fresh flavor with
higher acidity. Many times the producers will leave a hint of
sweetness to balance the acid and it is enchanting. This off dry
Vouvray is the perfect summer wine with quince, peaches, citrus
blossoms and a fresh crisp finish.
Perfect on a warm sunny day or paired with spicy food this is
a must have!
Thank
you for your time, give me a call if you have any questions or would
like to place an order. Sea Smoke should be released in 2 or 3
weeks, I will keep in touch.
*
Case discounts do not apply
Deanna King,
Wine Buyer / Los Olivos Grocery 805-688-5115