Pacific Southern and Foley Wine Tasting at Wine Watch

Friday, October 24, 2014 - 07:00 PM

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It is my wish that an unforgettable wine should live on after me.”
- Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande.

 

I don't want any of my wines to live on after me… I plan on drinking as many of them as I can!!  I have 20,000 bottles in the store so I am getting busy as you can see by our calendar of events.

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There are two seats left for the tasting tomorrow night at the Edge Steak and Bar with the managing director Pierre Lurton from Chateau Cheval Blanc and Chateau D’Yquem. 

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We still have some room at a few of our events next week with one of our favorite producers at Michael Mina in the Fountainbleau Lewis Cellars with Dennis Bell on Tuesday night.  Check out the menu and list of wines for this event on our calendar of events along with all of the wines that we are serving- Dennis is bringing the 2005 Reserve from the wineries stash to share an older vintage with our group.  You always get extra at a Wine Watch tasting.

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It’s that time of year and we are finally starting to cool off a bit so we can throw one of our first wine parties of the season outside in the courtyard at Progresso Plaza.  We have two of our favorite suppliers hosting this event and over 40 different wines on the tables, this will be a walk around tasting and we will be setting up stations outside in the grotto at Progresso Plaza and Wine Watch Caterings Toni Lampasone will be making a some tasty treats to accompany the tasting wines.  The fee for this event is $35 + tax in advance $45 at the door, for reservations call 954-523-9463.

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Pacific Southern Wine Company and Foley Family Wines Tasting at Wine Watch
Friday, October 24, 2014
7:00 PM

 

Pacific Southern Wine Company

 

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Battle Axe Malbec 2012  
Price: $15.00 Sale $13.20 Case $153     

Battle Axe Malbec signals the end of dull wines. This is a 100% Varietal Malbec, sourced from a Single Vineyard Estate consisting of vines that are over 80 years old. The vineyard is harvested by hand and the wine is aged in new French oak barrels for a full 12 months. Battle Axe possesses a deep ruby red color with vivid purple tones and offers a complex nose of wild berries with subtle spice notes. Its superb fruit flavors combine perfectly with toasty hues providing great structure, character and a long finish.

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Frog's Leap Estate Rutherford Cabernet 2012
Price: $49.50 Sale $43.56 Case $505

A wine with all the hallmarks of the legendary Cabernets of Rutherford: deep, cassis-currant aromas, the classic notes of Rutherford Dust, earthen flavors of cedar and black olive and a velvety, plush mouth feel.          
  


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Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2013  
Price: $16.50 Sale $14.52 Case $169

Big, bold aromatics of grapefruit, lemongrass and orange blossom lead to vibrant flavors of tangerine, lime zest and pungent gooseberry. The finish has a bright acidity and notes of flinty minerals.

                  
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Morgan 12 Clones Pinot Noir 2012       
Price: $31.50 Sale $27.72 Case $322

This special wine demonstrates the power and finesse of Pinot Noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands. It displays aromas of black cherry, cola, and anise. Flavors of cranberry and pomegranate are complemented by notes of dates and sweet spices. Perfectly poised fruit/acid balance make this incredibly food-versatile. It is a wonderful accompaniment to roast chicken and grilled salmon, as well as almost any duck, beef or lamb preparation.       

        
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Morgan Double LL Chardonnay 2012
Price: $45.00 Sale $39.60 Case $459          

 Floral, Fuji apple, and walnut aromas are backed by sweet spice of lightly toasted oak.  Tangerine, pear and apricot flavors are complemented by a touch of creaminess and elegant, bright acidity.                

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Morgan Double LL Pinot Noir 2012     
Price: $60.75       Sale $53.46          Case $620

Presents aromas of coffee cake, black cherry, and forest floor with hints of leather and cedar. Flavors of blackberry pie, dates, and plum are backed by a deft touch of toasty oak and structuring tannins.     

      
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Steele " Outcast" Red Blend 2010         
Price: $22.50       Sale $19.80          Case $230

A blend of 51% Syrah,23% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 7% Merlot, 5% Malbec 3% Petite Verdot and is brimming with black raspberry, cherry and plummy fruit with hints of mocha, cedar-y perfume and black pepper spice.  This is the second vintage release of the Outcast Red Wine from Jed Steele of Steele Wines. The name “Outcast” refers to the lack of tourism that Lake County sees compared to its other North Coast neighbors Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino. This is in part due to the remoteness of their location, and the fact that while there are over 8,500 acres of grapes planted, very few wineries are actually located in Lake County. Most of the grapes grown there are trucked off to wineries in the more popular surrounding regions.

 

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Round Pond " Kith & Kin" Napa Cabernet 2012     
Price: $27.00       Sale $23.76          Case $276

A balanced Cabernet Sauvignon ideal for an evening glass to help unwind your day or for a meal any day of the week, this wine makes its intentions known with aromas of bright strawberry, raspberry, and cranberry followed by notes of black cherry, toasted oak and vanilla. The lush full entry teases the palate with a confectionery blend of red fruits and then evolves into a dark full bodied Cabernet.

 

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Round Pond Rutherford Estate Cabernet 2012     
Price: $60.75       Sale $53.46          Case $620

Complex and elegant aromatics of black cherry, ripe strawberries and raspberry tart are complimented by nuances of cola, vanilla, licorice and dusty cocoa. The palate is loaded with intense candied fruit composed of fleshy plums and ripe red berries. The mid-palate features darker fruit that give way to hints of caramel and roasted almonds. Throughout the long smooth finish, the classic Rutherford dust make this wine the perfect candidate to age gracefully over time.

 

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Row 11 Vinas 3 Pinot Noir 2011               
Price: $15.00       Sale $13.20          Case $153

Three Ava's; Sonoma, Santa Barbara and Monterey vineyards. Three Clones; Pommard, Dijon and Martini)? A good amount of spice, exotic incense, minty notes to the red cherry berry fruit very pretty bouquet of aromas. Smooth and silky on the tongue with a good amount of bright red berry fruit, tangy spicy finish, nicely balanced and very fresh at the end. Finish 40+ Excellent               

 

Row 11 Russian River Pinot Noir 2011         
Price: $27.00       Sale $23.76          Case $276

This is your typical Russian River Pinot Noir with red cherry pie fruit and cola spice, light smoky notes, bacon, the fruit for this wine is from the Dutton Sanchetti Vineyard specifically Row Eleven which is how the name of the winery came about. Wild strawberry and cherry fruit liqueur like concentration and a smooth silky velvety texture, along with a good hand of that brown cola spice through the finish, pretty floral notes to the end. Finish 45+ Excellent +      

   

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Steele Pacini Zinfandel 2010
Price: $20.25       Sale $17.82          Case $207

The nose has characteristics of spice and blueberry in addition to a bacon (or pancetta) and a white pepper element.  The palate is full of berries,  a hint of caramel,  with a dusty chocolate finish. The wine has great structure, is well balanced, and has a delicious lingering finish.        

                      

Steele Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 
Price: $21.50       Sale $18.92          Case $220
        
This wine has a rich, fruit-forward elegance. A spicy fruit and berry core backed up by soft tannins makes it a nice glass of wine for casual sipping among friends.             

       
Steele Carneros Pinot Noir 2012 
Price: $20.25       Sale $17.82          Case $207

This vineyard, given its coastal influence, produces a wine with bright strawberry and cherry flavors, balanced with hints of jasmine tea and cola. Our approach for Carneros Pinot Noir has always been to produce a classically-styled “pinot-lover’s pinot”, with moderate oak, high-tone fruit flavors, a rich nose, juicy palate and long finish.           

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Stratton Lummis " The Riddler"  Red Blend       
Price: $20.25       Sale $17.82          Case $207

This wine is a blend of Petit Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Tempranillo Charbono, Zinfandel and Petite Verdot. Kind of wacky but the name is the Riddler. This wine has a lot of blackberry and blueberry fruit, black licorice spice and a peppery note to the nose. Very fruit forward and drinkable style with and exotic spice to the finish, very puzzling. Finish 35 Very Good

 

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Swanson " Alexis " Cabernet Sauvignon 2010   
Price: $83.25       Sale $73.26          Case $850

The 2010 Swanson Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon is an excellent example of how concentrated, balanced Cabernet can be made successfully, even in a cool vintage. Generous aromas of cassis, black cherry, espresso bean and integrated French oak are present in the nose. On the palate, there is well-focused ripe fruit and mouth-filling tannin, yet the wine remains balanced, long, graceful and elegant on the finish. This Cabernet will continue to improve in the bottle with optimum drinkability from 2015 through 2022.     

 

Swanson " Salon" Chardonnay 2012    
Price: $36.00       Sale $31.68          Case $368

This 2012 Chardonnay evokes the style of a good French Chablis – excellent varietal character, yet with a modest alcohol. Aromas of ripe guava, melon and Meyer lemon are present. This full-bodied wine coats the palate, showing flavors of wild honey, peach, apple and citrus. The firm acidity of this wine will assure excellent drinkability through at least 2016.

                 

Swanson Napa Merlot 2011  
Price: $30.00       Sale $26.40          Case $306

The 2011 Swanson Napa Valley Merlot presents immediate appeal, showing a vibrant garnet color and robust aromas of freshly-crushed red and black cherries. Notes of sweet blackberry, coffee and allspice add further complexity. In the mouth, the wine exhibits ample black and red fruits, medium body and a fragrant, lingering finish. Expect optimum drinkability from 2014 through 2022.

                                      

Swanson Napa Pinot Grigio 2011   
Price: $19.25       Sale $16.94          Case $197

The aromas of this wine are refreshing, showing pear, litchi and Meyer lemon. On the palate, peach, melon and a touch of guava are revealed. is blend shows considerable minerality and weight, and evokes perhaps more a ripe Alsatian Pinot Gris than an Italian Pinot Grigio. As always, this wine reects the ripe, succulent Pinot Grigio grapes from which it originated.      

                     
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Truchard Carneros Estate Pinot Noir 2012                 
Price: $23.25       Sale $20.46          Case $238

A complex nose of plum, rhubarb, and wild strawberry; with hints of citrus blossom, tea, and earth. The mouth is silky; with bright flavors of cherry jam, cranberry, and sweet vanilla. Firm acidity and delicate tannins focus the palate and provide a lingering finish of spice and red fruit.

 

Truchard Carneros Cabernet Sauvignon 2011               
Price: $30.00       Sale $26.40          Case $306

Since 1973, the Truchard estate has grown to 400 acres, of which 280 acres are planted. (Roughly 80% Sustainably Grown, 20% Organically Grown).  After selling their grapes to premier wineries for 15 years, the Truchards began producing their own wines in 1989 to great acclaim. To accommodate the winery’s increased production, in 1998, they added an 11,000-square-foot wine cave to the premises. Today, Truchard Vineyards produces Chardonnay, Roussanne, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Malbec and Petit Verdot all of which are estate grown.


     
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ZD " Founder's Reserve" Pinot Noir 2012
Price: $74.25       Sale $65.34          Case $758
            

Aged for 15 months in 100% French oak, this wine is an excellent expression of our vineyard’s terroir. Aromas of dark cherries, rhubarb, plum and cedar mingle with subtle hints of toasted nuts, sweet vanilla and clove. On the palate, the ripe fruit and subtle oak integrate beautifully and lead to a long, silky finish. This wine is ready to be enjoyed now, but has the elegance and depth to age for many years. Only 900 cases produced.

ZD Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
Price: $48.00       Sale $42.24          Case $490

This 2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a great example of ZD’s commitment to producing powerful yet balanced Cabernet Sauvignon, even in a challenging growing season. Briary black cherry, cassis and lavender aromas are complemented with subtle hints of anise, tobacco and a hint of juniper. Sweet, toasty vanilla and spice add depth and complexity. On the palate, lush, silky tannins envelop the core of forward black fruit. Perfectly integrated oak rounds out the long finish

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Zaca Mesa Estate Viognier 2012                                
Price: $15.00       Sale $13.20          Case $153

 Viognier is a white grape variety indigenous to the Rhône Valley of France.  We are so taken with this beautifully aromatic varietal that we have dedicated 20 acres of our estate vineyard to Viognier.   Our Viognier has aromas of honeysuckle and white peach. The palate has notes of ripe apricot, lemon-lime, melon, lychee and a lingering touch of minerality, a signature characteristic of our vineyard.

 

Zaca Mesa Z Cuvee 2010                                      
Price: $20.25       Sale $17.82          Case $207

 We have been producing this unique blend called the Z-Cuvee since 1993. It is inspired by the wines of Côtes du Rhône found in the southern Rhône Valley of France, where they have been blending these varieties together for centuries to create wines that are greater than the sum of their parts.  Our 2010 Z-Cuvee is an extremely balanced and complex Rhône blend. Grenache adds rich raspberry aromas and flavors; Mourvèdre brings notes of blueberry, meat and spice; Syrah, adds flavors of blackberry and ripe tannins; Cinsault brings a touch of dusty berry.

 

 

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Altvs Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Price: $84.00       Sale $73.92          Case $857

Altvs is a project begun with the 2005 vintage at Merus winery in the Napa Valley. The idea: to produce hand crafted, small lot Cabernet Sauvignon based wines that celebrate the hedonistic qualities of lushness, density and ripeness while remaining true to the intensity and power of modern day Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. In a very short time since its initial release, Altvs has captured the imagination of an international audience, garnering critical acclaim through the world of fine wine.

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Chalk Hill Estate Chardonnay Sonoma 2012
Price: $37.50  Sale $33.00  Case $383

Often referred to as the “Catch-All Chard,” this style is appreciated by many types of Chardonnay lovers.  For those who prefer the leaner styles, the 2012 Estate Chardonnay caters to their palates exhibiting aromas and flavors of lime, white flowers and stone fruit with a fresh, mouthwatering acidity.  Spending 11 months in oak along with weekly bâttonnage, this wine has the rich, lush mouth-feel and warm spices that a fuller bodied Chardonnay drinker will appreciate.  The 2012 season was considered a dream vintage that provided a rainy spring and warm, even temperatures which were perfect for growing beautiful grapes from which winemaker Lisa Bishop Forbes created a Chardonnay with the perfect balance of ripeness and elegance.

 

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The Four Graces Pinot Gris Willamette 2013
Price: $18.00  Sale $15.94  Case $184

Fresh pear and lime citrus fruit with white flowers, very fresh and clean wine on the nose. They only make 22000 cases total production at Four Graces and this winery was just purchased by Bill Foley. Smooth and creamy texture on the tongue with a solid core of tree fruit and light mineral notes through the refreshing finish.. Finish 35+ Excellent

 

The Four Graces Pinot Blanc Willamette 2012
Price: $18.00  Sale $15.94  Case $184

Fresh tree fruit, green apple and pear like fruit with pretty floral notes, fresh and clean with a good bit of minerality showing as the wine opens up. A good amount of ripe tree fruit on the tongue with good weight in the mid palate, lots of juicy tree fruit with a clean finish, layers of white flowers and wet stone like mineral notes. Finish 35+ Very Good +

 

The Four Graces Pinot Gris Dundee Hills 2013
Price: $18.00  Sale $15.94  Case $184

The 2013 Pinot Gris has layers of aromas and flavors that include bright citrus, plush florals and stone fruit. The finish of brightly toned acidity and minerality are signatures of The Four Graces Pinot gris.

 

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Kuleto Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2010
Price: $60.00       Sale $52.80          Case $612

This is a 3000 case production wine, a full bouquet of cigar box spice, fresh loamy earthy notes to the currant and cassis berry fruit notes of coffee, espresso, nice complexity on the nose.  A very big and chewy wine on the tongue with layers of dark currant and black cherry liqueur like fruit on the tongue, with an array of dark chocolate, fresh earth and a very long finish.  Finish 50+              Most Excellent

 

Kuleto Frog Prince Napa 2012
Price: $30.00       Sale $22.50          Case $270

A blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 3% Syrah. A good amount of dark berry fruit, cassis and currant with dark cherry and a nice hand of fresh earth, loamy notes, dark coco spice. A very forward and drinkable style with a good bit of ripe round tannins, fresh earth and dark mocha notes through the finish, fine herbs, nice complexity. Finish 40+

 

Kuleto India Ink Napa 2012
Price: $30.00       Sale $22.50          Case $270

It is a deep red-black color and loaded with exotic, heady fruit aromas. The mouth is ripe, at first oily or creamy in texture, then the fat melts away to yield a super-concentrated crunchy core. This sleeping giant needs a couple hours of air before it will awake for you.

 

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Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2009
Price: $78.00       Sale $68.64          Case $796

Rich and focused tannins, followed with an artful balance of dark cherries, cassis, and vanilla. The long, layered finish has hints of dark Chocolate/Mocha, elegantly complimented with aromas of currant, nutmeg ,blackberry and earthen minerality.

 

Lancaster Estate Sauvignon Blanc Alexander Valley 2011
Price: $30.00       Sale $26.40          Case $306

Complex aromas of pear, fresh flowers, dried citrus and honeysuckle. Bright acidity balanced with a layered texture and minerality with a smooth finish complemented with flavors of ripe grapefruit, fresh peaches and lemon drops on the palate.

 

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Roth Estate Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2012
Price: $26.00       Sale $22.88          Case $266

At Roth, we believe that the quality of wine we produce is only as good as the fruit we start with. That’s why for our 2012 Pinot Noir we chose fruit from four of the finest vineyards in the Sonoma Coast region. The wine offers a fragrant perfume of summer spices, violets, and dark cherries. It is ripe and juicy, laced with notes of Bing cherry, raspberry, and sweet vanilla. This wine is deep, powerful, and complex - a perfect example of cool-climate Pinot Noir.

 

Roth Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2011
Price: $26.00       Sale $22.88          Case $266

The 2011 vintage of our Roth Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was grown entirely on Alexander Valley vineyards consisting of soils containing volcanic ash. This wine is a true reflection of our passion for the noble Cabernet grape.  Beautiful aromas of nutmeg, sweet oak and red cherries carry through to the palate. This bright Cabernet Sauvignon has soft, balanced tannins that are layered with notes of black currant, red berries, and sweet vanilla on the finish.

 

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Ata Rangi Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough New Zealand 2013
Price: $24.00       Sale $21.12          Case $245

Stone fruit and citrus characters dominate in this release, with lovely tropical nuances of guava and papaya also vying for attention. A hint of fennel bulb and a twist of mint join the party, while the flinty minerality steers the fine, dry finish to a long and satisfying conclusion. Hand-picked, hand-sorted fruit and time on lees are all integral to achieving this more textural and restrained style of Sauvignon Blanc.

 

Ata Rangi Pinot Noir Martinborough New Zealand 2012
Price: $67.50       Sale $59.40          Case $689

The relatively cool 2012 season has delivered a very poised and elegant pinot with a delicious red fruit entry followed by notes of plum, red-currant, fresh herbs, hints of truffle and meaty chacuterie. Still young and firm, and more savoury than sweet-fruited, the wine opens in the glass to show a medley of classic pinot aromas and flavours. With beautifully fine tannin structure and length, the 2012 will further develop in the cellar to a more savoury, gamey expression of pinot.

 

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Bodegas Nieto Senetiner Red Blend
Price: $17.00       Sale $14.96          Case $174

Intense wine, well-defined profile, deep red hue. Its aromas of ripe red fruits and plum blend with the delicate vanilla notes imparted during its aging in wood. The mouth is elegant, harmonious, intense and has a long finish. It is recommended to decant 30 minutes before tasting to allow appropriate oxygenation.

 

Bodegas Nieto Senetiner Terroir Blend 2009
Price: $27.00       Sale $23.76          Case $276

"An impressive Malbec blend from three vineyards ranging from 3,120 to 3,780 feet in elevation. The aromas are inviting and open, with wild berry, spice and toasty notes. Elegant and well balanced in the mouth, with smoky, ripe flavors of berry, plum and earth. Toasty and coco nutty on the finish."  92 Points    Wine Enthusiast

 

 

Menu

 

Chicken quesadilla with avocado creme

Salmon Sliders with lemon dill mayo

BBQ Pulled Pork Buns with crunchy coleslaw

Mushroom Flatbread with parmesan reggiano

The fee for this event is $35 + tax in advance $45 at the door, for reservations call 954-523-9463.

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