PINOT GRIS 2009, Morgan (CA) R & D Franscioni Vineyard. All the grapes for this Single Vineyard Pinot Gris came from an area comparable to France’s Alsace. This wine has a tropical bouquet with lemon tones as a result of four months in French oak barrels. The palate is well balanced , complex and rich in flavors. A full, elegant finish makes this wine a perfect dinner partner. The grape Pinot Gris is also known as Pinot Grigio.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2008, Esser Vineyards (CA). The word “Esser” is German for “eater”. This gives you an indication of what German born Manfred Esser had in mind when he made his Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine starts with a mature red fruit bouquet with hints of oak followed by a rich, full palate of plum and cherry and spices. The finish is full and long. A real food wine.
