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July 2005

New wine releases from around the world.

UNITED STATES

CALIFORNIA

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Central California

Paso Robles

Eberle
2003 Syrah Rosé; $14
No RatingBright strawberry and wild cherry flavors.

Eberle
2004 Chardonnay; $16
No RatingThis crowd-pleasing Chardonnay displays ripe citrus flavors of lime and an essence of lemon peel with generous notes of green apple.

Eberle
2003 Zinfandel; Remo Belli Vineyard; $22
14.5/20Monstrous and jammy Zinfandel from the 35-year old Remo Belli Vineyard.

Eberle
2003 Barbera; Steinbeck Vineyard; Sauret Vineyard; $18
13.5/20Eight hundred cases of a good California example of a Barbera.

Eberle
2003 Sangiovese; Filipponi & Thompson Vineyward; Tom Martin Vineyard; Wine Bush Vineyard; $16
No RatingPerfect for pairing with bruschetta or thin-crust pizza.

Wild Horse
2002 Syrah; $18
No RatingA richly extracted wine with chewy tannin and bright acid.

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Northern California

Marr
2002 Cuvée Selena Grenache; $26

13/20Subtle but round flavors of strawberries and raspberries pair perfectly with fresh vegetable pizza.

Ravenswood
2003 Vintners Blend Zinfandel; $10
No RatingRavenswood's answer to excellently crafted varietal table wine.

Alexander Valley

Louis M. Martini
2001 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve; $35
14.5/20Firm tannins and complex aromas make a wine perfect for aging.

Mendocino

Lolonis
NV Ladybug Red Old Vines - Cuvée IV; $14
No RatingOrganic table wine from the Redwood Valley.

Lolonis
NV Ladybug White Old Vines - Cuvée I; $13
No RatingA blend of French Colombard, Sémillon, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay from the Redwood Valley.

Yorkville Cellars
2002 Semillon Yorkville Highlands; $19
13.5/20The aroma of apple blossoms leads to
flavors of pear and hazelnut. A refreshing jolt of citrus in the finish.

Carneros

Waterstone
2002 Chardonnay; $18
15/20Waterstone adds Chardonnay by winemaker Philip Zorn.

Chalone

Chalone Vineyard
2003 Chardonnay; $25
No Rating"I like to call Chalone Vineyard Chardonnay the white whine for red wine drinkers." -Dan Karlsen, Winemaker

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Napa Valley

Cliff Lede
2002 Cabarnet Sauvignon; Stags Leaf District; $50
15.5/20A seductive and stylish Napa Valley Cabernet with luscious fruit.

Cosentino
2004 Cigarzine-Zinfandel; $27
13.5/20Aged for eight months in American oak and unfined.

Cosentino
2004 The Chard-Chardonnay; $16
No RatingCrisp and partially fermented in French oak from California fruit.

Flora Springs
2003 Merlot; $24
13/20The perfect Merlot for immediate appeal.

Grgich Hills
2001 Cabernet Sauvignon; $55
15/20A deeply extracted Cabernet balanced by moderate tannins and acidity.

Grgich Hills
2002 Zinfandel; $28
15.5/20Napa's Zinfandel king releases another good one.

The Hess Collection
2003 Artezin Zinfandel; $15
12.5/20Assembled from carefully selected grapes from diverse growing regions (89% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah).

The Hess Collection
2002 Hess Estate Cabernet Sauvignon; $20
14/20Classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with other varietals added (87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Syrah, 4% Petite Syrah, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Merlot).

Stratton Lummis
2002 Cabernet Sauvignon; $33
14/20This limited lot series packs currants and rich chocolate flavors.

William Hill
2002 Cabernet Sauvignon; $20
No RatingTry this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with roasted prime rib.

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Sonoma

Marr
2003 Zinfandel; $26

14/20Dense, jammy fruit featuring plums and blackberries, and hints of pepper.

Marr
2001 Syrah; $16

12.5/20A touch of smoke and tar balance a full palate of ripe plums and dark cherries.

Dutton Goldfield
2002 Pinot Noir - McDougall Vineyard - Sonoma Coast; $48

15/20A robust Pinot full of intensity and black cherry scents.

Simi
2002 Merlot - Sonoma County; $20
No RatingUpfront red berry fruit, medium bodied with elegance and balance.

Dry Creek Valley

Fritz
2002 Cabernet Sauvignon- Dry Creek Valley; $35
13.5/20This wine has a complex style that is a true expression of the variety of the region.

Russian River

Cosentino
2002 Pinot Noir - Russian River Valley; $35
No RatingAll the best components and techniques used to produce only two hundred cases.

Fritz
2003 Chardonnay - Russian River Valley; $25
13/20This wine features a beautiful balance of tropical fruits, mineral notes, oak and bright lively acidity.

Simi
2003 Chardonnay - Russian River Valley; $25
No RatingDeep flavors of mango, peach and apricot give roundness, depth and structure to the palate.

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OREGON

Rogue Valley

Belle Vallée
2002 Merlot; $24
No Rating A rush of blackberries and dark chocolate.

Willamette Valley

Belle Vallée
2003 Grand Cuvée Pinot Noir; $49
13.5 Ripe and velvety smooth, the Grand Cuvée drinks well now, but will also benefit from cellaring.

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WASHINGTON

Yakima Valley

Columbia Winery
1999 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon; $25
12.5/20 Ruby red with a palate of sweet fruit.

Columbia Winery
2003 Wyckoff Vineyard Chardonnay; $19
No Rating Crisp Chardonnay from 25-year old vines.

AUSTRALIA

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Coonawarra

Katnook Estate
2001 Shiraz; $22
No RatingFlavors of raspberry, light plum and sweet spice with underlying black pepper.

Margaret River

Eagle Vale
2002 Shiraz; $28
No RatingHand-crafted Shiraz with intense ripe cassis, herb truffles and wild cherry flavors.

Eagle Vale
2001 Azure Coast Reserve; $tk
No Rating
Great with full-flavored dishes such as red meat and cheese plates.

ARGENTINA

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Mendoza

Amancaya
2003 Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Malbec 50%; $15
No RatingA wine based on a blend of elegant texture enhanced by Argentinian fruit.

Gascón
2004 Malbec; $13
13/20Produced in a high altitude viticultural area.

High Altitude
2004 Malbec 65%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%; $10
13/20A sibling of the Gascón 2004 Malbec with flavors of red cherries.

CHILE

Casablanca Valley

Veramonte
2002 Primus; $16
13/20A well structured blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmènere.

SPAIN

Rioja

Montecillo
2003 Blanco; $8
No RatingIntense fruit with hints of wild apple.

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