City Winery Kosher Sauvignon Blanc 2010

Posted on September 12, 2011 by admin

Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: Palmer Vineyard
Alcohol: 12.5% vol
Volume: 750 ml
AVA: Long Island, NY
Cases production: 55 cs bottled

Vineyard description: Palmer Vineyard is situated on the north fork of Long Island. CW’s Mashgiach handled all crush and winemaking just after the harvest in the vineyard.

Winemaking Info: Long, slow, cool fermentation in stainless steel for 5 weeks, kept at cold temperature to avoid malolactic fermentation, bottled 8 months after harvest to preserve freshness.

Wine Description: Bright and clear pale straw. Pear and peach notes with moderate tropical (lichi, pineapple) and citrus fruit expression on the nose. Bright palate with medium bodied with note of flint stone.

Aging Capacity: 2-4 years.

Food Pairing: Can be sipped by itself, and also be paired with sable fish with braised leeks and fennel.

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City Winery Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon Obsidian Ridge 2009

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Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: Obsidian Ridge Vineyard
Alcohol: 14.1% vol
Volume: Retail
AVA: Red Hills Lake County, CA
Cases production: 62 cs bottled

Vineyard description: Planted high on the ridge separating Alexander Valley and Clear Lake, Obsidian Ridge Vineyard is a 105-acre vineyard set on a northwest facing parcel of 5 to 20% slopes, ranging from 2,300 to 2,660 feet in elevation. The site benefits from cool evenings due to good air drainage, high elevation, and breezes off the Mayacamas Range.

Winemaking Info: 17 days of maceration using daily pumping over, press wine blended back into free run wine. Malo-lactic fermentation completed in barrel during winter. Aged for 15 months in French barrels (Seguin Moreaux, Taransaud), blend of 1 new and 2 used barrels, 3 racking during barrel aging to soften tannins.

Wine Description: Stone and mineral influence is apparent in this wine. Brambly in both scent and texture, this wine is rich in dark fruits. Specifically, blackberry and plum. Firm structure and grip with subtle oak influence. From deep alluvial soils in Lake County, this powerful Cabernet Sauvignon is inky purple in the glass and exhibits dark briary notes on the nose. The palate is awash with firm tannins and balanced acidity. Dark fruit with a touch of minerality complements some clove and spice.

Aging Capacity: 7-10 years.

Food Pairing: Would pair well with duck sausage or grilled lamb, flatbread with fennel and caramelized onions.

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City Winery Kosher Pinot Noir Oregon 2009

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Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: Hyland & Olsen Vineyards
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Volume: 750ml
AVA: Willamette Valley, OR
Cases production: 98 cs bottled

Vineyard description: Blend of 3 barrels from Olsen vineyard and 1 barrel from Hyland Vineyard, both vineyards are in the Willamette Valley.

Winemaking Info: 12-day maceration into open top tank, daily punch down and few pumping over, partial press blended back into free-run juice. Full malolactic fermentation. Gravity pumped into a combination of 1/3 new Dargeau & Jaegle and 2/3 used Taransaud and François Frères for 8 months. 75% 2009 Pinot Noir Olsen Vineyard, 25 % 2009 Pinot Noir Hyland Vineyard.

Wine Description: Bright ruby color with a complex bouquet of black cherries, fresh earth and herbal notes of sage. Shows a restrained power and richly expressive fruit. A fine acid backbone balances a medium plus -bodied palate, complex Côte de nuit-style wine with immensely succulent cherry fruit, velvety texture.

Aging Capacity: 5-7 years.

Food Pairing: Can be sipped by itself if decanted for few hours. Salmon on bed of cracked barley and pearl onions. Arctic char on arugula pesto potatoes.

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City Winery Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon Obsidian Ridge 2008

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Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2008
Vineyard: Obsidian Ridge Vineyard
Alcohol: 14.1% vol
Volume: Retail
AVA: Red Hills Lake County, CA
Cases production: 65 cs bottled

Winemaking Info: Winemaking: 19 days of maceration using daily pumping over, press wine blended back into free run wine. Malo-lactic fermentation completed in barrel during winter. Aged for 17 months in French barrels (Seguin Moreaux, Taransaud), blend of 2 new and 6 used barrels, 4 racking during barrel aging to soften tannins.

Wine Description: From deep alluvial soils in Lake County, this powerful Cabernet Sauvignon is inky purple in the glass and exhibits dark briary notes on the nose. The palate is awash with supple tannins and balanced acidity. Dark fruit with a touch of minerality complements some clove and spice.

Aging Capacity: 7-10 years.

Food Pairing: Duck Sausage flatbread with caramelized onions, aged strip steak.

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City Winery Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2008

Posted on September 12, 2011 by admin

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2008
Vineyard: Blend of two vineyards.
Alcohol: 14.1% vol
Volume: Retail
AVA: Napa Valley, CA
Cases production: 66 cs bottled

Vineyard description: Blend of 2 vineyards: George the 3rd in Rutherford and Bettinelli vineyard in Yountville.

Winemaking Info: 18 days of maceration using daily pumping over, press wine blended back into free run wine. Malo-lactic fermentation completed in barrel during winter. Aged for 15 months in French barrels (Seguin Moreaux, Taransaud, Radoux, blend of 1 new and 3 used barrels, 3 racking during barrel aging to soften tannins.

Wine Description: Somewhat of a mix between red and black fruits, this wine is sour cherry on the nose with hints of orange peel. Menthol, eucalyptus nodes come through on the nose. On the palate, there is a smoky finish with perceptions of oak influence. Specifically, American oak perhaps hints of dill, maple, or even chocolate can be detected. Round ripe tannins and assertive acidity.

Aging Capacity: 7-10 years.

Food Pairing: Would pair well with roasted chicken, duck sausage flatbread with caramelized onions, aged strip steak.

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City Winery Varick & Vines Chardonnay 2009

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Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: Poseidon Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Volume: 750ml
AVA: Carneros, CA
Cases production: 76 cs bottled

Vineyard description: 100% from Poseidon Vineyard situated in Carneros, Napa Valley. Cold Climate influence, allowing bright natural acidity.

Winemaking Info: 100% barrel fermented at low temperature with less stirring twice a month. All French oack, 20% new, 80% one and two year-old barrels, mainly Dargeau & Jaegle barrels.

Wine Description: Intriguing complex nose of stone fruits, butternut squash and lemon custard with resinous wood overtones. A mix of pineapple and ripe red apple dominate the palate layer with vanilla and toasty oak. Finishes with a mineral note and lingering of white flower aromas.

Aging Capacity: 3-4 years.

Food Pairing: Coconut milk and heavy cumin. Smoked cheese. Baked fish in a fruity glaze. Lemon roasted chicken.

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City Winery Varick & Vines Chardonnay 2010

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Variety: Chardonnay (100%)
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: Windsor Oak Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.0 % vol
Volume: 750 ml
AVA: Central Coast, CA
Cases production: 50 cs bottled

Vineyard description: 100% from Windsor Oak Vineyard situated in Russian River, Sonoma Valley. Cold Climate influence allowing bright natural acidity.

Winemaking Info: 100% barrel fermented at low temperature with less stirring twice a month. All French oak, 30% new, 70% one- and two year-old barrels, mainly Dargeau & Jaegle barrels.

Wine Description: Intriguing complex nose of toasted pine nuts, butternut squash and lemon custard with resinous wood overtones. A mix of pineapple and ripe red apple dominate the palate layer with vanilla and toasty oak. Finishes with a mineral note and lingering sage and tea leaf aromas.

Aging Capacity: 5 to 6 years.

Food Pairing: Coconut milk and heavy cumin. Smoked cheese. Baked fish in a fruity glaze. Lemon roasted chicken.

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City Winery Varick & Vines Chardonnay 2008

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Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2008
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
AVA: Carneros, CA

Winemaking Info: 45 days slow fermentation in tank at cold temperature for ¾ of the blend and ¼ barrel fermented into 1 year used French oak (Dargaud & Jaeglé and Francois Frères barrels). No malo-lactic fermentation to keep aromatic freshness and lively mouth feel.

Wine Description: Made from fruit grown in the Poseidon Vineyard, at the confluence of Carneros Creek and the Napa River. This is the southernmost vineyard in Napa-Carneros, subject to the cool influence of fogs edging up from the San Francisco Bay. This Chardonnay exhibits vanilla, tropical fruit and lemon blossom characteristics with slight minerality & green apple aromas. A touch of oak gives this wine an elegant, buttery texture & a long finish.

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City Winery Sohovignon Blanc 2009

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Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: n/a (blend)
Alcohol: 13.5 % vol
Volume: 750 ml
AVA: Lake County, NY
Cases production: 40 cs bottled

Vineyard description: The Windrem Vineyard sits atop alluvial deposits of soils eroded over the millennia from the surrounding hills and mountains that comprise the northern portion of the Mayacamas Range. At an altitude of 1,360 feet, the vineyard lies about 2 miles south of Clear Lake and about 1 mile west of Mt. Konocti, a dormant volcano that towers above the entire region.

Winemaking Info: Long, slow, cool fermentation in stainless steel for 5 weeks, kept at cold temperature to avoid malolactic fermentation, bottled 8 months after harvest to preserve freshness.

Wine Description: Bright and clear, pale yellow. Apricot and peach notes with moderate tropical (pineapple) and citrus fruit expression on the nose. Typical Californian weight with medium bodied mid palate and good minerality. Bright and racy.

Aging Capacity: 2 to 3 years.

Food Pairing: Oysters on the half shell. Sable fish with braised leeks and fennel. Tiger prawns and swordfish ceviche.

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City Winery Roussanne 2009

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Variety: Roussanne
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: Alder Spring Vineyard
Alcohol: 14.1 % vol
Volume: 750 ml
AVA: Mendocino, CA
Cases production: 50 cs bottled

Vineyard description: 100% Syrah from Alder Spring Vineyard , Emerole Pool block. Roussanne and Marsanne are the only white varieties used in Northern Rhône Valley.

Winemaking Info: 100% barrel fermented at low temperature with less stirring twice a month. All French oak, 20% new, 80% one and two years old barrel, mainly Francois Freres and Seguin Moreaux barrels.

Wine Description: From Mendocino this sophisticated, rich and powerful white wine is loaded with lush stone fruit and honeyed aromas. Ripe in the mouth with a hint of oak on the finish, it is reminiscent of quality St. Joseph.

Aging Capacity: 4 to 5 years.

Food Pairing: Truffled crab. BLT, Turkey with mole poblano sauce, pan seared halibut with frazzled leeks.

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City Winery Downtown White 2010

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Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: n/a (blend)
Alcohol: 13.5 % vol
Volume: 750 ml & Tap
AVA: Central Coast, CA
Cases production: 100 cs bottled & Kegs
Vineyard description: n/a — Blend of 3 vineyards.

Winemaking Info: Long slow fermentation in stainless steel for two months, aged on lees without malolactic fermentation. 10% barrel fermented and blended back into tank prior to bottling.

Alcoholic fermentation completed, no malolactic fermentation.

88% 2010 Chardonnay, Santa Maria, CA

10% 2010 Pinot Gris, Oregon

2% 2010 Gewurztraminer, Oregon

Wine Description: Bright and clear light yellow. Bouquet is a complex of vibrant stone fruit, lemon blossom and citrus oil aromatics, with a touch of oak. Medium bodied with lifted acid on the mid palate, persistent finish with good fruit expression.

Aging Capacity: Now to 2 years.

Food Pairing: Can be enjoyed by itself, chilled. Also pairs well with a light meat or pork dish.

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City Winery Sohovignon Blanc 2010

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Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: Windrem Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5 % vol
Volume: 750 ml & Tap
AVA: Lake County, CA
Cases production: 80 cs bottled & Tap

Winemaking Info: Long slow cool fermentation in stainless steel for 6 weeks, kept at cold temperature to avoid malolactic fermentation, bottled 9 months after harvest to preserve freshness.

Wine Description: Bright and clear pale straw. Pear and peach notes with moderate tropical (kiwi, pineapple) and citrus fruit expression on the nose. Typical Californian weight with medium bodied mid palate and good minerality. Bright and racy with moderate

Aging Capacity: 2 to 3 years.

Food Pairing: Oysters on the half shell. Sable fish with braised leeks and fennel. Tiger prawn and swordfish ceviche.

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City Winery Riesling Vin de Glaciere 2009

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Variety: Riesling
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: Uva Blanca
Alcohol: 8.5 % vol
Volume: 375 ml
AVA: Finger Lake, NY
Cases production: 20 cs bottled

Vineyard description: This vineyard owes more than just its signature views to Seneca Lake, as the rootstock comes from Hermann Wiemer, one of the area’s most prominent Riesling producers. With plantings extending to the shore, the moderating effects of the 600-foot deep lake create a micro-climate that generates superb riesling grapes in this this cool-climate AVA.

Winemaking Info: Grape picked early October and frozen in cold storage. Crop has been pressed frozen with our basket press followed by cold temperature fermentation (3 months), no malo-lactic fermentation.

Wine Description: Exuberant aromas of stone fruit (pear, apricot) touch of honey, bright mouth feel with a rich, syrup finish (16% residual sugar).

Aging Capacity: 5 to 7 years.

Food Pairing: To be served chilled by itself, or to complement a dessert dish.

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City Winery Riesling 2010

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Variety: Riesling
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: Uva Blanca
Alcohol: 12.5 % vol
Volume: 750 ml & Tap
AVA: Finger Lake, NY
Cases production: 40 cs bottled & Tap

Winemaking Info: 32 day fermentation in stainless steel tank followed by aging on fine lees. No Malo lactic Fermentation.

Wine Description: Exuberant aromas of citrus, white flowers with a touch of honey. Bright / crispy mouth feel with tropical notes and fresh finish.

Aging Capacity: 3 to 5 years.

Food Pairing: Perfect for shellfish (oysters) or some fatty white fish (monk, cod, etc.)

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City Winery Downtown White 2009

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Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2009
Vineyard: n/a (blend)
Alcohol: 13.5 % vol
Volume: 750 ml & Tap
AVA: North Coast, CA
Cases production: 50 cs bottled

Vineyard description: n/a — Blend of 3 vineyards.

Winemaking Info: All wines have been fermented into stainless steel tank to preserve aromatic freshness and natural acidity.

Alcoholic fermentation completed, no malo-lactic fermentation.

57 % 2009 Chardonnay, Russian River, CA

40 % 2009 Chardonnay, Mendocino, CA

3% 2009 Gewurztraminer, Santa Maria, CA

Wine Description: Round and fresh. Orchard apple nose with hints of thyme and citrus. Juicy mouth feel with note of honey.

Aging Capacity: Now to 3 years.

Food Pairing: Can be enjoyed by itself, chilled. Also pairs well with a light meat or pork dish.

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City Winery Van Dam Zin 2010

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Variety: Zinfandel
Vintage: 2010
Vineyard: 92% Grand Peres Vineyard
Alcohol: 15.0 % vol
Volume: 750 ml & Tap
AVA: Shenandoah Valley, Amador county, CA
Cases production: 80 cs bottled & Kegs

Vineyard description: 92% Zinfandel from Grand Pères Vineyard Lake County, CA. 8% Pinot Noir press from Bien Nacido Vineyards.

Winemaking Info: 18 day fermentation in tank with pumping over twice a day, partial press blended back into free-run juice. Full malolactic fermentation. Gravity pumped into a combination of ¼ new Seguin Moreau and ¾ used Taransaud and François Frères for 9 months.

Wine Description: A fruit driven and zesty Zinfandel from Amador County, jammy red fruit with hints of spice & smoke, powerful and youthful with an abundance of ripe red cherry, plum and black berry characters. Palate is big and boisterous, with red dark fruit offset by an incredible density.

Aging Capacity: 2 to 4 years.

Food Pairing: Can be sipped by itself slightly chilled or be served with some grilled meat just out of the barbecue. Perfect party wine!

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