Special Tilbud September 2011 NB. Priser er inkl. moms.

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1 Special Tilbud September 2011 NB. Priser er inkl. moms. VIN BESTILLES VIA MAIL TIL Special Tilbud September Markus Huber (Østrig)... 2 Pinson Fréres (Chablis/Frankrig)... 2 Domaine Grand Veneur (Chateauneuf/Frankrig)... 2 Black Sheep Finds (Central Coast/USA)... 3 Rocca Family... 4 Sandler... 4 Kutch... 5 Macauley... 5 Plumpjack... 5 August West... 5 Vineyard Lindstrom... 6 Jean Marc Bouley... 7 Drinkward Peschon... 7 Erna Schein... 7 Fort Ross... 8 Herold Wines... 8 Upstart Crow... 8 Jaqk Cellars... 8 Keever... 8 Kent... 9 Ladera... 9 Lillian... 9 Orin Swift... 9 Mirror... 9 Samsara Showket Sleight of Hand Cellars Switchback Ridge Tor Viader Wine Guerrilla Bedrock Sanguis Piedrasassi Arcadian Beau Vigne Hundred Acre Parallel Jones Family Lagier-Meredith Littorai Aps. A: Vissevej 140, 9210 Aalborg SØ, DK T: W: E:

2 Side 2 / 15 Markus Huber (Østrig) Fremadstormende ung producent, der allerede har høstet massiv anerkendelse: Decanter: Wunderkind! og måske vigtigere, 3 stjerner i Falstaff Guide. Vinene er kendetegnet ved ren frugt, velafbalancerede og friske med overraskende kompleksitet. Priserne forekommer rigtigt konkurrencedygtige, performer langt over niveau, ligesom begge vine er flot udstyrede. Riesling Traisental 2009: 75,- kr. Grüner Veltliner 2009: 65,- kr. Pinson Fréres (Chablis/Frankrig) Klassehus. Helt i toppen af Chablis producenter. Chablis 2009: 95,- kr. Burghound: A fruity white and yellow orchard fruit nose leads to utterly delicious and easy to like middle weight flavors thatare quite forward if not especially complex. I do like the energy and personality though. 87/2012+ Chablis 1er Cru Mont de Milieu 2009: 125,- kr. Burghound: A deft hint of wood does not suppress the expressiveness of the mildly exotic dried yellow fruit and oyster shell nose that marries into delicious and succulent medium plus weight flavors that possess ample amounts of dry extract as well as a more linear, citrusy and energetic finish than most 09s. (90-93)/2014+ Domaine Grand Veneur (Chateauneuf/Frankrig) Klasse Chateauneuf hus. Chateauneuf du Pape Vieux Terron 2007: 150,- kr. "The negociant offerings, sold under the Alain Jaume moniker, include the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieux Terron, which is a blend of 85% Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvedre. While it does not have the structure of the estate wines, it is a richly fruity effort exhibiting a dark ruby/purple color, plenty of black cherry and black currant fruit intertwined with licorice, tapenade, and earthy notes, medium to full body, and 5-7 years of drinkability."- Wine Advocate (October 2009) - 90 pts "A ripe, juicy, modern style, with a big blast of plum and blackberry fruit pushed by sweet toast, fruitcake and violet notes. The long, nicely rounded finish still has to absorb a bit of toast, but this is really rocksolid. Drink now through 2021."- Wine Spectator (Aug 2009), 92 pts "Vivid ruby. Exotic, perfumed aromas of blackberry and cherry-vanilla. Pliant and sweet, offering deep dark berry flavors and a sneaky note of cola. Blends sweetness and spiciness on the broad, nicely persistent finish."- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (Jan. 09), pt

3 Side 3 / 15 Domaine Loew Sylvaner Racine le Prefere de Mathilde: 120,- kr. (helflaske) Dessertvin! Sprød og lækker. The Loew 2009 Sylvaner Racine Le Prefere de Mathilde is as usual the product of partly-shriveled, super ripe berries. A Semillon like meld of fig and lime, along with rich roasted chestnut and a hint of white raisin all beautifully supported by the sweetness inform a seductively creamy palate. There is a cooling wet stone and chalk sense underlying this whole performance and seemingly helping to keep the expression of sweetness from going overboard in the soothing if only modestly-long finish. This liqueur of Sylvaner handles its sweetness much more effectively than do the other renditions of this cuvee that I have tasted, and is probably capable of aging comfortably for more than a decade. 90 pts, Schildknecht, Wine Advocate maj 2011 Black Sheep Finds (Central Coast/USA) Black Sheep Finds er et lille familie projekt mellem Peter Hunken (Holus Bolus/Piedrassasi) og hans kone Amy. Peter er uden tvivl én af de mest talentfulde winemakers vi arbejder med. Udover at alt han rører ved er af meget høj kvalitet, er han endnu mere kvalitets-bevidst I selektion af druer, hvem og havd han arbejder med. Og som et extra plus, er vinen til at betale. Hocus Pocus Syrah 2008: 125,- kr. Hocus Pocus 08 er sammensat af druer fra tre navnkundige marker, den suveræne White Hawk i Los Alamos, Dierberg-Starlane i Happy Canyon og endelig den køligste vinmark i hele Santa Ynez Valley, Presidio Vineyard som samtidig er den vinmark i dalen der ligger længst mod Vest. Blandingen af druer fra kølige og varmere områder giver vinen en perfekt balance, kompleksitet og mange lag af indtryk. Holus Bolus 2007: 150,- kr. Vinen er ren Syrah fra navnkundige Whitehawk,Watch Hill Vineyard samt Harrison-Clarke Vineyard i Santa Ynez. Lækker hybrid af det bedste Rhône og Californien tilbyder. Smager fortræffeligt nu med lidt luft, og er en fantastisk vin til pengene! Nuff said points Robert Parker: "A barrel sample of the 2007 Syrah (100% Syrah) exhibited a beautiful ruby/purple hue followed by sweet creme de cassis aromas interwoven with notions of ground pepper, melted licorice, forest floor, and spring flowers. With vibrant acidity, admirable purity, full-bodied power, and luscious layers of fruit, it should drink well for 7-8 years." Robert Craig Affinity 2006: 215,- kr. Suveræn vin til pengene. Sammen med 07 den stærkeste Affinity Craig har fremstillet. Man mærker tydeligt Keith Emersons aftryk her. Parker giver 92: "The 2006 Affinity is a steal for a high-quality Napa Cabernet-based wine (actually 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot). This wine displays floral, blueberry, and black currant notes intermixed with some subtle oak and a hint of coffee beans. Generous, rich, with beautiful layers of fruit, impressive purity, and admirable elegance combined with power, this is a gorgeous wine that can be drunk now or cellared for years."

4 Side 4 / 15 Måske endnu vigtigere er den på det ansete San Francisco Journals liste over "Wines of the Year" - Jon Bonne: "With fruit from the Mount George area east of the city of Napa, the winery's Left Bank-style blend, with a bit of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot in the mix, outperforms for the price. A clean, pure Cabernet nose: graphite, cassis, hints of dried citrus peel to brighten things. Polished and sleek, with a lingering sweetness to the finish." Rocca Family Klassehus fra Yountville. Rocca Syrah 2005: 200,- kr. Silkeblød, lækker og kompleks Syrah, lavet af Celia Welch (Scarecrow). Fantastisk køb. Richness born of concentrated blackberry fruit and hints of dark chocolate testify to this full-bodied wine's remarkable depth and convincing ways, and rather than turning to viscosity and dramatic tannin on the palate, the wine is polished, supple and amazingly well-mannered. To be sure, it has more than enough tannic grip, but it is fruit and composure, not boldness, that make the way here, and whether now or in five years, this one is bound to be a real joy to have on the table. Connoisseurs' Guide to Californian Wine Wine Spectator 90 Points Rocca Cabernet Sauvignon 2005: 275,- kr. René Langdahl Gastro: Årstiden passer til de lidt tungere vine, og jeg er så glad i låget over alle de amerikanske vinøse oplevelser, vi har fået til landet, indenfor de seneste par år. GoodGrape er en af de specialiserede importører. Med Rocca har de fat i et køligt hus ikke fordi der ikke sker noget, men mere fordi druerne vokser relativt køligt ved Stags Leap District og længere mod syd, øst for Napa City, hvor det tågede San Pablo Bay virkelig gør sin indflydelse gældende. Selvom Mary Rocca lægger navn til huset, er det ubetinget Celia Welsch Masyczeks kyndige hoved, som er den virkelige årsag til Roccas kvaliteter. Kanel, Kardemomme, bitter chokolade og sorte kirsebær er med til at give en overvældende duft af klasse. I munden udviser den overraskende syrefriskhed, selvfølgelig napa sk koncentration og styrke, men alkohol, frugtighed og tannin er fuldstændig i balance. Der er bund af medoc-agtig grusfyldt tennissok. Det Garfield kalder en slam bonk. Lige vel pricy for den sidste stjerne, men sådan er det med god Napa-vin. Sandler Buck Hill Zinfandel 2008: 150,- kr. Zinfandel lavet af en Pinot Noir Winemaker og det kan smages!. Det er kun anden gang Ed laver hans Zinfandel fra Buck Hill der ligger i Santa Rosa. Vinen er i stil med 07 eren der var et decideret scoop, men en anelse nedtonet, og det gør faktisk ingenting. Det er en frugt domineret vin, men med lethed og luftighed der går igen i blandingen af hindbær og blåbær, krydderi og fornem syre. Lavet i stil med Joseph Swan og Scherrer synes jeg. Virkeligt lækker og drikbar Zinfandel som man kan drikke flere glas af. 118 ks er der lavet.

5 Side 5 / 15 Kutch Kutch Block 7 Pinot Noir 2009: 125,- kr. Sidste newcomer i denne omgang er et scoop af en Sonoma Pinot fra Kutch, der på kort tid er blevet et vores mest eftertragtede Pinot huse. Det er ikke uden grund. Kutch rammer præcis i feltet af vine der placerer sig som en hybrid mellem moderne US Pinot Noir og old-world dyder. Meget balancerede og friske vine, med udtalt kompleksitet og med moden, lækker Sonoma frugt. En combo der virker, og virker endnu bedre hos Kutch end så mange øvrige. Block 7 er en nyligt tilkommen tilføjelse hos Kutch. Den laves med samme sans for detaljen og perfektion som den øvrige vin. Frugten er fra al den frugt der ikke bliver puttet I Kutch s øvrige vine, og der er fantastiske i09..så der er både McDougall og Falstaff i b.la.. Macauley Macauley Beckstoffer To-Kalon 2007: 550,- kr. To-Kalon Klassevin. Bliver bare bedre og bedre. Stor mark, stor årgang. Napa 1er Cru. Plumpjack Plumpjack Syrah 2007: 250,- kr. Robert Parker 2007 PlumpJack Syrah which also utilizes 35% whole cluster during fermentation, is not yet displaying the bacon fat and lard nuances, but it possesses a deeper, fuller-bodied mouth feel, a more extracted, richer fruit character, and sensational blackberry, lavender, and charcoal notes. This should turn out to be a brilliant Syrah to drink during its first decade of life points. Plumpjack Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2007: 400,- kr. 95 points Robert Parker: "The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon cuvee from Plumpjack s Oakville ranch, where Nils Venge once made the famed Cabernet Sauvignons under the Villa Mt. Eden label. (The 1974s and 1978s are still going strong.) Floral notes intermixed with creme de cassis, white chocolate, plum, and licorice characteristics are followed by a wine with supple tannins, fabulous concentration, a multilayered mouthfeel, and a finish that lasts 40+ seconds. This incredible Cabernet can be drunk now or cellared for years." August West August West Rosella s Pinot Noir 2008: 215,- kr. 92 points Robert Parker: "Slightly bigger, richer, but with much the same character, only even more floral and forest floor notes is the full-bodied, deep, dense, 2008 Pinot Noir Rosella s Vineyard. This wine should drink well for 7-8 years." (08/10) Tanzer: Vivid red. Bright, highly perfumed aromas of strawberry, black raspberry, incense and wilted rose. Equally fragrant in the mouth, showing sweet red fruit and floral pastille flavors braced by tangy minerality. Shows very good depth but is also strikingly lithe, finishing clear and long. No problem drinking this now 92 Points.

6 Side 6 / 15 Vineyard 29 Vineyard 29 Cru 2007: 275,- kr. Silkeblød og velsmagende Bordeaux blanding. 92 points Robert Parker: "One of Napa s finest Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines in the $50 range is Vineyard 29's 2007 Cru. Produced by owners Chuck and Ann McMinn and their consulting winemaker, Philippe Melka, there are 5,000 cases of this blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The grapes are all purchased, and the wine is made at their state-of-the-art facility just off Highway 29 north of St. Helena. This beautiful wine exhibits a dense ruby/purple color as well as pure black currant fruit aromas intermixed with notions of licorice, charcoal, subtle smoke, and high class unsmoked cigar tobacco. It is an elegant, stunningly concentrated, seductive, lush wine that should age nicely for a decade or more." (12/09) Vineyard 29 Aida 2007: 800,- kr. Fin vin. Parker 97: The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Aida Vineyard (90% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 100% French oak) is a La Mission Haut-Brion lookalike. Burning ember, scorched earth, blackberry, smoked herb, and sweet cassis fruit characteristics are all present in this full-bodied, dense, concentrated offering. With a whopping finish as well as great balance and purity, it should drink well for 20+ years. Lindstrom Lindstrom Cabernet Sauvignon 2006: 400,- kr. 92 points Wine Spectator: "An understated style that wows you with finesse, offering complex aromas of herb, loam, currant, cedar, black olive and sage. Full-bodied, supple, elegant and delicate. Drink now through cases made." Herman Story On the Road Grenache 2007: 200,- kr. 93 points from Robert Parker: "The 2007 On the Road Grenache is a sensational example of this varietal. This sexy red is loaded with kirsch liqueur intermixed with notions of lavender, pepper, licorice, and spice box. One of the finest Grenaches being made in the Central Coast, it boasts a deep ruby/purple color, broad, savory flavors, abundant glycerin and alcohol (16.1%), and a seductive, heady finish. This is another full-flavored wine that merits serious attention. It should drink well for 3-5 years. Kudos to winemaker/proprietor Russell From." Herman Story Whitehawk Viognier 2007: 135,- kr. Gastro v/rene Langdahl: 2007 Viognier White Hawk Vineyard, Herman Story, Santa Barbara "Den mark leverer ikke andet end guf, om det er Ojai eller SQN eller Herman Story. En slikbutik med økologisk vingummi, flest af de hvide. En osende næse med hvid fersken, abrikos, papaya, cantaloup melon i vodka og estragon og hvid peber. På tungen udviser den fedme, tyngde, næsten tannin, men på forbavsende vis snerper den med smækker frugtsyre. Den er bentør, men stor og særdeles mineralsk. Et selvstændigt udtryk for viognier, som ikke ligner Condrieu, her er der langt mere krop og potentiale, ikke alt den nordrhônske parfume. " 94 point Herman Story Nuts & Bolts Syrah 2006: 200,- kr. Stor Syrah der er på et perfekt niveau lige nu. 92 points from Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Opaque ruby. Deep, inky cherry and blueberry on the nose. Impressively concentrated but also shockingly elegant, displaying sweet dark

7 Side 7 / 15 berry preserve flavors and sexy Asian spices. Soft tannins add structure to an impressively long, sweet finish. How this wine manages to be so rich and obviously ripe while maintaining balance and finesse is beyond me." (Nov/Dec '08) 92 points Wine Spectator: "Offers a complex mix of dark berry and spice, with wild berry and blackberry, pepper and cedar presented in a full-bodied yet elegant style, ending with juicy fruit flavors and integrated tannins. Drink now through " (Web '08) 91 points Robert Parker: "A brilliant effort, the dense ruby/purple-hued 2006 Syrah Nuts and Bolts possesses roasted meat, Provencal herb, blackberry, cherry, licorice, and tar-like characteristics. A strong, powerful attack, mid-palate, and finish add to this wine s appeal. Enjoy it over the next 6-7 years." Jean Marc Bouley Jean Marc Bouley Volany Clos des Chenes 2006: 250,- kr. Kraftfuld Bourgogne fra Bouley der er én af kongerne af Volnay. Ingen Whimpy, stilket stil her, men fyldig, magtfuld og alligevel forbløffende elegant. Burghound As one would expect due to the very young vines, this is more aromatically complex with lovely dark berry fruit with nuances of earth, underbrush and a hint of the sauvage that is also picked up on the rich, full and powerful, even robust medium-bodied flavors that possess solid structure, excellent depth and impressive length. This is an interesting wine in that there is muscle yet elegance and even a certain finesse present along with an overall sense of harmony. Recommended. 91 Sweet spot Outstanding!! Drinkward Peschon Drinkward Peschon Cabernet Sauvignon 2006: 250,- kr. Parker: The partnership between top-notch viticulturist Lisa Behrens and well-known Araujo winemaker, Francoise Peschon has created another beautiful, elegant, Bordeaux-styled wine that represents 532 cases from a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot. Deep ruby/purple-hued with a sweet nose of black cherry, black currant, forest floor, roasted herb, licorice, and spice box aromas, this elegant, full-bodied 2006 exhibits sweet tannin, a judicious touch of toasty oak, and decent acidity. Purity, balance, and overall equilibrium are highly prized by both of these women, and the result is an authoritatively flavored Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with burgeoning complexity and plenty of personality. Enjoy it over the next 15+ years. 93 points, Dec 2008 Erna Schein Erna Schein Front Man 2005: 400,- kr. Parker 93-95: The 2005 Fat Boy (later renamed Front Man) a blend of 65%, Merlot, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Petit Verdot, is a full-throttle, in-your-face, voluptuous, brash effort boasting superb intensity, and loads of blackberry, blueberry, espresso roast, chocolate, mineral, and floral characteristics. There is a lot going on in this sexy beast, which should drink well for a decade.

8 Side 8 / 15 Fort Ross Fort Ross Pinot Noir 2005: 200,- kr. Flot koldklima Pinot med masser af elegance. Herold Wines Herold Wines Acha 2008: 250,- kr. I en nylig artikel kigger Wine Spectator på de lidt mere eksperimenterende wine-makers, og til dem hører naturligt Mark Herold. I virkeligheden én af de mest spændende vine i vores sortiment pt., der virkeligt overrasker og performer langt over niveau. Wine Spectator : ACHA California 2008, 93 pts: A ripe, juicy style, with bright, vivid red cherry, plum and wild berry scents that are pure and polished. Full-bodied, ending with a long, lingering finish. Tempranillo, Grenache, Carignane, Graciano and Petite Sirah. Drink now through cases made. J.L. Upstart Crow Upstart Crow Cabernet Sauvignon 2007: 175,- kr. Smagt på ACME Fine Wines Pulse tasting. Meget flot, elegant Cab i fornem årgang til en super pris. Første årgang fra en megetb lovende producent. Jaqk Cellars Jaqk Cellars High Roller Cabernet Sauvignon 2007: 340,- kr. Ekstremt flot Cabernet med tydelige aftryk i Bordeaux. Kraftfuld og elegant, bygget til at lagre. Jaqk Cellars Soldier of Fortune Syrah 2007: 215,- kr. Flot, Flot kold-klima Syrah der begynder at vise sit værd. Super udstyret. Keever Keever Page Nord Syrah 2007: 250,- kr. Scarecrow s Winemaker Celia Welch laver denne vin. Kvaliteten matcher. Èn af de bedste Napa Syrah er på markedet i dag, til en fabelagtig god pris. Wine Spectator 91 pts: This has wonderful intensity, depth and structure, offering taut, mineral- and pebble-laced dried berry and currant flavors, with blueberry, shoe polish, sage and underbrush notes, yet the finish features a mix of berries and mineral. Drink now through cases made. JL

9 Side 9 / 15 Kent Kent Rasmussen Cabernet Sauvignon 2007: 240,- kr. Kent s allerbedste Cabernet i en årrække. Cellartracker snit på 91,7 og i stigning. Lækker sag. Meget lavt prissat Ladera Ladera Lone Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon 2004: 270,- kr. Old-School cab fra Lone Canyon. Flot Howell mountain vin med bid. Lillian Lillian Syrah 2007: 340,- kr. Næsten overflødig at præsentere. Opaque purple. A kaleidoscopic bouquet evokes black raspberry, cola, incense and olive tapenade, with a sexy floral quality that gains power with aeration. Lush, palate-staining dark berry preserve flavors are complemented by exotic spice and violet pastille qualities and are lifted by zesty minerality. Gains weight with air but retains its energy, finishing spicy, smoky and with outstanding persistence. Readers should also seek out Maggie Harrison's excellent Antica Terra pinot noirs from Oregon, which were reviewed in IWC issue # Steven Tanzer Orin Swift Orin Swift Mercury Head Cabernet Sauvignon 2007: 400,- kr. Performer virkelig godt for tiden. Ægte imponator vin med masser af potentiale. Udstyret med en ægte silver-dime på flasken. 93+ points Robert Parker: "The brilliant 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Mercury Head exhibits a dense ruby/purple hue as well as classic notes of lead pencil, creme de cassis, black cherries, spice box, and cedar. Full-bodied, concentrated, deep, and layered, this impressive, but youthful, primary Cabernet needs 2-5 years of aging, and it should last for two decades." Mirror Mirror Cabernet Sauvignon 2005: 260,- kr. Første årgang. Rob Lawson er winemaker. Cellartracker snit på imponerende 93 points på 13 noter. Virkeligt flot Cabernet.

10 Side 10 / 15 Samsara Samsara Melville Syrah 2008: 250,- kr. The real blockbuster is the 2008 Syrah Melville Vineyard, a California version of a French Cote Rotie. The small amount of Viognier included in the blend has resulted in an exotic floral character intermixed with notes of Allspice, black raspberries, black currants, and bacon fat. The incredibly complex aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, opulent, voluptuously textured wine with silky tannins as well as abundant characterand personality. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. 94 points, Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate #190 Tanzer: Bright ruby. Brighter red fruits on the nose than the Ampelos, with complicating notes of Asian spices, potpourri and minerals. Racy and spicy on entry, then richer in the mid-palate, offering sweet raspberry and cherry flavors with notes of licorice and candied flowers. Finishes with impressive clarity, a strong echo of spices and persistent red fruit and floral character. This will age on its balance. 92 points, Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar Samsara Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2009: 175,- kr. Tanzer: Vivid red. High-pitched aromas of redcurrant, strawberry and blood orange, with a lively mineral quality. Tangy and precise, offering sweet red fruit and floral flavors and a touch of bitter herbs. This comes in at 14% alcohol but seems far lighter. Finishes on a resonating note of wild strawberry and with impressive precision. 91 points Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar Showket Showket Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2005: 300,- kr. Lækker og meget ekspressiv cabernet, lavet af Heidi Barret (Screaming Eagle mv). Er på et godt sted netop nu. Sleight of Hand Cellars Sleight of Hand Archimage 2007: 215,- kr. Flot Washington sag, masser af klasse. Wine Spectator 92: Smooth and succulent, brimming with red berry and rhubarb flavors that sing sweetly against hints of lime and espresso, lingering on the refined finish. Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through cases made. - H.S. Sleight of Hand Levitation Syrah 2007: 215,- kr. Sleight of Hand s bedste vin. Wine Spectator 93: Rich and fleshy, not heavy but beautifully focused and deftly balanced to play its fresh boysenberry and currant flavors against fine tannins and hints of licorice and pepper on the finish. Drink now through cases made. H.S.

11 Side 11 / 15 Switchback Ridge Switchback Ridge Merlot 2007: 245,- kr. Wine Spectator, July 19, 2010, Rating, 93 pts: Luscious, sleek and complex, with floral red currant and Asian spice aromas that lead to layered, concentrated flavors of black cherry, white pepper and sweet cinnamon oak. Drink now through ,128 cases made. - T.F. Robb Report: The legendary Robert Foley has been making the wines for this label since His balanced and beautifully rendered Merlot has set a new standard for the varietal in the Calistoga region of Napa Valley. The 2007 vintage, which was aged for 18 months in French oak, summons essences of sweet boysenberry, mocha, caramel, and crème de cassis. Tor Tor Rock Syrah 2006: 265,- kr. Verdensklasse kold-klima Syrah. 95 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Full medium ruby. Incredible nose melds black raspberry, leather, game and brown spices, plus a suggestion of apricot. Wonderfully lush, silky and sweet, with superb density and depth to the flavors of raspberry, leather and brown spices. This lightly saline syrah saturates the entire palate. Finishes dry and extremely long, with chewy flavors of rocks, minerals and violet. Vinified with 90% whole clusters. A great California syrah." (May/June '08) 94 points Robert Parker: "2006 Tor Rock Syrah Hudson Vineyard. Inky/ruby/purple to the rim, it exhibits a bouquet redolent of spring flowers (acacia, or is it violet?), sweet blackberry and licoriceinfused fruit, and hints of espresso as well as white chocolate. It is a full-bodied, powerful Syrah displaying a flawless integration of acidity, alcohol, wood, and tannin. Enjoy this sensational effort now and over the next decade." (12/08) Viader Viader Cabernet Franc 2006: 200,- kr. Har udviklet sig enormt på flaske. Superflot Cabernet Franc, elegant. Fornem vin til mad. Tanzer 90 pts: Dark red. Spicy aromas of bitter cherry, flowers, licorice and menthol. Juicy and intense, with a creamy quality and lovely aromatic lift to its flavors of bitter cherry and flowers. Finishes perfumed and persistent, with rather suave tannins. A lovely cabernet franc bottling. (I preferred this wine to the drier 05, which I scored 90 points a year ago, but 89 in March.) Wine Guerrilla Wine Guerrilla Coffaro Zinfandel 2008: 195,- kr. Suveræn Single-Vineyard Zinfandel. 100 År gamle stokke. Ønsker man ægte klasse Zin kan man starte her..

12 Side 12 / 15 Pali Highlands Cabernet Sauvignon 2008: 150,- kr. Superflot Cabernet til pengene! Klassisk Cassis, blueberry og mocca. Luftig og rund fylde, drikkeklar. Cool når Pinot-guys laver Cabernet. Ingen overekstration her, men balanceret og elegant vin. Bedrock Bedrock Sonoma Zinfandel 2009: 135,- kr. Ny stjerne i amerikansk Wine-Making. Forbløffende Zinfandel fra meget gamle stokke. The 2009 Syrah Sonoma Coast possesses refined, sweet tannins as well as lots of black fruits intermixed with notions of camphor, lard and forest floor, purity, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and a long finish. Parker Sanguis Sanguis Acromion 2007: 300,- kr. Parker 91: The third white I tasted is the 2007 Acromion, which I previously reviewed in issue #184. A killer wine, this blend of 92% Roussanne and 8% Viognier spent 20 months in barrel, and had full malolactic fermentation. It possesses abundant notes of waxy, honeysuckle, orange marmalade, and tropical fruits intertwined with a buttery richness, and complex, full-bodied flavors. While it may be too much of a good thing for some readers, it is a distinctive, singular white wine to drink over the next 2-3 years although I suspect it has the potential to last longer. Rhône-Report 94: Coming from amazingly low yields and the top white of this report, the 2007 Sanguis Acromion, a blend that s predominantly Roussane, is reminiscent of Chapoutier s Ermitage Cuvee de l'oree with its massive concentration, stunning texture, incredible balance and blockbuster finish. White flowers, buttered bread and lemon curd aromas take some coaxing on the nose but the wine unfolds with air. The palate is medium to full bodied with a rich, thick yet pure, precise texture that carries into a very long finish. I think this is a stunning wine but with regards to aging, I ve not a clue. Sanguis Waxing Poetic 2006: 400,- kr. Parker 94: The 2006 Waxing Poetic was the finest wine in this tasting, perhaps because it is a year older and has had time to settle down and show its true personality. Made from 100% Syrah from the Watch Hill and Bien Nacido vineyards, it will spend 42 months in new oak. The wine exhibits a lot of spicy, peppery characteristics along with creme de cassis, licorice, cocoa, and white chocolate. Fullbodied and powerful with beautiful balance, sufficient acidity, velvety but noticeable tannin, and a long finish, this is a terrific example of a Central Coast Rhone Ranger that should drink nicely for years. Rhône-Report 94: A blend of 100% Syrah from Watch Hill (62%) and Bien Nacido (38%), the 2006 Sanguis Waxing Poetic was aged for 42 months in 150% new French oak, before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. Dark and dense on the nose, with cooler climate aromas of peppered steak, hung game, leather, and edgy minerality, as well as loads pure black fruits, this takes some coaxing but opens up in the glass. Medium to full bodied on the palate with a ripe, round texture, solid concentration, beautiful precision, and a long, chocolate-laced, tannic finish, this should benefit from 2 to 3 years of additional bottle age, and then drink well for a decade or longer.

13 Side 13 / 15 Piedrasassi Piedrasassi Mr. Smith Syrah 2007: 250,- kr. Parker 94 : The gorgeous 2007 Syrah Mr. Smith exhibits aromas of acacia flowers, crushed rocks, blueberries, and blackberries, a beautiful, well-delineated, vibrant mouthfeel, and refreshing, zesty length. It should drink well for years. Arcadian Arcadian Stolpman Syrah 2005: 195,- kr. Kongevin. Skyhøj score fra Tanzer. Én af årgangens bedste. Tanzer: Bright red. Lovely, floral-dominated scents suggest fresh red berries, kirsch and Asian spices, with sexy rose and magnolia adding complexity; seems to expand in the glass while maintaining focus. Silky and packed with sweet red fruit flavors, picking up floral pastille and bitter chocolate character with air. A very grown-up style of syrah that finishes with superb clarity and persistence. This doesn't hit you upside the head, it hits you inside it. 94 points Rhône-Report 94: Clean and more focused than the Westerly Vineyard, the 2005 Arcadian Syrah Stolpman Vineyard has bright cassis and raspberry fruits, spiced meat, cedar and earth aromas on the nose. These carry lead into a medium bodied, perfectly build wine that shows fresh acidity, pure, clean fruit and a focused, long finish. Drink this beauty over the next 10 to 15 years. Beau Vigne Beau Vigne Reserve 2007: 335,- kr. Super. Slog b.la disse til den stort anlagte smagning ved Executive Wine Seminars 2007 smagning. Feltets billigste vin i øvrigt. 1) 2007 Blankiet Paradise Hills Vineyard 54 points (10/10/4) 2) 2007 Joseph Phelps Insignia 29 points (6/3/5) 3) 2007 Beau Vigne Reserve 24 points (5/0/9) 4) 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan 23 points (5/3/2) 5) 2007 Maybach Materium 21 points (5/3/1) 6) 2007 Bialla 21 points (4/3/3) 7) 2007 Schrader Beckstoffer - George III 19 points (1/7/2) 8) 2007 Ramey Pedregal 17 points (2/4/3) 9) 2007 Continuum 15 points (1/3/6) 10) 2007 Drinkward Peschon 6 points (1/0/3) 11) 2007 Colgin IX Estate 4 points (0/2/0) 12) 2007 Derenoncourt Tache d encre 3 points (0/1/1) 12) 2007 Kapcsandy State Line Vineyard 3 points (0/1/1) Parker 94 +: More backward and structured, the 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve possesses copious black fruit, licorice, and forest floor notes as well as a boatload of tannin. While neither as charming nor accessible as the Juliet, it needs 3-4 years of cellaring, and should last for two decades thereafter.

14 Side 14 / 15 Hundred Acre Hundred Acre The Ark 2006: 1350,- kr. The real deal og en vin i absolut verdensklasse. Parker 96 (NB Fadprøve): More tannin and earthiness are apparent in the 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Ark Vineyard. Last year, this wine revealed considerable softness, but that has morphed into a more delineated, beautifully dense, full-bodied Cabernet with dazzling fragrance and glycerin in addition to an extravagant fruit character. It, too, should drink beautifully for 20 years. Tanzer 95: Good deep red-ruby. Knockout claret-like aroma of currant, tobacco, mocha, licorice and loam. Sweet and lush, with lovely energy and a distinctly rocky mineral character contributing to the wine's suave impression. Finishes firmly tannic, bright and spicy, with terrific persistence. Jayson Woodbridge started picking his home vineyard on October 12, ultimately making five passes through the vines. Parallel Parallel Cabernet Sauvignon 2007: 265,- kr. Philippe Melka er winemaker her. Ekstremt elegant, fokus og moden frugt, meget velsmagende og én af årgangens allerbedste køb. 94 points og Editors' Choice, Wine Enthusiast: "Delicious and compelling 100% Cabernet from this great vintage. Shows classically developed, sweet Napa tannins and wonderfully ripe fruit. As expressive as the blackberries and currants are, they're reined in with minerals and herbs to produce exquisite tension. Best now, with a good decant, and should develop for many years." Jones Family Jones Family Sisters 2006: 295,- kr. Sisters 2006 er den bedste Sisters vi har smagt, og én af de bedste Bordeaux blandinger fra Èn årgang der bliver bedre og bedre, og med udviklingen på flaske en årgang man må regne med fremover. Vinen er som altid en blanding på Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc og Petit Verdot. I 06 er Cabernet Sauvignon andelen på 96 %, 4 % til CF og en knivspids Petit Verdot der giver midter-palleten kød og fylde. Det er en meget velafbalanceret vin. Helt ren i frugten, med en meget fokuseret næse der byder på Cassis, lidt menthol og velhængt kød. Bred midte, rund og meget kompleks. Igen meget fokuseret, helt ren og med samtlige varietale kendetegn in check. Meget fine tanniner, og lækre florale elementer fra Cabernet Franc en. For pengene en temmelig fuldendt vin, der smager fremragende med lidt luft nu, og mange år frem. Cellartracker holder en median på 93 på 12 noter. Ganske pænt

15 Side 15 / 15 Lagier-Meredith Lagier-Meredith Syrah 2004: 235,- kr. This serious, complex, dark ruby/purple-tinged 2004 Syrah reveals a lovely perfume of licorice, acacia flowers, ground pepper, cassis, and blackberries. A beautiful integration of wood gives the wine elegance as well as a savory character. With loads of fruit, an expansive mouthfeel, a silky texture, and fine balance, this lovely, nuanced Syrah should drink nicely for 5-7 years. 92 Points Robert Parker, WA 168, Dec 2006 Littorai Littorai Pinot Noir Mays Canyon Sonoma Coast 2006, Californien: 335,- kr. Seriøs kold-klima Pinot. Vokser meget i glasset og byder på klassisk tyngde og ren klasse fra en mester i Sonoma. Littorai s bedste røde i 06. Fremragende...Winemakers note: Mays Canyon has a wonderful sweet, fresh lactic note of raspberries and crème fraiche associated with spice notes, rose petal and pastry dough. The mid palate is juicy and displays very lively acidity with moderately strong tannins. The acidity is second only to The Haven. This is the most tightly knit of all the 2006 s and patience will be rewarded. Littorai Charles Heintz Chardonnay 2006, Californien 335,- kr. Formidabel hvidvin. Gastro: "Gyldengrøn og frisk at se på. Total mineralsamling! En Raveneau-agtig genstridig ekstremt fokuseret næse med kridt og metal, knuste granitblokke, citronvand og doseret ristet eg. Al den svulstige californierfrugt må komme om flere år. Den er rank, syrerig og stram på tungen med brændende intensitet og slutter næsten finoagtigt uden den mindste antydning af kundevenlig restsukker. Mesterlig chardonnay, som forener sol og overflod med kølig havluft og fattig jordbund." 94 point, René langdahl VIN BESTILLES VIA MAIL TIL INFO@GOODGRAPE.DK!