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Our wines are the products of two years of careful and painstaking work in the vineyard and the winery. We take great pride in presenting them to you.
 
We have a new addition to our portfolio with this release, Greenwood Ridge Vineyard in the Anderson Valley appellation. We are very pleased to be working with winegrower Allan Green and for the opportunity to produce a pinot noir from this spectacular ridge-top site.
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2009 Vintage
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley
Clear, medium ruby color. Complex aromas of cranberry, plum, black cherry; notes of earth, wet stone, nutmeg and herbs. Full bodied entry with dark cherry and blackberry complemented by flavors of sweet baking spices and cedar. Long, lingering finish with soft tannins and firm acidity. Total Cases: 145.
  Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
Brilliant dark garnet color. First impression is fruit, toast and spice. Dark fruit flavors of blackberry and blueberry, followed by cedar, sweet tea, toasty oak with a hint of rose petals. Rich texture and a long spicy finish. Total Cases: 145.
  Greenwood Ridge Vineyard, Anderson Valley
Bright cherry red with a slight purple edge. Clean aromas of dried cherries, black fruits, minerals, peppery herbs, sweet almond and dark toast. Core of pure dark fruit with notes of mineral and toast. Long finish framed by moderate tannins. Total Cases: 175.
  Montgomery Vineyard, Russian River Valley
Bright, clear cherry red color. Aromas jump out of the glass, treating you to a complex bouquet of cherry, sweet tea, sandalwood, ripe strawberry and pomegranate, balanced by the soft aroma of dried grass and earth with a whiff of violets. Mouth feel is smooth, bright and rich on the palate. Flavors of ripe red fruits, ginger, a hint of oak and fennel followed by a smooth acidity and moderate tannins. Medium bodied with a long, lovely finish. Total Cases: 125.
  Lingenfelder Vineyard, Russian River Valley
Deep ruby color. Intoxicating, rich cherry perfume followed by a floral/dark rose, cassis, plum, notes of vanilla and ferns/forest floor. Silky, integrated flavors fill the mouth. Crisp, seamless balance of sweet strawberry, raspberry and cranberry with a hint of chocolate, tobacco and balanced oak. Medium weight, great length and perfect acidity. Total Cases: 120.
  Ridley Vineyard, Anderson Valley
Rich garnet color. Big bold nose of ripe fruit, cherry tobacco, butterscotch, fresh cedar and orange peel. Smooth, full, explosion of concentrated flavors with dark berries, vanilla bean, touch of mint, cinnamon and sweet leather. Finish is long and lingering with a bright acidity. Total Cases: 125.
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2008 Vintage
  Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Clear, rich garnet color. Very pretty, complex nose with ethereal notes of raspberry, cranberry, fresh cut wood and brown spices. Smooth entry with a lively mix of cola, strawberry, cherry, ripe plum and butterscotch, with a hint of anise. Medium bodied with a long, bright finish. 150 cases produced.
Harvested: October 1, 2008 Bottling date: April 8, 2010
Brix: 26.4            pH: 3.43 pH: 3.562        Alcohol: 14.3
Total production: 150 cases
  Lingenfelder Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Bright red cherry in color. Sweet bouquet of spicy plum, dark berries, black cherries and expansive red fruits. Background notes of minerals, cedar and herbs. Rich entry on the palate, intense and well integrated flavors of dark fruits, toasty oak, cola spice with smooth tannins. Overall sense of density with the ability to age well over several years. Great length and lively finish.
Harvested: September 7, 2008 Bottling date: April 8, 2010
Brix: 24.2            pH: 3.43 pH: 3.70        Alcohol: 14.6
Total production: 76 cases
  North Coast Cuvee, Russian River Valley and Anderson Valley
Saturated ruby color. Big bouquet of well integrated red and dark fruits, ripe strawberry and blackberry with notes of vanilla and clove. Sense of weight on the palate, balanced flavors of plum, dark cherry, sweet tea, fresh cedar and cola with a slight mineral edge. Displays a long, persistent finish. 95 cases produced.
Harvested: Sept 2 & Oct 1, 2008 Bottling date: April 8, 2010
             pH: 3.56        Alcohol: 14.2
Total production: 95 cases
  Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County
Dark ruby red with a slight purple edge to the color. Open, complex aromas of raspberry, strawberry, plum, anise, vanilla bean, orange marmalade and sweet toasted oak. Aromas carry through to the palate with added cherry tobacco, white pepper and a subtle floral note in the background. Sense of richness in the mouth, supple ripe tannins, good grip with a balance of structure and fruit. Smooth at a very young age, will continue to develop over 5-7 years. Seductive, long finish.
Harvested: September 15 & 26, 2008 Bottling date: April 2, 2010
Brix: 24.2            pH: 3.30 pH: 3.56        Alcohol: 14.2
Total production: 200 cases
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley
Brilliant red in color. Expansive perfume of dark plum, ripe cherries, toasted almond and cardamom spice with a hint of forest floor create a very pretty nose. Generous flavors follow through with a roundness on the palate of blackberries, cloves, ripe fruits and a light floral note of rose petal. Lovely mouth feel and smooth acidity frame the long and balanced finish.100 cases produced.
Harvested: September 8, 2008 Bottling date: April 2, 2010
Brix: 24.2            pH: 3.62 pH: 3.74        Alcohol: 14.5
Total production: 100 cases
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2007 Vintage
  Anderson Valley Reserve, Mendocino County
Brilliant deep ruby color. Rich aromas of dark berries, cherry cola, strawberry, hint of toast and coffee with a touch of earth and sweet tobacco. Dark brooding flavors match the nose with a smooth entry of blackberry, ripe cherry and plum with a slight floral/herbal quality. Harmony of flavors and balanced acidity gives this medium bodied wine a long and lively finish. Total Cases: 150
  Montgomery Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Dark ruby color. Big bouquet of ripe strawberry, black cherry, pomegranate and sweet tea greet the senses followed by a slight black pepper and toasted almond note. Palate displays ripe fruit characteristics of blackberry, cherry, blueberry and spicy notes of sassafras/cola and anise. Medium bodied with bright acidity and a long, complex finish. Total Cases: 100
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Clear, deep garnet color with a slight purple edge.Open luscious aromas of plum, red and dark berries, forest floor and violets create a classic pinot nose. Rich, full flavors of blueberry, cherry, ripe strawberry, anise, brown spices, cigar box leather and slight earthiness are well integrated. Long and smooth finish with balanced acidity and round fleshy tannins in a mediumfull bodied package. Total Cases: 175
  Corby Vineyard, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Fans of the wines we produced from the Demuth Vineyard are going to love this one! Bright cherry red color with a touch of purple in the rim. Fragrant, complex aromas with the initial impression of strawberry, blueberry and ripe cherries melding into the sweet spice of sandalwood, dried herbs and toast. Smooth, nicely rounded flavors of black currant, raspberry, cranberry and vanilla with a hint of fresh cut wood. A delicate, medium bodied wine with a long alluring finish and good acid snap. Total cases: 180
  Lingenfelder Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Brilliant ripe strawberry color. A gorgeous bouquet greets the senses with dark cherry, blackberry and plum mingling with almond, cedar and cola with a spicy floral element dancing around. Expansive, round entry of red and dark fruits, nutmeg, black tea and cherry tobacco. Smooth, integrated bright flavors and balanced mouth feel. Long, lively, finish with a good acid backbone. We dubbed it “Lingering Lingenfelder”. Total Cases: 125
  Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County
Deep garnet color, lush and rich. Very pretty nose of plum, chocolate covered cherries, sweet smoky vanilla, ripe berries and brown spices. Rich fruit flavors of blueberry, dark plum and ripe strawberries with added notes of anise, sweet leather and toast. Very smooth and round mouth feel, full bodied, expansive and complex with a medium finish and acidity. Total Cases: 190
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2006 Vintage
  Anderson Valley Reserve, Mendocino County
Rich, dark garnet color. Bold, clean aromas of plum, dark cherry, raspberry and ripe strawberry followed by notes of sassafras/ cola, fresh cedar, dried herbs and white pepper.Velvety mouth feel, round, full flavors of red and dark fruits, brown spice and toast with a touch of vanilla and sweet leather. Long, lively finish, with well integrated tannins and acidity. Total cases: 200
  Montgomery Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Gorgeous clear ruby in color. Aromas of bright red fruits, strawberry and cherry with a hint of pomegranate and cassis. A floral bouquet mixed with sweet spices; cardamom, vanilla, and sandalwood incense add to the initial fruit impression. Lively mouth feel displays complex flavors of dark plum, mixed berries, black tea, and almond. A spicy note of tea rose and fresh wood with a touch of earth/tobacco follow. Long, complex finish with moderate tannins, good grip and balanced acidity. Total cases: 110
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Color is reminiscent of a ripe red cherry. Lush, complex aromas greet the senses, blackberry, ripe strawberry, sweet tea, and orange peel, blending with a smoky/earthy characteristic with added clove and toast. Smooth, fruit driven entry on the palate with an expansive middle offering cherry candy, raspberry, ginger and anise. Medium bodied with a bright acidity, and long spicy finish with a hint of floral. Total cases: 200
  Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
Color is reminiscent of a rich red rose. Expansive aromas of strawberry, bing cherries, licorice, almond and sandalwood with notes of sassafras and fresh cedar. Hints of flowers and dried grasses add to the beautiful bouquet. Mouth feel is velvety and smooth with a bright acidity. Complex red and dark fruits, cola, incense and black tea flavors dance together right though to the long, luscious finish with a surprising brown spice kick at the end. Total Cases: 200
  Lingenfelder Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Bright garnet in color. Very pretty aromas of mixed berries, cherrywood, dark plum, butterscotch and cigar box leather mingle with a sweet herb/fennel note. Rich mouth feel with a good acid backbone. Sweet impression of raspberry, ripe plum, strawberry, cherry cola, with restrained oak and toast and added touch of violets expands across the palate. Long, complex and seamless finish. Total Cases: 120
  Bush Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Brilliant dark ruby color. Bright, fresh aromas of strawberry, cherry, and blackberry mingle with a hint of toast and mineral/fresh cut pencil. Added notes of root-beer and nutmeg spice with a subtle whiff of orange peel and dried herbs. Texture is lush with a good acid balance. Aromas follow through to additional flavors of pomegranate, caramel and sweet tobacco. Long lasting, complex and rich finish. Total Cases: 190
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2005 Vintage
  Anderson Valley Reserve, Mendocino County
Color is a rich, dark garnet with a purple edge. A luscious bouquet greets the senses with ripe cherry, plum, and blueberry with added notes of mushroom and leather/spice. Aromas follow through melding with red and dark fruits, cardamom, anise, and sassafras. The complex and long lasting finish just keeps dancing on the palate. Our ‘05 AVR is showing well at this young stage and will continue to improve over the next 10 years. Total cases: 170
  Lingenfelder Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Bright cherry red color. Open, complex nose displays aromas of strawberry, plum, cranberry, and cherry cola with a hint of violets and dried grass.The floral notes become a spicy sandalwood on the palate followed by pure flavors of ripe cherry, black plum, brown spices and toasted almond.With smooth tannins, balanced acidity and a long, seamless finish, this wine is ready to drink now and will continue to develop over the next 7-10 years. Total cases: 150
  Montgomery Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Brilliant cherry red in color. Big beautiful nose of red and dark fruits, sandalwood and dried herbs with a hint of tea rose floral. Flavors of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blueberry with notes of almond and sassafras spice. Depth of flavors balance well with tannins and acidity offering a smooth and seamless finish. Total cases: 135
 

Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
While this wine is 100% Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, we have released the 2005 vintage as an appellation wine. It displays good balance, structure and varietal character, yet does not fully express the distinctive qualities of this vineyard site.

Beautiful ruby color. Racy, youthful aromas of candy apple, marionberry, toasty oak and spice. Crisp flavors of cherry and cranberry with cedar, almond and sandalwood in the middle.Cassis and sassafras spring up in the long finish.With balanced tannins and a good acid backbone, this wine should continue to develop over the next 5-7 years. Total cases: 170
  Bush Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Color shows a rich, dark ruby. Forward aromas of plum, black cherry, and ripe strawberries meld with brown spices and a touch of forest floor.Aromas follow through into the lush fruit flavors with added qualities of clove, cherry cola, toasty oak, and fennel. Dense and rich with smooth supple tannins, balanced acidity and a long finish. Total cases: 158
  Cuvée 115 - North Coast Blend
Deep garnet color with a purple edge.The nose is greeted by complex aromas of ripe, dark fruits, violets, cinnamon spice, and toast. Juicy red and black fruit flavors of cherry, blackberry, plum, and strawberry give way to a seductive, rich mouth feel and long lasting finish. Total cases: 120
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2004 Vintage
  Demuth Vineyard, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Clear ruby color reminiscent of red currants.The nose offers a broad range of aromas: ripe strawberry, raspberry and black cherry, with added complexity of cola, nutmeg, coffee and forest floor. Round and full-bodied with bright acidity and smooth tannins.Aromas carry through into the flavors with a supple oak character holding the wine yet not intrusive. Smooth and silky with a seamless finish.
  Montgomery Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Deep garnet color.Very complex fruit-driven aromas of strawberry, plum and black cherry framed by notes of brown spice, minerals and smoked meat with a hint of sandalwood. Expansive, juicy red and black fruit flavors meld with a toasty oak impression. Mouth feel is full and rich with resolved tannins, balanced acidity and a long, smooth finish.
  Anderson Valley Reserve, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
(formerly Floodgate Vineyard)
Brilliant garnet color. Clean aromatics of plum, cherry, blackberry and ripe strawberries meld with herbal qualities of licorice root, ginger and toasted almond. A hint of mushroom, earth, smoked meat and dried fig add to the complex bouquet. Rich aromatics carry through into the flavors with added cassis, leather, cardamom and a touch of dried herb.With well integrated wood, round tannins, and a long smooth finish, our “Reserve” is a beautiful expression of Anderson Valley Pint Noir. Total cases: 150
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Garnet in color with a slight purple edge. A complex wine with aromas of dark cherry, black plum, sweet berries, nutmeg, white pepper, dried orange peel and toasted almonds, rounded out by a touch of pinot noir earthiness. Deep aromas follow through into the flavors of ripe red and black fruits, vanilla, leather, cherry cola, black tea, cinnamon, and sweet oak. Full bodied with resolved tannins, firm acidity and a long smooth finish. Total cases: 150
  Bush Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Brilliant dark ruby color.Big bold fruits greet the senses; black cherries, plums, and blackberries blend with toasty oak, and Asian spices reminding us of tea smoked duck. Fully extracted fruit flavors create our biggest wine, offering a medley of black and red fruits, clove, vanilla, and black pepper with a distinctive fresh mint quality .Tannins and acidity are balanced with a long, rich finish. Total cases: 200
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2003 Vintage
  Floodgate Vineyard, Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
Brilliant garnet color. Clean aromatics of plum, cherry, blackberry and ripe strawberries meld with herbal qualities of licorice root, sweet tea, ginger and toasted almond. A hint of mushroom, earth, smoked meat and dried fig add to the complex bouquet. Rich aromatics carry through into the flavors with added cassis, leather, cardamom and a touch of dried herb. With well integrated wood, round tannins, and a long smooth finish, Floodgate is a beautiful expression of Anderson Valley. Total cases: 150
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Rich, dark ruby color. Big, beautiful, round nose filled with dark and red fruits, cola, spicy rose petals and toasty notes. Lush, fruity entry with black cherry, dark plum, mixed berries and brown spices. A classic Russian River Pinot Noir of hedonistic pleasure. Complex flavors carry through the long seamless finish. Total cases: 200
  Demuth Vineyard (Anderson Valley, Mendocino County)
Bright ruby color. The nose displays rich aromatics of black cherry, cola, sandalwood, and green herbs with a touch of earth and toast. Medium body with lush flavors of dark plum, ripe cherry, pomegranate, cinnamon, clove and a hint of floral. Ripe tannins produce a silky mouth feel with a long finish. A firm core and good acid balance makes this an easy wine to pair with food. Total cases: 170 cases.
  Bush Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Color - imaging the darkest of all garnets. Nose is filled with bright red fruits, cherry, raspberry, and strawberry lead into herbal aromas of anise, celery and mint. Lush flavors of mixed berries, green herbs, cherry tobacco, and clove blend together with smooth tannins and wood spice.Rich, fruity flavors persist long into the finish. Total cases: 185
 
Winemaker's Tasting Notes - 2002 Vintage
  Montgomery Vineyard (Russian River Valley, Sonoma County)
A beautiful cherry red color. Aromas of cranberry, strawberry, cherry with violets and dried brush. Flavors of strawberry, black cherry, cassis, vanilla and earth. Smooth tannins, balanced acidity with a long, crisp finish. Total production: 150 cases
  Salzgeber-Chan Vineyard (Russian River Valley, Sonoma County)
Bright ruby color. Complex nose of rich black cherry, ripe strawberry, toast and brown spices blend with a touch of leather, mushroom and herbal notes. Round, velvety mouthfeel with flavors of plum, black fruits, clove/nutmeg with a long clean finish. Total production: 120 cases
Floodgate Vineyard (Anderson Valley, Mendocino County)
Rich garnet red in color. Beautiful nose of dark cherry, raspberry, sweet vanilla, toasted almond and brown spice with a touch of mushroom and earth. Flavors of sweet red fruits, blackberry, plum, smokey leather and mushroom. Velvety mouth feel with balanced acidity lasts long into the finish. Total production: 175 cases
  Demuth Vineyard (Anderson Valley, Mendocino County)
Deep ruby in color. Aromas of ripe raspberries, black cherry, minerals, vanilla and toast. Herbal with a touch of anise, mushroom and beetroot. Complex flavors of blackberry, cherry, allspice, sarsparilla, with notes of smoked meat, fresh cut wood and mushroom. Long spicy, firm finish. Total cases: 200
  Bush Vineyard (Russian River Valley, Sonoma County)
Bright red pomegranate color. Displays aromas of vanilla-blackberry ice cream, strawberry and raspberry with a minty herbal edge. Rich flavors of red fruits, cherry cola, carmel apple and toast notes. Long fruity, crisp finish. Total cases: 165
   

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