2008 Grenache Blanc - Red Cedar Vineyard, Paso Robles

Spiced pear and grapefruit with a hint of citrus blossoms..

Food Pairings: lobster & heirloom tomato pasta, asian-spiced dishes, pork loin

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2006 Cameo, Paso Robles

Fresh and lively blend of Marsanne, Viognier, and Roussanne, showing Asian pear and citrus zest with good core of acidity and minerals. Pairs well with fish, light poultry, and spicy foods. Serve at cellar temperature.

Food Pairings: asian-spiced fish, pasta with white sauce, chèvre

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2007 Viognier – Bien Nacido Vineyard, Santa Barbara County

Fruit-forward, with fragrant ripe melon and white peach, and lovely richness on the palate. It retains the beautiful floral character and good minerality of years past while showing more lushness both in aroma and flavors. Serve at cellar temperature.

Food Pairings: sushi, seared scallops, roasted chicken, triple-cream cheeses

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2007 Roussanne – Paso Robles

Rich honey and sweet pipe smoke framing apple, grilled pineapple and a hint of cloves.

Food Pairings: grilled scallops, sausage béchamel lasagna, mango-ginger white stilton

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2006 Roussanne – Paso Robles

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Smoky, bacon-fat aromas, with flavors of pear and apple, and a touch of honey and spice on a solid core of acidity. Versatile wine, good with many rich foods.

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2006 Viognier – Bien Nacido Vineyard

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Beautifully rich and floral, with tangerine blossom, honeysuckle, white peach, and a nice mineral finish. Good acidity makes this an easy pairing with a variety of foods, such as grilled seafood and Asian dishes. Serve at cellar temperature.

Drink now through 2011.

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2005 Viognier – Bien Nacido Vineyard

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This is a distinctive Viognier, with intense fruit on the nose and a hint of chalkiness. Flavors of sweet peaches and apricots, a hint of citrus zest and a nice mineral finish. The wine will pair well with a variety of foods, such as grilled seafood and Asian dishes. Serve chilled.

Drink now through 2009.

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2005 Roussanne – Paso Robles

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Ripe and juicy fruit aromas and flavors of apple and peach, with spicy cloves and a mineral note on the finish, all balanced with nice acidity. Versatile wine, good with many foods, including cheese, spicy and cream-based dishes.

Drink now through 2009.

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2005 Viognier – Fralich Vineyard

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Fat but not heavy, showing melon, honey, and stone fruits. Easy to serve as a sipper or with a variety of foods.

Drink now through 2012.

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2004 Reserve Viognier – Fralich Vineyard

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Described as “lusty,” this Reserve Viognier is crisp, ripe, and fruity, with flavors of apricot jam and honeysuckle, and a strong mineral note. This wine will pair well with more flavorful foods than most white wines. Serve at cool cellar temperature.

Drink now through 2008.

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2004 Viognier – Fralich Vineyard

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This wine is fat and fruit-forward, showing melon, honey, stone fruits and vanilla. Rich and velvety, this will pair well with more flavorful foods than most white wines. Try it with grilled black pepper albacore tuna, chicken dishes, and roasted pork.

Drink now through 2010.

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