Inn at Pleasant Lake

Archive for August, 2008

Four Vines, Old Vine Cuvee, California, 2006

Jammy and juicy.  Ripe cherry, blackberry, spice and mocha aromas.  Good structure.   $8 per glass.  $32

Linne Calodo, Rising Tides, Paso Robles, California, 2006

Sexy and opulent.  44% Grenache, 42% Syrah, 14% Mourvedre.  Deep ruby color, intense candied black cherry aromas, intermixed with spice and licorice.  Wonderful texture and purity.  A stunning Rhone blend.   $98

A to Z, Newberg, Oregon, 2007

Appealing and polished with pear and nectarine aromas. Delicately balanced, nice finish. $34

Montinore Estate, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2007

Bright and juicy, with notes of peach, pear and melon.  A great finish.  $34

Duckhorn, Napa Valley, California, 2009

Stylish.  Refreshing notes of lemon, grapefruit and lime as well as tropical hints of pineapple, mango and passion fruit.  Has a nice intensity.   $50