2007 Bodegas El Nido Clio
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"Quite Possibly the Best Bottle of Wine you may ever Drink...
Highly allocated, and very hard to get, we only aquired this wine by purchasing it for our private collection years ago, and this is the first time we have ever released it to our customers for sale.."
-Giovanni DeGarimore, Owner Giovanni's and Student of the "Court of Master Sommeliers"
The 2007 Clio is in and it is every bit as compelling as prior vintages. [95 pts Robert Parker on the 2006 vintage, 96 pts Robert Parker on the 2005 vintage, 97 pts Robert Parker on the 04 vintage, 93 pts Robert Parker on the 2003 vintage] The consulting winemaker at Bodegas El Nido is Chris Ringland of Barossa Valley fame. Clio is 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 70% Monastrell (from 63-year-old vines). This Spanish masterpiece is glass-coating opaque purple, it exhibits a sensational nose of earth, mushroom, leather, blueberry, and blackberry jam. On the palate the wine is supple-textured, complex, with vibrant flavors of spicy blue and black fruits and a big-time WOW factor. This is a totally hedonistic effort with exceptional length and balance. It is remarkably light on its feet for such a powerful wine.
el nido, clio 2007 30% Cabernet Sauvignon (30 yrs. old) 70% Monastrell (64 yrs. old) Jumilla From the same vineyard and aging as El Nido. 2250 cases produced - 6pks. 95 Points 2006 Clio Wine Advocate 6/09 #183 95 Points 2005 Clio Wine Advocate 2/08 #175 97 Points 2004 Clio Wine Advocate 2/07 #169
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Ancient Peaks Zinfandel 2007
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The 2007 Zinfandel opens with bright aromas of cherry, plum and vanilla spice. Juicy flavors of raspberry and black cherry unfold along a broad, seamless texture. Accents of black pepper add to a lively finish. |
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Artesa Chardonnay 2008
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Beautifully balanced wine with delicate flavors of pear, green apple and a hint of oak. Medium to full-bodied, it is sleek and focused with a long, clean finish. |
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Artesa Pinot Noir 2006
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Hand-selected from select Carneros vineyards and carefully crafted using Old World techniques with minimal handling. Cold-soaked prior to fermentation in open-top tanks and aged for 10 months in French oak.
Not available today. |
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Beringer California Collection Pinot Noir 2008
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Bursting with black cherry, currant and raspberry flavors with a silky, fruit-driven finish. |
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Bodegas M Albarino - 2007
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Bodegas M is the dream and collaboration of Michael Young, Margo Shugart, and Alan Kinne. Having lived in Spain and "cut his teeth" on Rioja wines, Michael has realized in Bodegas M a life-long aspiration to bring the best possible Spanish styled wines to market. Michael works as Sales & Marketing Director for L'Aventure Winery in Paso Robles, and has 32 years experience in wine sales & marketing with companies such as LVMH and Champagne Louis Roederer. |
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Bodegas M Tinto De Paso Tempranillo 2006
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A rich, concentrated wine with a long palate and complexity in the mouth. Bodegas M 2006 Tempranillo was harvested from the Booker Vineyard. |
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Chateau Julien Pinot Grigio 2008
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A pleasant fruit-forward wine with fresh melon and lively peach aromas to complement crisp citrus flavors. Its full texture is ripe through finish with good acidity and balance.
Not available today. |
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Chateau St Jean Sonoma "Cinq Cepages" Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
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"Cinq Cepages" The Finest Offering from Chateau St Jean in Sonoma, means "Five varieties" of grapes - Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, and Petit Verdot- are aged separately for two years in French oak, then blended to create this rich, Bordeaux-style wine. This is a Very hard to get wine in this Vintage, and at a special price. |
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Clautiere Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
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Black cherry cocoa powder bouquet. Boysenberry, cassis, rhubarb and hints of fig and green pepper on the finish. |
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Clautiere Vineyard Estate Grand Rouge 2004
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Dark fruits, plum and black cherry with well integrated tannins and subtle spice notes on the finish. An absolute show stopper of a wine, full and rich, made in the old world tradtion, means the structure is perfect for this wine to maintain it's integrity while aging thanks to a great balace of acid and tannins. 36% Mourvedre, 27% Counoise, 24% Grenache, 6% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon & 2% Viognier....
90 pts. California State Fair |
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Clautiere Vineyard Estate Viognier 2008
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Pineapple, honeysuckle jasmine bouquet. A harmonious balance between white peach, pineapple and banana with hints of ginger on the finish. an elegant companion to seafood, lobster, crab, and sushi. Limited Supply |
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Clayhouse Sauvignon Blanc 2008
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Winner of the 2008 Pacific Coast Oyster Wine Competition! Peach, nectarine, citrus and melon flavors are ripe and fleshy, with spicy notes with a long and lingering finish. |
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Curtis Viognier 2007
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Fresh aromas of lilac, citrus, and toasted coconut. The palate is bright and focused, with flavors of peach, lime, pineapple, and mineral. A hint of creaminess lingers on an otherwise crisp, quenching finish. |
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D'Anbino Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
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This sustainable vineyards is located in the heart of Paso Robles. Its climate allows the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to fully ripen over a long growing season, developing rich, full flavors and ripe tannins. |
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D'Anbino Syrah 2007
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Sustainable vineyards located in the heart of Paso Robles. Its climate allows the Syrah grapes to fully ripen over a long growing season, developing rich, full flavors and ripe tannins. |
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Eagle Castle Syrah Rose 2008
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bouquet of strawberries, and spice burst forth from the glass of this multi-award winning rosé. The introduction is bright and fruity, with a fruit filled midpalate rich in strawberries. The finish is light with a residual berry flavor and nuance of chili spice.
BEST OF SHOW, Rosé - 2009 San Diego Wine Competition · Double Gold - 2009 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition · Gold - 2009 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition · Silver - 2009 Pacific Rim International Wine Competition · Silver - 2009 Orange County Fair Wine Competition
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Eberle Zinfandel 2006
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Displays classic aromatics reminiscent of sweet briar fruit, flavors of ripe blackberry, and raspberry accented by hints of earth, pepper, and sweet oak. A well-balanced combination of elegance and richness makes it a perfect wine to pair with a variety of foods. |
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Four Vines Chardonnay 2008
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"Naked" Chardonnay with No Oak with apple, white peach, and pear! Pair with oysters! |
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Frolicking Frog Sauvignon Blanc 2007
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A simply fragrant bouquet of wild mint and apricot fruit. A light texture laced with honey and soft traces of lavender.
Not available today. |
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Martin & Weyrich Moscato Allegro 2007
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This zesty wine, made in the fun tradition of Moscato di Asti from the Biedmonte Region, is bright and delicious. Partially fermented to retain a tantalizing drinkability, it is intended as an apertif of after dinner quaffer. |
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Meridian Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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Soft and rich, with flavors of black cherries, spice and a hint of vanilla. |
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Morro Bay Split Oak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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This wine has a very developed, vibrant ruby-red color in the glass. The aroma is complex and expressive with layers of toffee, black cherry fruit and smoke. A silky mouthfeel with a broad palate of tannins is the heart of this wine and the best virtue of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. |
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Morro Bay Split Oak Vineyard Chardonnay 2008
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Aromas of exotic spice, vanilla and citrus fruits. On the palate, this chardonnay is rich, creamy with a sweet mouth-filling texture, supple and a soft balance. |
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Oceana Riesling 2007
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This wine is jam packed with gorgeous stone fruit and spice! It is RICH yet ELEGANT & seductively aromatic!! Pair with a Spicy Ahi, Oysters, Sushi, Prawns, Crab, or Lobster! |
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Opolo Zinfandel 2007
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Named for the creek that runs through our west-side vineyard in the Sant Lucia Mountains, this Zinfandel offers intense fruit, including ripe black cherry, raspberry and a touch of spice. In the mouth, this well-balanced wine offers a delightful aftertaste that keeps on giving. |
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Per Bacco Pinot Grigio 2007
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Notes of citrus and melon abound. Pair with our oysters on the half shell! |
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Poppy Pinot Noir 2007
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A nice, light, fruit forward strawberry laced pinot with a gorgeous nose of lavender and other florals. |
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Robert Hall Merlot 2007
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Barrel aged in underground caverns for 14 months, the result is a rush of ripe black cherry and cedar aromas followed by mouth filling cherry flavor. |
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Santa Barbara Crossing Chardonnay 2007
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Attractive, forward, intense, ripe varietal aroma with hints of peach, tropical fruit and floral notes; clean and crisp, rich, intense, complex, spicy, citrus and green apple flavors with a pleasant lingering finish. Excellent when paired with mild and full-flavored seafood including shellfish.
Not available today. |
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Saucelito Canyon Zinfandel Backroads 2008
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The Zinfandel Backroads is the result of the forays over the Santa Lucia mountain range and into remote local vineyards that are close in spirit to the estates vineyard. Approachable in both flavor and price, the Zinfandel Backroads is a perfect complement to the daily dinner table. |
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Silver Stone Chardonnay 2005
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This Chardonnay is sourced from the Santa Maria Valley, from select blocks of specific Dijon clones that inherently retain ripe pear and lush apple flavor character, as well as dynamic aromatic perfume. |
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Silver Stone Sauvignon Blanc 2006
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Vibrant fruit character with crisp acidity, essential elements in styling a classic version of this exotically aromatic white wine. |
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Tobin James Chardonnay 2008
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Rich and creamy with great citrus flavors, the perfect Chardonnay. |
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Tobin James Merlot 2006
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Perfect Merlot of Black currant fruit with cocoa and coffee notes.
Not available today. |
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Tolosa Chardonnay 2006
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Barrel aged chardonnay which is viscous in the mouth, rich with crème brulée and lemon curd. |
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Tolosa Pinot Noir 2006
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Delicious Pinot Noir that just received 93 points in Cheers Magazine! A dark ruby red without being inky or overly dense. A jammy red berry tone announces the aroma and is then backed up by many layers of complex undertones: cinnamon, tea leaf, bergamot, and fennel, with elements of vanilla and cola as well. |
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Tolosa Syrah 2006
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Transparent ruby red wine has an almost overwhelming aromatic nature. It's characteristic perfume of black pepper is present in abundance, as well as blueberry, cedar, tobacco, and East Indian spices. |
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Yalumba Sauvignon Blanc 2009
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A fresh and zesty wine with classic varietal characters of passion fruit, citrus, and tropical fruit. Long succulent textures are complemented by lingering fruit flavours and a refreshing natural acidity. |
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Giovanni's Custom Corkscrew
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Considered the BEST corkscrew on the market! With quality craftmanship and ease of use; you'll throw all your other corkscrews away. Hinged double lever reduces effort when pulling even the longest corks. Each corkscrew comes standard with Teflon spiral and micro serrated blade. Available in blue, red, and black. |
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