Winery - Clif Family
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Firm, a bit astringent and dry, with ripe flavors of blackberries, currants, black cherries and cedar. A solid Cabernet with some raw edges that might age out in a few years.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a very good wine. Made from Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Syrah, from around the state, it’s absolutely dry, rich in tannic structure, and complex, with cherry, berry, tobacco, cedar and spice flavors. An excellent and versatile food wine, at a great price.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A very pretty Sauvignon Blanc marked by slightly sweet, citrus jam, lemongrass and vanilla flavors, but saved by vital acidity. The sweetness suggests pairing with Chinese or Vietnamese food.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Slightly sweet and crisp, this blend of five varieties, mainly Sauvignon Blanc, has juicy flavors of apricots, grapefruits, oranges and spices. Nice with fruit, sushi, chicken enchiladas.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A Bordeaux blend based on Merlot, this soft, juicy wine is likeable for drinking now. It has luscious black cherry, cassis and cherry liqueur flavors, with a milk chocolate finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Likeable for its dryness and clean acidity, and elaborate buildup of orange, pineapple, pear, honey and vanilla flavors. There is a green, unripe ammonia streak mixed in.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Intricate flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and honey-nut granola mark this deliciously dry wine, spiced with exotic cinnamon, star anise and pepper. It’s very good, although it could have a firmer structure. Ready now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Delicious but hot, with a chile pepper edge to the very ripe blackberry, blueberry, chocolate and pepper flavors. Made from the Page Nord Vineyard, in the Oak Knoll District.
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Clif Family Syrah - 2006
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit harsh in the mouth and soft, which emphasizes the extracted fruit and makes the wine taste syrupy in blackberries and licorice.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Firm tannins mark this dry Zinfandel, suggesting pairing with very rich fare to punch through the astringency. The flavors are strong and ripe, suggesting dark chocolate, blackberry jam, cassis and sweet, smoky sandalwood. It’s an elaborate, spicy wine for drinking now.
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