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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Sweet and full-bodied--a little chunky to be honest--but with its seductive aromas of orange marmalade and superripe apples it makes the grade. Flavors are slightly roasted, leaning toward caramel and sweet corn, but it hangs together pretty well on the finish, ending without cloying sweetness.

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Keller Riesling - 2003

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Rich and dramatic, if a little overworked. It’s superripe in pineapple and orange jam fruit, with a strong application of sweet oak that layers vanilla and buttered toast. Brings Chardonnay to its ultimate deliciousness, but would benefit from greater nuance. Drink now.

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Keller Chardonnay - 2008

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

This is an impressive young Pinot Noir that’s not particularly nuanced now, but could develop bottle complexity over the next 4–6 years. It’s dry, silky and tart, and marked by hugely ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola, orange zest and smoky oak. The fact that it grows better in the glass is a positive indicator of ageability.

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Keller Pinot Noir - 2007

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

A really lovely Pinot Gris, filled with pineapple, tangerine, apple, wildflower and mineral flavors brightened with crisp acidity, and with a dry finish. The grapes come from the cool, foggy Petaluma Gap region.

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Keller Pinot Gris - 2008

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

An elegant Pinot with a silky texture framing delicious flavors of ripe raspberries and cherries, elaborated with sweet spices and smoky sandalwood. A lovely wine to drink now.

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Keller Pinot Noir - 2008

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

A very rich, opulent Pinot Noir. It’s almost as sweet as a dessert, like a cherry and chocolate tart, but it’s actually quite dry. Crisp acidity gives it a balancing snap. Now–2014.

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Keller Pinot Noir - 2008

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Part of a growing trend among German wines, the front label omits the vineyard name, but this is from the Westhofener Kirchspiel. Starts off a bit sulfury, but the fruit flavors come through on the palate, delivering lime and apple flavors. Light in body, with a hint of spritz to help keep it fresh on the finish. Imported by Chapin Cellars.

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Keller Riesling - 2003

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Fancy, with racy acidity and rich oak framing ripe natural flavors of pineapple brûlée, pear concentrate and Meyer lemon essence. Rich, but balanced and elegant.

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Keller Chardonnay - 2007

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

Lots of zesty acidity and minerals in this Chardonnay, but also lots of richness. Brims with ripe pineapples, peaches, papayas and green apples, with extra levels of buttered toast and honey. A crowd-pleasing wine to drink now.

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Keller Chardonnay - 2008

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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012

This barrel selection, Keller’s best, is an elaborate and complex Pinot Noir. It shows classic coastal acidity, with deep, delicious flavors of raspberries, cherries, mocha, licorice, spices and sweet sandalwood. The tannins are rich enough to let it age over the next six years.

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Keller Pinot Noir - 2008

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