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NV ÆROS® Napa Valley Meritage “Founder’s Tribute” http://goosecross.com/2011/09/nv-aeros-napa-valley-meritage-founders-tribute/ http://goosecross.com/2011/09/nv-aeros-napa-valley-meritage-founders-tribute/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 22:04:22 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=9690 NV ÆROS® Napa Valley Meritage “Founder’s Tribute” is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> This vintage proudly marks our 4th ÆROS® Meritage release in our 26-year history – a remarkably opulent, complex blend from two vintage years. Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch, carefully selected the finest lots of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc exclusively from our Yountville Estate to create a wine of extraordinary character, intensity and majestic proportion.

We took the best components of vintages 2007 and 2008 and combined them into a single whole that proved to be better than the sum of its parts; resulting in this one-of-a-kind, extremely limited production wine. The best Bordeaux clones, three of Cabernet Sauvignon and two each of Cabernet Franc and Merlot were married with Petit Verdot through repeated tasting trials over a period of months, maximizing complexity and bringing these classic varietals into perfect balance.

This ÆROS® is our ultimate Meritage in tribute to Reynolds Gorsuch (1925-2009). As Founder of Goosecross Cellars, Rey served as a mentor to Geoff and David and was often sought out for his advice and visionary thinking. He created the preliminary concept for the ÆROS winged label and was a guiding force in Goosecross’ wine education programs. He delighted people with his viticulture tours, his stories of the native Wappo Indian history, obsidian artifacts from the Estate vineyard, and his dedication to growing and producing the best quality wines possible in Napa Valley.

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Our resident chef, Colleen Topper, has selected a very special recipe to pair with this elegant wine. Try Beef Tenderloin with Coriander, Mustard & Garlic Crust from her large recipe collection.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/09/nv-aeros-napa-valley-meritage-founders-tribute/feed/ 0 Estate Vineyard,Meritage,Napa Valley This vintage proudly marks our 4th AEROS Meritage release in our 26-year history - a remarkably opulent, complex blend from two vintage years. (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/aeros_red.png)This vintage proudly marks our 4th ÆROS® Meritage release in our 26-year history - a remarkably opulent, complex blend from two vintage years. Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch, carefully selected the finest lots of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc exclusively from our Yountville Estate to create a wine of extraordinary character, intensity and majestic proportion. We took the best components of vintages 2007 and 2008 and combined them into a single whole that proved to be better than the sum of its parts; resulting in this one-of-a-kind, extremely limited production wine. The best Bordeaux clones, three of Cabernet Sauvignon and two each of Cabernet Franc and Merlot were married with Petit Verdot through repeated tasting trials over a period of months, maximizing complexity and bringing these classic varietals into perfect balance. This ÆROS® is our ultimate Meritage in tribute to Reynolds Gorsuch (1925-2009). As Founder of Goosecross Cellars, Rey served as a mentor to Geoff and David and was often sought out for his advice and visionary thinking. He created the preliminary concept for the ÆROS winged label and was a guiding force in Goosecross’ wine education programs. He delighted people with his viticulture tours, his stories of the native Wappo Indian history, obsidian artifacts from the Estate vineyard, and his dedication to growing and producing the best quality wines possible in Napa Valley. Food Suggestions Our resident chef, Colleen Topper, has selected a very special recipe to pair with this elegant wine. Try Beef Tenderloin with Coriander, Mustard & Garlic Crust from her large recipe collection. LISTEN MP3 Goosecross Cellars no 4:02 2006 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon http://goosecross.com/2011/07/2006-howell-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon/ http://goosecross.com/2011/07/2006-howell-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon/#comments Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:00:10 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=8403 2006 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Howell Mt. Cabernet Sauvignon bottle Some of the greatest and most cellar-worthy wines in the world are grown in very poor soils, and our Howell Mountain Cabernet is a classic example. Struggling in the shallow, compressed volcanic ash on our rugged slope, the vines send their roots deep into the earth in search of water and nutrients.

Flavor profile: Full-bodied and rich with black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, vanilla, anise, earth and spice.
2006 Vintage: Low crop yields and a long ripening season produced small berries with great flavor intensity, deep color and firm tannins.

Drink now and through: 2015

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The big, rich flavors of this Cabernet partner well with a good steak and slow- cooked dishes like osso-buco, short ribs and other hearty fare. From Colleen’s recipe collection we recommend Grilled Rib-Eye Steak with Baked Garlic Butter.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/07/2006-howell-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon/feed/ 0 Cabernet Sauvignon,Howell Mountain,Napa Valley Some of the greatest and most cellar-worthy wines in the world are grown in very poor soils, and our Howell Mountain Cabernet is a classic example. Struggling in the shallow, compressed volcanic ash on our rugged slope, (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/howell_cab-107x300.png)Some of the greatest and most cellar-worthy wines in the world are grown in very poor soils, and our Howell Mountain Cabernet is a classic example. Struggling in the shallow, compressed volcanic ash on our rugged slope, the vines send their roots deep into the earth in search of water and nutrients. Flavor profile: Full-bodied and rich with black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, vanilla, anise, earth and spice. 2006 Vintage: Low crop yields and a long ripening season produced small berries with great flavor intensity, deep color and firm tannins. Drink now and through: 2015 Food Suggestions The big, rich flavors of this Cabernet partner well with a good steak and slow- cooked dishes like osso-buco, short ribs and other hearty fare. From Colleen’s recipe collection (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) we recommend Grilled Rib-Eye Steak with Baked Garlic Butter. Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/podcasts/audionotes/06hmcab.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/06hmcab.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 3:55 2008 Napa Valley Merlot http://goosecross.com/2011/06/2008-napa-valley-merlot/ http://goosecross.com/2011/06/2008-napa-valley-merlot/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 19:00:22 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=8628 2008 Napa Valley Merlot is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Napa Valley Merlot bottleOur Estate vineyard, with its well-drained, rocky soil, abundance of sunshine, and breezy afternoons, is the perfect place to grow Merlot grapes. Merlot produces a soft, fruity, and fairly rich wine, making it instantly popular and one of the most commonly planted wine grapes.

Winemaker Notes
Overall, the season was a cool one, allowing for plenty of hangtime, punctuated by a few blasts of heat to bring up the sugars. Rain was about two thirds of a normal year, but the vines reacted as if there was a drought, producing unusually small grapes. The small berry size explains the tremendous intensity of color and flavor in red wines from this vintage year.

Flavor profile: Ripe black cherry, raspberry, cocoa, mocha, cinnamon, all spice, toasty oak.
2008 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season yielding low quantities of high quality fruit.

Drink now and through: 2014

Food Suggestions
Enjoy our Merlot with everything from roast duck and other game birds to prime rib. It pairs well with nuts and medium-hard to hard cheeses like Comté or Aged Gouda. From Colleen’s recipe collectionwe recommend Spring Lamb with Honey-Thyme Root Vegetables.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/06/2008-napa-valley-merlot/feed/ 0 Merlot,Napa Valley Our Estate vineyard, with its well-drained, rocky soil, abundance of sunshine, and breezy afternoons, is the perfect place to grow Merlot grapes. Merlot produces a soft, fruity, and fairly rich wine, making it instantly popular and one of the most comm... (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/bottle_shot_new_merlot2-112x300.png)Our Estate vineyard, with its well-drained, rocky soil, abundance of sunshine, and breezy afternoons, is the perfect place to grow Merlot grapes. Merlot produces a soft, fruity, and fairly rich wine, making it instantly popular and one of the most commonly planted wine grapes. Winemaker Notes Overall, the season was a cool one, allowing for plenty of hangtime, punctuated by a few blasts of heat to bring up the sugars. Rain was about two thirds of a normal year, but the vines reacted as if there was a drought, producing unusually small grapes. The small berry size explains the tremendous intensity of color and flavor in red wines from this vintage year. Flavor profile: Ripe black cherry, raspberry, cocoa, mocha, cinnamon, all spice, toasty oak. 2008 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season yielding low quantities of high quality fruit. Drink now and through: 2014 Food Suggestions Enjoy our Merlot with everything from roast duck and other game birds to prime rib. It pairs well with nuts and medium-hard to hard cheeses like Comté or Aged Gouda. From Colleen’s recipe collection (http://goosecross.com/recipes/)we recommend Spring Lamb with Honey-Thyme Root Vegetables (http://goosecross.com/recipes/recipes.php?id=91#h). Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/podcasts/audionotes/08merlot.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/08merlot.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:28 2010 Napa Valley Pinot Gris http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-pinot-gris/ http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-pinot-gris/#comments Mon, 16 May 2011 19:00:06 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=8406 2010 Napa Valley Pinot Gris is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Pinot Gris bottleThese grapes are grown on the sustainably farmed Nord Family property located in the cooler climate of Southern Napa. Pinot Gris is typically admired for its weight and relatively low acidity. Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch employed a cold fermentation process, which also assisted in producing a dry wine with nice acidic balance.

Flavor profile: Stone fruit, crisp pear, red apple, grapefruit and pineapple with a clean, crisp finish.
2010 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season requiring great patience, but yielding low quantities of outstanding fruit quality.

Drink now and through: 2013

Food Suggestions
This is a versatile wine, so enjoy it with everything from seafood, fish, and pasta with white wine sauce. From Colleen’s recipe collection we recommend Spaghetti and White Clam Sauce.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-pinot-gris/feed/ 1 2010,Goosecross,Napa Valley,pinot gris,Wine These grapes are grown on the sustainably farmed Nord Family property located in the cooler climate of Southern Napa. Pinot Gris is typically admired for its weight and relatively low acidity. Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch employed a cold fermentation proce... (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/pinot_gris.png)These grapes are grown on the sustainably farmed Nord Family property located in the cooler climate of Southern Napa. Pinot Gris is typically admired for its weight and relatively low acidity. Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch employed a cold fermentation process, which also assisted in producing a dry wine with nice acidic balance. Flavor profile: Stone fruit, crisp pear, red apple, grapefruit and pineapple with a clean, crisp finish. 2010 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season requiring great patience, but yielding low quantities of outstanding fruit quality. Drink now and through: 2013 Food Suggestions This is a versatile wine, so enjoy it with everything from seafood, fish, and pasta with white wine sauce. From Colleen’s recipe collection (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) we recommend Spaghetti and White Clam Sauce. Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/10pinotgris.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/10pinotgris.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 3:40 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2008-napa-valley-cabernet-franc/ http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2008-napa-valley-cabernet-franc/#comments Fri, 13 May 2011 19:00:48 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=8401 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Cabernet Franc bottleThis double-clone blend of 100% Cabernet Franc is grown on our Yountville Estate. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that he utilizes vertical trellising, “which helps create optimum sunlight for even-ripening and the Estate fruit brings ripe, rich flavors to the blend giving it character & elegance.”

Flavor profile: Ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackcurrant with black licorice, white pepper, and mint.
2008 Vintage: A dynamic growing season with surprisingly low yields of flavorful berries showing great intensity of color and flavor

Drink now and through: 2014

Food Suggestions
This is a versatile wine, so enjoy it with everything from grilled swordfish, to poultry and veal to grilled Portobellos or a good steak. Colleen’s Kitchen has a few recipes matched with Cabernet Franc including her new Grilled Lamb Chops with Mustard-Herb Rub.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2008-napa-valley-cabernet-franc/feed/ 0 2008,Cabernet Franc,Goosecross,Napa Valley,Wine This double-clone blend of 100% Cabernet Franc is grown on our Yountville Estate. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that he utilizes vertical trellising, “which helps create optimum sunlight for even-ripening and the Estate fruit brings ripe, (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/franc-112x300.png)This double-clone blend of 100% Cabernet Franc is grown on our Yountville Estate. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that he utilizes vertical trellising, “which helps create optimum sunlight for even-ripening and the Estate fruit brings ripe, rich flavors to the blend giving it character & elegance.” Flavor profile: Ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackcurrant with black licorice, white pepper, and mint. 2008 Vintage: A dynamic growing season with surprisingly low yields of flavorful berries showing great intensity of color and flavor Drink now and through: 2014 Food Suggestions This is a versatile wine, so enjoy it with everything from grilled swordfish, to poultry and veal to grilled Portobellos or a good steak. Colleen's Kitchen (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) has a few recipes matched with Cabernet Franc including her new Grilled Lamb Chops with Mustard-Herb Rub. Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/08cabfranc.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/08cabfranc.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 3:38 2010 Napa Valley Chenin Blanc http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-chenin-blanc/ http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-chenin-blanc/#comments Tue, 10 May 2011 19:00:33 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=8410 2010 Napa Valley Chenin Blanc is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Napa Valley Chenin BlancThe Chenin Blanc grape is extremely versatile and can be used in making everything from a soft, fruity wine, to dessert, or even sparkling wine. The honeyed fruit and floral character inspired our Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch, to add it to our portfolio as the perfect picnic wine.

Flavor profile: Fresh, fruity, floral and slightly sweet with honeyed pear, grapefruit, ginger spice and lively green apple.
2010 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season requiring great patience, but yielding low quantities of outstanding fruit quality.

Drink now and through: 2013

Food Suggestions
Enjoy our Chenin Blanc with sweet proteins like shellfish, duck or pork. From Colleen’s recipe collection we recommend Asian-Inspired Tilapia with Spinach.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/05/2010-napa-valley-chenin-blanc/feed/ 0 Chenin Blanc,Napa Valley The Chenin Blanc grape is extremely versatile and can be used in making everything from a soft, fruity wine, to dessert, or even sparkling wine. The honeyed fruit and floral character inspired our Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch, (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/chenin-blanc-350.png)The Chenin Blanc grape is extremely versatile and can be used in making everything from a soft, fruity wine, to dessert, or even sparkling wine. The honeyed fruit and floral character inspired our Winemaker, Geoff Gorsuch, to add it to our portfolio as the perfect picnic wine. Flavor profile: Fresh, fruity, floral and slightly sweet with honeyed pear, grapefruit, ginger spice and lively green apple. 2010 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season requiring great patience, but yielding low quantities of outstanding fruit quality. Drink now and through: 2013 Food Suggestions Enjoy our Chenin Blanc with sweet proteins like shellfish, duck or pork. From Colleen’s recipe collection (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) we recommend Asian-Inspired Tilapia with Spinach. Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/10CB.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/10cheninblanc.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:19 2008 Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-estate-chardonnay-2008/ http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-estate-chardonnay-2008/#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:45:26 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=5600 2008 Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Estate Chardonnay bottleFlavor profile: Crisp and clean on the palate with green apple, ripe pear, fresh citrus, toasty oak and vanilla.
2008 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season yielding low quantities of high quality fruit
Drink now and through: 2013

Chardonnay and food: We’re always saying that a solid acidity makes the wine more food friendly and this wine makes is a great test case. If you look in Colleen’s Kitchen you’ll see that there are beaucoup recipes paired with our Chardonnay – everything from sautéed shellfish or salmon, to roast pork, to cream-based pasta dishes! One of Colleen’s favorites? The Chicken with Meyer Lemon, Fennel & Olives with Gremolata.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-estate-chardonnay-2008/feed/ 0 chardonnay,Napa Valley,White Flavor profile: Crisp and clean on the palate with green apple, ripe pear, fresh citrus, toasty oak and vanilla. 2008 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season yielding low quantities of high quality fruit Drink now and through: 2013 - (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/chardonnay14.png)Flavor profile: Crisp and clean on the palate with green apple, ripe pear, fresh citrus, toasty oak and vanilla. 2008 Vintage: A roller-coaster of a growing season yielding low quantities of high quality fruit Drink now and through: 2013 Chardonnay and food: We're always saying that a solid acidity makes the wine more food friendly and this wine makes is a great test case. If you look in Colleen's Kitchen (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) you'll see that there are beaucoup recipes paired with our Chardonnay - everything from sautéed shellfish or salmon, to roast pork, to cream-based pasta dishes! One of Colleen's favorites? The Chicken with Meyer Lemon, Fennel & Olives with Gremolata (http://goosecross.com/recipes/recipes.php?id=213#h). Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/08chard.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/08chardonnay.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:10 2009 Napa Valley Chenin Blanc http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-chenin-blanc-2009/ http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-chenin-blanc-2009/#comments Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:11:03 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=7189 2009 Napa Valley Chenin Blanc is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Napa Valley Chenin BlancThe old vines in the eastern hills of Napa Valley produced low yields of small grapes so packed with honeyed fruit and floral character that Geoff allowed the fermentation to go dry for this exceptional vintage.

Flavor profile: Fresh and fruity with juicy pear, honeyed melon, green apple and honeysuckle with a lively citrus finish. Drink now and through: 2012

2009 Vintage: Textbook conditions until a mid-October storm. The most common themes: Good flavor maturity at low sugars.

Food Suggestions
The fresh, lively flavors are perfect with lighter fare – sea food, salads, poultry or pork. It’s a refreshing contrast to the heat of spicy Thai and Indian cuisine. For delicious pairings, such as Pork Medallions with Grapefruit-Ginger Chutney, go to Colleen’s recipe database at goosecross.com

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/04/napa-valley-chenin-blanc-2009/feed/ 0 Chenin Blanc,Napa Valley,White The old vines in the eastern hills of Napa Valley produced low yields of small grapes so packed with honeyed fruit and floral character that Geoff allowed the fermentation to go dry for this exceptional vintage. (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/chenin-blanc-350.png)The old vines in the eastern hills of Napa Valley produced low yields of small grapes so packed with honeyed fruit and floral character that Geoff allowed the fermentation to go dry for this exceptional vintage. Flavor profile: Fresh and fruity with juicy pear, honeyed melon, green apple and honeysuckle with a lively citrus finish. Drink now and through: 2012 2009 Vintage: Textbook conditions until a mid-October storm. The most common themes: Good flavor maturity at low sugars. Food Suggestions The fresh, lively flavors are perfect with lighter fare – sea food, salads, poultry or pork. It's a refreshing contrast to the heat of spicy Thai and Indian cuisine. For delicious pairings, such as Pork Medallions with Grapefruit-Ginger Chutney (http://goosecross.com/recipes/recipes.php?id=97#h), go to Colleen's recipe database (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) at goosecross.com Buy this wine in our online store (http://store.goosecross.com/2009-napa-valley-chenin-blanc-750ml---goosecross-wines-p759.aspx) LISTEN MP3 Download Winemaker Notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/09chenin.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:23 2008 Napa Valley Syrah http://goosecross.com/2011/01/2008-napa-valley-syrah/ http://goosecross.com/2011/01/2008-napa-valley-syrah/#comments Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:00:32 +0000 Tim http://goosecross.com/?p=8621 2008 Napa Valley Syrah is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Napa Valley Syrah bottleThe cool, breezy Carneros location with a north-facing exposure guarantees that our hillside Syrah gets plenty of the all-important hang time it needs to develop full, ripe, rich flavors. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that “2008 was an extremely challenging vintage that left us with distressingly low yields, but the flavors are there in spades. This wine is bursting with cherries and spice!”

Flavor profile: Big, rich flavors of ripe cherry, strawberry, sweet plum and cocoa with anise and spice. Firm tannins.
2008 Vintage: A dynamic growing season with surprisingly low yields of flavorful berries showing great intensity of color and flavor

Drink now and through: 2014

Food Suggestions
Our Syrah is the perfect partner for simple, rustic fare like wild game, slow- cook dishes and grilled sausages. With its origins in the south of France, Syrah complements the flavors of the region particularly well. Colleen’s Kitchen has several recipes matched with Syrah including her new Rabbit Cacciatore.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2011/01/2008-napa-valley-syrah/feed/ 0 Napa Valley,Syrah The cool, breezy Carneros location with a north-facing exposure guarantees that our hillside Syrah gets plenty of the all-important hang time it needs to develop full, ripe, rich flavors. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that "2008 was an extremely cha... (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/syrah-112x300.png)The cool, breezy Carneros location with a north-facing exposure guarantees that our hillside Syrah gets plenty of the all-important hang time it needs to develop full, ripe, rich flavors. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch comments that "2008 was an extremely challenging vintage that left us with distressingly low yields, but the flavors are there in spades. This wine is bursting with cherries and spice!" Flavor profile: Big, rich flavors of ripe cherry, strawberry, sweet plum and cocoa with anise and spice. Firm tannins. 2008 Vintage: A dynamic growing season with surprisingly low yields of flavorful berries showing great intensity of color and flavor Drink now and through: 2014 Food Suggestions Our Syrah is the perfect partner for simple, rustic fare like wild game, slow- cook dishes and grilled sausages. With its origins in the south of France, Syrah complements the flavors of the region particularly well. Colleen's Kitchen (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) has several recipes matched with Syrah including her new Rabbit Cacciatore. Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/08syrah.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/08syrah.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:21 Oenotri Restaurant in Napa http://goosecross.com/2010/12/oenotri-restaurant-in-napa/ http://goosecross.com/2010/12/oenotri-restaurant-in-napa/#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2010 18:37:32 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/2010/05/oenotri-restaurant-in-napa/ Oenotri Restaurant in Napa is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> Fun Fact by Diane De Filipi, Let’s Go Cook Italian: Oenotri Restaurant in Napa

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2010/12/goats-leap-cheese-in-napa-valley/feed/ 0 artisinal cheese,Culinary Getaways,goat cheese,Napa Valley Sherry Page, Culinary Getaways: I had an amazing goat cheese this weekend that was made by one of my favorite local artisan producers... Fun Fact by Sherry Page, Culinary Getaways (http://www.culinarygetaways.com/): Goat's Leap Cheese of Napa Valley Did you enjoy this? Here are more Fun Facts (http://goosecross.com/go/fun-facts/) from Goosecross Cellars (http://goosecross.com/). LISTEN MP3 Subscribe (http://goosecross.com/contact/subscribe/) Goosecross Cellars no 1:18 NVWR® 112 – 2010 Harvest Recap http://goosecross.com/2010/11/nvwr-112-2010-harvest-recap/ http://goosecross.com/2010/11/nvwr-112-2010-harvest-recap/#comments Tue, 23 Nov 2010 08:00:14 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=7426 NVWR® 112 – 2010 Harvest Recap is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> 2010 is a year none of us will be able to forget for a very long time. Fortunately for us at Goosecross, this vintage year may very well produce some of the most flavorful wines in our 25 year history!

Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine while Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, tells you about this roller coaster of a vintage and what you can expect from it.

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2010/11/nvwr-112-2010-harvest-recap/feed/ 1 Harvest,Harvest Report,Napa Valley 2010 is a year none of us will be able to forget for a very long time. Fortunately for us at Goosecross, this vintage year may very well produce some of the most flavorful wines in our 25 year history! - Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine while Nancy ... 2010 is a year none of us will be able to forget for a very long time. Fortunately for us at Goosecross, this vintage year may very well produce some of the most flavorful wines in our 25 year history! Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine while Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, tells you about this roller coaster of a vintage and what you can expect from it. LISTEN TO MP3 (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/nvwr112.mp3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/collage112.png)For more wine education: * Visit goosecross.com where we have over 80 carefully researched educational articles (http://goosecross.com/education/wine-articles/) available for you * Enjoy our 2-minute audio Fun Facts (http://goosecross.com/go/fun-facts/) on the world of wine and food * Our video library (http://goosecross.com/go/videos/) offers a show and tell on wine production and enjoyment * See if you can ace our Wine Trivia Challenge (http://goosecross.com/education/wine-trivia-challenge/)! * Visit Colleen’s Kitchen (http://goosecross.com/recipes/) for delicious recipes, paired with wine Goosecross Cellars no 9:59 The Incredible Shrinking Vintage http://goosecross.com/2010/10/the-incredible-shrinking-vintage/ http://goosecross.com/2010/10/the-incredible-shrinking-vintage/#comments Fri, 15 Oct 2010 18:18:38 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/?p=7074 The Incredible Shrinking Vintage is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

]]> If we had create a theme for the 2010 growing season, I think the word “thinning” says it all. A certain amount of shoot, leaf and cluster thinning is part of being a grower, but this year takes the prize!

Here, you see ordinary springtime shoot thinning, which is done to assure we don’t have too many shoots, and therefore, clusters (too many shoots cause crowding; flavor intensity suffers with too much crop):

The first cluster thinning normally happens right after flowering. If there are more clusters than we anticipated or more than we believe the vine can ripen with good flavor intensity we thin out some of the immature grapes.

But, we had some very  bushy vines this year, thanks to heavy rainfall in May (not normal). It’s important to keep the “canopy” of leaves open so air flow is good and mildew is under control, so more thinning:

And, then came the “Summer of no Summer”. Cool, damp conditions added to the normal mildew pressure, so gotta keep the canopy open!

Cluster thinning at veraison (when the grapes change color) is quite common (we have our winemaker on video kind of thinking aloud as he thins):

The “summer of no summer” came to an abrupt end in mid September, when we had a severe, 3-day heat wave!  The vines weren’t acclimated to the heat and all that shoot and leaf thinning left the clusters rather exposed. Result: dehydration!

So, more cluster thinning:

And, again more heat a few weeks ago!  More thinning:

So, the 2010 vintage may not be plentiful, but we’ve saved all the good ones for you!

This is one of the most challenging harvests ever, according to a number of growers. After a very cool summer and long ripening season the outlook for quality, for those who have taken the trouble to thin, should be very high. We expect to wrap up the 2010 harvest tomorrow with estate Petit Verdot and the rest of the estate Cabernet. Cheers!

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]]> Here’s the perfect wine for tapas night! This lush, round Tempranillo is just right with some garlicky prawns or your favorite chorizo dish. Not so familiar with Tempranillo? It’s the most popular grape in Spain as the backbone to delicious red blends made all over the country.

What to expect? Rich, ripe cherry, strawberry, turned earth, tobacco and spice. Sounds good? Well, it’s the lush, velvety texture that’s going to get you – one glass begs for another – enjoy! Drink now and through 2014.

Tempranillo and food: No need to limit yourself to Spanish cuisine! The impeccable balance and velvety mouth-feel make our Tempranillo an easy-going partner for flavorful grilled meats, roast lamb or pasta with red sauce. Try a glass with Colleen’s recipe for Zesty Pepper Steak with Jalapeño Reduction Sauce. Salud!

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]]> Petit Verdot bottleThe well-drained, rocky soil and warm, sunny afternoons here on our 9.5-acre Estate make it the ideal place for the tough-skinned, slow ripening Petit Verdot. With just three rows, total, this wine is exclusive to our Wine Club.

Flavor profile: Dark, dense and luscious: Black plum, boysenberry, tobacco, sweet anise, vanilla and toasty oak with velvety tannins.
2007 Vintage: Classic vintage, widely recognized as the finest since 1997, yielding small, flavorful berries and outstanding balance.

Drink now and through: 2015

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]]> http://goosecross.com/2010/08/2007-napa-valley-estate-petit-verdot/feed/ 0 Napa Valley,Petit Verdot The well-drained, rocky soil and warm, sunny afternoons here on our 9.5-acre Estate make it the ideal place for the tough-skinned, slow ripening Petit Verdot. With just three rows, total, this wine is exclusive to our Wine Club. - Flavor profile: Dark, (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/petit-112x300.png)The well-drained, rocky soil and warm, sunny afternoons here on our 9.5-acre Estate make it the ideal place for the tough-skinned, slow ripening Petit Verdot. With just three rows, total, this wine is exclusive to our Wine Club. Flavor profile: Dark, dense and luscious: Black plum, boysenberry, tobacco, sweet anise, vanilla and toasty oak with velvety tannins. 2007 Vintage: Classic vintage, widely recognized as the finest since 1997, yielding small, flavorful berries and outstanding balance. Drink now and through: 2015 Food Suggestions The deep, dark flavors are a natural with slow-cooked dishes like short ribs or your favorite pot roast. The richness of prime rib or rack of lamb work well with the lush black fruit. Try a glass with Colleen's recipe for Bacon-Cured Fillet Mignon with Shallot Sauce (http://goosecross.com/recipes/recipes.php?id=212#h). Buy this wine in our store LISTEN (MP3) (http://goosecross.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/07pv.mp3) Download Winemaker notes (http://goosecross.com/pdf/07petitverdot.pdf) Goosecross Cellars no 4:39 Charentais Melons at the Napa Valley Farmer’s Markets http://goosecross.com/2010/08/charentais-melons-at-the-farmers-market/ http://goosecross.com/2010/08/charentais-melons-at-the-farmers-market/#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2010 22:16:21 +0000 David http://goosecross.com/2010/08/charentais-melons-at-the-farmers-market/ Charentais Melons at the Napa Valley Farmer’s Markets is a post from Goosecross Cellars. Copyright © 2011 Goosecross Cellars, All Rights Reserved.

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