2008 Chardonnay, La Cruz Vineyard, Sonoma Coast

Twinkling gold in the glass. Rich aromas of spiced oak, apple, lees, cinnamon spice and buttered toast. Thick round mouthfeel with a racy finish. This dry Chard was barrel fermented by its own native yeast. Though the label says 147 cases, we really made only 72. Retail $38, Wine Club $30.40, Reorder by December 5th $28.50.

2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Larrick Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley

Crisp green apple, bright lime and star fruit; round melon and soft citrus fill your mouth. Have a refreshing glass on any summer day, pair with chilled cucumber soup or a plate of raw oysters. Just 300 cases produced. $22

2007 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

Toasty brioche, white clove and fragrant Asian pear. Lovely flavors of quenching melon, imagine fresh apple crisp oh so slightly spiced, and firm acidity to cleanse the pallet. Drink now or by 2011. 400 cases produced. $28 

2007 Pinot Noir Lot 4, Russian River Valley

Deep ruby color conjures thoughts of velvet, the mouthfeel delivers. Smooth entry, good mid-pallet texture and warm long finish. Aromas of wood spice, cherry, earth, cola and bright wild berry. Showing grace and balance already. 450 cases produced. Retail $44, Wine Club 35.20, Reorder by December 5th $33.

2007 Perpetual Moshin, Dry Creek Valley

This big Bordeaux Blend reminds us so much of the 2005 vintage. Co-fermented Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot and Petite Verdot bring you savory fruit chutney, Turkish coffee and exotic spices. Fragrant oak, vanilla and earth tones open up into juicy, ripe red fruit. Clean bright finish, you’ll want more! Only 72 cases (really) produced. Retail $75, Wine Club $60, Reorder by December 5th $56.25.

Moshin Poshin No. 7, Late harvest white (Malvasia Bianca 80% & Sauv Blanc 20%)

Aromas of nectarine, mango and lechee. The sweetness of honey and the flavors of a summer peach. Drizzle over fruit & cake, enjoy with cheese after dinner or just sip when the mood strikes. 270 cases of 375mL bottles produced. $32

2007 Pinot Noir, Moshin Estate, Russian River Valley

Beautiful deep garnet. Lots of layered red fruit, spiced brown sugar. Brooding fruit, weighty flavors like a fleshy plum. Juicy, meaty, bright floral notes- is this really Pinot?! Every sip shows a different side of the beautiful face that is Pinot Noir. The lingering finish teases the pallet with bright acidity and surprising spice. 142 cases produced. Retail $65, Wine Club $52, Reorder by December 5th $48.75.

2007 Pinot Noir, Molinari Vyd., Russian River Valley, Sonoma County

This wine comes from five acres of Pinot Noir that are farmed by Rick Moshin. French Dijon clones (667 and 115) were selected and are sustainably farmed - giving these grapes the extra attention that only a winemaker can. Bright aromas of cherry, red candied apple and spices, - followed by flavors of red fruits, pomegranate and cranberry. Firm tannins and good acidity make this wine a fine choice for the cellar as well. $26

2007 Pinot Noir, Halo's Hill, Russian River Valley

Cinnamon spice, dried cherry and the sweet earthiness of roasted pumpkin. Ginger brightness, tea leaf and exotic red fruit. Great acidity with a persistent finish. 2005 Emoshin lovers, this is for you! Drinking well now and through 2016. Only 200 cases produced. $44

2007 Pinot Noir, Ridgeway Vineyard, Russian River Valley

Bright red fruit up front: strawberry, cherry and rhubarb. Earth and cola join with black cherry and just a trace of anise. Decant and drink now or cellar until 2017. Tiny Wine Club production of only 96 cases. $44

2007 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast

Extracted cherry and smoke on the nose, a “sweet” aroma comes across- somewhere between Fuji apples and maple syrup. The flavors are all pinot; red fruit, earth and spice. 600 cases produced. $40

2007 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

Toasty caramel, cola, and lush fruit fragrance. Big fruity mouthfeel with a touch of spice followed by a clean satisfying finish; a truly comfortable pinot. Drinking well now and through 2012. 875 cases produced. $36

2006 Family Reserve Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

Bright floral, light vanilla, warm earth, cinnamon spice and dark cherry flavors. The generous finish reminds us of cola and flowers. Drink in the near future or by 2014. Only 200 cases produced. $58

2006 Merlot, Molinari Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley

Bright cherry and red fruit with a hint of almond on the nose. Dry, dark chocolate tannins create a full mouth feel and long finish. Drink now through 2015. $25

2007 Zinfandel, Carreras Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley

Raspberry brambles, black currant, layers and layers of berry and spice with just enough dustiness to remember the hot summer. Balanced tannins, silky mouthfeel; great jammy extraction without being syrupy. Big Zin, true to Dry Creek Valley. 188 cases produced. Retail $35, Wine Club $28, Reorder by December 5th $26.25.

2006 Zinfandel, Carreras Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley

Black currant, jammy red fruit, allspice and licorice on the nose. Sassparilla
anyone? The big berry/plum mouth feel fulfilling tannins and silky finish.
Drink now or by 2011. Only 150 cases produced. $35

2006 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley

Jammy fruit, blackberry spice, caramelized fruit pie filling. Notes of leather, licorice and a bit of woodiness. Great tannin structure, plush mouthfeel, long pleasing finish. Take some extra time with this one in your glass to get to all the fruit character. Drinking well now though 2012. 475 cases produced. $30

2006 Perpetual Moshin (Cab Sauv 76%, Merlot 19%, Petite Verdot 4%, Cab Franc 1%)

The nose is luscious, with dark berry, plum and spice first off. Think dark chocolate mocha, vanilla and dried cherry, fine coffee–like tannins. The after glow is amazing. Drinking so well now and will cellar well for years to come. Exclusive production of 98 cases. $75

2005 Perpetual Moshin (Cab Sauv 76%, Merlot 19%, Petite Verdot 4%, Cab Franc 1%)

Toasty oak and ripe red cherries up front, slight peppery and dusty nose. The mouth feel is huge and well supported by tannin and berries throughout. A delicate herbal quality mingles with minerals just before the big finish. Decant this if drinking soon or age happily until 2015. Exclusively small production of 98 cases. $75