Winery
of the Week:
Hahn - Monterey County, Ca
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Along
California's
central coast lies the renowned Monterey County appellation
and within that, the Santa Lucia Highlands, home to the Hahn
Family's vineyard estate. Nicolaus ("Nicky") Hahn
and his wife Gaby discovered a love for California wines in
the mid-1970's. A two-year search led them to the breathtaking
beauty and ideal growing conditions of Monterey County where
they subsequently purchased two ranches on which to plant vineyards
and start a winery. Today, Hahn Family Wines offers a range
of wines showcasing the unique character of Monterey County.
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Hahn
2013 Pinot Gris
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Gris
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2013
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
Fragrances of apple, citrus and tropical fruit rise up
from a glass. The palate offers flavors of green apple,
lime, and pineapple that mingle with notes of minerals.
Crisp and clean with ample fruit, pair a bottle with your
favorite white fish.
Rating: 90 |
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Hahn
2012 "SLH" Chardonay
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 20-25
Review:
A bouquet of apple, pear, and buttery oak greets the senses.
A sip delivers flavors of pear, peach, and apple accented
by hints of buttery oak and vanilla. Lush and rich with
a welcoming acidity, enjoy a bottle with lobster bisque.
Rating: 89 |
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Hahn
2012 "SLH" Pinot Noir
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 30-35
Review:
Aromatics of cherries, strawberries, and plums meld with
nuances of cola and sweet spice on the nose. Cherry, strawberry,
and plum flavors emerge on the palate along with traces
of vanilla and cinnamon. Supple fruit and elegant tannins
make this a very approachable wine.
Rating: 90 |
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Lucienne
2012 "Lone Oak Vineyard" Pinot Noir
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 45-50
Review:
Aromas of strawberries and black cherries interweave with
traces of sweet spice and earth on the nose. Flavors of
strawberry, sweet cranberry, and cherry unfold into suggestions
of baking spice, minerals, and clove on the palate. Smooth
fruit and a bright acidity make this a bottle Pinot lovers
will enjoy. Just under 600 cases produced.
Rating: 89 |
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Lucienne
2012 "Smith Vineyards" Pinot Noir
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 45-50
Review:
The nose offers aromas of black cherries, blackberries,
and plums that coalesce with hints of all-spice and earth.
On the palate, flavors of bramble fruit and cherry come
together with traces of minerals and sweet spice. Laid
back tannins and bright flavors make it a fine choice
to pair with mushroom risotto. 1,149 cases were made.
Rating: 90 |
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Lucienne
2012 "Doctor's Vineyard" Pinot Noir
Winery:
Hahn
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey County, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 45-50
Review:
Notes of cherry, blackberry, and red currants come together
with hints of vanilla and earth on the nose. A sip reveals
flavors of black cherry, red currants, and blackberry
that unfold into suggestions of all-spice, minerals, and
vanilla. A lush, dark Pinot with soft tannins, enjoy a
bottle with pork tenderloin.
Rating: 90 |
By
Jason Barlow
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Spectacular |
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89
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85
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