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Winery SF 2010 Merlot
Winery:
Grape(s): 100% Merlot
Region: North Coast
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 20-25

Review:
Aromatics of bramble fruits and plums mingle with suggestions of smokey herbs and roast coffee on the nose. A sip delivers flavors of blackberry, plum, and black cherry with accents of anise, vanilla, and herbs. A rich, complex red with plush tannins, it's a Merlot even Cab drinkers can love. Only 250 cases produced.
Rating: 90

Winery SF 2009 Cabernet Sauvingon
Winery:
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet
Region: North Coast
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 20-25

Review:
Aromas of blackberries and currants are accented by hints of licorice, coffee, and dark chocolate on the nose. Flavors of currant, blackberry, and raspberry meld with notes of fennel seed, spice, and minerals on the palate. A supple red with rich tannins, fans of bold, dry Cabs will enjoy this bottle. 750 cases produced.
Rating: 90

Winery SF 2009 People's Blend
Winery:
Grape(s): Cabernet, Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Malbec
Region: North Coast
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 15-20

Review:
A bouquet of boysenberries, blueberries, and currants greets the senses. The palate delivers flavors of cassis, blackberry, and blueberry accented by hints of spice creamy oak. A smooth, supple blend, fans of lush, dark reds will enjoy this bottle. 1,000 cases produced.
Rating: 90

Sol Rouge 2009 Cabernet Franc
Winery:
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Lake County
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 30-35

Review:
A bouquet of blackberries, plums, cherries, and earthy spice greets the senses. Blackberry, cherry, and currant flavors emerge on the palate along with highlights of vanilla and sweet spice. A rich, supple red, this a a Cabernet Franc that just might change any skeptic's mind about the grape variety.
Rating: 91

Sol Rouge 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery:
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Lake County & Napa County
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 95-100

Review:
Aromas of cherries and blackberries along with hints of sweet spice, licorice, and oak rise up from a glass. A sip reveals, flavors of currant, blackberry, cherry accented by suggestions of anise, tobacco, and dark chocolate. A lush, supple red with balanced tannins, fans of rich, smooth Cabs will enjoy this wine.
Rating: 91

Sol Rouge 2009 Gypsy Rouge
Winery:
Grape(s): 69% Grenache, 23% Mourvedre, 12% Syrah, 5% Counnoise, 1% Petite Sirah
Region: Lake County
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: (n/a)
Price: 25-30

Review:
Aromatics of strawberries, cherries, and plums meld with floral and earthy hints. Flavors of plum and strawberry unfurl into suggestions of minerals, licorice, and lavender. A smooth, elegant wine, with a rather Pinot Noir like quality, fans of easy-going reds will enjoy this bottle.
Rating: 90