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These wines are no longer available for purchase in our tasting room. If you have some of them in your cellar, and would like more information on them, scroll through the years to see descriptions & winemaking notes.
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Pinot Noir A Burgundy-style wine. Earthy aromas of forest floor, cherry cola & vanilla. Savory dark cherry flavors & a velvety finish. Excellent with salmon & turkey. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Franc Beautiful maroon ruby color. Graceful floral notes of violets, lavender, & cedar on the nose with flavors of wild strawberry, cranberry, & vanilla that evolve across the palate to a smooth finish. Medium bodied. This elegant wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. Drink Red!
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Cabernet Franc Beautiful deep color. Graceful notes of violets, cedar, & vanilla on the nose with flavors of ripe strawberry & red raspberry. Medium bodied. Balanced tannins with a long velvety finish. This wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. Drink Red! |
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Pinot Noir A Burgundy-style wine. Earthy aromas of cedar, raspberry & vanilla. Savory cherry flavors & a velvety finish. Soft tannins. Excellent with salmon & turkey. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon The King of Grapes! Rich floral aromas with hints of licorice and cedar. Flavors of blackberry and dark cherry with a smooth, balanced finish. This complex, full bodied wine opens beautifully as it breathes in the glass. Drink Red! |
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Merlot Very berry! Mulberry, raspberry, strawberry, & blackberry with a floral nose. Well balanaced tannins make this a fruit forward but well-structured wine. Luscious, lingering finish. Drink Red! |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A dark red blend of hybrid grapes deChaunac & Chelois with subtle smoky aromas, and full flavors of juicy dark berries & plums with a smooth finish. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! Drink Red! |
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Pinot Noir A dark, Burgundy-style wine. Earthy aromas of toasty oak, spice & vanilla. Dark cherry flavors & a velvety finish. Rich & complex. Excellent with salmon & turkey. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Franc Bright ruby color. Graceful notes of violets on the nose with bright flavors of strawberry & sweet oak. Medium bodied. Soft tannins with a touch of cinnamon spice on the finish. This wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. Drink Red! |
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Lemberger A medium-bodied wine with an intoxicating, spicy aroma and flavors of red currant & plum. Round, velvety, and smooth on the finish, this vintage is ready to drink now! Pairs perfectly with pork tenderloin or lamb dishes. Drink Red! GOLD MEDAL WINNER!
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Merlot The 2016 vintage is our Rock Star wine! Aromas of chocolate-covered black cherries, flavors of black raspberry, vanilla and a touch of mint. Well balanaced tannins make this a fruit forward but well-structured wine. Luscious, lingering finish. Drink Red! |
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Syrah Aromas of blueberry, clove, and mint. Flavors of wild blueberries & plums, with a hint of smokiness. Mellow tannins and a bit of black pepper spice on the finish. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Rich floral aromas with hints of licorice and tobacco. Flavors of blackberry and currants with a smooth, balanced finish. This complex, full bodied wine opens beautifully as it breathes in the glass. Drink Red!
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months, our Right-Bank inspired Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, & Malbec has hints of cedar & mocha. Blackberry flavors & a smooth finish. Drink Red!
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Lemberger The 2015 vintage is a rustic, medium-bodied wine with delicious aromas of molasses, and flavors of spiced plum and dark cherry. Notes of cocoa and soft oak lead to a spicy finish. Pair this wine with pork tenderloin or lamb dishes for the perfect dinner. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Franc This elegant wine boasts graceful notes of violet on the nose with flavors of cherry and strawberry. Medium bodied with soft tannins and a rich full finish, this Gold Medal Winner pairs well with all types of beef. Drink Red! |
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Merlot Our Rock Star wine! Decadent, with rich flavors of blackberry and a touch of cola. Well balanced tannins make this a fruit forward, but well-structured wine. Very drinkable with a lush, smooth finish. Better grab two bottles - one for tonight, and one for the cellar! Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Powerful black fruit from the King of Grapes! Beautiful dark color. Rich floral aromas and spicy berry flavors with a smooth, balanced finish. This complex, full bodied wine opens beautifully in the glass. Drink Red! |
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months, our Left-Bank inspired Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, & Malbec has aromas of violets & eucalyptus. Blackberry flavors & a smooth finish. Drink Red!
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Syrah Aromas of blueberry cobbler baking in the oven. Flavors of blueberry & plums, with a hint of mint. Mellow tannins and a bit of spiciness on the finish. Limited release - only 50 cases produced, so this one won't be available very long. Drink Red! |
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Pinot Noir A dark, Burgundy-style wine with aromas of soft sandalwood & tea leaves, dark cherry flavors & a velvety smooth finish. Rich garnet color. Liquid silk. Drink Red! |
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Lemberger This rustic, medium-bodied wine has aromas of molasses, and flavors of spiced plum and dark cherry. Notes of cocoa and soft oak lead to a spicy finish. Pairs perfectly with pork tenderloin or lamb dishes. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Franc This elegant wine boasts graceful notes of violet on the nose with flavors of cherry, strawberry, and currants. Medium bodied with soft tannins and a touch of roasted red pepper spiciness on the finish, the 2014 vintage pairs great with all kinds of beef. Drink Red! |
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De Chaunac Select This is the first time we have vinified our De Chaunac grapes on their own. Very inky dark color with subtle cedar aromas. Flavors of blackberry & plums with soft tannins on the finish. Drink Red! |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A big & bold red table wine. Deep red-purple color and oak aromas integrated with a subtle, smoky finish. Full flavors of black cherry, plums, and berry jam. This combination of hybrid grapes de Chaunac and Chelois will age well for years, getting softer and rounder with time. Watch out, this Wolf will make you howl! Drink Red! |
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Merlot Still our Rock Star wine! Beautiful deep, red garnet color in the glass - a fruit forward wine, but extremely well structured. Aromas of cedar and vanilla with flavors of deep fruit - currants, black raspberries, and mulberries. Subtle nuances of mint on the finish play with your palate. Better grab two bottles - one for tonight, and one for the cellar! Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Powerful black fruit from the King of Grapes! Earthy aromas lead to expressive dark fruit flavors with a smooth, balanced finish. This complex, full-bodied wine opens beautifully in the glass. Drink Red!
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months, our Right-Bank inspired Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot is incredibly well balanced and smooth. Aromas of boysenberry and hints of soft leather with a luxurious, rich finish. Drink Red! |
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Pinot Noir Our Pinot Noir expresses aromas of forest floor and dark mocha & coffee, with flavors of ripe raspberries and dark cherries. Elegant with a velvety smooth lingering finish. |
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Lemberger The 2013 vintage has floral aromas violets on the nose. Balanced tannins. Medium bodied with deep plum flavors and soft allspice. Great with portabella mushroom or pork tenderloin. |
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Cabernet Franc Gold Medal Winner This vintage is soft and silky smooth. Delicate aromas of violets, tobacco, and licorice with notes of black cherry, currant, and blackberry on the palate. It has balanced tannins with a touch of black pepper spiciness on the finish, and is an elegant and graceful wine. Pairs well with any kind of beef dish, from French dip sandwiches to filet mignon! |
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months for extra smoothness this Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, & Petit Verdot is incredibly balanced and smooth with a long, lingering mocha finish. Aromas of vanilla, raspberries, and pencil shavings lead to layers upon layers of flavor- very juicy blackberries, cola, tobacco, currants, and cherry. Seductive and opulent. Drink Red! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Powerful black fruit flavors, and a Gold Medal Winner, from the King of Grapes! Cola, licorice, and tobacco aromas with complex black cherry and blackberry flavors balance with nicely integrated tannins. Drink Red! |
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Merlot Our Rocks Star wine! This decadent wine has rich aromas of cedar and vanilla, and layered flavors of black raspberries and mulberries. Nuances of mint delight your palate, while balanced tannins make for a fruit forward, but well structured wine. Drink Red! |
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Syrah Aromas of apple-smoked bacon, bing cherries, plum and vanilla. Flavors of blueberry, tobacco, rich coffee, and dark fruits on the palate with a touch of allspice on the long, lingering finish. Balanced oak tannins. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red Our great red table wine! Deep red color, with oak aromas integrated with a subtle smokiness. Full flavors of black cherry and grape jelly. Lingering finish. This combination of the hybrid grapes de Chaunac and Chelois will age well for years, getting softer and rounder with time, but is delightful now. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Pinot Noir Our Pinot Noir expresses dark coffee & mocha aromas with flavors of dark, ripe cherries. Elegant with a velvety smooth lingering finish of rich chocolate. |
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Lemberger Great vanilla spice nose with molasses overtones. Balanced tannins. Medium bodied with black & red currant, spicy black cherry, and blue fruit aromas. Great with portabella mushroom or pork tenderloin. |
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Cabernet Franc Gold Medal Winner This vintage produced aromas of violets, red roses, and mint with notes of wild cherry and campfire smoke on the palate. Balanced tannins with a touch of roasted red pepper spiciness. Extremely smooth and graceful. The finish is amazing - it goes on forever! Pairs well with any kind of beef dish. |
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Syrah Big and bold! Aromas of apple-smoked bacon, bing cherries, and vanilla. Flavors of blueberry, tobacco, rich coffee and dark fruits on the palate with a touch of allspice on the long, lingering finish. Balanced, smooth oak tannins. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A fun red table wine! Deep red color, with oak aromas integrated with a subtle smokiness. Full flavors of dark cherry, plum, and spices. Lingering finish! This combination of the hybrid grapes de Chaunac and Chelois will age well for years. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Crown of Cabernet The 2012 vintage has a deep garnet color with dark black cherry, vanilla, and espresso flavors. Nice oak integration and incredibly balanced from 24 months of aging, with a long, smooth finish. A touch of mint and tobacco on the nose with black pepper spice. |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Gold Medal Winner Aromas of dark, black cherry and licorice, with tannins that go on for days. Hints of tobacco and cola peek through the ripe currant flavors. Well balanaced and elegant. Still young, this wine will only get better. Lay it down in your cellar for 2 to 5 years. |
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Merlot Dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of cigar box, mocha, and elderberries. Fruit forward with flavors of plum, chocolate, and vanilla tea leaves. Balanced tannins with a lingering silky finish. Better buy two - one for the cellar, and one for tonight! |
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Pinot Noir Our 2011 Pinot Noir has deep, dark blueberry flavors with soft oak and vanilla spice. This wine is silky smooth and balanced. Deep, dark garnet color. |
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Lemberger Best in Class Winner This vintage has a great plummy nose with toasty overtones. Rustic tannins. Medium bodied with a spicy dry finish. The grapes name breaks down to mean "good, fine wine"! Great with portabella mushrooms or pork tenderloin. |
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Cabernet Franc Gold Medal Winner Aromas of violets and mint with notes of cherry and blackberry on the palate. Balanced tannins witha touch of pepper. Extremely smooth and graceful. The finish is amazing - it goes on forever! Pairs well with any kind of beef dish. |
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Syrah The 2011 vintage explodes with flavors of blueberry and dark fruit. Aromas of blackberry cobbler baking in the oven and an incredibly long, lingering finish of white pepper and balanced, smooth oak tannins. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red Oaky aromas integrated with a subtle smokiness. Full flavors of dark cherry, plum, and spices. Lingering finish! This combination of the hybrid grapes de Chaunac and Chelois will age well for years, getting softer and rounder with time. |
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Crown of Cabernet Best in Class Winner This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot offers a deep, rich color with black cherry, cocoa, and overripe blackberry flavors. Nice oak integration and incredibly balanced from 24 months of aging, with a long lingering finish. A touch of espresso and toast at the end, with toasted vanilla and molasses on the nose. The closest thing we have found to sex in a bottle! |
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Cabernet Sauvignon The King of Grapes! Spicy black cherry & dark cofee notes with a smooth plum finish. Nicely integrated oak. A good one for you cellar! |
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Merlot When it was released, this vintage was young and supple. Deep plum color in the glass. Aromas of cigar box, mossy earth, and berries. Fruit foward with hints of violets. Balanced tannins with a lingering, silky finish. Better buy two - one for the cellar, and one for tonight! |
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Pinot Noir Best in Class Winner This Burgundy-style wine expresses deep raspberry flavors with vanilla spice aromas. Balanced oak; elegant with a velvety smooth finish. Dark, rich color. You'll be proud to serve this wine! |
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Lemberger No, Lemberger doesn't mean "stinky cheese" in German! A toasty oak aroma, light nutty flavors, and spicy dry finish help this rich wine pair well with pork tenderloin or just an evening on the deck! |
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Cabernet Franc Aromas of violets with dark fruit flavors on the palate. Balanced tannins with a touch of spice on the finish. Graceful and smooth; medium bodied. This charming and elegant wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. |
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Syrah Gold Medal Winner This vintage explodes with aromas of apple-smoked bacon and blueberry! Hints of dark plum on the palate with a touch of white pepper spice on the finish. Balanced, smooth oak tannins. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A fun red table wine! Deep red color, with smoky aromas and flavors of jammy fruit and truffles. An earthy blend of de Chaunac and Chelois grapes. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Crown of Cabernet Gold Medal Winner The crown jewel of our cellar! This vintage has a deep rich color with plum, dark chocolate, mocha, and juicy cherry flavors. Nice oak integration and very balanced from 24 months of aging, with a silky smooth, lingering finish. Aromas of violets and fruit. Very soft, round mouthfeel. This Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec is rich and fruity. |
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Cabernet Sauvignon The King of Grapes! Spicy black cherry & dark coffee notes with a smooth plum finish. Nicely integrated oak. A good one for your cellar. |
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Merlot This vintage will age well! Aromas of cola, vanilla, and red licorice. A long, black fruit finish with hints of lavendar. Balanced tannins that will soften with age. Sensuous mouthfeel; a charming "sipper" or great with food. |
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Pinot Noir This Burgundy-style wine expresses deep raspberry flavors with forest floor earthiness and toasted mocha. Balanced oak; elegant with a velvety smooth finish. Dark, rich color for a Pinot Noir. You'll be proud to serve this wine! |
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Lemberger No, Lemberger doesn't mean "stinky cheese" in German! A toasty oak aroma, light nutty flavors, and a spicy dry finish help this rich wine pair well with pork tenderloin or just an evening on the deck! |
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Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc is one of our most popular wines, with its medium body, aromas of violets, and notes of black cherry and plum on the palate. Balanced tannins with a touch of spice on the finish. Extremely smooth and graceful. Pairs well with any kind of beef dish. |
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Syrah The 2009 vintage explored with smoky aromas of pepper coated bacon! Hints of dark berries on the palate with a touch of spice on the finish. Balanced oak tannins. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A fun red table wine! Deep red color, with smoky aromas and flavors of jammy fruit and truffles. An earthy blend of deChaunac and Chelois grapes. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! The 2009 vintage has a deep rich color with plum, dark chocolate, and red raspberry. Nice oak integration from 24 months of aging, with a silky smooth, lingering finish. This Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec is rich and fruity with aromas of toasted marshmallows and fruit. |
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Cabernet Sauvignon The King of Grapes! Spicy black cherry & dark coffee notes with a smooth plum finish. Nicely integrated oak. A good one for your cellar. |
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Merlot All the jammy fruit and balanced soft tannins you have come to love in a Merlot! Rich boysenberry flavors on the palate with a round, sensuous mouthfeel. Relax and enjoy! |
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St. Vincent This light dry red with toasty aromas and cherry flavors is perfect for your next picnic! The St. Vincent grape was named for the Patron Saint of wine grape growers. |
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Pinot Noir A Burgundy-style wine with soft mocha aromas, deep black currant flavors, and a velvety smooth finish. Aged in French Oak for 12 months, this well balanced wine has earthy nuances and a vibrant color. |
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Lemberger Gold Medal Winner No, Lemberger doesn't mean "stinky cheese" in German! A toasty oak aroma, light nutty flavors, and a spicy dry finish help this rich wine pair well with pork tenderloin or just an evening on the deck! |
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Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc is one of our most popular wines, with its medium body, fruity flavors of blackberries, and a smooth, graceful finish. This charming and elegant wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. |
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Syrah Delicious spicy, smoky overtones and beautiful blueberry and blackberry flavors. Hints of smoked meat and white pepper add to the complexity. Extremely drinkable now, but will also age well in your cellar. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A fun red table wine! Deep red color, with smoky aromas and flavors of jammy fruit and truffles. An earthy blend of de Chaunac and Chelois grapes. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months for extra smoothness, this Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec is rich and fruit with a smooth, dry finish. |
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Cabernet Sauvignon Gold Medal Winner The King of Grapes! Spicy black cherry & dark coffee notes with a smooth plum finish. Nicely integrated oak. A good one for your cellar. |
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Merlot All the jammy fruit and balanced soft tannis you have come to love in a Merlot! Rich boysenberry flavors on the palate with a round, sensuous mouthfeel. Relax and enjoy! |
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Pinot Noir A Burgundy-style wine with soft mocha aromas, deep black currant flavors, and a velvety smooth finish. Aged in French Oak for 12 months, this well balanced wine has earthy nuances and a vibrant color. |
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Lemberger Gold Medal Winner No, Lemberger doesn't mean "stinky cheese" in German! A toasty oak aroma, light nutty flavors, and a spciy dry finish help this rich wine pair well with pork tenderloin or just an evening on the deck. |
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Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc is one of our most popular wines, with its medium body, fruity flavors of black berries, and a smooth, graceul finish. This charming and elegant wine pairs nicely with all kinds of beef. |
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Syrah Delicious spicy, smoky overtones and beautiful blueberry and blackberry flavors. Hints of smoked meat and white pepper add to the complexity. Extremely drinkable now, but will also age well in your cellar. |
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Wolf's Prairie Red A fun red table wine! Deep red color, with smoky aromas and flavors of jammy fruit and truffles. An earthy blend of de Chaunac & Chelois grapes. Watch out, this Wolf can make you howl! |
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Crown of Cabernet The crown jewel of our cellar! Aged in oak for 24 months for extra smoothness, this Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec is rich and fruit with a smooth, dry finish. |