Mourvedre

1	McCrea Cellars 2009 Mourvedre Appellation: Yakima Valley McCrea Cellars (Rainier, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Doug McCrea Mourv�dre is gaining great respect and desirability in Washington State. The Mourv�dre comes from Beaucastel stock via Tablas Creek nurseries, planted at Ciel du Cheval on Red Mountain. In the beginning our purpose in planting Mourv�dre was for our southern-Rh�ne style blend (�Sirocco�), but we couldn�t resist producing a small quantity as a single varietal. It has proved to be a very popular decision! It is our single most popular bottling, particularly on restaurant wine lists. Learn More 296 cases produced Question? Comment? mccreawine@aol.com Visit: www.mccreacellars.com	$28.00 Regular as of 02/17	Email Tastings by Appointment "The McCrea winery in Rainier is open for special events and by appointment only. McCrea wines can be tasted at the Olympia Wine Tasting Bar and at Urban Enoteca in Seattle.["
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2	McCrea Cellars 2011 Mourvedre Appellation: Yakima Valley McCrea Cellars (Rainier, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Doug McCrea Mourv�dre is gaining great respect and desirability in Washington State. The Mourv�dre comes from Beaucastel stock via Tablas Creek nurseries, planted at Ciel du Cheval on Red Mountain. In the beginning our purpose in planting Mourv�dre was for our southern-Rh�ne style blend (�Sirocco�), but we couldn�t resist producing a small quantity as a single varietal. It has proved to be a very popular decision! It is our single most popular bottling, particularly on restaurant wine lists. Learn More Question? Comment? mccreawine@aol.com Visit: www.mccreacellars.com	$28.00 Regular as of 05/14	Email Tastings by Appointment "The McCrea winery in Rainier is open for special events and by appointment only. McCrea wines can be tasted at the Olympia Wine Tasting Bar and at Urban Enoteca in Seattle.["
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3	Airfield Estates 2009 Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Yakima Valley Airfield Estates (Prosser, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Marcus Miller Until now, this varietal has solely been used as a blending component at Airfield. The 2009 vintage exuded such complexity and balance that we felt compelled to showcase it as a stand-alone wine. Layers of white pepper, truffle, spice, oak, dark plum, and blackberries unite in an exceptional harmony of flavors. Full-bodied with velvety tannins, this well-balanced wine pairs great with lamb, braised short ribs, peppered steak, and richly flavored stews. Limited Release Buy Online Question? Comment? info@airfieldwines.com Visit: www.airfieldwines.com	$28.00 Regular as of 05/31	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (509) 786-7401 Fax: (509).786-2338 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Prosser, WA
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4	Le Cuvier Winery 2005 L’enfant du Pape Appellation: Paso Robles Mourvedre Le Cuvier Winery (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) A slippery wine; a naughty shape shifter. Cherry Garcia, drunk with a topping of the darkest coco chocolate, a grind of black pepper, raspberry Visit: www.lcwine.com	$42.50 Regular as of	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 238-5706 Fax: (805).237-0577 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
5	Opolo Vineyards 2005 Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Opolo Vineyards (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Rick Quinn and Dave Nichols Produced in some of the finest grape growing regions in the world, this Rhone varietal, has found sanctuary at Opolo Vineyards. On the nose, this robust wine starts with hints of Hibiscus and vanilla cream. On the palate, it offers stawberry, blueberry and pomegranate tones with a lengthy and lively finish. Question? Comment? sales@opolo.com Visit: www.opolo.com	$24.00 Regular as of	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 238-9593 Fax: (805).238-9594 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
6	Il Gioiello Winery / Morse Wines 2005 Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Sierra Foothills Blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Il Gioiello Winery / Morse Wines (Fiddletown, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: David Fenech This varietal, rare in California, comes from the warmer regions of Southern France, but is the second most important black grape after Grenache in Spain. Mourvedre is a late - ripening varietal that flourishes with hot summer temperatures - the same conditions found in Amador County. The 1.7 acre estate vineyard is situated at an altitude of 2300 feet and enjoys a south - facing exposure. The soils here are a rocky loam with clay and sand. Mourvedre is typically a savory wine. This wine ... ...read more 2005 Mourvedre Tasting Notes 278 cases produced Question? Comment? info@morsewines.com Visit: www.morsewines.com	$20.00 Regular as of 11/24	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 245-3395 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Fiddletown, CA
7	Artiste Winery NV Cafe Noir View Label Appellation: California Blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Grenache, Artiste Winery (Healdsburg, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Bion Rice Impression: Bandol Optimum: 2010 - 2015 293 cases produced Question? Comment? info@artiste.com Visit:	$55.00 Regular as of 12/23
8	Page Springs Cellars 2007 Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Arizona Page Springs Cellars (Cornville, AZ) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) This wine is rich and complex with intense black cherry and hints of fennel and black tea. If you like Spanish wines, you'll love this release. Question? Comment? info@pagespringscellars.com Visit: www.PageSpringsCellars.com	$44.00 Regular as of 02/10	Email Phone: (928 ) 639-3004 Fax: (866).848-2192 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Cornville, AZ
9	Callaghan Vineyards 2005 Claire's Appellation: Sonoita Blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Callaghan Vineyards (Elgin, AZ) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Kent Callaghan 50% Mourvedre, 25% Syrah, 25% Petite Sirah. Deep cherry/raspberry coulis aromas with hints of earth and oak spice. Plush, intense flavors of spicy cranberry/cherry jam. Slightly chewy tannin kicks in on the long finish. Drink this over the next 8 � 10 years. Question? Comment? callaghan@dakotacom.net Visit: www.callaghanvineyards.com	$25.00 Regular as of 05/14	Email Order Direct Online Tasting Room Open Info & Map Elgin, AZ
10	RN Estate Winery 2005 Mourvedre Appellation: Paso Robles RN Estate Winery (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Roger Nicholas Quintessential aromas of Mourvedre: Lush plum and cherry fruit, smoke, and earth dominate the nose. The smooth texture emphasizes fruit flavors that linger on a silky finish. Aged 20 months in Neutral French oak barrel 122 cases produced Question? Comment? rnicolas@rnestate.com Visit: www.RNEstate.com	$32.00 Regular as of 04/21	Email Email rnicolas@rnestate.com to join our list
11	Fenestra Winery 2007 Estate Mourvedre Appellation: Livermore Valley Fenestra Winery (Livermore, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Brent Amos One of our three estate-grown grapes, this Mourvedre exhibits spicy aromas of plum, cherry, black currant and pepper. It has medium to full body, with flavors of plum, blackberry, white pepper and cherry. Excellent with lamb, mushrooms, chicken marsala or Cornish game hen. (GOLD MEDAL - BEST OF CLASS) Question? Comment? info@fenestrawinery.com Visit: www.fenestrawinery.com	$25.00 Regular as of 01/07	Email Phone: (925) 447-5246 Fax: (925).447-4655 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Livermore, CA
12	Edward Sellers Vineyards 2006 Cognito View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Zinfandel, Grenache Edward Sellers Vineyards (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) In the Cognito, we blend our signature Rhone style with another Paso Robles all-star, old vine Zinfandel. Bursting with powerful, ripe aromas, the 2005 Cognito piles the best of all four varietals into one very approachable package. The nose offers brambly black fruit, plenty of spice and smoke, and hints of licorice and cocoa. The full-bodied and smooth palate leads to a lingering finish of pepper, vanilla, and tart cherry. Youthfully exuberant now and drinking beautifully, Cognito promises to ... ...read more Visit: www.edwardsellers.com	$26.00 Regular as of	Email Tasting Room Open Info & Map Paso Robles, CA
13	Spann Vineyards 2006 Mo Zin Appellation: California Blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Spann Vineyards (Glen Ellen, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Betsy Spann This Provence-style blend is 42% Zinfandel, 30% Mourvedre, 20% Petite Sirah and 8% Syrah. Zinfandel from several old vine vineyards in the Dry Creek Valley and Mendocino County create a marvelous base of blackberry flavors while Mourvedre adds bursts of raspberry and a palate coating, meaty/beefy taste. Petite Sirah adds a touch of peppery spice while Syrah adds richness and body. This matches well with everything from grilled ahi tuna to Italian red sauce dishes to lamb and red meats. 1,940 cases produced Question? Comment? info@spannvineyards.com Visit:	$20.00 Regular 10% discount for 12 bottle orders as of 01/09
14	Arthur Earl 2006 Mourvedre Appellation: Central Coast Arthur Earl (Los Olivos, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Always one of our most popular wines and one we sell out of early. Great flavors of black and red fruit. 240 cases produced Question? Comment? info@arthurearl.com Visit: www.arthurearl.com	$28.00 Regular as of 03/09	Email Phone: (805 ) 693-1771 Fax: (805).686-1690 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Los Olivos, CA
15	Arizona Stronghold 2010 Centennial Red Appellation: Arizona Blend of Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah Arizona Stronghold (Cottonwood, AZ) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Eric Glomski and Tim White Beautiful layers of spice, red fruit and earth come together on a silky palate with a lingering and complex finish. Blackberry and dark fruit plum, inlaid with black currant and supported by a minty, spiced edge. 400 cases produced Visit: www.azstronghold.com	$0.00 Regular as of 05/31	Email Phone: (928) 639-2789 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Cottonwood, AZ
16	Core 2006 Elevation Sensation Alta Mesa Vineyard View Label Appellation: Santa Barbara County Blend of Mourvedre, Grenache, Core (Santa Maria, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Dave Corey 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvedre, 320 cases, 1 ton/acre from my Alta Mesa Vineyard. Acclaim: they're all full of shit 320 cases produced Question? Comment? dave@corewine.com Visit: www.corewine.com	$42.00 Regular as of 12/18	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 598-5050 Fax: (805).938-7567 email to inquire Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room open by appointment only.["
17	Core 2006 Mister Moreved Alta Mesa Vineyard View Label Appellation: Santa Barbara County Blend of Mourvedre, Grenache, Core (Santa Maria, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Dave Corey 79% Mourvedre and 21% Grenache from Alta Mesa Vineyard. Average yields of 1 ton/acre. Wine was aged in barrel for 20 months and bottle for 8 months. 150 cases produced. Acclaim: The previous vintage scored 94 and I believe this wine is at least as good. 150 cases produced Question? Comment? dave@corewine.com Visit: www.corewine.com	$45.00 Regular as of 12/18	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 598-5050 Fax: (805).938-7567 email to inquire Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room open by appointment only.["
18	Walter Dacon Wines 2013 Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Wahluke Slope Walter Dacon Wines (Shelton, WA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Loyd Anderson Bright, clean, powerful, extracted cherry with hints of rhubarb. The aromas of raspberry jam, with floral overtones, are complimented by subtle oak smokiness which leads to intense flavors of plums and allspice. Wonderfully expansive fine grain tannins and firm acidity layer in harmony with nicely balanced fruit. Thoroughly enjoyable in its youth, this wine will emerge even better with age. Question? Comment? winemaker@walterdaconwines.com Visit: www.walterdaconwines.com	$42.00 Regular as of 10/10	Email Tastings by Appointment "Tasting room hours Wednesday through Sunday by appointment only.["
19	Twilight Cellars 2008 Eclipse Mourvedre View Label Appellation: Paso Robles Twilight Cellars (Paso Robles, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: Richard Gumerman Fruity, spicy and slightly oaked. 200 cases produced Question? Comment? info@twilightcellars.com Visit: www.twilightcellars.com	$34.99 Regular as of 05/04	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 226-9907 Tasting Room Open Info & Map San Juan Bautista, CA
20	Phantom Rivers Winery 2007 Mourvedre, Larner Vineyard Appellation: Santa Ynez Valley Phantom Rivers Winery (Arroyo Grande, CA) -- (Winery Info & All Wines) Winemaker: John Thunen This uncommon wine is traditionally used in French Rhone blends along with Syrah and Grenache. The fruit comes from Larner Vineyard which has established an outstanding reputation for Rhone varietals. This 100% Mourvedre was produced in French oak barrels and aged for 18 months. This wine is well structured with plum and berry fruit flavors and a light gamey finish that makes this the perfect combination for spicy dishes of pork, lamb or venison. Question? Comment? information@phantomrivers.com Visit: www.phantomrivers.com	$26.00 Regular as of 01/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805) 481-9463 Fax: (805).481-9462 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Arroyo Grande, CA

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