Flanagan Wines
2010 Flanagan Russian River Chardonnay
(166 cases produced – Available for purchase) Our 2010 RRV Chardonnay is our first from this appellation and a precursor of the wines we will be making from our new vineyard in the Russian River Valley and displays classic Wente clone aromatics and good minerality. A nose with hints of Chamomile and orange blossom melds into a palate of lemon/orange marmalade and stone fruits. The defining characteristic of this wine is its opulent texture. This is a truly elegant chardonnay that will pair well with innumerable early courses.
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2009 Flanagan Estate Syrah
(96 cases produced – Available for purchase)Our 2009 Syrah displays great varietal character. It has the characteristic rich purple color and expressive nose that we always get from our Bennett Valley Estate. Past vintages have typically been described by critics as reminiscent of Hermitage in the Northern Rhone and this vintage continues true express the classic Rhone profile. A nose of black fruit and spice is an introduction to the mélange of ripe black plum, warm crushed rock, vanilla, and pepper. As always this wine was barrel fermented in our caves and aged for 20 months in 100% new French oak.
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2008 Flanagan Cabernet Sauvignon
(394 cases produced – Available for purchase) The 2008 Vintage started off with a chill as a late frost swept thru wine country. Many of our neighbors down on the valley floor lost 20-40% of their crop. The good news is we had no frost damage at all. Due to our very steep site, south aspect, and 1200 foot elevation we have never experienced any frost damage. The defining attribute of our 2008 Flanagan Cabernet is balance. Cassis, blackberry, and graphite marry beautifully with nuances of vanilla and toasty mocha. This wine, like all of our wines, is a food wine and pairs compellingly with classic cabernet fare.
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