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Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.

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All Posts Tagged ‘Monarch Mine Vineyard’

Easton, Cabernet Franc 2012, Monarch Mine Vineyard, Sierra Foothills, California, WIne Casual
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January 3, 2017
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Easton Cabernet Franc 2012 – An Earthy Cab Franc that Nods Towards Old World

Easton, Cabernet Franc 2012, Monarch Mine Vineyard, Sierra Foothills, California

Tasting Note: An earthy, hot-weather cabernet franc that nods towards the Old World.[Read more]

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Domaine de la Terre Rouge, Roussanne 2010, Monarch Mine Vineyard, Sierra Foothills, California, Wine Casual
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October 2, 2016
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Domaine de la Terre Rouge Roussanne 2010 Monarch Mine Vineyard – Fruit Takes a Backseat to Oak

Domaine de la Terre Rouge, Roussanne 2010, Monarch Mine Vineyard, Sierra Foothills, California

Tasting Note: Yellow to golden in color this roussanne has a nose of buttery oaky vanilla with the fruit taking a back seat to the oak.[Read more]

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