The purple-colored 2006 Llama Malbec was aged for six months in French oak.

This dark and pleasing Syrah opens the same way it finishes: with the scent and silky texture of melted fine milk chocolate.

Italian plum, raspberry and chocolate coco powder unfolds a spicy, savory palate of smooth white pepper, toasted caraway, shortbread and freshly baked marzipan.

"The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (94% Cabernet Sauvignon and rest Petit Verdot) is a limited production cuvee offering a dense opaque purple color, beautiful black currant, charcoal, and smoky aromas, a gracious, elegant, well-balanced style, medium to full body, beautiful concentration, and an endearing texture and length.

Layers of oak complement the tropical fruit flavors of the Carneros appellation.

Deep and enticing with a blend of sweet berry, toast ans coffee beans.

The 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a nuanced wine that illustrates the results of cool, gradual ripening and a deft balance of varietal components.

92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Shows spectacularly ripe berries, cherries, anise, bacon, sandalwood and spices, wrapped into smooth, ultra-fine tannins.

72% Roussanne

19% Viognier

9% Chardonnay

Producer notes: "Merlot 49%, Cabernet Sauvignon 41%, Cabernet Franc 9%, Petit Verdot 1%.

From our friends in France: Il y a certaines années où toutes les conditions sont réunies pour nous offrir l'opportunité d'élaborer des vins extraordinaires.

"The special selection for American importer Peter Weygandt, the 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes, ratchets up thelevel of succulence, juiciness, and opulence.

Light to medium straw green in colour, this wine has an exuberant nose of apples, pineapple, melon, lime and passionfruit on a background of traditional sweaty gooseberry characters.

Characteristics of Spätlese [literal meaning: "late harvest"; plural form is Spätlesen]

Greater Intensity and strength than Kabinett
High level of acidity that curbs any overt sweetness
Fleshy and intensely flavored
Often tastes of apple, pear and honeysuckle
Elegant nose with highly detectable aromas

The 2007 Clio is here and it is every bit as compelling as prior vintages.