Salus Benchlands

Brandborg

Benchlands Pinot Noir Umpqua Valley 2017

$25 bottle that tastes like a $25 bottle. Silky and light with a good depth of flavor. — 6 years ago

Fattoria Enotria

Mendocino County Cortese 2013

Another stunner from Greg Graziano, from his "Enotria" label. 2013 Cortese. Grown in Mendocino benchlands. Barrel fermented. No malolactic. Sur lie aged three months. Low ph, 3.1. Beautiful wine. — 10 years ago

Staglin Family Vineyard

Salus Estate Booth Bella Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

The MoM group had a rather large line-up of bottles this week, nearly a dozen strong, and not a dud in the lineup. That being said, this was one of three bottles that rose to the top. This arguably had the most interesting and enjoyable nose. A serious wine that would compliment a variety of meals. Impressive. — 7 years ago

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Staglin Family Vineyard

Salus Estate Napa Valley Chardonnay 2007

Bid on this at an auction on a whim, got it for half price as it had a damaged label. One of the finest Chards I've had from any country :-) — 11 years ago

Staglin Family Vineyard

Salus Unoaked Napa Valley Chardonnay 2014

The nose is loaded with fresh apricot, fresh lychee, ripe pineapple, spring flowers, and hints of citrus, grass, and petrol. On the palate there is orange oil, raw cashew, honeycomb, Meyer lemon, dried pineapple, nutmeg, and clove. Finishes with just a touch of heat.
— 9 years ago

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Cru Vin Dogs

Potrait Series Lucky Cabernet Merlot 2006

This 2006 “Lucky” Bordeaux blend features Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from the esteemed Spring Mountain appellation in Napa Valley, as well as, Merlot from steep-sloped vineyards in the benchlands of west Dry Creek Valley. A dash of Napa Cabernet Franc adds depth and rounds out the blend. And what a blend it is! Dense and concentrated without being over-ripe and heavy-handed, this wine is a tour-de-force of flavors and finesse. — 14 years ago