Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards
Prologue Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
Aisle 6B, $24.99
A 4 person project started in 1983 has become one of Napa Valley’s most prestigious vineyards. This Cabernet from Anderson’s Conn is full bodied with layers of structure and gripping tannins. When the grip is let loose the wine showcases a tremendous marriage of cheery, vanilla and rose pedals. The Prologue hails from 2006 vintage described as “a grower’s year” with record breaking heat in July and an early flood. The best of the lot are much like this wine, bold with depth and ripe fruit.
SCORE: 4

Cousino-Macul Finis Terrae
grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
This is a vineyard at the bottom of the world that I have paid close attention too over the last 7 years. Cousino-Macul has gained mine and yours trust with their red and white offerings from both Estate and Antiguas labels. They recently released their 2005 Icon for $65 (2nd best vintage for Chilean red wine to date) a wine I had the pleasure to taste in barrel while visiting Chile. Finis Terrae, the little brother to Icon is made of only the finest Cabernet and Merlot grapes after they select the Icon. Yet another well structured and refined dry red wine from South America that will cellar well and performs at twice the price. Meaty, with a focus of smoke and earth with touches of silk throughout.
$18.99
Aisle 7A
SCORE: 4+

Cheers,
Danny Gold
Fine Wine
The Party Source