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Another "WHAT A WINE"!

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Cheers from the Duke of Bourbon.

The Duke is really excited to make a pre-release offering of what is certain to become a Napa Valley Classic, Twomey 2000 Merlot. This superb wine was created by the Duncan Family, owners of Silver Oak Cellars.

The grapes come exclusively from Soda Canyon Ranch in the volcanic hills of southeastern Napa. The mild climate is tempered by cool, foggy breezes that allow the grapes to mature slowly to maximize their black fruit character and to develop extraordinary complexity, ideal for Merlot. These particular vines are clones renowned for producing a low yield of small intense berries making a wine of intense color and concentration.

The wine, a blend of 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, was fermented at a maximum of 88ºF in stainless steel tanks. After being pressed off the skins, the wine remained in the tank through malolactic fermentation and was later transferred to French oak barrels for aging. For clarity, the wine was racked souritage traditional (by hand) every three months in the manner used by the classified growths in Bordeaux. This method achieves the desired crystal clarity while maintaining a smooth, silky texture.

Exquisite balance is the hallmark of Twomey Merlot. It has a dark, ruby color and a complex nose of cherry jam, chocolate and roasting coffee. The rich expression of luscious fruit evolves into a lingering elegant finish. It reminds us of a great Pomerol. Those of you who had the great, good fortune to taste last year's offering know exactly what we mean. James Laube of the Wine Spectator opines, "An impressive, complex, balanced and concentrated wine."

The wine is due to be released May 1, 2003, at $60.00 per bottle and will not be widely available. The Duke is pleased to offer it to you on a pre-release basis at $171.00 per 3-pack ($57.00 per bottle) or $330.00 per 6-pack ($55.00 per bottle) or $648.00 per case ($54.00 per bottle). The demand for this wine is sure to be high. A 20% deposit will secure your order. Please give us a call or send us an e-mail.




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