2009 Pi-ano Ca' Bella from Lago di Merlo

Our unique blend of Fiano (61.5%) Southern Italian White Grape and Pinot Grigio (38.5%) North Italian White Grape. "Va piano" in Italian means to "proceed calmly". At Lago di Merlo we have blended the best of the northern part with the best from the South to create "Pi-ano". The Pinot Grigio contributed to the earthy steeliness of the wine while the Fiano gives it the lush stone fruit character that is so supple. Enjoy the diversity of these two great Italian grapes in the same bottle.

Price: $20.00 Siblings Clubs: $17.00 / Generations and Most Favorites Clubs: $16.00

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2008 Duet - Sonoma County - Philip Staley Vineyards & Winery

Duet is a California version of a Graves style Bordeaux Blanc, a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Philip first made this wine in the mid-80s when it quickly developed a cult following. The heart and soul of the wine are the two wonderful vineyards from which it is sourced: Richard Rued's small Semillon vineyards in Dry Creek, and Kent Richie's Poplar Vineyard on the Russian River. Contracts for both vineyards had remained with Philip's previous winery when he left, but he told both growers that if their grapes ever became available, he dearly wanted to work with them again. They did, and Duet was reborn.

The nose is full of aromas of melon, pear, and ripe fig with the characteristic grassiness of the Sauvignon Blanc. This light, crisp wine is exceptionally refreshing and also the perfect foil for seafood, especially oysters. It drinks beautifully now, but will gain complexity over the next two to three years.

Price: $22.00 Siblings Clubs: $18.70 / Generations and Most Favorites Clubs: $17.60

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