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The Herzog Family has made wine since the 19th century, when Philip Herzog made wine in Slovakia for the Austro-Hungarian court. Philip Herzog’s wines were so appreciated by Emperor Franz-Josef, that the emperor awarded him the title of Baron. Philip’s modern-day descendants have continued his tradition of winemaking excellence with Herzog ultra-premium California wines. Produced at Herzog Wine Cellars in California’s Central Coast region, both the wines and the winery commemorate the family’s revered lineage.

Baron Philip’s grandson, Eugene, brought the family to America in 1948 after the Holocaust. During World War II, he hid his family from the Nazis by moving them around the Slovakian countryside. After the war’s end, he emerged from behind a false wall in a courageous Christian friend’s woodshed to reclaim his family’s winery.

But three years later, the new Czech communist regime drove the Herzogs away from their European home for good. Forced to leave with little more than the clothes on their backs, the family said goodbye to their former royal economic and social stature.

Eugene arrived in New York City with his wife, Sidonia, his six children and two war orphans. They moved to the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn with only enough money to rent a two-bedroom tenement flat. With his winemaking skills, Eugene found a job at a small kosher winery tucked away into a storefront on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. For a paltry salary, he made sweet, Concord-grape wines in the cellar. (European grape varieties for dry wines were not easy to obtain in post World War II New York.) He also drove the wine delivery truck and was paid in company shares, not cash.

By 1958 all the other shareholders had given up their shares, assuming the business was doomed to failure. However, Eugene and his sons, who all went to work at the winery, proved them wrong. They called their new venture Royal Wines, in honor of Eugene’s grandfather, Philip.

In 1985, the Herzogs expanded their winemaking operations to California. On the West Coast, they were able to source high quality wine grapes from all the major wine regions, including Napa and Sonoma counties. Working with a renowned native California winemaker, Joe Hurliman, the Herzogs tapped into the winemaking renaissance that has occurred in California. Spanning much of the varietal spectrum, the wines have received numerous awards and have been praised by the national media, including Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Robert Parker.

Finally, after years of renting space in various wineries, the Herzogs built their own state-of-the-art winery just south of Santa Barbara, in the town of Oxnard. Winemaker Joe Hurliman oversees the region’s newest winery, which is a modern-day center for premium winemaking that blends the best of both Old and New World traditions.

Winemaker Joe Hurliman began his career in the California wine industry 20 years ago, having studied Health Science and History prior to joining the wine industry in 1985. His formal training consisted of an eight-year apprenticeship at Alban Vineyards of Edna Valley, California as Assistant Winemaker. He also holds a degree in Organizational Management.

Joe’s focus during his career has been creating wines from grapes grown in the highly regarded California Central Coast. Notably, he assisted Manfred Krankl of Sine Qua Non Winery with Mr. Krankl’s Stolpman Vineyard Syrah and Alban Vineyards Roussanne – Chardonnay wines. Joe is now also incorporating grapes from Napa, Sonoma, Clarksburg, and Lodi into his winemaking regiment.

Joe joined Herzog Wine Cellars in 1998 and continues to wear many hats. In addition to his role as winemaker for both the Herzog Wine Cellars and Baron Herzog wines, Joe helps manage vineyards across the state from which Herzog Wine Cellars sources its grapes. He is also responsible for sourcing fruit from new vineyards and for the development of new wine programs. Most recently, Joe played a central role in the design and construction of the new Herzog Wine Cellars winery in Oxnard.

Baron Herzog Wines Herzog Late Harvest Wines & Special Reserve Wines

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Baron Herzog Contour 2007
Appellation - California
Style - Semi-Sweet White

Tasting Notes - Intense floral aromas are followed by notes of fresh nectarine and hints of toasty vanilla oak. Soft in texture, this well-balanced wine is crisp and refreshing on the finish

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Pair with lighter fare such as salads, as well as Thai or slightly spicy Asian dishes

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 12.5%

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Baron Herzog Black Muscat 2008
Appellation - California
Style - Sweet Red

Tasting Notes - Naturally sweet, fruity, luscious, viscous and silky smooth

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Dessert of fresh fruit or fruit tarts

Bottles/Case - 6
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 11.5%

California State Fair - 94 Points
California State Fair - Gold Award
Pacific Rim Wine Competition - Silver Medal

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Baron Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Appellation - California
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - With aromas of blackberry and mild oak, this is a full-bodied, rich wine that boasts layers of berry, currant, and anise flavors, which linger on the finish

Reviews - Lightly oaked, dark garnet in color, full-bodied and with caressing tannins. On the nose and palate appealing wild berry, black currant and licorice notes, all lingering nicely on the finish. Drink now-2011. Daniel Rogov Score 88. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Full-flavored beef, veal and chicken or rich cheeses

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13%

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Baron Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon "Jeunesse" 2007
Appellation - California
Style - "Chillable" Semi-Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Beautiful purple color, soft texture, with fresh berry, cherry, and floral aromas

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Full-flavored beef, veal and chicken or rich cheeses

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%

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Baron Herzog Chardonnay 2007
Appellation - California
Style - Dry White

Tasting Notes - Emerald straw color. Baked pear and lemon aromas with a rubber eraser note. A round, silky entry leads to fruity sweet medium body of baked apple, pear, baking spices, and wildflower honey flavors. Finishes with a round, lemon spritzed apple and praline fade. A touch, too sweet but very pleasant and easy drinking

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored fish, cheeses, veal and chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13%

Silver Medal - BTI WORLD WINE CHAMPIONSHIPS AWARD
87 points (Highly Recommended)

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Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc 2007
Appellation - Clarksburg, CA
Style - Semi-Dry White

Tasting Notes - Focused and crisp, with intense passion fruit and citrus flavors. Finishes with a touch of sweetness

Reviews - Ripe and forward, with melon, apple, peach and gooseberry fruits. Light golden in color, medium-bodied and with a fruit-forward nose leading to a round, lightly nutty finish. Drink now. Daniel Rogov Score 88. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored fish, salads, Chinese food

Bottles/Case - 6
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13%

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Baron Herzog Merlot 2006
Appellation - Paso Robles, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Ripe strawberry, tea, jam, and light coffee aromas. Well-integrated oak and plum flavors make this soft and velvety Merlot a charming wine with a long, flavorful finish

Reviews - Medium- to full-bodied, garnet towards royal purple in color, with soft, well-integrated oak and gently mouth-coating tannins. On the nose and palate red currants, wild berries, and notes of espresso coffee. Long and generous. Drink now. Daniel Rogov Score 88. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Medium flavored grilled or salted chicken or fish dishes

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%

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Baron Herzog Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Appellation - California
Style - Dry White

Tasting Notes - Fresh, herbal, crisp, lemony and pear character; velvety-smooth and medium-bodied

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored fish, salads, cheeses, grilled chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%

Wine Spectator - Best Buy
Riverside Wine Competition - Chairman's Award

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Baron Herzog Syrah/Shiraz 2007
Appellation - California
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Distinct berry and blackberry fruit notes, highlighted by subtle oak and intriguing complexity

Reviews - So named, I suppose, to avoid or add to the confusion on the part of Americans but that's fair enough. Dark royal purple, medium-bodied, with soft tannins and a gentle hand with the oak and showing an array of blackberries, blueberries and currants, those with notes of spicy oak and, on the moderately long finish, a hint of bittersweet chocolate. Drink now-2011. Daniel Rogov Score 88 K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored fish, cheeses, spicy chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%

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Baron Herzog White Zinfandel 2008
Appellation - California
Style - Semi-Dry Rose

Tasting Notes - Semi-dry with a crisp texture and aromas of apple, strawberry and cotton candy

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored fish, salads, cheeses, pizza and chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 10.5%

Gold Medal - Tasters Guild Int'l

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Baron Herzog Zinfandel "Old Vine" 2007
Appellation - Lodi, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Spicy, smoky wine with plum and pepper notes and vibrant food-friendly acidity

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Full flavored spicy fish, turkey and chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 14.5%

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Herzog Chenin Blanc Late Harvest 2008
Appellation - Clarksburg, CA
Style - Sweet White

Tasting Notes - Full-bodied, luscious, and sweet, with fruity and floral aromas

Reviews - Light gold with orange tints, full-bodied and generously sweet with good acidity to keep the wine lively. A fine effort, rich and generous with dried apricot and yellow peaches on first attack, those yielding to notes of mango and ginger, all overlaid with light hints of ginger and blanched almonds. Long and generous. Fine with goose liver dishes or as a dessert wine. Drink now-2013, perhaps longer. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Fruit-based desserts or pate de fois gras

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - %

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Herzog White Riesling Late Harvest
Appellation - Monterey, CA
Style - Sweet White

Tasting Notes - Pleasantly sweet, with rich, ripe concentrated fruit flavors highlighting this delicious easy drinking wine

Reviews - Moderate sweetness set off by good balancing acidity and showing rich floral, citrus and citrus peel and caramel notes, those supported nicely by spicy and light petrol notes. Concentrated and well done. Drink now-2014. Daniel Rogov Score 91. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Fruit-based desserts or pate de fois gras

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Awards -

GOLD MEDAL IN CATEGORY "$17.99-$26.99"

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Herzog Zinfandel Late Harvest 2007
Appellation - Lodi, CA
Style - Sweet Red

Tasting Notes - Full-bodied, intense flavors, with a rich texture and a luscious sweet berry fruit finish

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Fruit-based desserts or pate de fois gras

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 9%
Mevushal - No

Awards -

New Release!

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Generation VIII by Herzog
Cabernet Sauvignon To-Kalon Vineyard 2006
Appellation - Napa, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes -

Reviews - A single-vineard release, at this stage of its development a literal blockbuster, almost impenetrably dark garnet in color, opening with firm tannins and nearly intense spices and oak. Given time in the glass shows fine balance and structure, the wood and tannins yielding comfortably to blackcurrants, blackberries, and an abundance of chocolate, all lingering long and comfortably on the palate. Give this one the time it deserves and it will show black cherry and perhaps even note of raspberries and red licorice, the winemaker wisely letting the terroir of the vineyard show its best. Destined for polished elegance. Drink now if you must but best from 2011-2018, perhaps longer. Daniel Rogov Score 94. K

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Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Generation VIII by Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Appellation - North Coast, California
Style - Dry Red

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Reviews - Made entirely from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Napa and the Chalk Hill's Warnecke vineyard, oak aged for 23 months in French oak. Showing spicy and toasty oak notes, softly mouth-coating tannins and opening to reveal a fine array of blackberry, currant and red plums, those supported nicely by hints of espresso coffee and vanilla. Long and generous. Drink now-2012. Daniel Rogov Score 91. K

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Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Available Soon!

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Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon SV Haystack Peak Vineyard 2007
Appellation - Atlas Peak
Style - Dry Red

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Reviews - (Advance Tasting): Dark, intense and concentrated but maintaining its stylishness and elegance. Oak aged for 14 months, showing medium- to full-bodied (leaning towards the full), with hints of grilled herbs and black olives that play nicely together with ripe currant and black cherry fruits. As the wine matures look for notes of tobacco and graphite here, those settling in to a very long and satisfying finish. Best from release-2014. Daniel Rogov Score 93.

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Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve Ltd. Warnecke Vyd. 2006
Appellation - Chalk Hill, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Rich, full-bodied and viscous, with hints of dark chocolate

Reviews - Deep, almost inky garnet in color, full-bodied, showing generous but gently mouth-coating tannins. With a nose redolent of dark chocolate, licorice and berries, opens to reveal a generous array of currant and blackberry fruits, those highlighted by notes of black pepper and oriental spices and, on the long finish an appealing hint of eucalyptus. Rich and concentrated. Drink now-2013. Daniel Rogov Score 92. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Grilled meats, tomato based pasta dishes or rich veal entrees

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - %
Mevushal - No

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Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Alexander Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Wonderful complexity, finesse and depth of flavor, with layers of earthy currant, plum, wild berry, spice and cedar. Long elegant aftertaste

Reviews - Deeply aromatic, full-bodied, with silky tannins settling in nicely to show a gentle hand with the wood. On the nose and palate blackberry, blackcurrant and purple plums, those matched nicely by notes of spicy cedar wood. Long and elegant. Drink now-2013. Daniel Rogov Score 91. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Beef or veal dishes, robust pasta dishes or full flavored cheese

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Napa, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Remarkable for its complexity, supple texture and richness of flavor, this wine displays tiers of toasty oak, ripe plum, black cherry, wild berry, and spice

Reviews - Dark garnet, medium- to full-bodied, with soft tannins and lightly spicy wood integrated nicely to highlight traditional Cabernet aromas and flavors of blackcurrants, blackberry and black cherry fruits, those complemented nicely by notes of toasted rye bread and, on the long finish, notes of Oriental spices. Drink now-2011. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Beef or veal

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Cabernet/Syrah Special Reserve 2004
Appellation - Napa Valley & Edna Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Hints of bright fruit and white pepper combine with layers of plum, berry, and blackberry. Subtle oak notes also enhance the wine’s mouth-feel and flavor

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Grilled asparagus, roasted leg of lamb or roast beef

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%
Mevushal - No

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Herzog Cabernet/Zinfandel/Syrah Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Napa Valley & Edna Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - A blend of berry and cherry notes, with hints of spice.B The wine is complex, demonstrates a wonderful balance of flavors and complexity, and displays richness in its body and finish

Reviews - As has become the tradition, a wine based on grapes from three different vineyards (Napa, Watts and Edna Valley this year). A blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Zinfandel and 3% Syrah, each grape vinified separately in American oak for about 14 months and then blended before bottling. Full-bodied, with still firm tannins needing time to settle down, and generous vanilla and toast from the wood but opening to show generous wild berry, black currant and purple plums, those on an appealingly spicy background. Drink now-2012 but worth decanting for about an hour. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Grilled lamb or beef, or an augratin of fennel and celery, or chicken cacciatore

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - %
Mevushal - No

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Herzog Chardonnay Special Reserve 2007
Appellation - Russian River, CA
Style - Dry White

Tasting Notes - Rich and complex, drawing on pear, citrus, hazelnut, and mineral flavors, all framed in a creamy-smooth texture with plenty of toasty oak

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Lightly seasoned meats, duck breast or grilled poultry dishes

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13.5%
Mevushal - No

Awards - Silver Medal - Tasters Guild Int'l

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Herzog Merlot Special Reserve 2004
Appellation - Alexander Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Full-bodied, with approachable tannins, highlighted by notes of berry and jam on the palate.B The wine ends with a hint of oak

Reviews - Full-bodied, with generous oak influences and soft tannins in fine proportion to fruits and acidity. On first attack black fruits, those yielding comfortably to notes of wild berries and espresso coffee and, on the finish hints of strawberries and milk chocolate. Long and mouth-filling. Drink now-2011. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Sauteed mushrooms with chervil; herb-marinated chicken; and roasted or grilled beef or lamb

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Pinot Noir Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Edna Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - An elegant wine, with silky texture and fine-tuned layers of cherry, raspberry, anise and spice flavors. Balanced beautifully with medium weight on the palate

Reviews - Ruby towards garnet, medium-bodied, a delicate Burgundy style wine showing gently caressing tannins and opening to reveal cherry, wild berry, and light spices, all lingering long and comfortably. Drink now-2012. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - This inaugural Pinot Noir will make a graceful accompaniment to seared Ahi tuna, grilled duck or lamb chops

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Syrah Special Reserve
Appellation - Edna Valley, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - Aromas of violet, raspberry, and spice, well structured, with soft mouth-feel

Reviews - Full-bodied, with generous wood and tannins integrated nicely to highlight and not hide aromas and flavors of red berries, cherries, peppermint and spring flowers, those complemented by notes of peppermint and spicy oak. A long and generous finish. Drink now-2012. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Pasta, seasoned preparations of beef, veal and chicken

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Zinfandel Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Lodi, CA
Style - Dry Red

Tasting Notes - A rich and powerful wine with lush texture and well-defined blackberryand spice flavors

Reviews - Dark garnet, full-bodied, deep and concentrated with still intense tannins and wood waiting to settle down but showing fine balance and structure that bode well for the future. On the nose and palate blackberry, purple plum, spices and peppermint, all coming together in a long, mouth-filling finish. Drink now-2012. Daniel Rogov Score 90. K

Food Pairing Recommendations - Enjoy with roasted lamb, grilled steaks or dark chocolate

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
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Mevushal - No

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Herzog Zin Gris Special Reserve 2006
Appellation - Lodi, CA
Style - Dry Rosé

Tasting Notes - A dry rosé style with fresh fruit aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and briar.B The wine is refreshingly balanced on the pallet finishing with a light hint of vanilla

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Food Pairing Recommendations - Enjoy slightly chilled with platters of grilled vegetables or fish; appetizers or creamed soups

Bottles/Case - 12
Bottle Size - 750ml
Alc. by Volume - 13%
Mevushal - No

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