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West 2010 Viognier
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 100% Viognier
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 20-25

Review:
A bouquet of tropical fruit, peach and honeysuckle greets the senses. A sip delivers flavors of peach, mango, and pineapple that unfold into suggestions of white blossoms. Lively flavors and a fresh acidity make this a very approachable wine.
Rating: 89

West 2012 Sauvignon Blanc
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 20-25

Review:
Fragrances of green apple, Asian pear, and citrus fruits can be discovered on the nose. The palate delivers flavors of honeydew, apple, and lime with accents of minerals. A brisk white, with a friendly acidity, enjoy a bottle with white fish or herb chicken.
Rating: 88

West 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Year: 2007
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 40-45

Review:
Aromas of black cherries, plums, and blackberries blend with suggestions of anise and dusty earth on the nose. Flavors of cherries, plums, and cassis come together with notes of licorice, earth, and cocoa on the palate. A lighter red, with plush tannins, fans of easy-going Cabs should give this bottle a try.
Rating: 88

West 2010 Tuscan Cuvee
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 80% Cabernet Sauvignon & 20% Sangiovese
Region: Sonoma County
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 45-50

Review:
Aromatics of bing cherries, sweet cranberries, and ripe raspberries mingle with suggestions of sweet spice on the nose. Bright red berry flavors interweave with nuances of cola and clove on the palate. Elegant and smooth, with soft tannins, enjoy a bottle on its own or with a light pasta dish.
Rating: 90

West 2009 Crest Cuvee
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 960% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 30-35

Review:
Black cherry, plum, and blackberry aromas coalesce with suggestions of dark chocolate and earth. A sip reveals flavors of bramble fruit and cherry that open into impressions of cocoa and spicy oak. Rich, lush, and classically structured, it's a fine example of a Bordeaux-style blend.
Rating: 90

West 2012 Late Harvest Viognier
Winery: West Wines
Grape(s): 100% Viognier
Region: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 30-35

Review:
Notes of tropical fruit, apricot, and honeysuckle rise up from a glass. On the palate, flavors of guava, apricot, and peach meld with hints of almond paste. A lighter dessert wine with a welcoming acidity, pair a bottle with warm peach cobbler.
Rating: 88