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A 2008 Decanter World Wine Award Winner
The results are in!! The Decanter World Wine Awards attracted more than 9,000 entries this year. And I am proud to report that all three Whitehall Lane wines entered received this much coveted award. That's right, three out of three!!!
Decanter's reputation for its unique judging process has caused the competition to be referred to as the 'ultimate terrior competition,' and this year was no different. The judging was rigorous and few wines received recognition. In total 9,219 wines were entered. Only 64% of the wines entered were awarded a medal. And of those only 12.4% won a silver medal. The Chairman of the Awards, Steven Spurrier, said "winning a silver medal in the Decanter World Wine Awards is the equivalent of winning a gold from other competitions.'
Silver Medal Winner!
Standing out in this competitive 12.4% silver medal category, our 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. A 100% Cabernet, a 100% assurance! For 15 years Whitehall Lane has used fruit harvested from select vine rows in the Leonardini Vineyard in St. Helena and the Morisoli Vineyard in Rutherford for the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon program. Every year this fruit matures beautifully and 2005 was no exception. In 2005, a small Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard block on the eastern hills of Napa Valley was also included. This wine displays the finesse, smoothness and power that has become the signature for Whitehall Lane Cabernet. It's a wine that displays great balance, ripeness and offers lingering flavors that lead to a long, silky smooth finish. Enjoy to 2020.
Bronze Medal Winner!
2005 Napa Valley Merlot- Since the early 1980's, Whitehall Lane has utilized the art of blending to make their Merlot with layers of flavors, complexity and balance. Cabernet Sauvignon was added to the blend for more weight in the mid-palate and increased length on the finish. The 7% Syrah enhances the aromas, texture and adds complexity to the wine. This appealing wine offers aromas of blackberry, violet and oak. It gains its depth from a combination of plum, wild berries and cola flavors that are beautifully balanced and lingering. The wine is ready to enjoy now and will also improve with cellaring to 2009.
Bronze Medal Winner!
2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon- Balance and finesse are prominent in this classic Cabernet. From the enticing aromas to the long, smooth finish, this wine is captivating and delicious. It's a blend of lush fruit with aromas of deep blackberry, currant and toasted oak. The wine has rich texture and flavors of cherry, plum and toasty vanilla. With ample fruit, good weight in the mid-palate and velvety tannins, this beautifully balanced wine is ready to enjoy now, but with aging potential to 2014.
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Posted by WLW on September 24, 2008 3:03 PM | Permalink
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