2004 The First Date Rhône Blend

White wine is always served first, it sets the tone and emotions of the engagement. The first date is always a special time. It's the start of something special, your heart pounds; the spark of a new romance. You never know unless you go on that first date.

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Varietals:	75% Roussanne, 25% Marsanne
Appellation:	Roussanne - Santa Barbara County, Marsanne - Dry Creek
Alcohol:	15.0%
Comments:	Extremely floral with apricot, peaches, a touch of honey, and pears with great underlining minerality. The palate echoes its aromatics as it explodes with smoked almonds peaches and apricots in creamy, honeyed texture that has perfect balance of decadence and sensuality. A wine for the true romantics.
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