Some winemakers get blinded by the glitz and glam of elite Napa Valley wineries...allocation only, waiting lists, and top-end prices. There are a few that are keeping it real, offering a wine that rocks at an affordable price. Isn't that what we are all looking for these days? Our find...the 2007 Emerson Brown is a highlight in the world of amazing wines at unbelievable bargains. If you love Cabernet from Bordeaux or California it is a truly spectacular buy, because it stands on its own and pairs wonderfully with food.

The 2007 vintage is EXCEPTIONAL. Keith Emerson (Vineyard 29, Robert Craig) and Brian Brown (Round Pond) pushed the envelope by not just capturing this impressive year, but also by bringing the terrior to the forefront. Last Friday, I sat down with Keith and Brian. What did they have to say....easy vintage, in terms of bringing out the expression of the vineyard, still retains character, finesse, and concentration without being over-ripe and dense, solid foundation, well-integrated, seamless with a lot more expression than 06.

There is a serious following for this wine, because people who latch onto it have respect for what Keith and Brian are accomplishing. Check out the buzz that has already started on the Mark Squires' Bulletin Board: http://dat.erobertparker.com/bboard/showthread.php?t=210066. Get a case while it lasts. Cheers! Whitney/Kari, sales@benchmarkwine.com, 707.255.3500

10% off 12 bottles or more

2007 Emerson Brown Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley @ $50 ($45/bottle with the discount) only 300 cases produced

The Winemakers: "Intense color with violet and blue hues suggesting freshness and verve. Explosive aromas of deep black cassis, currant, perfume and dark cocoa. Enters the palate full with an intriguing mineral component and remains round and velvety with structured tannin and acid in harmony with a judicial use of attractive French oak. Persistent black fruit and dark cocoa flavors linger on the palate creating a drawn out, mouth-watering finish. Drink upon release or cellar for up to 15 years."

The 2007 Vintage: "This has turned out to be the greatest vintage since 2001 or 2002 for the Bordeaux varietals in Napa, although 2005 is very close in quality, if very different in style. The wines display extraordinary fragrance and gorgeously seamless personalities, with sweet noble tannins as well as terrific concentration and length. It is a very exciting vintage." Robert Parker, The Best of Northern California

I saw this pitch once....I will not only take the wine back if you don't like it, I will also come to your house and wash your car. It made me laugh when I read it, but I also thought what do I have to lose. For me, this wine is THAT GOOD....

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Cheers! Whitney/Kari, sales@benchmarkwine.com, 707.255.3500