2009 North America
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2009 Wine Vintage - California
A fine growing season with near-perfect weather has produced stunning wines in California in 2009. A hot spell in September brought already healthy grapes to perfect ripeness and, although rain came in October, by this time most of the harvest was safely gathered in. Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel seem to be the outstanding varietals, although the whole region seems to have enjoyed success. The heat of September caused some concerns of over-ripeness, but cool weather early in the year had allowed the grapes to build up sufficient acidity to cope.
2009 Wine Vintage - Oregon
A near-ideal growing season seems sure to produce some outstanding wines in 2009. A generally warm, dry summer, in which occasional cooler periods and the odd burst of rain seems to have had no adverse effect on quality, meant that by early September the grapes were almost at perfect maturity. A cooler period in September did no harm and may in fact have helped to preserve acidities, and the extended hang-time allowed for the development of intense flavours and excellent concentration.
2009 Wine Vintage - Washington State
A generous crop of very good quality seems to be the picture in Washington State in 2009. A cool spring made for a slow start but a warm summer and a hot August brought the grapes to perfect ripeness. Cooler weather in September slowed the maturation process and ensured maintenance of a sufficient level of acidity. Nearly all the harvest was in before frost struck in mid-October. The colour of the red wines is especially deep and producers are expecting great quality from the Cabernet Sauvignon this year, although quality among the white varietals is also high, as it is with the newest fashionable varietal, the Malbec.
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Bottle 6 x 75cl 1cs
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£765.00
Robert Parker Wine Advocate #209 Oct 2013
Bottle 6 x 75cl 1cs
Colgin fans will delight in the 2009s and 2010s, two vintages that are fabulous here. The 2009s capture the silkiness and early approachability of the year. They are incredibly appealing wines. The 2010s will probably prove to be even better. I tasted the 2010s from preliminary blends and then in several pure component lots. Let’s just say there is a lot to look forward to. There is no expense spared at Colgin, and it shows in these striking wines. This is a great showing from Ann Colgin, her husband Joe Wender and their winemaker Allison Tauziet.
Antonio Galloni - Wine Advocate #198 - Dec 2011
Bottle 12 x 75cl 1cs
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2009 was a slightly mixed vintage, weather-wise, for the Napa Valley, with cool weather at flowering and during the key ripening period but interspersed with some burst of extreme heat which brought a pleasing maturity to the grapes in time for the harvest. The bouquet shows traditional cassis and dark chocolate aromas but also some blueberry and graphite, reflecting the coolness. The palate is exceptionally fine, with abundant but ripe tannins integrating beautifully with the French oak and perfectly complemented by crisp acidity. As always, one of the purest expressions of a Bordeaux blend grown in California.
Jeb Dunnuck - Wine Advocate - eRobertParker.com - Jun 2015 Until 31st August 2017 this product is discounted by 21%. Prices shown include discount; no further discount will be applied at checkout.
Bottle 3 x 75cl 1cs
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Bottle 3 x 75cl 1cs
Petit Syrah, often partners Zinfandel to provide a spine to the wines and the 21% here is perfectly judged to add some structure. A little Carignan fills out the framework and there is a touch of American oak as well. A fine all-rounder that is starting to hit its straps but will reward further cellaring.
Fergus Stewart, Private Account Manager
