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Fall 2009 Shipment Wines:

2008 Goosecross Sauvignon Blanc
- new release!
Audio notes:

2008 Girard Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc- new release!

2008 Goosecross Oak Knoll Viognier - new release!
Audio notes:

2007 Girard Russian River Chardonnay

2007 Goosecross Carneros Chardonnay
Audio notes:

2008 Goosecross Napa Valley Chenin Blanc - new release!
Audio notes:

2008 Goosecross Muscat Canelli - new release!
Audio notes:

2006 Goosecross Mendocino AmerItal
Audio notes:

2006 Burgess Napa Valley Merlot - new release!

2006 Goosecross Napa Valley Merlot
Audio notes:

2006 Goosecross Napa Valley Cabernet Franc
Audio notes:

2005 Burgess Napa Valley Syrah

2006 Girard Napa Valley Artistry

2006 Goosecross Napa Valley Syrah
Audio notes:

2007 Girard Napa Valley "Old Vine" Zinfandel

2007 Girard Napa Valley Petite Sirah - new release!

2005 Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet

2003 Ilona Howell Mountain Red Blend

2006 Goosecross Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Audio notes:

2004 Goosecross Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Audio notes:

2002 Burgess Napa Valley Enveiere

 
     
  Our featured wine for November:
2005 Burgess Syrah
It warms you from the inside on these chilly autumn nights!

"This recipe for Rabbit Cacciatore is a warming, "stick to your ribs" one-pot dish that's easy to make and delicious with the Syrah."
 
 
A little about
Syrah
   
Want to know a fun place to grab lunch next time you're in the valley?

More Fun Facts
 
 
 
  Boo!  All you gals and ghouls should join us for such a good time it’s SCARY at our 6th Halloween celebration, October 31st, from 3pm to 6pm.  Your will power won’t have a ghost of a chance when we bewitch you with our devilishly delicious wines paired with hauntingly delicious chocolate.   You’ll be goblin it down!  
 
 
     
     

   
  We’re happy to say our 2009 harvest is “in the barn”, so to speak, and looking quite good. The sweet aroma of fermenting juice lingers in the air as the vine leaves turn yellow and orange. We’re so grateful for another excellent vintage!

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Colleen has put together a beautiful menu for us, paired with wine, of course! Be sure to see below!

And, as we move into the holiday season, don’t forget to stock up your cellar! We have some terrific new releases – come on in and try them and take a few bottles home to enjoy with friends and family!
 
  Cheers,
  Mark and Ron
 
 
 
About the new Goosecross website and label
 


You talked, we listened. We are excited to announce that we have dramatically transformed our website into a place for you to share ideas, learn more about wine, and discuss your passion for it! You told us that you wanted a place to pursue your knowledge about wines and winemaking, further explore the art of food and wine pairing and - of course - have access to purchase our excellent wines and related products. I hope you’ll take full advantage!


With the release of the 2006 Estate Petit Verdot, we debut our elegant, foil-stamped and embossed wine label, created by famed label designer Jeffrey Caldewey. The goal was simple elegance - it communicates the sophistication of the wine's multi-dimensional flavors and is beautiful to the eye and the touch.  Enjoy and come see us soon and often!


David Topper
Owner/President
Goosecross Cellars
 

 
 
     
Fun Fact: With harvest at an end, it’s a good time to ask: What makes a Good Year? Enjoy this two-minute Fun Fact!

Cheers! More Fun Facts
 
     
 
A sumptuous Thanksgiving menu from Colleen’s Kitchen
 
     


 
Hors d’oeuvres ~ Stuffed Mushrooms These are quick, easy and delicious with our featured wine, the Burgess Syrah.  
 
 
Wineries of Napa Valley Club members:
 
     
 
Get special discounts room upgrades and other perks at AVIA, the elegant new boutique hotel located just a block away from us in historic downtown Napa.  Just ask them about their wine club loyalty program when you call to make your reservations.   
   

   
  Highlights from our Events Calendar:
 
  • Every Friday in October & November: Come and enjoy our famous "Fine Wine and Artisan Cheese" event from 4pm to 6pm!

  • Don’t miss our Halloween celebration on October 31st from 3-6pm: "Devil's Delight Chocolate Decadence" extravaganza featuring wonderful chocolate delights to "Thrill your Taste-buds"

  • November 8th, 4-6pm: We will showcase our "Wine of the Month”, the Burgess Syrah, paired with our mouth-watering Flame Fired Tri-Tip Steak Appetizer! Don’t miss it!

  • We will be Closed on Thanksgiving Day. Happy Turkey Day!
Geoff Gorsuch, Winemaker at Goosecross Cellars, catches us up on the 2009 harvest.

   
  Want to see what hand-harvesting looks like?
Enjoy this 2-minute video


 
   
Podcast Roundup
 

 
Episode 92:
Making a Blend: When and Why?
Learn about the endless possibilities from Geoff Gorsuch and Jeff Booth

Episode 91:
Sherry Page Visits the Fatted Calf
This episode is likely to give you a serious craving for sausage, bacon, salami or a good steak!

Episode 90:
History of Wine Words
Hear about the origins of some of the words in this fun and fascinating book!

Episode 89:
Sherry Page Visits Long Meadow Ranch
This is a great place to visit and buy organic fruits and vegetables, olive oil, grass-fed beef, wine and even fresh eggs.

Episode 88:
Napa Green Program
Find out about a local program to promote green practices in the vineyard and the winery



Trivia du Jour: 



The "must" is:  
a) Crushed grapes 
b) Pressed grapes or wine 
c) A yeast by-product
d) The sediment that settles out

Find out in our Wine Trivia Challenge!
   
   
   
   
   
   
 
 

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