2004 Copain Roussanne James Berry Vineyard
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While the 2004 Roussanne James Berry Vineyard is very good, it is not as excellent as many Copain offerings. Revealing hints of marmalade and rose water, it is a medium-bodied, crisp, elegant white, but it lacks that extra dimension of flavor and intensity usually possessed by Guthrie’s wines. Drink it over the next year. Previously recommended: 2004 Saisons des Vins Syrah l’Hiver (90), 2004 Syrah Broken Leg Vineyard (94), 2004 Syrah Cailloux & Coccinelle (95+), 2003 Syrah Eaglepoint Ranch (92), 2003 Syrah Garys’ Vineyard (91), 2003 Syrah Hawk’s Butte (95+), 2003 Syrah James Berry Vineyard (96). Tel. (707) 541-7474; Fax (707) 541-7575
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(all barrel-fermented, 30% new) Bright yellow-green color. Aroma of ripe lemon and spices. Fresh and penetrating but youthfully tight, with enticing mineral and citrus flavors showing noteworthy energy from the limestone soil. Nicely tactile for a California white with only 13.5% alcohol. Finishes with a chalky suggestion of talc.