Stainless steel lots bring vivid aromas of wild spring flowers, gooseberries and mandarin orange, while the wood lots contribute the rich lemon curd and grapefruit aromas that have been the hallmark of Star Lane Sauvignon Blanc.

Complex but not complicated, supple yet structured; the 2005 Star Lane Cabernet is a wine that is intellectual as well as very sensual. Aromas of blackberry laced with the notes of sage brush and chaparral that have become the hallmark of our vineyard precede tiers of currant, wild blackberry and savory herbs.

The 2005 Star Lane Astral Cabernet Sauvignon shows immense concentration, with huge, lush tannins that frame tightly layered cassis, blackberry, plum, coffee, chocolate, spice, vanilla and smoke flavors. Sporting a suppleness that belies its youth, the wine is drinking beautifully now. But we suspect it will offer collectors many years of pleasure to come.

Deep mango, grapefruit and lemon grass aromas balanced with fresh lemon peel notes and a creamy hazelnut impression. On the palate the wine is all citrus: lemon rind, lemon curd and lemon blossoms .With strong acidity and a tightly wound structure, the '05 Dierberg Vineyard Chardonnay drinks deliciously now.

Dark raspberry and wild blackberry notes are accented by the characteristic "sauvage" note of our special terroir. Flavors lean towards the fresh raspberry end of the spectrum, with sexy mocha and complex forest floor nuances.

Nearly opaque in color, with maroon highlights, it is very impressive in the glass. Aromas of grilled meat, blackberry, black cherry, smoke, espresso and lavender are complemented by similar, very rich flavors. The wine is enormous in the mouth—an “Adult Portion” as we like to say—but it retains a sense of elegance, grace and vibrancy that is uncommon for such Syrahs.

2005 “Steven” bottling shows an alluring crimson color bleeding to near opaque purple at the core—a sign that this is a very concentrated wine. Aromas focusing on the dark fruit spectrum of Pinot Noir feature plum and black cherry accented by a beguiling “sauvage” note. It is on the palate that the ’05 “Steven” really struts it stuff, with cascades of plum, sage and pipe tobacco flavors and pillow-soft, velvety mouth feel. Finishing with caressing tannins and a burst of fresh acid, this wine is one for the ages!

Striking papaya, grapefruit and lemon oil aromas are balanced with a creamy hazelnut impression. On the palate the wine is all citrus: lemon rind, lemon curd and lemon blossoms. With its bright but lushly textured mouthfeel, the 2005 Three Saints Chardonnay drinks deliciously now.

A very rich and complex wine, the Three Saints Pinot Noir features aromas fleshy blackberry and delicate hints wild raspberry and tea leaf. The palate is all raspberry, reminiscent of a walk through a wild berry patch in the early autumn, with juicy, flattering fruit and sparkling acidity. The wine finishes with an amazingly complex array of flavors for a value priced wine.

Full aromas of black cherry and plum are accented by the characteristic licorice note we find in all of our Merlots. This lush and generous wine offers up juicy flavors of black fruit, wild cherry and plum and an earthy undertone that is the hallmark of the Star Lane Vineyard. Rich and velvety in texture, our Three Saints Merlot is delicious presently and will reward a few years of careful cellaring.

Intense aromas of blackberry, dark cherry and graphite are accented by hints of mocha and a haunting sage note. This dense & dark wine offers up juicy flavors of black fruit, wild berry, plum and an intriguing “sauvage” character.

Chocolate, smoked game, gunpowder and coffee bean tones leap from the glass. On the palate, the chocolate note persists along with huge blackberry fruit and an exciting blueberry nuance. Texturally, the wine is as soft and as enveloping as can be, with supple tannins that caress the palate.

This wine is brimming with aromas of ripe strawberry and raspberry, accented by tangy acidity, and a flinty mineral core. It’s as refreshing as rosé can be, yet it carries enough weight and complexity to also please the most discerning aficionados.