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	My Rating (circle) : Date Printed: 12/2/2008

Cline Syrah 2005 (search item no. 89950) organic wine PRICE ON 12/2/2008: $16.79

Winemaker's Notes: The deep red-purple color explodes and fascinates each time it is poured into a glass. The cracked black pepper aromas complement the black cherry fruitiness of this vintage and make it a great match for grilled salmon and sautéed vegetables served over pasta.

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Additional wines from Cline: 2006 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (search item no. 92096) 2006 Pinot Grigio-Chardonnay (search item no. 89760) 2006 Syrah (search item no. 93498) 2006 Viognier (search item no. 90539) 2006 Zinfandel (search item no. 91802) 2007 Viognier (search item no. 95138)

About Cline: Fred Cline founded Cline Cellars in 1982, in Oakley, California. In 1991, the winery facilities relocated to the Sonoma Valley on a 350 acre estate in the Carneros District. The Cline Brothers, Fred and Matt, are Zinfandel and Rhone varietal specialists. Their holdings include some of the oldest and rarest vines in California. They are best known for the one hundred year old plantings of Carignane, Mourvedre and Zinfandel grapes they farm in Oakley, California. The Mourvedre represent approximately 85% of the state's total supply of this fascinating and versatile varietal. This treasure is the inspiration for Cline Cellars many "Rhone style" bottlings.