Barrel Oak
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Barrel Oak 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc
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- $32
Violets, smoke and fall foliage perfume this deeply concentrated Virginia Cab Franc. It’s full bodied with sultry, black cherry flavors and there’s a noticeable build in complexity on the midpalate amidst layers of crushed black pepper, charred wood and dark floral notes that linger to the finish.
— A.I.
(12/31/2011)
Barrel Oak 2008 Reserve Chardonnay
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- $27
Fresh, appley and floral with a touch of tangy yogurt cream, this is an approachable yet elegant Virginia pick. Delicate apple and pear flavors shine through on this full-bodied wine with fresh acidity, supple texture and balanced alcohol.
— A.I.
(2/1/2011)
Barrel Oak 2009 Bowhaus White Table Wine
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- $23
Ceylon tea, fresh pineapple and tangerines perfume this off-dry blend of predominantly Vidal, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier grapes. Simple yet fresh, with pretty white floral and peach notes, this wine would be a lovely companion to lemongrass accented Thai and Vietnamese dishes.
— A.I.
(2/1/2011)
Barrel Oak 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
- $29
Notes of char, wild berry, dill and caramelized sugar fill the nose. While it’s initially soft, bright acids and firm, medium-grained tannins bolster the midpalate. Pastry and dark berry flavors drive the medium finish.
— A.H.
(9/1/2012)
Barrel Oak 2009 Reserve Petit Verdot
- $39
Slightly shy aromas of spiced pastry, wild berry and lilac lead into the full-bodied palate. Even with its high level of strapping tannins this remains succulent, with a warm, structured finish.
— A.H.
(9/1/2012)
Barrel Oak 2010 Petit Manseng
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- $27
Although the aromas seem slightly mute—squeezing out notes of toasted brioche, nut, nectarine and golden apple—the palate proves to be much more intense. It’s round, soft and slightly heavy in feel, finishing with mouth-watering flavors of lemon Creamsicle and nut.
— A.H.
(12/31/2012)
Barrel Oak 2008 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay
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- $26
Hints of freshly pressed apples and pears in a darkly toasted oak barrel come through. Deft use of new French oak results in a full-bodied wine with a lush, buttered toast richness that highlights sweet apple and lemon flavors. The finish is clean and lemony with a slight saline touch.
— A.I.
(2/1/2011)
Barrel Oak 2008 Reserve Viognier
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- $26
On the nose, this charming wine is aromatic, with pretty lemon and orange blossoms mingled with darkly toasted oak and butter notes. Dry and full bodied with a rich, creamy mouthfeel, floral notes and a soft salinity on the finish keep the broad palate from verging toward flabbiness.
— A.I.
(2/1/2011)
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