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Wattle Creek Winery1936 visitors
| Christopher and Kristine Williams established Wattle Creek Winery in March 1994. The fifty six acre vineyard and winery are located on hillside that runs down to the Russian River in the countryside of Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California. The Williams, originally from Australia, immediately fell in love with the property and the area deciding to create the best possible marriage of geography and the varietals they now produce. | Cloverdale, CA
Phone: (707) 894-5166Â
Website: http://www.wattlecreek.com
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Tasting Room: We are open Sunday through Thursday 11:00am-6:00pm, and Friday and Saturday 11:00am-9:00pm
Map to Wattle Creek Winery
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Muscat
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Muscat Canelli
Mendocino
The aromas are explosive with peach and apricot fruits, and an undercurrent of perfumed orchard blossom. The same peach dominates the flavors with a hint of lychee, orange rind and ... more a clean slightly crisp finish. This is a rich, exciting, and vivacious sweet white wine.
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2007 Sauvignon Blanc
Mendocino
The 2007 Sauvignon Blanc presents a brilliant pale straw hue speared by vibrant streaks of green. The nose is dominated by zesty green lime and grapefruit qualities with a hint of ... morefennel, and the wine shows similarly crisp, citrus and herb flavors that finish fresh and long.
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Viognier
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2006 Viognier
Alexander Valley
Our 2006 Viognier flashes with hues of pale, sparkling yellow, speared by youthful streaks of green. Aromas of white peach blossom and stonefruit bounce from the glass, complimente ... mored by a gentle hint of toasted oak. Nectarine flavors converge with subtle lychee flavors, offering an even feel, nice length and a slightly crisp, clean finish. There is a sense of charm amongst the elegant flavors of this wine. Try it with chèvre and other fresh cheeses, or in white wine vinaigrette.
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Chardonnay
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2005 Chardonnay
Yorkville Highlands
This 2005 Chardonnay displays brilliant hues of pale gold flecked with youthful green highlights. It has rich tropical mango and melon aromas layered with cream and toasty French o ... moreak notes, and juicy lemon curd and citrus-rind flavors finishing with well-integrated oak. Pair this Chardonnay with poached salmon with a beurre blanc sauce. Enjoy!
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Rosé
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2006 Yorkville Highlands Rosé
Yorkville Highlands
This Rose illustrates a brilliant presentation of sparkling pink, purple and red hues. Aromas of raspberry and attractive rose petal are bright and opulent with youthful vibrance. ... moreFlavors follow with raspberry and strawberry, a crisp approach and a lasting even and graceful impression. An abundant yet subtle wine. Enjoy!
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Sparkling Wine
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Sparkling Shiraz
This exciting wine presents with a pretty garnet and purple hue. The rich aromas of Raspberry and blueberry combine with a complex array of dusty terroir, a subtle oak undercurrent ... more, and an approach of creamy yeast maturation. Flavors of explosive raspberry and similar earthy tones of terroir follow. Medium tannin and a full lush approach dance with effervescent vibrancy. This wine shows rich Shiraz character. This is a fun and vibrant wine. Enjoy!
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Pinot Noir
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2006 Pinot Noir
Yorkville Highlands, Mendocino
The 2006 Pinot Noir presents attractive vibrant hues of purples and reds, followed by bright aromas of dark cherry and raspberry with a nuance of nutmeg and an underscore of smokey ... more new oak. Flavors illustrate rich dark cherry with a soft elegant approach, notes of toasted French barrels and an underlying sense of terroir. This is an elegant Pinot noir with lovely structure and a sense of charm. Enjoy it with wild mushroom risotto or roast chicken with herbs de Provence.
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Rhone Blend
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2004 Triple Play
Yorkville Highlands, Mendocino
This Rhone blend presents terrific vibrant purple and red hues. The 2004 Triple Play shows aromas of black current and a sweet hint of raspberry combined with tarry molasses, anise ... more and spicey oak. Blackberry flavors dominate with notes of smokey terroir, toasted oak and a black pepper nuance. This is a rich, well profiled and structured wine and will pair beautifully with a dry aged rib eye steak grilled to perfection and topped with gorgonzola!
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Malbec
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2005 Malbec
Alexander Valley
This wine presents with tremendous deep shades of vibrant reds and purples. Aromas of young, fresh blackberry and underlying black currant are wrapped by a subtle nuance of smoky o ... moreak, a hint of briar and a dusty sense of terroir. Flavors follow with ripe youthful blackberry, a hint of anise, black pepper and toasted oak, with a supple yet assertive structure. This is a lovely wine with wonderful structure, length and flavor.
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Syrah
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2004 Shiraz
Alexander Valley
The fruit was harvested in the cool morning hours on the estate, then crushed to tank. Fermentation commenced after approximately 2 days of resting on skins. At relatively warm tem ... moreperatures, the grape skins were hand plunged to achieve the desired color and structure for the wine. Part of this blend was run from skins early for barrel fermentation, while the balance was left on skins for a short maceration time prior to final pressing. The wine was transferred directly to barrel for 17 months of maturation.
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Syrah
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2004 Vintage Select Shiraz
Estate Grown Shiraz
Only a few barrels make up the total production of this beautiful vibrant dense wine. Aromas of ripe blueberry, white pepper and spice are complimented by integrated French oak. Fl ... moreavors follow with berry qualities, a plump centre and terrific length. This wine is rich, ripe and centered.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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2004 Vintage Select Cabernet
Estate Grown
This wine illustrates the finest barrels of Cabernet from the estate. The dense vibrant color illustrates the integrity of this wine. Aromas offer ripe black currant, a hint of ear ... morethiness, French oak and a complexity of maturation. Flavors are big, rich with structure, textured tannin, great centre and length.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
Alexander Valley
This densely structured 2005 Cabernet shows rich lifted aromas of blackberry, cassis and plum, complimented by the smoky complexities of French oak. Vibrant flavors of ripe blackcu ... morerrant and cassis follow, with notes of toasted oak and a fine grain of tannin contributing to the profile and complexity of this wine. Try it with a grilled rib-eye and a sweet potato mash. Enjoy!
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Petite Sirah
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2005 Petite Sirah
Yorkville Highlands
This inky deep, purple and black wine is dense and extreme. Aromas express tight blackberry, molasses, anise, black pepper and dusty terroir with a hint of sweet oak. Flavors follo ... morew with Blackberry, tobacco, and subtle toasty oak. This intense wine exhibits tremendous structure and a lovely fine grain of tannin. Enjoy!
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Updated on June 13, 2008
CrazyAboutWine recommends contacting Wattle Creek Winery at http://www.wattlecreek.com or calling (707) 894-5166Â to verify the winery's location.
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