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PIÑA NAPA VALLEY 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon POL ROGER 2002 Brut Rosé, Champagne, France FREDERICK WILDMAN & SONS POLIZIANO 2006 Merlot, In Violas, Cortona, Italy PALM BAY INTERNATIONAL PRATS + SYMINGTON 2008 Chryseia, Douro, Portugal PREMIUM PORT WINES PRESQU' ILE 2009 Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley QUINTA BEIRA DOURO 2008 Douro, Portugal WINESELLERS LTD. QUIVIRA VINEYARDS 2009 Zinfandel, Flight, Dry Creek Valley WINE CREEK LLC QUIVIRA VINEYARDS 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Fig Tree Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley WINE CREEK LLC RAMEY WINE CELLARS 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, Pedregal Vineyard, Oakville RED ROCK WINERY 2009 Reserve Merlot, California REICHSGRAF VON KESSELSTATT 2010 Riesling Kabinett Piesporter Goldtröpfchen VALCKENBERG INTERNATIONAL RENÉ GEOFFROY NV Blanc de Rose, Rosé de Saignée Extra Brut, Champagne, France WINE WISE REYNOSO FAMILY VINEYARD 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley RIDGE VINEYARDS 2008 Monte Bello Vineyard, Santa Cruz Mountains RIVERBENCH VINEYARD 2009 Pinot Noir "Mesa," Santa Maria Valley ROBERT MONDAVI 2007 Fumé Blanc, To Kalon I Block, Napa Valley CONSTELLATIONS WINES U.S. ROBERT WEIL 2008 Riesling Spätlese, Kiedrich Grafenberg, Rheingau, Germany LOOSEN BROS. USA ROCK WREN 2007 Syrah, Solano County ROTH 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Alexander Valley WILSON DANIELS LTD. RUSACH VINEAYRDS 2009 Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County SAINT CLAIR 2010 Pioneer Block Sauvignon Blanc 19 Snap Block, Marlborough, New Zealand WINESELLERS LTD. SBRAGIA FAMILY VINEYARDS 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Wall Vineyard, Mt. Veeder–Napa Valley SCAGGS 2008 Mount Veeder Montage, Napa Valley SCHLOSS SAARSTEIN 2010 Riesling Kabinett, Mosel, Germany VALCKENBERG INTERNATIONAL SCHRAMSBERG VINEYARDS 2007 Brut Rosé, Napa Valley WILSON DANIELS LTD. SEQUANA 2008 Pinot Noir, Sarmento Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands SEQUOIA GROVE 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, "Cambium", Napa Valley SHAFER VINEYARDS 2008 Merlot, Napa Valley SHAW + SMITH 2009 Shiraz, Adelaide Hills, Australia VINTUS SILVER OAKS CELLARS 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley SIMI WINERY 2009 Chardonnay Reserve, Russian River Valley CONSTELLATIONS WINES U.S. SKIPSTONE 2009 Viognier, Makena's Vineyard, Alexander Valley SLANGHOEK 2009 Crème de Chenin Blanc, Private Selection, South Africa SMITH WINES SMALL VINES 2008 Pinot Noir, MK Vineyard, Sonoma Coast SOLÉNA ESTATES 2009 Pinot Noir, Hyland Vineyard, McMinnville Mr. Attitude ARROGANTE AÑEJO TEQUILA, MEXICO ($59) With a name like Arrogante, some people might think this tequila's all ego, but we've found that this is one brand that backs up its 'tude with some well-earned finesse, landing it squarely on the side of confident, not cocky. With an elegant lineup of 100% agave tequilas offered in uniquely styled wide-mouth bottles, Arrogante Tequila is handcrafted in the highlands of Jalisco using traditional, labor-intensive production methods. With lovely Blanco (black pepper and roasted chilies abound) and Reposado (with an outstanding spiced clove-and-ginger peppered-orange combination) expres- sions, Arrogante is an ultra-premium brand that's won over the palates of THE TASTING PANEL more than once. Arrogante Añejo is the label's crown jewel. Double-distilled, then rested in used bourbon casks for 13 to 18 months, the result is all elegance and time- honored tradition. Amber-hued and velvet-textured with a finish that keeps reminding you why you love tequila, Arrogante Añejo is a classic-in-the-making from importer Double Eagle, which has made a name for itself as the tequila importer with three exciting brands (including Rudo, also in this year's Yearbook). "We want to offer our customers a combination of great quality, exceptional value and unique presentation to make their imbibing experience unforgettable," explains CEO Marina Wilson, without even a hint of arrogance. Arrogante Añejo offers smooth agave and caramel nose with floral notes; creamy vanilla and ripe, mellow toasted- agave flavors with spice and smooth, lush texture; long and rich on the finish. DOUBLE EAGLE IMPORTS december 201 1 / the tasting panel / 115