Crater Lake Cellars

Crater Lake Cellars:  Wines: Listed by Release
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Chardonnay 2009:

Wine:  Our Chardonnay erupts with flavors of apple and pear followed by subtle vanilla tones.  In 2009 the Rogue Valley, feed by the Crater Lake watershed, experienced a long grape ripening period frostering mature flavors and a balance of bright accidity. 
Alcohol 13.1%
Label:  Over 7,700 years agoa Mt Mazama which stood 12,000 feet tall, violently erupted.  Out of the devastation, Crater Lake formed into the 7th deepest lake (1,932 feet) in the world.  This beautiful lake is Oregon's only national park and an easy drive from our winery and vineyard.
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Merlot: 

Wine:  Our lovely Merlot has a soft nose of plum and black berry fruit with oak and spice accents.  Fruit forward flavors of blueberry with hints of vanilla and smoke dance on the palate.

Label:  The extreme blues and volcanic formations of Crater Lake can best be experienced by venturing to the water's edge and enjoying the boat tour.  This two hour ranger lead tour is well worth the 700 foot elevation hike down.  In 1865 , Annie Gains ventured down the caldera and became the first white women to hike to the water's edge.  A number of springs and creeks in the region are named after Annie.  Fish are not native to the lake but Rainbow and Kokanee salmon which were planted between 1888 and 1941 still exist for one's fishing pleasure.
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Riesling 2009  (Sweet)

Wine:  This sweet elegant Riesling displays flavors of seville orange, apple, and dried apricot followed by a satisfying long finish.  Pair this wine with spicy foods, or simply enjoy by the glass. 
Alcohol 12.3%

Label;  Picture of our vineyard pond.  It was taken on a frozen December morning.
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Syrah 2008

Wine:  Our 2008 Syrah displays classic Syrah tone including flavors of maple, currant, and blueberry which are complimented by a balanced, refreshing, mouth feel and light tannins.  It's fruity, creamy richness will last and last, much like the classic Packards that once graced our roadways.   Alcohol 12.6%

Label:   Antelope Creek Covered Bridge in Downtown Eagle Point, with a 1949 Packard.
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Pinot Blanc 2008  Estate

Wine:  Our 2008 Pinot Blanc is an elegant balance between bright fruit, bright acidiity and a dry finish that will take flight on your palate.

Label:  At the turn of the century, the Great Egret was close to extinction.  These birds were hunted for their beautiful long lacy breeding plumes.  The first great success of the National Audubon Society was the banning of this trade in bird plumes.  These birds are the official symbol of the society.  Great Egrets are frequent visitors to our vineyard pond, vigilantly hunting and dining on fish and frogs.
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Mourvedre Rose' 2009

Wine:  Fermented cold and aged in stainless, our 2009 Mourvedre Rose displays delicate red fruit flavors and snappy acidity with a distinctive, refreshing finish.  Pairs beautifully with seafood, chicken and pork. 
Alcohol 12.3%

Label:  Standing 9,495 feet tall, Mt McLoughlin is the highest peak in Southern Oregon.  The mountain was named after Dr. John McLoughlin known as the "Father of Oregon", who headed the Hudson Bay Company and played an important role in Oregon's exploration.
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White Grenache 2009

Wine:  flavors of sweet ripe straberries with a long crisp citrus finish is showcased in our 2009 White Grenache.  This jeweled wine pairs well with a wide array of foods; from grilled chicken, vegetables and fish to Mexican, Asian and Indian entrees. 

Label: Frozen Thistles from our Vineyard Pond in Eagle Point

First year of production:  2006
Each year we have ran out of this wine by late summer.
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Wood House White Wine

Wine:  Our second Wood House White Wine is now released.  This is our second version of our Wood House Blend.  Our Wood House White is a crisp dry flavorful blend of bright fruit and balanced acidity.  

Our original Wood House White told the story of the old homestead including the history and plight of the house and how it was doomed unless the community or someone was able to purchase the land.  The first label helped bring together a wonderful couple who purchased the land, providing a safe and long term location for the home. 
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Old World Blend: 2008

Wine: Our Old World Blend brings the spiciness of Syrah and the bright red fruit flavors of Grenache together in Rhone blend style.  This exuberant, and lush blend shows dark ruby colors, a nose of black fruit, plum and currant and dances on the palate with lively fruit and a long spicy finish.  A beautiful wine to enjoy in your own castle banquet hall.

Label: The Pumice Castle rules from it's lofty perch 1,300 feet about Crater Lake's shores.  This early volcanic feature was once buried by a cliff slide and then exposed during the mighty Mt. Mazama eruption.  Over the years, rain, wind and weather finished carving the formation.  The castle is best viewed from the National Parks "Boat Tour".  It is easy to imagine a royal court sipping wine and enjoying the view from the spires.
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Grenache: 2008

Wine:  Our 2008 Grenache greets with dark ruby colors, aromas of bay leaf and red fruit, a lively, lush mouth feel and bautiful flavors of red raspberry.  This wine will pair with an array of foods including ham, turkey, beef and game. 

Label:  In 1866, Mary Louisa Black planted this beautiful Shagbark hickory near her Upper Rogue home with nuts she carried from Missouri on the Oregon Trail.  During her journey of 1865, Mary planted nuts of which two grew into trees that exist today.  This historic and Oregon Heritage Tree is located just south of Shady Cove, Oreogn on Highway 62. 
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Pinot Gris 2008

Wine:  Our 2008 Pinot Gris greets the senses with pear and apple and follows with a luscious long finish. 

Label:  Like a great masted, sailing ship, mystically disappearing and emerging from visibility, the Phantom Ship of Crater Lake can ve viewed from the southern cliffs of the lake.  The ship is just the tip of a sizable jagged ridge that was the original cone that formed the volcano.  The ship stands 163 feet tall above the lake and is over 300 feet long.  The rocks of the ship are considered the oldest at the lake dating to 1 1/2 million years old
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 Riesling 2008:  Dry

Wine: This refreshing Riesling is bright with a beautiful balance.  Aromas of apple and pineapples dance on one's nose.  The mouth fills with the impresion of an infusion of pineapple, mandarin orange and honeyed apricot finished by a lively balanced natural acidity.  Enjoy with your favorite chicken, seafood or spicy foods.

Label:  The Natural Bridge is one of the "must see" water formations of the mighty Rogue River.  The river dives into an ancient 200 foot lava tube and runs underground forming a natural land bridge.  A relaxing viewing trail is nestled just below the Historic Union Creek Resort District.
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Early Muscat: 2008.

Wine:  Our Early Muscat has a luscious sweetness, an apricot nose and bright acidity leaving one's palate yearning for more.  This wine is more "dinner sweet" than dessert sweet.  It pairs well with your favorite chicken, seafood, spicy foods or while dinning at Beckies Cafe which graces the front of the label.  
Label:  Surrounded by the spectacular beatuy of the Rogue River National Forest, the Union Creek Historic Resort is the perfect place to escape.  The resort is one of the lasting jewels buildt by the Civilian Conservation Corps. during the depression.  The historic Beckies Cafe has been welcoming guests since the 1920's including it's world famous Huckleberry pie made from local mountain berries. 
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Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

Wine:  With deep alluring vanilla aromas, and hints of mocha, one's initial impression of thei swine speaks to a bowl of cherries.  Soft tannins, good body and a chocolate covered cherry flavor contribute to a delightful finish

Label:  Mt McLoughlin is the majestic volcano towering about the eastern rim of the Rogue Valley.  This picture was taken outside the backdoor of our home.  This mountain provides a heavenly "gage" for local gardeners.  As the snow melts, a dancing Angel appears above the tree line.  This Angel signifies a safe time to plant one's garden.  Can you see her dancing in the glory of this spring morning:  When the snow melts and the Angel's legs disappear, an Eagle is displayed signifying the arrival of the salmon in the local river and streams.

Look carefully in this picture, when I took the picture I was focusing on the cloud that looked like a volcano plume....but look in the sky, there is a perfect reflection of the mountain and the cloud.
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Fire House #4 Red Wine

Wine: Our Firehouse #4 is a combination of lovely red and black fruit, a light pepper spiciness, accent with smooth tannins and acidity. 

Label:  The picture focuses on the original district #4,  1956 leather fireman's helmet.  Our Fire house red is dedicated to the Men and Women that protect our rural community.   Each bottle of the firehouse red sold represents a donation towards the fire hall's needs and programs.
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Teroldego 2007      Sorry, Sold  Out

Wine: Teroldego, a vine of northern Italy's Trentino zone, enjoys cool nights and warm days to develop into the compact pyramidal bunches with blue black berries and thick dusky skins.  This beautiful dark fruit, a genetic cousin to Syrah, has responded beatuifully to our estate vineyard located in the Agate Desert of Eagle Point.  
Our 2007 Teroldego starts with black fruit flavors followed by smoke, almond and a touch of spicy pepper.  With it's medium bodied frame, and slight tannins this wine will compliment any Italian meal.
Label:  Celebration at the old Wood House with Balloon rides and old cars.
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Merlot "29" 2006:

Wine:  Why "29" ?  For each vintage, our most intense wine, full of character and reminiscent of the original 2004 "29" receives our "29" name.  Besides, most everone would love to be "29" again.  Our 2006 Merlot "29" starts with intense black fruit and follows with vanilla and oak.  This wine was grown, hand picked and produced by the Gardner Family.

Label:  Mt McLoughlin in one of her colorful moods, casts hues of red over the vines of the Rogue Valley.  The 2006 vintage from bud break to harvest was gifted with favorable climate, temperature and soil conditions. 
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Merlot Recioto: 2005

Wine: Recioto is an Italian wine making style that dates back to the Ancient Greeks.  The grapes are dried prior to fermentation.  This dehydration results in a concentraion of the grape sugars.  The dry, sweet quality creates an intense elegant after dinner wine.  This wine pairs incredibly with dark bitter chocolate and rich dark chocolate desserts.
Label:  The label shows a beautiful display of Merlot grapes and leaves from our Eagle Point Vineyard.

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