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Woodenhead
| Owner(s) | Zina Bower, Nikolai Stez |
| Web site | www.woodenheadwine.com |
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My reverence for Burt Williams and Ed Selyem have led me to many spin offs such as WesMar, Brogan Cellars and Papapietro Perry who have achieved distinction with Pinot Noir on their own. Nikolai Stez owes his inspiration to Williams Selyem as well. He worked 17 harvests at Williams Selyem, and as an assistant winemaker for Burt Williams, learned from the master.
Growing up on the Russian River, Nikolai was drawn to wine at an early age and began some home winemaking while still in college. His formal winemaking education consisted of attending the Horticulture and Viticulture program at Santa Rosa Junior College and attending a few classes at UC Davis. He began to seriously make garage wines in 1986 and mentored at Williams Selyem. With the sale of Williams Selyem Winery in 1997, he moved on and started his own label, Woodenhead. He still has a day job, but passionately devotes all of his free time to his Woodenhead project. His domestic partner, Zina Bower, is equally passionate about wine, and is involved as well, handling the marketing and business side of Woodenhead. She also has a day job as business manager at Diamond Creek Vineyards in Napa Valley.
The name, "Woodenhead," was a name given to Nicolai by an old girlfriend who that that he was very stubborn (which he is).
Winemaking here is “Burgundian done in the California style.” There is no pumping, hand punch downs are employed, a gentle basket press is used, and aging is in French oak. Through his years of contacts in the Russian River Valley, Nikolai has been able to source fruit from some outstanding Pinot Noir vineyards. When you look back on the early success of Williams Selyem, one key that stands out was the quality of the vineyards from which the wines were made. You simply can’t make great wine unless you have exceptional grapes. The Woodenhead wines I tasted recently are proof of that tenant. Vineyard-designate Pinot Noirs are crafted from Buena Tierra Vineyard in the Russian River Valley, Wiley Vineyard and Morning Dew Ranch Vineyard, both in the Anderson Valley, and Fruitland Ranch Vineyard in Humboldt County. His Russian River Valley appellation blend is one of the best examples made of the genre.
The wines are sold through a mailing list, on the website, and through retail channels. Production of Pinot Noir and Zinfandel is about 3,500 cases per year. A tasting room is now open at 5700 River Road in Santa Rosa. 707-887-2703
Articles About Woodenhead
Along the Pinot Trail in California (8.45 11/1/2011)
Anderson Noir Valley Pinot (Pt II) (7.19 6/5/2009)
Anderson Noir Valley Pinot Festival: After the Smoke Clears (8.16 6/8/2010)
Buena Tierra Vineyard (7.3 10/1/2008)
Elk Prairie Vineyard: Native American Pinot (6.25 5/7/2007)
Latest Gems from the Russian River Valley (9.20 2/26/2013)
On The Pinot Trail: Pigs & Pinot (8.13 4/8/2010)
Pinot Noir Shootout Favorites (6.13 1/22/2007)
Pinot Noirs from Producers Outside the Anderson Valley that Source Grapes from within the Anderson Valley (6.60 6/9/2008)
Reach for the Middle for Pinot Noir (8.26 11/24/2010)
Small Sips of Pinot (8.16 6/8/2010)
Tasting of Anderson Valley Pinot Noirs (6.28 6/3/2007)
Woodenhead (6.6 11/27/2006)
Reviewed Wines
2009 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.4% alc.,
$53. From old vines planted on Eastside Road across the Russian River from Rochioli Vineyard.
·
Moderate
reddish-purple color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of Bing cherries, baking spices and a dusting of
oak. Very soft and seamless in the mouth, with modest, lacy tannins, offering flavors of cherry pie filling and
spice with a hint of sandalwood in the background. Elegant, yet with noticeable finishing power. Very good.
Reviewed February 27, 2013
ARTICLE »
2008 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.2% alc., 198 cases, $60. Last vintage for this
vineyard designate as the vineyard is dying out due to phylloxera.
Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Moderately deep reddish-purple color in the
glass. Brooding aromas of cherries, spice, and oak vanillin. Delicious
fruit bombast featuring perfectly ripe flavors of black cherries and black raspberries, with notes of sassafras, cola
and exotic spices. Very broad in the mouth and distinctive, leaving a lovely
cherry kiss on the lingering finish. Harmonious in every way. I guarantee you will love this wine. An All-
American for sure.
Reviewed November 2, 2011
ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Humboldt County Pinot Noir
14.6% alc., $40.
Unfined and unfiltered.
·
A fruity nose featuring
fresh plums and boysenberries picking up intensity in the glass with oak
dancing in and out along the way. Earth bound dark stone fruits with a
wild quality. Nicely integrated oak with a hint of citric peel in the
background. The tannins are well-structured and supple. Even better the
next day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Humboldt County -
who knew?
Reviewed June 8, 2010
ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., $40. Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Moderately
light reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy aromas of oak-infused cherry and berry fruits. Tasty cherry and
berry essence with cola and oak in the background. Elegant with soft tannins and easy drinkability. A nice little
wine for daily drinking. Good.
Reviewed June 8, 2010
ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., $57. Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Moderately light
reddish-purple color in the glass. The nose needs some time to express itself,
offering aromas of black cherries, spice box and herbs. Charming essence of
cherries and sassafras with a good dose of baking spice and juicy fruit flavors.
This wine has a way of drawing you in to its charms. This bottle did not show
quite as well as the one that won the Pinot Cup at this year’s Pigs and Pinot
event in Healdsburg. Very good.
Reviewed June 8, 2010
ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., $57. Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Moderate garnet
hue in the glass. On the nose there is a lovely interplay of cherry pie filling,
spice, pencil lead and oak char aromas. This Pinot is a delicious cherry
bombast nicely spiced with crisp and bright fruit lifted by gleeful acidity that
shows up on the finish as a citrus note. Very good.
Reviewed November 24, 2010
ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Vintners Morning Dew Ranch Anderson Valley Pinot Pinot
13.5% alc..
·
A terrific Pinot brimming with spiced red fruits that are caressing
in the mouth. Excellent balance and length with a long, powerfully aromatic
finish. Clearly one of my standouts at the Festival.
Reviewed June 9, 2008
ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Vintners Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., 358 cases, $60.
·
This is as different from the Morning Dew bottling as night and day. A
big, big wine, dark and brooding, loaded with tannin. Impenetrable now. Wiley
Pinots from past vintages have been outstanding indicating patience is required with this one.
Reviewed June 9, 2008
ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7%
alc., 358 cases, $60. When I tasted this almost a year ago, it was
impenetrable and brooding. It has now opened up.
·
Medium ruby color.
Flashy and expressive aromas of cherries and raspberries. Mouth filling
richness with oodles of raspberry fruit, some Asian spice, and a long,
chewy and aromatic finish. Really lovely wine with deft use of oak and
impeccable balance. Expensive, yes, but worth it if you want the full experience.
Reviewed June 5, 2009
ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., pH
3.46, 358 cases, $60. Released in the fall 2008. 26-year-old vines. Pommard 5
and Romanee-Conti 37 clones. Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Moderately deep reddishpurple
color in the glass. Polished cherry and stylish spice aromas. Delicious
essence of fresh plums and black cherries with an underpinning of oak-driven root
beer flavor with a potpourri of savory herbs. Impressive body and richness with
nicely balanced tannins. Very good.
Reviewed June 8, 2010
ARTICLE »
2005 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc.,180 cases, $45. Unfined
and unfiltered.
·
Intoxicating scent of black cherry jam, cola, smoke
and spice cabinet. Bright and fresh black cherries and summer
berries nicely spiced and complimented by hints of loam, mushroom
and citrus. A great expression of Pinot Noir that is seamless in every way
and with lively acidity that will make it a perfect companion at the dinner
table.
Reviewed October 1, 2008
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Humboldt County Pinot Noir
112 cases, $32. Although Humboldt
County is more well-known for an illegal mood-altering substance, there are several
microclimates here that are ideal for Pinot Noir. One other producer from this region
that stands out is Whitethorn.
·
Reviewed November 27, 2006
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.8% alc., 273 cases, $36. This wine is a
combination of several vineyards, including Buena Tierra.
·
This medium-bodied Pinot has restrained but
promising aromas of cherry, wet earth and Christmas spice. Burgundy-oriented pinotphiles, would be
attracted to this understated wine which displays subtle flavors of cherry, clove, spice and oak with a generous
acid backbone and dusty tannins on the finish.
Reviewed November 27, 2006
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Vintners Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
15% alc., $45.
·
The subdued
dark red fruits and subtle oak overtones in the nose are overshadowed by cinnamon-infused cherry,
cola and baking spices on the palate. Despite the high alcohol, the fruit holds its own, and the whole
package very enjoyable. This one grows in your mouth until you are smiling from ear to ear.
Reviewed June 3, 2007
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.8% alc., 193 cases, $46. This 26-year-old vineyard is “the bomb.”
·
This Pinot is the closest of the
three to the early Williams Selyem style and is flat-out terrific. It is light in color and elegant in style. The
nose-grabbing aromatics feature cherry pie and Asian spices with a hint of alcohol. The mouth feel is
luxurious and the lingering finish leaves dreamy memories of spiced cherries which last until the next sip.
Beautifully balanced. You will need a cold soak after drinking this one.
Reviewed November 27, 2006
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Morning Dew Ranch Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
166 cases, $46. This producer
was featured recently in the PinotFile. Nikolai Stez spent 17 years working crushes at Williams
Selyem. He now crafts small production, artisan Pinot Noirs of great interest. Woodenhead wines may be purchased on the website.
·
The wine has a pure red
fruit nose of great elegance. Very lush in the mouth with plenty of spice and vim. More fruity than complex,
with plenty of power to thrill. A Lolita.
Reviewed January 22, 2007
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Morning Dew Ranch Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., 166
cases, $46. After selling Williams Selyem and retiring, Burt Williams planted his own vineyard in the
Anderson Valley. He is prevented from making wine himself because of a non-compete agreement,
but probably prefers not too, simply relishing in nurturing a young vineyard to excellence. Two other
producers are allocated grapes from Morning Dew Ranch - Whitcraft in Santa Barbara County and Brogan
Cellars in Healdsburg.
·
This is a prodigious wine that is as dark as Pinot gets. With coaxing, a rich
nose of dark fruits, brown spice and pepper emerges. The wine is dense and chewy on the palate with
oak and earth notes preempting the fruit. The finish is mildly tannic with lively acidity. It is very tight and
concentrated at this point and I recommend decanting, or preferably, cellaring for a period.
Reviewed November 27, 2006
ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
305 cases, $46. The
Pinot Noir grapes for this wine come from 24-year-old vines, Pommard (5) and Martin
Ray (37). It is one of the Anderson Valley’s heritage vineyards, the fourth planted after
Edmeades, Husch and Van Hoorn. This vineyard is the closest to the ocean of any valley
floor vineyard resulting in a very long growing season.
·
Reviewed November 27, 2006
ARTICLE »
2003 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 86 cases, $45.
Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Smoky black cherries, cola and mocha carry this smooth and nicely weighted wine.
The flavors fan out nicely on the palate and the finish has a lively tangerine peel tang. Still plenty of life ahead.
Reviewed October 1, 2008
ARTICLE »
2002 Woodenhead Elk Prairie Vineyard Humboldt County Pinot Noir
14.1% alc. Woodenhead is a small artisanal producer of Pinot Noir and Zinfandel sourced primarily from vineyards
in the Russian River Valley and Anderson Valley. The owner and winemaker is Nikolai Stez. The
phone is 707-887-2703. The wines are offered on the website at www.woodenheadwine.com.
·
The aromas trump
the flavors here. The perfume of deep, dark cherries and spicy oak draw you in. Blackberry and black
cherry compose the flavor profile accented with a char note. A touch of phenolic bitterness mars the finish.
Reviewed May 7, 2007
ARTICLE »
2002 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc.,
120 cases, $45. Unfined and unfiltered.
·
Rich and sensual aromas of black cherries, exotic spices, and smoke
with a hint of raisin. Complex and compelling flavor profile of dark stone fruits and berries, almonds, mocha
and earth. Supple and refined with angel hair tannins and a refreshingly tangy finish. A very seductive drink
that is showing some aged patina.
Reviewed October 1, 2008
ARTICLE »
2009 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.4% alc., $53. From old vines planted on Eastside Road across the Russian River from Rochioli Vineyard. · Moderate reddish-purple color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of Bing cherries, baking spices and a dusting of oak. Very soft and seamless in the mouth, with modest, lacy tannins, offering flavors of cherry pie filling and spice with a hint of sandalwood in the background. Elegant, yet with noticeable finishing power. Very good. Reviewed February 27, 2013 ARTICLE »
2008 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.2% alc., 198 cases, $60. Last vintage for this vineyard designate as the vineyard is dying out due to phylloxera. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately deep reddish-purple color in the glass. Brooding aromas of cherries, spice, and oak vanillin. Delicious fruit bombast featuring perfectly ripe flavors of black cherries and black raspberries, with notes of sassafras, cola and exotic spices. Very broad in the mouth and distinctive, leaving a lovely cherry kiss on the lingering finish. Harmonious in every way. I guarantee you will love this wine. An All- American for sure. Reviewed November 2, 2011 ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Humboldt County Pinot Noir
14.6% alc., $40. Unfined and unfiltered. · A fruity nose featuring fresh plums and boysenberries picking up intensity in the glass with oak dancing in and out along the way. Earth bound dark stone fruits with a wild quality. Nicely integrated oak with a hint of citric peel in the background. The tannins are well-structured and supple. Even better the next day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Humboldt County - who knew? Reviewed June 8, 2010 ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., $40. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy aromas of oak-infused cherry and berry fruits. Tasty cherry and berry essence with cola and oak in the background. Elegant with soft tannins and easy drinkability. A nice little wine for daily drinking. Good. Reviewed June 8, 2010 ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., $57. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. The nose needs some time to express itself, offering aromas of black cherries, spice box and herbs. Charming essence of cherries and sassafras with a good dose of baking spice and juicy fruit flavors. This wine has a way of drawing you in to its charms. This bottle did not show quite as well as the one that won the Pinot Cup at this year’s Pigs and Pinot event in Healdsburg. Very good. Reviewed June 8, 2010 ARTICLE »
2007 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., $57. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate garnet hue in the glass. On the nose there is a lovely interplay of cherry pie filling, spice, pencil lead and oak char aromas. This Pinot is a delicious cherry bombast nicely spiced with crisp and bright fruit lifted by gleeful acidity that shows up on the finish as a citrus note. Very good. Reviewed November 24, 2010 ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Vintners Morning Dew Ranch Anderson Valley Pinot Pinot
13.5% alc.. · A terrific Pinot brimming with spiced red fruits that are caressing in the mouth. Excellent balance and length with a long, powerfully aromatic finish. Clearly one of my standouts at the Festival. Reviewed June 9, 2008 ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Vintners Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., 358 cases, $60. · This is as different from the Morning Dew bottling as night and day. A big, big wine, dark and brooding, loaded with tannin. Impenetrable now. Wiley Pinots from past vintages have been outstanding indicating patience is required with this one. Reviewed June 9, 2008 ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., 358 cases, $60. When I tasted this almost a year ago, it was impenetrable and brooding. It has now opened up. · Medium ruby color. Flashy and expressive aromas of cherries and raspberries. Mouth filling richness with oodles of raspberry fruit, some Asian spice, and a long, chewy and aromatic finish. Really lovely wine with deft use of oak and impeccable balance. Expensive, yes, but worth it if you want the full experience. Reviewed June 5, 2009 ARTICLE »
2006 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., pH 3.46, 358 cases, $60. Released in the fall 2008. 26-year-old vines. Pommard 5 and Romanee-Conti 37 clones. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately deep reddishpurple color in the glass. Polished cherry and stylish spice aromas. Delicious essence of fresh plums and black cherries with an underpinning of oak-driven root beer flavor with a potpourri of savory herbs. Impressive body and richness with nicely balanced tannins. Very good. Reviewed June 8, 2010 ARTICLE »
2005 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
13.6% alc.,180 cases, $45. Unfined and unfiltered. · Intoxicating scent of black cherry jam, cola, smoke and spice cabinet. Bright and fresh black cherries and summer berries nicely spiced and complimented by hints of loam, mushroom and citrus. A great expression of Pinot Noir that is seamless in every way and with lively acidity that will make it a perfect companion at the dinner table. Reviewed October 1, 2008 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Humboldt County Pinot Noir
112 cases, $32. Although Humboldt County is more well-known for an illegal mood-altering substance, there are several microclimates here that are ideal for Pinot Noir. One other producer from this region that stands out is Whitethorn. · Reviewed November 27, 2006 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.8% alc., 273 cases, $36. This wine is a combination of several vineyards, including Buena Tierra. · This medium-bodied Pinot has restrained but promising aromas of cherry, wet earth and Christmas spice. Burgundy-oriented pinotphiles, would be attracted to this understated wine which displays subtle flavors of cherry, clove, spice and oak with a generous acid backbone and dusty tannins on the finish. Reviewed November 27, 2006 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Vintners Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
15% alc., $45. · The subdued dark red fruits and subtle oak overtones in the nose are overshadowed by cinnamon-infused cherry, cola and baking spices on the palate. Despite the high alcohol, the fruit holds its own, and the whole package very enjoyable. This one grows in your mouth until you are smiling from ear to ear. Reviewed June 3, 2007 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.8% alc., 193 cases, $46. This 26-year-old vineyard is “the bomb.” · This Pinot is the closest of the three to the early Williams Selyem style and is flat-out terrific. It is light in color and elegant in style. The nose-grabbing aromatics feature cherry pie and Asian spices with a hint of alcohol. The mouth feel is luxurious and the lingering finish leaves dreamy memories of spiced cherries which last until the next sip. Beautifully balanced. You will need a cold soak after drinking this one. Reviewed November 27, 2006 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Morning Dew Ranch Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
166 cases, $46. This producer was featured recently in the PinotFile. Nikolai Stez spent 17 years working crushes at Williams Selyem. He now crafts small production, artisan Pinot Noirs of great interest. Woodenhead wines may be purchased on the website. · The wine has a pure red fruit nose of great elegance. Very lush in the mouth with plenty of spice and vim. More fruity than complex, with plenty of power to thrill. A Lolita. Reviewed January 22, 2007 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Morning Dew Ranch Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., 166 cases, $46. After selling Williams Selyem and retiring, Burt Williams planted his own vineyard in the Anderson Valley. He is prevented from making wine himself because of a non-compete agreement, but probably prefers not too, simply relishing in nurturing a young vineyard to excellence. Two other producers are allocated grapes from Morning Dew Ranch - Whitcraft in Santa Barbara County and Brogan Cellars in Healdsburg. · This is a prodigious wine that is as dark as Pinot gets. With coaxing, a rich nose of dark fruits, brown spice and pepper emerges. The wine is dense and chewy on the palate with oak and earth notes preempting the fruit. The finish is mildly tannic with lively acidity. It is very tight and concentrated at this point and I recommend decanting, or preferably, cellaring for a period. Reviewed November 27, 2006 ARTICLE »
2004 Woodenhead Wiley Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
305 cases, $46. The Pinot Noir grapes for this wine come from 24-year-old vines, Pommard (5) and Martin Ray (37). It is one of the Anderson Valley’s heritage vineyards, the fourth planted after Edmeades, Husch and Van Hoorn. This vineyard is the closest to the ocean of any valley floor vineyard resulting in a very long growing season. · Reviewed November 27, 2006 ARTICLE »
2003 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc., 86 cases, $45. Unfined and unfiltered. · Smoky black cherries, cola and mocha carry this smooth and nicely weighted wine. The flavors fan out nicely on the palate and the finish has a lively tangerine peel tang. Still plenty of life ahead. Reviewed October 1, 2008 ARTICLE »
2002 Woodenhead Elk Prairie Vineyard Humboldt County Pinot Noir
14.1% alc. Woodenhead is a small artisanal producer of Pinot Noir and Zinfandel sourced primarily from vineyards in the Russian River Valley and Anderson Valley. The owner and winemaker is Nikolai Stez. The phone is 707-887-2703. The wines are offered on the website at www.woodenheadwine.com. · The aromas trump the flavors here. The perfume of deep, dark cherries and spicy oak draw you in. Blackberry and black cherry compose the flavor profile accented with a char note. A touch of phenolic bitterness mars the finish. Reviewed May 7, 2007 ARTICLE »
2002 Woodenhead Buena Tierra Vineyard Original Planting Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., 120 cases, $45. Unfined and unfiltered. · Rich and sensual aromas of black cherries, exotic spices, and smoke with a hint of raisin. Complex and compelling flavor profile of dark stone fruits and berries, almonds, mocha and earth. Supple and refined with angel hair tannins and a refreshingly tangy finish. A very seductive drink that is showing some aged patina. Reviewed October 1, 2008 ARTICLE »
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