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2011 Keplinger Caldera

Removed from a temperature and humidity controlled wine storage unit; Purchased at retail

Ends Sunday, 7pm Pacific

RATINGS

94Wine Spectator

Explodes with dark berry, road tar, hot brick, tobacco and cigar notes that command attention, with reverberating flavors of black licorice and subtle volcanic earth that are grainy and gripping.

94Vinous / IWC

...impresses for its elegance and pure textural silkiness. Dark red cherry, plum, spice, leather and licorice notes.. ..distinctly savory, high-toned and delicate, but it is the wine's finish that impresses above all else.

REGION

United States, California, Sierra Foothills, El Dorado

Sierra Foothills AVA is in the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and it includes parts of eight counties. With total acreage of 2.6 million acres, and nearly 6,000 vineyard acres, it is one of the largest appellations in California. Wine grapes were planted in the foothills during the Gold Rush in the mid-19th century and the appellation was officially recognized in 1987. There are five sub-appellations within the Sierra Foothills region, and more than 100 wineries, most small and family-owned. Zinfandel is the most successful wine grape in this region, though Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are also planted.