Last night, my wife and I spent the evening with Randall Grahm and crew over at Boony Doon in Santa Cruz for their winemaker dinner prior to today's "Day of the Doon VII - 7 Wonders of the Dooniverse" (their annual club member food, wine & fun love fest," according to their Facebook page).

I'll be writing more about the dinner, Bonny Doon and Randall Grahm soon, but, for now, and in prep for today's events at the winery, am posting my Twitter tasting notes from the dinner. Overall, an amazing assortment of wine, incredibly well-paired with the food...and a host and crew that was second to none. Thanks for your hospitality, Bonny Doon - have a great time today (wish I could be there).

Twitter tasting notes:

• 2008 ca' del solo muscat. think Sauvignon blanc with just a splash of sweet muscat. delicious and refreshing.

• 2007 vin gris de cigare rose. shocked my wife by saying I'd buy this rose even though not a rose fan.

• 2004 le cigare blanc. like lemon water with a touch of honey and soil. very delicate and well balanced.

• 2000 le cigare volant. amazing nose - licorice, fresh dirt, musty (in the best of ways), tart raspberry fruit.

• 2000 le cigare volant. perfectly paired with rich chicken and fig - acid cuts straight through the meal

• 2004 ca' del solo nebbiolo. very pure version of nebbiolo, paired w/ veal cheeks & fried gnocchi. perfect pair.

• 2001 old telegram old vine mourvedre. "oh, that's the stuff" heard next to me. couldn't agree more

• 2001 old telegram old vine mourvedre. cherry, chocolate, anise, chalk, very little oak. beautiful wine.

• the full menu. every course better than the last. http://yfrog.com/0vyt7gj

• 2004 muscat vin de glaciere. sweet dessert wine, dried apricots, raisins, pears. incredibly vibrant nose.

• signing off. amazing dinner. incredible wines. off to enjoy dessert.

Sam over at 1000 corks was also at dinner with us and you can find his post here at the 1000 corks blog.
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