Novelty Hill Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sangiovese, Columbia Valley, USA

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The crimson-colored 2006 Sangiovese has a nose of red cherry, cassis, and damp earth. Sweet and concentrated on the palate, this tasty Sangiovese is firm and well balanced. It will drink well for another 5-7 years. Novelty Hill and Stillwater Creek Vineyard are owned by Tom Alberg. The vineyard, located on the Royal Slope of the Frenchman Hills (way off the beaten path), was planted in 2000 and is beginning to acquire a reputation for the high quality of its fruit. A year ago the winery moved into its new quarters in Woodinville which it shares with Januik Winery. The Novelty Hills wines are made by the talented Mike Januik. This portfolio over-delivers in a very big way.Tel. (425) 481-8317; www.noveltyhillwines.com

The 2005 Sangiovese Stillwater Creek Vineyard. Medium ruby-colored, it exhibits aromas of road tar and cherry. On the palate, the wine offers ample sweet fruit, spicy red cherry flavors, and good balance but the finish is slightly lean. Drink it now through 2012.Novelty Hill is owned by venture capitalist Tom Alberg. He also owns Stillwater Creek Vineyard located on the Royal Slope of the Frenchman Hills which was planted in 2000. Last year the winery moved into its impressive new building in Woodinville. In addition to sharing the space with Januik Winery, Alberg also employs Mike Januik as winemaker for Novelty Hill.Tel. (425) 481-8317; www.noveltyhillwines.com