Porthos Only 3 barrels (75 cases) produced! THE WINE INSIDERS “Classic 98” Rating: “The deep color and intense galaxy of blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors are only a hint of what an extraordinary wine these oh-so-cultish producers have created. The richness and complexity are …

… ‘Cult’ Pinot Noir because there is a new player in town and it’s crafted in microscopic proportions by the “Rhone Ranger” himself, John Alban. Wedell Pinot is the first - and only - Pinot produced by John Alban the guru of ravishing Syrah that Robert Parker has consistently awarded “94 – 99 points” …

Porthos PORTHOS INSIDER SCOOP: We call this wine the "insiders MARCASSIN" because it’s hand crafted in microscopic proportions and insanely tasty. Boutique production is too small for the winery to bother submit to Parker or Spectator for any ratings but we say "Classic" 96 points. THE WINE …

… Pinot Noir Freestone Station 2005 – Robert Parker 94 points • 1 bottle of Kosta Browne Sonoma Coast 2006 - Wine Spect. Favorite • 1 bottle of WEDELL “HILLSIDE RESERVE” 2005 – only 75 cases produced! • 1 bottle of Martinelli “Bella Vigne” 2005 – from Marcassin winemaker Helen Turley …

… 75 cases!) compared to Napa Cabernet. Radio-Coteau Pinot Noir La Neblina 2007 Bonaccorsi Pinot Noir Presidio 2005 Capiaux Pinot Noir Pisoni 2006 Wedell Pinot Noir Unfiltered 2006 Martinelli Pinot Noir Bondi Home Ranch 2007 L'Angevin Pinot Noir Sonoma Stage 2006