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Wine Tasting Notes of Nan & Michael
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No. California & Oregon Wines and Wineries

TROON VINEYARD
1475 Kubli Road, Grants Pass
(541) 846-9900
http://www.troonvineyard.com

Merlot grapes

This winery boosts the oldest vineyard in Oregon -- planted in 1972 by the original owner, Dick Troon. Now owned by the Martin family, they follow organic principles to produce some nice wines.

Tasting hours: Daily from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Closed in January.



Listed wines and/or vintages may no longer be available. Contact the winery for the most recent releases.

2006 River Guide White
Dry Riesling blend. Sweet --> dry. "Patio wine." Very good! Gold Medal winner, Best of Class.

2005 Alice's Rosé
Strawberry aroma. A sweeter wine that would be excellent as a transition wine for white wine drinkers..

2006 Druid's Fluid
Yum! Light, fruity, not oversweet. The most popular red wine in So. Oregon.

2007 Holiday Cheers
Perfect for holiday dinners. Cloves and cinnamon spices.

Vertical - 1st Bottling
Excellent wine! An interesting blend that you won't find anywhere else. Five years in the making.

2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Fresh fruit flavors. Drinkable now. Probably best in 4-5 years. Silver Medal winner.

2004 Insomia Port
Ripe plum flavor. Not too sweet or too overwhelming for those who prefer a lighter port. Multiple medal winner.

2005 Insomnia Port Reserve (limited release)
Wonderful wine for cold nights.