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| Husch Vineyards is a small, family owned and operated winery. It is the oldest winery in the Anderson Valley appellation, located in Mendocino County (Northern California) just 2 1/2 hours north of San Francisco. | Philo, CA
Phone: (800) 554-8724
Website: http://www.huschvineyards.com
Appellation: Anderson Valley
Map to Husch Vineyards
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2006 Sauvignon Blanc
Aromas of lemongrass, grapefruit, lime and bright melon are evident on the nose. The tangy acidity complements the lemon custard, flinty citrus and fresh melon on the palate. A hin ... moret of grass helps to balance this wine's well-integrated fruit and crisp dry texture.
Enjoy our Sauvignon Blanc chilled with a fresh fruit and cheese platter or pair with spicy cuisine. Try it with your favorite chicken dishes, our Roasted Zucchini Spread, Fresh Fruit Salsa, or our Grilled Pineapple Salsa.
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Pinot Noir
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2006 Pinot Noir
The 2006 Pinot Noir shows aromas of bing cherry, plum, cola and clove. Aromas repeat on the palate with the addition of subdued vanilla and raspberry. Focused bright acidity highli ... moreghts the cooler growing season and frames the silky texture of this vintage.
This wine is a delicious accompaniment to a traditional lamb dish like Shepherd's Pie and we also recommend it with grilled salmon, veal dishes or Exotic Mushroom Pâté.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2005 vintage of cabernet sauvignon is a deep purple color, with aromas of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant and dried herbs. On the palate black fruit flavors repeat and couple wit ... moreh black pepper, coffee, sweet oak, cassis and a hint of leather. The texture shows balanced tannin and a round mouthfeel. This wine offers nice depth and concentration and should age well over the next ten years.
This vintage pairs nicely with food. A magnificent accompaniment would be Filet Mignon With Whiskey Mushroom Sauce, grilled vegetables, or roast lamb and warm spinach salad.
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Gewurztraminer
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2006 Late Harvest GewĂĽrztraminer
Aromas of beeswax and honeysuckle, lychee, spiced apricot, citrus rind and rose petal grace the nose. The palate highlights apricot and lychee with nuances of nutmeg and cinnamon. ... moreThe mouthfeel is broad and full with lingering viscosity and balanced acidity. A hint of petrol and jalapeno play on the finish. The residual sugar is balanced with lively acidity so this wine can be enjoyed on its own or with a light dessert (try our Almond Ginger Biscotti recipe!). Husch late harvest Gewurztraminer will gain complexity and richness over the next 5-10 years.
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Chardonnay
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2006 Chardonnay
This estate Chardonnay is fruit forward and very food friendly. Aromas of crisp Bosc pear, Red Delicious apples, citrus blossom and lemon zest intermingle with the modestly restrai ... morened bouquet notes of toasted oak, vanilla, nutmeg and hints of clove. On the palate, fruit reflecting the nose abounds with the additional suggestion of stone fruit. A full round mouth-feel and balanced acidity ensure successful food and wine pairing across a range of cuisine, especially grilled fish or grilled chicken topped with our Tomatillo Sauce.
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Gewurztraminer
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2006 GewĂĽrztraminer
Intense floral aromas of rose petal, gardenia and honeysuckle couple with the subtle perfumed spice notes of ginger and green tea. In the mouth the wine confirms its floral and spi ... morece character and shows zesty citrus and concentrated lychee-nut. The mouthfeel is crisp but hints at a broad and slightly oily texture on the mid-palate, the finish is zesty. Delight in the Husch 2006 Gewurztraminer with Asian cuisine, fresh fruit and cheeses, turkey dinner, or on a warm afternoon.
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Chenin Blanc
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2006 Chenin Blanc
Our 2006 vintage was harvested in the early morning cold, and crushed and pressed at the winery. After a long and cold fermentation we immediately bottled the wine, to make the fin ... moreal product fresh and vibrant. The 2006 Chenin Blanc offers inviting aromas of honeysuckle and white peach with a slight floral note. To the palate this off-dry wine is soft and round with the right balance of bright fruit and zesty acidity. Even “non-wine drinkers” have been known to fall in love with the Husch Chenin Blanc.
This is the ideal wine for a picnic, aperitif or with a fruit and cheese course. It is also excellent with fresh oysters, cracked crab, or your favorite spicy Asian dish.
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Chardonnay
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2006 'Vine One' Chardonnay
Because so many Chardonnay wines today emphasize their oak character, we wanted to return to old world techniques for making a wine that distinguishes itself with the quality of it ... mores fruit. To reach this goal we fermented about half of the wine in tank and the remaining half in French oak barrels. The stainless steel component showcases the unique fruit in this wine while the barrel component adds a texture and richness to the final blend.
Look for the lively aromas of apricot, peach, and floral notes. The fruit shines in this lightly-oaked wine and a mineral component adds to the complexity. The bright acidity and lean style make it a great food wine. Enjoy it with Rosemary Roasted Chicken or fresh seafood.
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Muscat
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2007 Muscat Canelli
The 2007 Muscat Canelli opens with aromas of orange, apricot, peach, and a slight floral note. Each mouth-watering sip demonstrates a fine balance of between the sweetness of the s ... moreugar and crisp flavors of the wine. The wine finishes long and clean with a slight note of spice. It pairs well with spicy Asian dishes or serve after dinner with fresh fruit and angel food cake. We also suggest our Grilled Pineapple Salsa or with a Muscat Berry Layer Cake.
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2006 Sauvignon Blanc 'Renegade'
Back by popular demand, the 2006 Renegade Sauvignon Blanc continues in the wild tradition of the debut 2000 vintage. Once again, we did not inoculate the juice with yeast, but rath ... moreer allowed the native or renegade yeasts residing in the vineyard and winery to populate the juice and start the fermentation process.
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Syrah
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2005 Syrah
This vintage of Syrah, our third, was again made from the young vines at La Ribera Vineyards. This wine was hand crafted in a style similar to the full-bodied Syrahs of the norther ... moren Rhone Valley of France.
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Other Red
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2006 Mojo Red
Husch has seen several generations of family over the years and now the fourth generation is toddling through the winery. At age 5 Morgan Joseph ('Mojo') isn't quite a full fledged ... more winemaker, but he is a favorite with tasting room staff and visitors.
Our goal with the wine has not changed. You can still expect a Cabernet Sauvignon based wine that is affordable and ready to drink tonight. With the 2006 vintage we blended Cabernet Sauvignon (71%) and Carignane (29%). Approach this wine with high expectations; despite the price this wine is hand crafted in small batches.
The 2006 vintage offers a deep garnet color. Aromas reminisce of black cherry and blackberry -- with a hint of tobacco and clove. The wine offers similar flavors, a nice structure, and a little smoke on the finish.
Mojo Red is meant to be enjoyed while young (it is served as the "house red" at many Mendocino County restaurants) and is an excellent affordable choice for a large gathering. Try it with grilled steaks, pasta, pizza or your favorite burger.
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Pinot Noir
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2006 'Vin Gris' Pinot Noir
The Vin Gris is back. For the second year, Husch has added a pink wine to its usual mix of red and white varietals. We call our wine a Vin Gris – “grey wine” – which typica ... morelly denotes a pink wine that is, unlike its sweet cousin “blush”, dry (containing no residual sugar). While a Vin Gris can be made from almost any type of red grape, it was natural for Husch to choose Pinot Noir which is one of the winery’s specialties.
The grapes were crushed at the winery and allowed to soak up only a small portion of the pigment from the dark grape skins. When the juice had turned pick – but not yet fully red – we gently pressed the must and separated the pink grape juice from the dark grape skins. The wine was then fermented like a white wine and bottled without any extensive aging in the winery.
The 2006 Vin Gris offers delicate flavors of strawberry and watermelon with a touch of spice. Perfect for a summer afternoon, this rosé has a round mouthfeel, yet finishes dry and crisp. Enjoy with fresh fruit or a light summer brunch.
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Pinot Noir 'Knoll'
The 2005 Knoll shows aromas of cherry, rum, earth cedar, clove and rose petals with flavors repeating on the palate with high-toned berry, candied plum and cola notes.
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Chardonnay
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2005 Chardonnay 'Reserve'
The 2005 Special Reserve Chardonnay shows spice aromas of nutmeg, cinnamon, anise, vanilla and clove as well as a healthy dose of toasty oak and subtle yeast notes. On the palate r ... moreipe pear, granny smith apple and mango dominate followed with a hint of citrus zest and mineral overtones. Creamy oak enhances the rich mouthfeel, helps integrate the fruit and spice and leads to a long finish. Enjoy a glass of this full-bodied wine before dinner.
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Other White
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2006 LA Blanc
Husch holds a strong belief that wine should be affordable, especially within our own local community. For this reason, we blend each year a white table wine that can be enjoyed by ... more our friends and neighbors on a daily basis. Not surprisingly, our LA Blanc is a favorite with local restaurants and neighbors who drop by the tasting room to pick up a case. In 2003 we renamed the wine to pay tribute to Luke and Amelia, the fourth generation in the H.A. Oswald family.
This year’s vintage is an enticing blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay with a touch of Muscat Canelli and Gewurztraminer. The grapes were harvested and brought directly from the vineyards to the winery where they were immediately pressed. The Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat Canelli, and Gewurztraminer juice was cold-fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks to preserve the subtle aromas and flavors of the varieties. The Chardonnay was barrel fermented and then racked-up to tank for aging.
The resulting wine has initial aromas of honeydew, wildflowers, apple and pear. It finishes off-dry, with a crisp finish and lingering tones of tropical fruit and orange peel.
This versatile wine is excellent with light entrees of p
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Other Red
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2003 Grand Oz
It was our Grandfather – “Grand Oz” - who introduced our family to grape-growing and wine. A longtime farmer, HA Oswald, Jr. grew some of Mendocino County’s best grapes at ... morethe family vineyard and produced some of the region’s finest wines. While every bottle of Husch carries his name we thought it fitting that this exclusive wine be named in his honor.
The inaugural vintage of Grand Oz is a Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blend – using the best fruit from HA Oswald’s home ranch combined with the best barrels in the winery. With only two barrels produced (540 bottles) this wine was nurtured from vineyard to bottle with extreme pride and care. Each bottle of Grand Oz was hand numbered, wax sealed and signed by third generation family owners, Zac Robinson and Amanda Holstine.
Understated and refined, this vintage is true to character. The dark Cabernet Sauvignon fruit shows rich cassis flavors with hints of cedar and eucalyptus. The beautiful bright fruit of the Syrah also brings an element of leather and smoke. The lower alcohol (12.4%) of this vintage allows it to pair well with food as well as age gracefully in the bottle.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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2004 Cabernet Sauvignon 'Reserve'
The grapes were hand selected from the best Cabernet vines at La Ribera Vineyards which border the Russian River and Morrison Creek in the warm Ukiah Valley. The wine was fermented ... more in closed top stainless steel tanks and pumped over 3 times a day for flavor and color extraction. A short 4 day extended maceration was employed post dryness. The wine was then nurtured in a collection of 75% new French oak barrels for 15 months.
The resulting wine has aromas of cassis, black currant and leather with a hint of eucalyptus. It is deep Bordeaux red in color with rich berry and cocoa flavors. The tannins are firm, allowing for optimum aging potential.
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Zinfandel
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2004 'Old Vine' Zinfandel
Husch's Zinfandel was harvested from 55 year-old vines at La Ribera Vineyards. The gnarly head-pruned vines are part of the original plantings on the banks of the Russian River. Th ... moreese aged vines only yield two tons per acre but the resulting wine shows the wonderful complexity of old vine Zinfandel.
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Pinot Noir 'Reserve'
The wine is the embodiment of classic Pinot Noir. Dominated by notes of sweet cherry, strawberry, and subtle spice, the aromas are both broad and deep. The palate echoes the aromas ... more, building to a rich mid-palate, and a lingering finish of cherry and spice. The fruit is nicely balanced with the acidity and tannins, making this wine equally enjoyable with or without food.
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Gewurztraminer
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2006 'T-Bud Dry Cuvee' Gewurztraminer
In 2005 we took four acres of Chardonnay and grafted Gewurztraminer onto the vines here at the Husch property using the age-old T-bud technique. The vines are thriving and Husch's ... morefirst crop from our T-bud block provides the structure for this special dry Gewurztraminer cuvee.
This dry Gewurztraminer has rose petal and ginger aromas complemented by fresh citrus and lychee flavors. Less than 300 cases were made of this debut wine.
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Updated on March 27, 2008
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