Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate

The 2008 Chook Raffle is 100% Chardonnay which was partially barrel-fermented. It is a spicy, straightforward effort with savory flavors and decent length meant for near-term drinking.

The Shoofly wines are made by the talented Ben Riggs.

Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate
2008 Chook Raffle Chardonnay
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Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate

The 2008 Shiraz spent 10 months in seasoned French and American oak. Purple-colored, it exhibits a nose of violets, plums, and blueberry. Easy-going and friendly on the palate, it has plenty of ripe flavor and a smooth finish. Drink it over the next 3 years. Both wines are good values.

Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate
2008 Shiraz
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