We opened with the 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, which we rated as great. It featured playful citrus notes with racy acidity. The ‘09 Chardonnay was also a tasty wine and has won its share of awards. For us, the reds were the main attraction.
Perhaps the star of the afternoon was the 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. Cleve, a member of our tasting troupe, said that he could spend the whole night with this wine. It is full-bodied with blackberry jam flavors.
We circled back for some more white, discovering their beautiful 2009 Viognier and a superb 2009 Chardonnay Reserve.
If we had no more wine, we would have been satisfied and considered Koehler an amazing boutique winery (they produce about 6,000 cases a year). But the vino kept coming and kept amazing our team.
The 2007 Magia Nera is a nice, rich blend of 65% Sangiovese and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon with sour cherry highlights.
The 2007 Estate Syrah is a statement wine: Look at what we can do! This is a wine that could be cellared for a decade, but is ready to drink now with tasteful layers of plum, spice and earth. For only $30.
Rich, chocolaty and bold is how we describe the 2007 Cabernet Reserve, which sells for $55. With swirls of raspberry flavors, this is a wine that will satisfy for years to come.
As a wrap-up to a fine day of tasting, we toured the grounds of Koehler, which has picturesque picnic area and some happy goats in the surrounding fields.
Koehler was a highlight on our wine caravan and is certain to be a high point for you as well.
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