As always, our Merlot is fruit forward and lush on the palate. Geoff is looking for rich flavor concentration and round, polished tannins so, following a few days "cold soak", he guided the wine through a warm fermentation to coax the dark, plummy lusciousness out of the fruit. Full, rich and complex, it's loaded with black cherry, sweet boysenberry, dusty earth and mocha finishing with lingering toasty oak and a hint of aromatic herbs. "This vintage has the generosity of fruit and supple elegance I look for in a Merlot."

The abundant fruit and soft tannins make our Merlot an easy-going match for a variety of foods. It's a delicious partner for everything from roast chicken or pork, to grilled rib-eye. Merlot is a time-honored and sumptuous favorite with grilled or roast lamb. Geoff loves it with Colleen's recipe for Cornish Hens with Merlot Glaze. "The rosemary and thyme bring out the subtle herb and woodsy character in the wine. It's great!"

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Geoff farms our Chardonnay in the breezy Carneros District where the cooling bay fog added to the effect of the long ripening season yielding small, intensely flavored clusters. Following harvest the first week of October, he fermented half the juice in oak for roundness and richness and the other half in stainless steel for vibrant fruit character. He brought the two together to create a fresh style of great complexity and vitality. A bright perfume of green apple, sweet vanilla, pineapple and spice anticipates lively flavors of Asian pear, Meyer lemon and toasty oak. The creamy, lingering finish is the mark of several months of aging sur lies.

The crisp acidity makes our Chardonnay very versatile at the table. Geoff loves it with Colleen's recipe for Salmon Cakes with Lemon Herb Aioli. "Salmon is a classic with Chardonnay and Colleen's aioli sauce has just the right amount of lemon to bring out the citrus notes in the wine. It's a great combination!" Enjoy the Chardonnay with everything from sautéed shellfish to roast pork loin or pasta with cream sauce. It's an easy-going partner for a wide variety of cheeses. The tasting room staff loves it with Gruyere or a bit of Brie at the end of the day. Cheers!

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Syrah is an ancient variety of the Rhone Valley in southern France, famous for its deep color, full flavor and longevity. Perhaps the ancient Romans enjoyed a glass of Syrah in their time just as much as we do today! One taste of this Goosecross 2005 Napa Valley Syrah will tell you why it's survived the centuries. Rich, deep flavors of black currant, boysenberry, dark chocolate and smoke finish with a subtle hint of earth and spice. Enjoy it now or lay it down in the cellar to develop even greater complexity over the coming years.

The robust flavors of our Syrah make it a natural for hearty foods, like grilled steak, wild game or sausages. Mediterranean-style preparations that include lots of herbs, garlic and olive oil meld beautifully with the richly fruity, slightly smoky character. Geoff loves the Syrah with Colleen's recipe for Wild Mixed Mushroom Fettuccine. "The rich, meaty flavor of the mushrooms brings out the earthy flavor in the wine. It's a perfect match. Plus, it's easy to make!" Santé!

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"What a great year to debut our Estate vineyard! Great looking fruit just packed with flavor..." recalls Geoff Gorsuch, our Winemaker, of our first estate harvest since replanting in 2003. The 2005 vintage presented almost textbook conditions with warm, sunny days and cool, foggy nights throughout the growing season. The new vineyard is planted to 3 different clones of Cabernet Sauvignon, 2 clones each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, plus a bit of Petit Verdot. "...If this first vintage is any indicator, we've got a pretty darned nice vineyard on our hands."

"I really like the way this wine came into balance. The Cabernet from the young vines on our estate gave us lots of bright, vibrant fruit character and then I blended in some mature Cabernet from our Howell Mountain vineyard for added depth and complexity." Geoff guided the wine through a warm fermentation to bring out the rich boysenberry, black cherry, blueberry and dark chocolate. Layers of ripe plum, sweet strawberry, vanilla spice and toasty oak linger on the palate, finishing with round, polished tannins.

This Cabernet is the perfect partner for grilled steak or roast rack of lamb. It's wonderful with slow-cooked dishes like osso-buco or a savory beef stew. Geoff's favorite comfort food is Colleen's recipe for Short Ribs with Coffee Cocoa Sauce. "The coffee and cocoa in the sauce add a subtle richness and with a glass of the Cab, it just feels like home."

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Goosecross Cellars Offers iPhone-Optimized Podcasts and Web Content

Yountville, Calif. -- Goosecross Cellars, a Napa Valley family winery in Yountville has upgraded Napa Valley Wine Radio (napavalleywineradio.com), its ground-breaking website devoted to wine country living, so that both podcasts and blog sites are now iPhone-optimized to display better and faster on an Apple iPhone. Napa Valley Wine Radio also boasts a special iPhone podcast page so that users can listen to podcasts directly without connecting to iTunes and syncing.

By easily accessing information on their iPhones, wine and food lovers around the world can instantly and conveniently learn more about wines, winemaking techniques, local foods, harvest news and Napa Valley events and destinations. New podcasts are added bi-weekly to Napa Valley Wine Radio to keep listeners educated, entertained and informed.

"Podcasts are one of the most effective and versatile communications tools I've seen emerge in years," says David Topper, Napa Valley Wine Radio host and Goosecross Cellars co-owner. "We are able to provide our listeners with an up-close look at wine, food and life in the Napa Valley while providing great educational content, interesting topics and establishing a personal connection with our listeners. Now that Napa Valley Wine Radio is iPhone-optimized, it's even easier to use. We took this step in response to the overwhelming success of Apple iPhone sales. Our goal is to disseminate value-based information in the most effective, up-to-date fashion possible."

Since its inception in 1985, Goosecross Cellars in Yountville has been at the forefront of technological innovation for the purpose of connecting with those interested in food and wine. One of the first Napa Valley wineries to launch its own website back in 1994 (goosecross.com), Goosecross introduced Napa Valley Wine Radio, complete with podcasts and blogs, in 2005. The internet-based broadcast was the first ever winery podcast, and continues to be accessed by thousands of wine and food lovers worldwide. Goosecross was also the first winery in the world to offer RSS feeds to disseminate valued consumer information about wine and food.

The winery is currently revamping its original website (goosecross.com) and introducing a brand new website dedicated to its proprietary Meritage wine blend, AEROS (aeroswine.com) which has developed a powerful cult following over the years.

Hidden away on a quiet lane in charming Yountville, Goosecross Cellars is a favorite destination for discerning wine lovers in search of premium wines that can't be found in stores. Well-known for its warm and friendly hospitality, Goosecross Cellars is reminiscent of the Napa Valley of years ago, when family members and their friends poured wines and winemakers frequently stopped by the tasting room to visit with guests. Goosecross Cellars wines are only available at the winery, at select restaurants and through the winery website.

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"It's funny how 2004 was the polar opposite of 2003, and yet the quality and consistency of this vineyard really comes through in both vintages..." comments Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch. While the 2003 vintage was late to ripen, 2004 got off to a jack-rabbit start with a false summer in March and never let up, ending with one of the earliest harvests in memory. "...yields were down a bit, but the fruit was gorgeous. This has all the richness and elegance I look for in a top-notch Merlot."

The Merlot was gently crushed and allowed a few days "cold soak" before the fermentation to increase flavor extraction without picking up excess tannins. Geoff found that adding a bit of Petit Verdot brought a sense of subtle sweetness to the nose and enhanced the luscious, palate-coating mouth feel--the first crop from our estate vineyard since re-planting it a few years ago. Enticing aromas of black cherry, sweet strawberry, mint and spice anticipate lush layers of velvety plum, rich blackberry, a hint of aromatic herbs and toasty oak that linger on the palate.

With its silky tannins the Merlot is very versatile at the table. It's a rich and wonderful partner for the sweetness of roast pork. An herb-stuffed roast chicken or duck will complement the subtle hint of herbs in the wine. Rediscover a classic combination and enjoy our Merlot with lamb. For a special treat, Geoff loves to savor a glass of the Merlot with Colleen's recipe for Rack of Lamb with Pomegranate Molasses. Give it a try!

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Our new release from the Howell Mountain appellation of Napa Valley where rugged terrain and elevation produce bold, complex wines is ready to be served at your table!

This Howell Mountain Cabernet is abundantly aromatic with rich, dark chocolate, cherry, toasty oak and a hint of earth. The flavors present layers of tart cherry, cinnamon, blackberry and mocha, finishing with subtle nuances of smoke and spice with firm, chewy tannins.

Its depth and structure make it a great candidate to cellar for years to come, or decant and enjoy it now.

A big and bold tannic wine calls for substantial food, and this limited release Cabernet pairs beautifully with braised short ribs, prime rib or wild game. This wine would nicely complement Colleen's recipe for Steaks with Cabernet Mushroom Sauce.

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This ÆROS blend is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.5% Cabernet Franc and 2.5% Petit Verdot. Grapes were hand-selected from the finest lots grown in our Howell Mountain and Yountville Estate vineyards. This Cabernet exemplifies a sensual expression of purpose, form, and passion.

ÆROS 2004 is elegantly fragrant with aromas of black cherry, plum, cedar and spice. Generous layers of boysenberry, tobacco, anise and toasty oak linger on the palate. Absorbing and expressive now, but will continue to develop in the cellar for years to come.

It's great to showcase a rare wine like this with simple, but elegant food. There's something to be said for tradition, and pairing ÆROS with a good steak or prime rib of beef is excellent. Or try it with rack of lamb. The richness of the lamb makes a hedonistic partner for the rich complexity of ÆROS.

Bon appetit!

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Seductively perfumed and fresh on the palate, there's no oak to mask the fragrant honeysuckle, sweet Asian pear, fresh green apple and hint of spice. A crisp, citrus finish offsets the soft, subtle sweetness.

For a beautiful complement, try the Chenin Blanc with "sweet" meats like duck or pork, and seal the match by using a little of the wine and some fruit in the sauce. For a lively contrast, the crisp, refreshing Chenin Blanc is an ideal counterpoint to the heat and spice of Szechwan chicken or hot curry.

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Enticing aromas of orange blossom, white peach, green apple and spice. Full, luscious layers of ripe melon, honeyed pear and tropical fruit intermingle with fresh citrus to refresh the palate.

Serve with "sweet" meats like shellfish, pork and duck. The fresh, tropical flavors offset spicy Asian and Indian dishes for a lively contrast. The exotic flavors in Colleen's recipe for Grilled Mahi Mahi with Pear-Ginger Salsa meld beautifully with the citrus and spice in the Viognier.

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This popular wine is finally here (but our waiting list purchased over half the inventory)!

Our vintage 2006 Sauvignon Blanc... Fresh pear, zesty citrus and hint of grassiness. Light and vivacious on the palate, there's no oak to mask the exotic lemongrass, crisp green apple, ripe melon and a lingering grapefruit finish.

The clean, refreshing acidity makes this a very versatile partner at the table. The perfect choice for everything from ceviche to grilled prawns to sautéed sea bass.Try it with Colleen's recipe for Gourmet Grilled Chicken and Garlic Pizza.

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Over the past year the episodes have included diverse topics such as advice on wine and food pairing, interviews with the cork and closure industry, a vineyard manager explaining viticultural practices, interviews with culinary excursion companies, an episode on wine components and spoilage and numerous other subjects. The podcast episodes are released every two weeks.

"We've had a lot of fun and learned some things the hard way, but, as always, we're focused on our customers and providing them with high-quality wine education in a variety of formats. Our goal is to enhance the listeners' overall wine experience and engagement with us, and to reach the next generation of wine consumers via a medium they readily and enthusiastically embrace.

After running multiple surveys, we listened to our subscribers and Napa Valley Wine Radio has now evolved into a wine community incorporating podcasts, blogs, forums, recipes, direct access to our Director of Wine Education, and more" explains David Topper, Goosecross Owner and President.

Listeners can subscribe to these podcast episodes from the napavalleywineradio.com website, or listen to them on their Mac or PC using any of the widely available podcasting applications, such as Mobilize, iTunes, QuickTime, Juice, and jPodder.

To participate in the Napa Valley Wine Radio wine & lifestyle community, go to napavalleywineradio.com. More information about Goosecross Cellars can be found online at goosecross.com

The very mild weather we've had this month and last was great for hang-time and allowed for plenty of flavor development without too much sugar. Overall balance looks terrific. We're thankful to have the crop 'in the barn' and that it looks like an excellent vintage for us."

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Goosecross is pleased to announce the availability of three new key positions to round out it's team and prepare for continued growth and success.

SALES & NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual committed to being part of our evolving and successful winery with the ability to impact our future success. We offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities and benefits as well as exceptional career growth potential.

MARKETING

Goosecross is currently seeking an enthusiastic, strategic and analytical individual with a mind for data-driven marketing and a flair for creative execution. This is a "you create it...you do it position" with the advice and full support of this small-family winery team.

Candidates must have a "customer-centric" approach to marketing. Primary focus for this position is customer acquisition and retention. Must be able to analyze current and potential customer needs, data and purchasing habits in an effort to identify most effective opportunities for return on investment and revenue opportunities online, in tasting room and in local community. Must be able to communicate effectively, efficiently and timely with a team in multiple locations, coordinate various consultants, contractors and agencies, and have the ability to work autonomously.

SALES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Goosecross Cellars is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Sales Administrative Assistant. This integral member of the team will provide administrative support to sales and customer support within the winery office.

For more information, go to: goosecross.com

We are excited to announce that the satellite radio debut of Napa Valley Wine Radio will occur this coming Saturday, July 22, 2006 at 1:20PM EST.

The show will be aired on:
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A complimentary Internet stream of this PSN broadcast is available here: http://207.36.209.181/asx/star6.asx (this PSN feed requires Windows Media Player and will only work at our scheduled air time each week).

Podcasts are part of Goosecross' on-going commitment to provide its consumers with top quality, cutting-edge service, and to provide other wine enthusiasts with creative and convenient ways to learn about Goosecross wines. "Because we focus on direct sales to consumers and do not rely heavily on the marketing efforts of wholesalers and retailers, we strive to be leaders in the wine industry in the use of new and unique services, in order to reach a wide range of consumers," explains David Topper, Goosecross co-owner and President.

Goosecross Cellars, founded in 1985 is a family winery in Yountville (Napa Valley, California) that is committed to providing the finest wines for every budget and lifestyle. We never forget that fine wines are made, quite simply, to be enjoyed. At Goosecross Cellars our goal is to consistently produce the finest Napa Valley wines with our unique signature style. Our purist approach accepts and portrays the natural qualities and complex characteristics of the grape which produces our elegant ultra-premium trademark.

Abundantly fragrant with distinctive and intense fruit. Loaded with spicy pineapple, rich guava, creamy vanilla, and crisp citrus. The lingering signature finish is the mark of several months of aging sur lies.

Our Chardonnay ripened slowly in the cool, Carneros fog, intensifying the fruit and lending it our signature crisp finish. Geoff fermented about 40% of the wine in barrels for fullness and complexity, and the balance at low temperatures in stainless steel for purity of fruit. By bringing the two together he created one wine that's both opulent and lively. Bright and nicely focused.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Chardonnay with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe collection.

It's hard to resist our Chardonnay with the richness of shellfish or salmon. Geoff loves to pair it with Colleen's recipe for Red Snapper with Lemon Butter, saying the sauce brings out the lemony notes in the wine. It's a great partner for pasta sauced with cream or cheese. The crisp Chardonnay cuts through the richness and refreshes the palate for the next bite. Our tasting room staff loves to enjoy a glass of Chardonnay with some Brie or St. André to unwind after a busy day. Cheers!

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Our 2002 Cabernet is generous with abundant cassis, black cherry and soft, supple tannins. Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch allowed the juice and skins to soak together for a few days before guiding the wine through a warm fermentation for a luscious extraction of black currant, plum and cocoa. He followed up with an early pressing for very fine, velvety tannins. The fruit-forward flavors so characteristic of mid-valley Cabernet are complemented by deep layers of blackberry, smoke and spice that linger on the palate.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Cabernet with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe collection.

The rich, full flavors make this Cabernet a perfect partner for a grilled rib-eye or long-cooked dishes like lamb shanks or short ribs. It's wonderful with an assortment of dry, aged cheeses. Try it with hearty, full-flavored dishes like marinated, grilled tri-tip, Osso Buco or a Goosecross tasting room favorite - grilled Portobello burgers!

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"This vintage really shows what good vine hang-time can do. The summer was so mild that we thought the grapes would never be ready, but when you look at the intensity in this wine--really deep color and full, luscious flavors--there's just no substitute for time when it comes to bringing in a flavor-packed harvest," remarks Geoff Gorsuch, Goosecross' Winemaker, recalling the 2003 harvest as one that started late after a long, cool summer.

As always, this Goosecross Merlot is fruit forward and lush on the palate. The vineyard is a little south of the winery on the east side of the valley where the afternoon sun brings out aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry. Elegant and richly textured with flavors of juicy blackberry, vanilla and clove, the wine finishes with subtle, toasty oak and soft, supple tannins.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Merlot with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe collection.

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Go to the wine pages of the Goosecross website at goosecross.com. There you will find .mp3 audio winemaker notes, which can be heard with a simple click of your mouse. Running about 3 minutes long, they provide an auditory wine tasting, food and wine pairing recommendations, and educational experience that a consumer of Goosecross Club member can enjoy when opening a new wine in their club shipment, or an on-line wine shopper can use to learn more about a Goosecross wine they are considering for purchase.

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This episode is one of many in Goosecross' Napa Valley Wine Radio podcast series, which is accessible from iTunes, Yahoo!, Juice, Odeo, iPodderX, and other quality podcast aggregators (all available through goosecross.com).

In this special holiday episode, Nancy Hawks Miller, Goosecross' Director of Wine Education, reveals the derivation of many interesting symbols and traditions surrounding these holidays. Colleen Topper, Goosecross Proprietor and gourmet "chef" then offers delicious recipes and wine pairing advice to perfect your spring holiday celebrations.

After enjoying the episode, you can go to goosecross.com, click on Colleen's kitchen, and enjoy Colleen's recipes for Passover and Easter such as Caramelized Onion Beef Brisket and Grilled Marinated Lamb Roast with Pinot Noir and Pomegranate, accessible in Goosecross' on-line searchable recipe database.

Napa Valley Wine Radio podcasts are part of Goosecross' on-going commitment to provide its Wine Club members with top quality, cutting-edge service, and to provide other wine enthusiasts with creative and convenient ways to learn about wine and food from an insiders perspective. "Because we focus on direct sales to consumers and do not rely heavily on the marketing efforts of wholesalers and retailers, we strive to be leaders in the wine industry in the use of new and unique services, in order to reach a wide range of consumers. We're again embracing the latest technology to offer interesting content and greater value to our customers. This information simply isn't available elsewhere in a similar format and presentation," states winery owner David Topper.

For more information, please contact wine@goosecross.com or call Goosecross toll-free at (800) 276-9210.

When asked why he chose to produce a variety that is not as well known as some others, Winemaker Geoff Gorsuch commented that "It's the best choice for the style of wine I want to create." He wanted something very delicate, a slightly sweet style and "Chenin Blanc has all that beautiful melon and honeysuckle character--a touch of sweetness accentuates it. It's the perfect complement to our line of dry whites."

The 2005 vintage is the second "flight" of Chenin Blanc from Goosecross Cellars and appears to have filled a void. The 2004 vintage was extremely well received and disappeared within a few months of release. Abundantly floral and fragrant, this vintage is soft and graceful on the palate with a bright acidity to offset the subtle sweetness.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Chenin Blanc with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe database.

Never heard of Viognier? "That is not uncommon," explains proprietor Colleen Topper. "Viognier may be the world's least planted premium grape - but it is currently one of the most prized," she adds.

The Goosecross 2005 Vintage Napa Valley "Oak Knoll" Viognier is aromatic, exotic and enticing, with aromas of honeysuckle, apricot and spice. Full, luscious layers of ripe melon, pear and tropical fruit intermingle with fresh citrus to refresh the palate. This well-made Viognier displays a soft, yellow color and an exquisite, exotic bouquet - apricots, pears, and tropical fruits.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Viognier with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe database.

"This new vineyard is just great!" enthuses Geoff Gorsuch, Goosecross winemaker. "This is just the style I was looking for... lively, refreshing with focused acidity." The 2005 vintage marks a change in style and a new vineyard location for Goosecross. Looking for a vibrant Loire Valley style, Geoff enlisted the help of consulting winemaker Bob Pepi who is recognized industry-wide as an innovator and pioneer in the production of fine Sauvignon Blanc.

The 2005 Lake County Sauvignon Blanc is beautifully perfumed with notes of lemon grass, honey, and crisp, green apple. Fresh on the palate, it's loaded with melon and citrus with a clean, grapefruit finish.

Visit Goosecross online at www.goosecross.com to find out more about this wine, or to pair this Sauvignon Blanc with a wide variety of recipes contained in the Goosecross online searchable recipe database.

It took a little experimentation, but it's down to a science now. First, Goosecross selects one of their premium red wines that best complements the chocolate. Next, the chocolatier shrink-wraps the full bottle of wine, dips it into a half-pound of dark or milk chocolate, and then finishes it with a festive cellophane gift wrap. The instructions are simple: remove the decorative paper, break the chocolate away by beginning at the neck and peeling down the shrink-wrap, then enjoy the chocolate with your wine. It's the ultimate indulgence!

Goosecross' chocolate-dipped bottles of wine make Valentine's Day, birthdays, honeymoons, anniversaries and other special occasions more romantic and fun. Unique wines and chocolate-dipped bottles can be ordered online at www.goosecross.com

Goosecross Cellars, located in Yountville, Napa Valley, is a family winery recognized for producing premium wines for over 20 years. Also known for customer service excellence and warm hospitality, Goosecross delights visitors with wine classes, viniculture tours, four different wine clubs, and a wide selection of wines. Goosecross produces Napa Valley Wine Radio® podcasts that can be easily accessed through Apple iTunes.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2006 18:19:10 -0800 chocolatedipped-wine-bottles-the-ultimate-indulgence-for-valentines-day http://www.goosecross.com/about/rss.html Making another cutting-edge move in the wine industry, Goosecross Cellars now offers RSS service to increase communication with their customers and the press. Goosecross RSS subscribers can stay current with new wine releases, events hosted at the winery, Goosecross news, specials, promotions and discounts, wine club news and activities, and recipes designed to pair with their wines.

Goosecross Wine Club podcasts are comprised of a series of brief .mp3 segments with information about each wine in the periodic Wine Club shipments. Each Club podcast guides the customer through a personal tasting experience including aromas, flavors, the vineyard and the winemaking process, and ends with food pairing suggestions. "These podcasts can be accessed at the customers' convenience, to deliver virtual personalized wine tasting seminars on the specific wines our Wine Club members have in their hands," explains David Topper, Goosecross co-owner and CEO.

Other current podcasts available from Goosecross include an assessment of the 2005 Harvest and an informative segment on Wine Closures. "Our goal is to enhance the listeners' overall wine experience and engagement with us, and to reach the next generation of wine consumers via a medium they readily and enthusiastically embrace," explains David Topper.

Podcasts are part of Goosecross' on-going commitment to provide its Wine Club members with top quality, cutting-edge service, and to provide other wine enthusiasts with creative and convenient ways to learn about Goosecross wines. "Because we focus on direct sales to consumers and do not rely heavily on the marketing efforts of wholesalers and retailers, we strive to be leaders in the wine industry in the use of new and unique services, in order to reach a wide range of consumers.

We were one of the first wineries to create a website back in 1994, the first to offer RSS feeds and the innovative "Push to Talk" customer service tool powered by eStara. Now we're again embracing the latest technology, and forming partnerships with key players in the wine industry, to offer interesting content and greater value to our customers. This information simply isn't available elsewhere in a similar format and presentation," states Topper.

Recently accepted by Apple as a part of its iTunes podcast offerings, these initial Goosecross Cellars podcasts, and others to be added soon, can be downloaded from the goosecross.com website, or accessed through various software applications such as Juice, iPodderX (all available through goosecross.com) and current versions of iTunes on Windows or Macintosh. Once the iTunes application is installed on your personal computer, launch iTunes, click on Music Store, then click on Podcasts and search for Napa Valley Wine Radio.

But for visitors of Goosecross Cellars, located in Yountville, Napa Valley, there's no need to be intimidated. To demystify wine tasting techniques and etiquette, Goosecross offers classes for visitors every Saturday morning during harvest.

Sitting on the lawn facing the vineyard for 90 minutes, class attendees will learn about tasting techniques, structure and components of wine, winemaking preferences and styles, industry jargon, serving hints and proper storage. Although full of information, the class is presented in a light and humorous style, engaging the novice without jargon and industry pretension.

Space is limited to 30 attendees per class. To find out more information and register for classes through October 2005, go to the Goosecross website

Our 2006 Class schedule will be posted online by April, 2006

"Wineries of Napa Valley is dedicated to providing public availability to hard-to-find wines made by small, family-owned wineries - the hidden gems of Napa," says manager Pamela Topper. "The Chef's Market occurs right outside our door in the Napa Town Center, and presents the perfect opportunity for us to showcase these exceptional wines as a part of the festivities. The benefit of seven wineries all available in our one location, is that with Chef's Market, we can present all of our wines each week in our tasting room, and we can also present a different winery each week in our outdoor booth."

Wineries of Napa Valley offers wine tastings, wine sales by the bottle, case and glass, wine events, and wireless internet access seven days a week. They are located in the Napa Town Center and can be found online at www.napavintages.com

Not so at Goosecross Cellars, which helped to pioneer a way to make its wines available online for legal direct-to-consumer shipping, even when most states made it virtually impossible to order wine over the Internet. Because of Goosecross' long-standing unique ability to legally ship wine direct, its customers don't have to wait and see what will happen next... they can order and receive Goosecross wine at their doors -- today!

The difficulty for the road ahead is that the recent Supreme Court decision represents somewhat of a victory for both wineries and wholesalers alike. An important breakthrough for wineries and consumers, this decision precludes states from allowing in-state wineries to ship while out-of-state wineries cannot. "If a state chooses to allow direct shipments of wine, it must do so on evenhanded terms."

On the other hand the ruling does not mean that California wineries can freely ship to non-reciprocal states. States can choose to completely preserve the three-tier system by banning shipping by both in-state and out-of-state wineries alike. And deciding what to do takes time.

We expect that states like New York and Michigan (and a few others whose laws currently discriminate between in-state and out-of-state wineries) have major decisions to make for their in-state wineries. Unfortunately for consumers, some Michigan legislators have already publicly stated their preference to ban all shipping in lieu of opening up shipping to out-of-state wineries.

But in Michigan and New York and several other controversial states, wine consumers can relax with wine from Goosecross Cellars delivered to their doors -- today. While the legislators and wine shippers try to make sense of the currently chaotic state of things, Goosecross wines are shipping legally as usual, as Goosecross solved this problem long ago. Call us to learn more about shipping our wines legally to you and your state.]]> Mon, 16 May 2005 17:09:06 -0700 supreme-court-issues-ruling-regarding-direct-wine-shipping http://www.goosecross.com/ When most states made it virtually impossible to order wine over the Internet, Goosecross Cellars pioneered a way to make its wines available online for legal direct-to-consumer shipping.

Now, with the addition of Paypal as a payment option in the Goosecross online eCommerce wine shop, it's easier than ever to order wine for shipment direct to your door.

Goosecross ships to almost every state in the country - legally, and offers free shipping to many wine club members. Goosecross wines can be ordered at www.goosecross.com. Choose your wines and simply select the Paypal option - it's that easy!

Goosecross also accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express in its secure eCommerce shop.]]> Mon, 16 May 2005 13:22:31 -0700 goosecross-cellars-now-accepts-paypal-in-its-online-ecommerce-shop http://www.goosecross.com/ Goosecross Cellars once again pulls out all the stops for wine and food pairing. Imagine a spicy Yountville Zinfandel and succulent grilled lamb chops. Or a fresh spring Napa Viognier with New Zealand mussels. And a bold Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon paired with chocolate decadence and raspberry sauce. These are the epicurean pleasures that await the lucky attendees of the Goosecross Cellars Winemaker Dinner at Pinon Plaza Resort on May 22nd in Carson City, Nevada.

"It's fun to share our wine with people, and to make friends in this kind of setting" says Geoff Gorsuch, Winemaker at Goosecross Cellars. "Because our wines are not otherwise available in Nevada and can be obtained by consumers only direct from the winery, this is a great way to introduce wines they otherwise might not be able to taste or purchase unless they visited us in Napa." "That's why Goosecross reaches out to consumers and restaurants outside of California for these kinds of events. They're fun, interesting, and they showcase great food and great wines at their best."

Goosecross Cellars can be found at www.goosecross.com]]> Sat, 14 May 2005 13:12:53 -0700 goosecross-cellars-hosts-winemaker-dinner-at-pinon-plaza-resort http://www.goosecross.com/visit/stay.html Goosecross Cellars, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and the Wine Country Inn, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, have partnered to offer Inn guests the ultimate Napa Valley experience.

The Wine Country Inn is delighting its guests from May 15-August 31 with discounts and gift bags of gourmet foods, wine glasses and other Napa Valley treats, as well as champagne breakfasts. To enhance this celebratory package, Goosecross Cellars is offering free wine tastings to participating guests at the Wine Country Inn, to toast these important anniversary milestones for both Goosecross and the Wine Country Inn.

You can make reservations at the Wine Country Inn at www.winecountryinn.com and visit Goosecross at www.goosecross.com]]> Fri, 13 May 2005 13:05:59 -0700 http://www.nexternal.com/goosecross/?Category=3 Don't Give Them a Pen.

An interesting gift for the graduate is a concern for many this time of year. Not to worry, says Goosecross Cellars owner Colleen Topper "Wine is always an appreciated gift, and with our etched options it becomes quite personal and meaningful".

Realizing that many people enjoy wine and also want to be remembered for a unique gift, Goosecross offers the perfect solution -- all of their wines can be etched and hand-painted in two standard graduation designs, or customers can create their own designs and messages. "We can put the date, school, mascot or motto on our customers' favorite wines. Who wouldn't love that?" say Topper.

Goosecross Cellars is a premium winery in Yountville California in the heart of Napa Valley. Goosecross can legally ship their wines nationwide to anyone who is at least 21 years old. Their wines and etched bottles can be found at www.goosecross.com]]> Sat, 07 May 2005 17:11:10 -0700 dont-give-them-a-pen http://www.nexternal.com/goosecross/?Product=19 Goosecross Cellars offers a unique "food and wine" pairing for Mother's Day...they've dipped full bottles of their red wine in a half-pound of rich, luscious chocolate!

"Red Wine pairs wonderfully with chocolate", explains Goosecross Cellars owner Colleen Topper. "Dipping the bottles seemed like the perfect way to offer two things that everyone loves--wine and chocolate--in a fun, unique, and romantic package. Our customers really enjoy these distinctive gifts."

Customers on the Goosecross website can choose from dark, milk or white chocolate-dipped bottles of Merlot, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. They are wrapped in decorative cellophane and shipped for Mother's Day and year-round for any occasion. Click here to find out more information.]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2005 15:25:14 -0700 goosecross-offers-chocolatedipped-wine-for-mothers-day http://www.goosecross.com/ For Mother's Day 2005, Goosecross Cellars is partnering with Grower Flowers to offer a 20% discount on wine and up to a 30% discount on flowers.

Wine bottles can be etched and hand-painted, or even chocolate-dipped!

"Most people live apart from some or all of their family and need to ship gifts for Mother's Day", explains Goosecross Cellars owner, Colleen Topper. "With this partnership, we're helping our customers send Mom a unique holiday gift at a reasonable price."

Goosecross offers both wines and flowers on sale on their site.

Goosecross Cellars, located in Yountville, Napa Valley, is committed to delighting its customers and Wine Club Members. To provide value to its Club Members, the winery has developed a partnership with the Yountville Inn. Goosecross Wine Club Members receive $50 off their stay anytime at the Yountville Inn.

The Yountville Inn enjoys a quiet and private setting located in the historic town of Yountville, just a few minutes from the winery.

You can enjoy a glass of wine while surfing the Internet or your corporate Intranet, using any Internet enabled device.

Wineries of Napa Valley is a cooperative tasting room, owned and operated by Goosecross Cellars (Yountville, CA), that offers wines from multiple wineries. Find them at www.napavintages.com or call 800-328-7815.

As a new attraction added in April, Goosecross offers Go San Francisco Card-holders, free wine tasting at the winery along with generous VIP purchase and shipping discounts.

Go San Francisco Card offers free admission to over 45 attractions around the Bay area, including several wineries and museums in Napa.

"We're pleased to offer a "small family winery" experience to Napa Valley visitors during their stay in the San Francisco bay area", says owner David Topper. "Often they only know to go to the corporate wineries, so this gives them a chance to experience and learn about wine in a more personal setting".

Goosecross wines and visitor information may be found at www.goosecross.com

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This ÆROS release consists of an extraordinary Cabernet Sauvignon (87%) and Merlot (13%) blend with our original and unique ÆROS metal-winged label. This Cabernet exhibits firm structure and is exceptionally well balanced. This is achieved by combining softer grapes from the floor of the Napa Valley and blending them with robustly flavored Howell Mountain fruit. Luscious black cherries, plum, cassis, and wild mountain blackberries characterize this wine's inviting aromas. This Cabernet is truly seductive.

Recently, Goosecross took the next step by implementing the eStara Push to Talk for the Web gives online business the power to talk to customers directly from their website. eStara Push To Talk is the most widely deployed "click to call" service of its kind in the world.

Website visitors simply click a Push to Talk button and select PC-to-Phone or Phone-to-Phone to speak to a sales or customer agent in real-time.

Winery Owner, David Topper said "This new service permits us to assist our customers while they browse our website and our secure online shop, enhancing their overall experience with us".

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