WELCOME TO THE FAMILY: WENDY ROCK MAKES IT TWO IN A ROW WITH OUR UNOFFICIALLY ADOPTED COUSIN, KEN SCHULLER FROM A TO Z WINEWORKS

Ken Schuller of A to Z Wineworks and Rex Hill dropped in with Wendy Rock for some revisitations as well as a few new vintages and a rare treat:

A to Z Pinot Gris Oregon 2010.  Grade=Outstanding.  Light-to-medium-bodied white; terrific apple and pear character, with bright mineral and acidic backbone.

A to Z Chardonnay Oregon 2009.  Grade=Outstanding.  Previously reviewed.

A to Z Riesling Oregon 2009.  Grade=Outstanding.  Previously reviewed.

A to Z Pinot Noir Oregon 2010.  Grade=Outstanding.  Splashy red plum and cherry fruit, hints of earth and spice, finishing up with mocha powder, cola nut, and cinnamon.

William Hatcher Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2007.  Grade=Outstanding+.  Dense, rich PN with toasted oak, vanilla, chocolate covered cherries and hints of baking spices.

A to Z Night & Day Rogue Valley 2007.  Grade=Outstanding.  Previously reviewed.