Summer 2011

New VIP Wine Club Lounge
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New Winery Hospitality Options
Another grape-growing year
fter having the good fortune of spending a lot of time with Fess
over a span of about ten years, it became clear to me what he wanted
from his winery. First and foremost was the opportunity to work with
his family – Marcy, Eli and Ashley – and to create an entity that could
be multi-generational. Fess also talked about three other topics: making
wines of outstanding quality, being able to share them with friends, and
having a place where people could enjoy these wines and visit. These
concepts have become engrained in the Parker family’s values.
he tender green shoots have emerged from their
dormant buds with the grapes for this year’s harvest.
Coastal Vineyard Care, our team of vineyard managers,
have had very early mornings protecting this new growth
from this spring’s frosts. Frost usually happens in the wee
hours of the morning, and all of the overhead sprinklers
or wind machines need to be turned on when the
temperature dips down to 34 degrees. This is a crucial
time to protect the vines and usually takes place March
through May. With that behind us, it is now time to
look toward other viticultural practices such as shoot
thinning, shoot tucking and the initial fruit thinning.
With all the rain we had this winter and spring, we are
sure to have a larger crop than average.
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As we continue to carry forward Fess’ vision, we saw an opportunity to
expand on the last of these: hospitality. To that end, we are pleased to
announce we have finished renovations to the Estate Room and Wine
Club Lounge in the barrel room at the winery. Our improvements will
allow us to provide a quiet haven away from the crowds on weekends for
Wine Club members, and to deliver a new, in-depth VIP tour and tasting
program often lead by members of the winemaking team.
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Our focus will be on our most limited, sought-after wines, with an
emphasis on those coming from Rodney’s Vineyard including Syrah,
Viognier, our new Dry Riesling and Crockett. Our new tour and
tasting program will include a thorough, back-of-the-house look at our
winemaking practices from “bin to bottle,” highlighting practices such as
hand-sorting, small lot fermentations, basket press, etc., followed by an
intimate, detailed sit-down tasting of small-lot wines in the Estate Room.
Wine Club members will be able to invite up to 6 friends at a special
discount. We will also offer food and wine pairings by Chef Barrett on a
“by appointment” basis.
In the winery, Tony and the bottling team have been
busy bottling some more delicious Fess Parker Wines!
We have also racked all of the 2010 red wines like
the Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, etc. Racking is the
pumping of the wine out of the barrels into a tank,
washing the barrels, and returning the wine back to the
same barrels. Dave and I have been busy tasting all of
these barrels before they are racked and also assembling
the new blends to be bottled. All of us are getting
anxious for the 2011 harvest, which seems like it is just
around the corner.
We appreciate all of your support of the years and look forward to having
you back to experience our new offerings. Thank you.
Many thanks to all of my staff for doing such a good job
and we thank you for enjoying
njoy g our wine!
Sincerely,
Cheers,
5IM4NIDER
Tim Snider
WINE CLUB
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Blair Fox
VIP Tour & Tasting:
U Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 2PM or by appointment
U $25 per person / $15 for Wine Club members
U Tour & Tasting with Food Pairings is $40 / $25 for Wine Club members
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P.O. Box 908 U Los Olivos, CA 93441 U (805)688.1545 U (800)841.1104 U FAX (805)686.1130 U www.fessparker.com
upcoming
EVENTS
Outdoor Screening
of Old Yeller
Featuring Fess Parker as Jim Coates
Saturday, August 20th
Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening
on the lawn at the winery!
Wine, non-alcoholic beverages, hot dogs &
tri-tip sandwiches will be available for sale.
Complimentary candy and popcorn provided.
Bring a blanket or low lawn chairs to sit on.
Movie starts as soon as it is dark enough for
optimal viewing.
© Walt Disney Productions
Ticket price is $10
Ticket sale proceeds to benefit
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Wine Club Summer BBQ
Harvest Celebration
Saturday, July 16thÊUÊ11am – 2pm
Enjoy Barbecued Gourmet Sausages, Salad,
Bread, Beans and our award-winning Syrah,
Pinot Noir and Viognier.
$30 per person
Saturday, September 24th
Enjoy light appetizers with our newest vintages
of Chardonnay, Pinot, Syrah and maybe even
a re-release of something special from our Library!
$30 per person
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For reservations please contact Elaina at: 1-888-877-3335 or elaina@fessparker.com
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INNSIDE
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Renovations
Exciting Enhancements
to be Unveiled
Mother’s Day at Fess Parker
Wine Country Inn & Spa
In 2011, the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn &
Spa will be debuting 20 new rooms, including
six suites, all of which will include thoughtfully
Two-Night Spa Package
designed accents and luxurious new bedding.
This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to a relaxing weekend in
Wine Country with the Two-Night Spa Package. Indulge
her with luxury accommodations, a full breakfast each
morning at Petros Los Olivos, complimentary wine
tasting at the Fess Parker Winery, Epiphany Cellars
tasting room and BiN 2860 International Wine Shop.
A visit to the tranquil Champagne Spa & Boutique is
a sure way to get her to relax and unwind as you each
enjoy one fifty-minute spa treatment – your choice of
the Vino Therapy Massage or Purifying Facial.
We will also be unveiling a new pool with an
Package is for two guests -
transformation will continue to preserve the
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outdoor relaxation area, a new spa entrance
and treatment rooms, and an enhanced
boardroom perfect for special events and
small executive groups. These improvements
will accompany our recently enhanced lobby
and lounge area, which feature exquisite
details such as recycled oak-barrel flooring
and burl wood seating. Rest assured, this
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sense of place our guests have come to enjoy.
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Los Olivos, CA 93441
NOW
Prices subject to change. All of the wines listed below are available through our website at www.fessparker.com or for
you traditionalists out there, through our tasting room at 800-841-1104. Shipping is available to the following states only:
AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NV, NY, NM, ND, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and WY.
RETAIL
Bottle/Case
WINE CLUB
Bottle/Case
2009 CHARDONNAY “Santa Barbara County” ........................................... $18 / $194.40 ........................ $14.40 / $172.80
2010 CHARDONNAY “Ashley’s” ........................................................................................................RELEASE IN JULY
2010 RIESLING “Santa Barbara County” ..................................................... $14 / $151.20 ........................ $11.20 / $134.40
2010 RIESLING “Rodney’s Vineyard” ........................................................... $24 / $259.20 ........................ $19.20 / $230.40
2008 VIOGNIER “Santa Barbara County” .................................................... $24 / $259.20 ........................ $19.20 / $230.40
2008 VIOGNIER “Rodney’s Vineyard” ......................................................... $30 / $324.00 ........................ $24.00 / $288.00
2008 PINOT NOIR “Santa Barbara County” ................................................ $28 / $336.00 ........................ $22.40 / $268.80
2008 PINOT NOIR “Pommard Clone” ...........................................................................................................SOLD OUT
2007 PINOT NOIR “Bien Nacido Vineyard” ............................................... $45 / $486.00 ........................ $36.00 / $432.00
2008 PINOT NOIR “Ashley’s” ................................................................$50 / $270.00 6pk ................. $40.00 / $240.00 6pk
2008 PINOT NOIR “Clone 115” ...........................................................$49 / $249.00 6pk ................. $39.20 / $235.20 6pk
2007 PINOT NOIR “American Tradition Reserve” .................................$40 / $216.00 6pk ................. $32.00 / $192.00 6pk
2008 SYRAH “Santa Barbara County” ........................................................... $25 / $270.00 ........................ $20.00 / $240.00
2007 SYRAH “Rodney’s Vineyard” ..........................................................$45 / $243.00 6pk ................. $36.00 / $216.00 6pk
2008 “THE BIG EASY” ..........................................................................$35 / $189.00 6pk ................. $28.00 / $168.00 6pk
FRONTIER RED “Lot 102” ......................................................................... $12 / $129.00 .......................... $9.60 / $115.00
TRADITIONS “Port style wine” (500mL) .................................................... $30 / $324.00 ........................ $24.00 / $288.00
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RECENT
press
On WineSpectator.com
MaryAnn Worobiec chose our 2009 SBC Riesling as 1 of
10 wines recommended in her article entitled 10 Charming
California Wines, and recommended our 2009 SBC Viognier
as 1 out of only 12 white wines in her article entitled
12 California Whites for $40 or Less.
FESS PARKER Riesling
Santa Barbara County 2009
Medium-bodied, with round ripe apple, melon and
peach flavors that have spice, mineral and floral
accents and juicy acidity. Drink now.
9,969 cases made. – M.W.
FESS PARKER Viognier
Santa Barbara County 2009 – Score 88
Yellow apple, lime peel and ripe pear flavors lead the
way to this direct, focused, wonderfully spicy and duly
fragrant wine. This features floral details and generous
acidity. Drink now. 4,202 cases made. – M.W.
At the 9th Annual Pinot Noir Shootout
put on by Affairs of the Vine, our 2008 Santa Barbara
County Pinot Noir was chosen as one of the top Pinot
Noirs out of 367 entries at the summit by this year’s Pinot
Noir Shootout Panel.
In Quarterly Review of Wines
the 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir was awarded
Co-Best of Show by their tasting panel in their Best of the
Best California Pinot Noir tasting. Review as follows:
Beautifully polished, well-concentrated, elegantly knit,
chocolate-cherry flavors.
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Wine Club Offerings
Winemaker notes can be found on page 6.
CHARTER CLUB
1 Red + 1 White
REDS ONLY CLUB
2 Reds
2007 Mackie’s Syrah $20
2010 Parker Family White $28
Retail Price: $48
Club Price: $38.40
2007 Mackie’s Syrah $20
2009 Clone 115 Pinot Noir $50
Retail Price: $70
Club Price: $56.00
A TO V CLUB
2 Whites
QUAD CLUB
2 Reds + 2 Whites
2010 Santa Barbara County
Chardonnay $18
2010 Parker Family White $28
Retail Price: $46
Club Price: $36.80
2007 Mackie’s Syrah $20
2010 Santa Barbara County
Chardonnay $18
2009 Clone 115 Pinot Noir $50
2010 Parker Family White $28
Retail Price: $116
Club Price: $92.80
NEW CLUB OPTIONS!
At Fess Parker Winery we appreciate the feedback we get
from our members and after much demand we have created
two new club options to add to our already great lineup:
PARKER’S PINOT CLUB
6 Pinots
THE RIESLING CLUB
For You White Wine Lovers
Each spring and fall you
will receive 6 bottles of our
award-winning Pinot Noirs.
Each shipment will contain
2 bottles each of 3 different
Pinot Noirs. (The price range
is $225 – $240 depending on
your membership options)
Once a year you will receive
6 bottles each of our new
vintage release of Santa
Barbara County Riesling
and Rodney’s Vineyard Dry
Riesling. (The price range is
$171 – $182 depending on
your membership options)
The best news is, if you add one of these to clubs
to an existing wine club membership, you will receive
25% off club shipments instead of the normal 20%.
Re-orders will still be discounted 20%.
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Prices are subject to change and do not
include shipping or taxes required by each state.
If you are not receiving emails regarding shipping dates,
tracking information, or special offers please email
wineclub@fessparker.com and let us know.
in this
SHIPMENT
2009 Clone 115 Pinot Noir
2007 Mackie’s Syrah
Santa Barbara County
Vineyard Source:
Santa Barbara County
Vineyard Sources:
Blocks:
Clone Selection:
Composition:
Harvest Dates:
Harvest Brix:
Tons per Acre:
Barrel Aging:
Cooperage:
Alcohol:
p.H.:
T.A.:
Production:
100% from Rancho las Hermanas (formerly
Ashley’s Vineyard) in the Santa Rita Hills
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115
100% Pinot Noir
10/7/09 – 10/8/09
25.3 – 26.0
1.8 – 2.7
16 months in 75% new French oak
François Frères, Remond,
Seguin Moreau, Mercurey
14.3% alcohol by volume
3.50
0.643g/100ml
416 6-packs
Color:
Aromas:
Ruby/garnet Black cherry
Black
raspberry
Forest floor
Sandalwood
Cinnamon/
spice
Vanilla
Clove
Rose Petal
Flavors:
Black cherry Clove
Bright red
Raspberry
fruit
Cranberry
Good acidity
Vanilla
Blocks:
Composition:
Harvest Dates:
Harvest Brix:
Tons per Acre:
Barrel Aging:
Cooperage:
Alcohol:
p.H.:
T.A.:
Production:
Color:
Pale gold
100% from Rodney’s Vineyard
in the Santa Ynez Valley
K, H, C, B
50% Viognier, 33% Marsanne,
12% Chardonnay, 5% Riesling
10/12/10 – 10/29/10
21.6 – 25.0
1.2 – 2.8
5 months in 8% new French oak, 20% in
1-year-old French oak, 5% stainless steel
Sirugue, D’Aquitaine & Quintessence
14.7% alcohol by volume
3.43
0.652g/100ml
600 cases
Aromas:
Pear
Hazelnut
Pineapple
Guava
Vanilla
Spice
Flavors:
Rich, ripe
pear
Pineapple
Alcohol:
p.H.:
T.A.:
Production:
Color:
Opaque
Flavors:
Black cherry
Black pepper
Boysenberry
Herbs de Provençe
Tar
Dark chocolate
Good structure
Aromas:
Smoke
Blueberry
Blackberry
Espresso
Black licorice
Baking spices
2010 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay
2010 Parker Family Reserve, White Wine
Santa Barbara County
Vineyard Source:
Composition:
Harvest Dates:
Harvest Brix:
Barrel Aging:
90% from Camp 4 Vineyard in the Santa Ynez
Valley, 10% from Hampton Vineyard in the
Santa Ynez Valley
100% Syrah
10/17/10 – 10/26/10
25.6 – 27.8
24 months in 40% new French
& American oak
15.9% alcohol by volume
3.80
0.656g/100ml
883 cases
Lemon
cream
Vanilla
Santa Barbara County
Vineyard Source:
Composition:
Harvest Date:
Barrel Aging:
Alcohol:
p.H.:
T.A.:
Production:
Aromas:
Apple
Pear
Pineapple
40% Rodney’s Vineyard in the Santa Ynez
Valley, 29% Rancho las Hermanas Vineyard in
Sta. Rita Hills, 14% Los Alamos Vineyard in
Santa Barbara County, 9% Scheid Vineyards in
Monterey County, 8% Sierra Madre Vineyard in
the Santa Maria Valley
100% Chardonnay
9/22/10 – 11/05/10
100% barrel fermented in 30% new
French and Hungarian
14.2% alcohol by volume
3.52
0.655g/100ml
18,500 cases
Yellow melon
Touch of oak
White flowers
Flavors:
Citrus
Apple
Pear
Honey
Light cream
Lemon
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Receipts for Wine Club shipments are not included in the package due to time constraints. See cost per shipment under each Club Offering on page 4. The amount
will show on your next credit card statement. For further information please call your Wine Club Coordinator, Elaina, directly at her toll free number 888-877-3335.
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