Private Reserve Wine Château Julien Private Reserve wines signify the heritage of the winery. The label dates back to the first release of 1982 Merlot and represents the highest quality wines produced from each vintage, with only 600 six packs produced annually. Over the years, small production lots and traditional techniques have ensured ultimate quality and consistency. Limited distribution and long aging potential make these wines very sought after by wine lovers worldwide. Aged in new French oak barrels for up to 2½ years, these wines can be cellared for up to twenty years. Varietals include: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and select release Zinfandel, Malbec and Syrah.

2006 Private Reserve Merlot CELLAR SELECTION - tastings.com "Deep ruby black color. Aromas of chocolate covered plums, floral talc, and sandalwood follow through on a round, supple entry to a dryish medium-to-full body with savory dried cherry and tomato notes. Finishes with a chewy, powdery tannins." Our Private Reserve Merlot was the original red wine label produced by the winery back in 1982, and is celebrated today as the Estate’s flagship varietal. This wine incorporates only the best Merlot lots from our vineyard, aged separately in the highest quality new French oak barrels until finalizing the optimum blend prior to bottling. More Info ... Tasting Notes: 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2005 2006 Purchase: 1999 2002 2006

2006 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Château Julien Private Reserve wines signify the heritage of the winery, highlighting small vineyard lots, traditional techniques and limited case production. Select lots of the Estate Vineyard’s 9.9 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested specifically for this Private Reserve wine and held separately throughout oak aging until the final blend. More Info ... Tasting Notes: 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2005 2006

2009 Private Reserve "Sur Lie" Chardonnay This limited production Chardonnay is produced from select vineyard lots in the north Salinas Valley, where marine influences from the Monterey Bay’s Blue Grand Canyon™ create an ideal climate for the Chardonnay grape’s long hang-time, intense fruit... More Info ... Tasting Notes: 2000 2001 2002 2006 2007 2008 2009 Purchase: 2009

2007 Private Reserve Malbec Premiere Release - less than 300 cases produced This wine’s ripe, jammy fruit flavors of plums and blackberries are balanced by a nice touch of oak. Medium-bodied with mild tannins, this wine’s earthy appeal is smooth through the finish. - Winemaker Bill Anderson More Info ... Tasting Notes: 2007 Purchase: 2007

2007 Private Reserve Syrah Limited Release - less than 300 cases produced A hint of toasted oak and layers of vanilla complement a sweet edged bouquet of perfectly ripe ollaliberries and cracked white pepper. Moderate tannins balance rich, plumy fruit through a full-bodied, complex finish. - Winemaker Bill Anderson More Info ... Tasting Notes: 2007 Purchase: 2007

2005 Private Reserve Zinfandel 93 POINTS , GOLD MEDAL ~ Beverage Testing Institue, tastings.com A hint of cloves give way to big, black briary currant and chocolate aromas. This luscious, yet bold Zinfandel is full of texture and balance with ripe fruit flavors. Complex through a full-bodied finish with a good acidic backbone. More Info ... Tasting Notes: 2003 2005