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The folks at Murphy-Goode are quite serious about grape growing and winemaking, but in the end they want to produce something that brings to mind a three day weekend.
Tim Murphy and Dale Goode are two modern pioneers in winegrowing in Northern Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. With some 300 acres of prime vineyards, in 1985 they teamed with energetic wine marketer Dave Ready to start Murphy-Goode and produce full flavored wines from their own exceptional grapes. By developing their own winery, the growers control their destiny from vineyard to consumer.
This is a family affair. Tim's three sons -- Dennis, Jim and TJ -- handle much of the day-to-day management of the vineyards. Dave's sons are also part of Murphy-Goode, making up the winemaking team. David Ready, Jr. is Winemaker and his younger brother, Adam, is Cellarmaster.
The winery draws on estate hillside and benchland grapes for its Reserve wines and adds fruit from neighboring growers for its Sonoma County wines -- all made with a combination of skill and enthusiasm and a focus on presenting the high quality fruit that goes into them. "This isn't a lifestyle to us -- it's our life," says Tim Murphy. But at the end of the day, partner Dave Ready says, "It's time to pull a cork and have some fun."
The 2009 vintage was predominately fermented in stainless steel to retain the citrus and tropical fruit aromatics while the balance was barrel fermentedin French and American oak to increase the mouthfeel and develop flavors of white peach and honeydew melon. We also use a clone of Sauvignon Blanc
called Sauvignon ... more
BN#404205
Inviting aromas of black cherry and thyme deliver a wine with rich flavors of blackberry jam, nutmeg and dark fruit. The addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot add great complexity to this Merlot. The blend was aged in small oak cooperage to polish the soft tannins and complement the ... more
BN#289135
In Liar's Dice Zinfandel, we've created our most passionate wine - one that's so sweet and juicy, it'll leave you wanting more. Our 2007 vintage is a combination of both Dry Creek and Alexander Valley fruit. The Dry Creek grapes are sourced from Walt Dieden's vineyard and contribute black raspberry ... more
BN#280294
Grapes from Sonoma County's Alexander Valley are the heart and soul of this bright Chardonnay with a rich and creamy texture. In 2007 we had a long, cool growing season which led to a late, drawn out harvest. We're not complaining
though - longer hang time intensified the flavor and ... more
BN#280560
Finally! Back to Pinot Noir! Feel the roar of the crowd... take it all in. Murphy-Goode has returned with a California Pinot Noir emanating from Santa Barbara, Monterey, and beyond. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, dried sage, and sweet vanilla with toast culminate in a great glass of one ... more
BN#292471
The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon is a wonderful expression of the many appellations from which it is derived. Aromas and flavors of blackberry and cherry with hints of thyme are expressed. Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc were folded into the blend to give a rich mouthfeel, added depth and ... more
BN#433672
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