In the glass, the Arcane Cellars 2008 Riesling Wheatland Estate WV (11.5%) was a clear, light yellow straw color, delivering signature petrol as well as floral and mineral aromas to the nose. I really liked the crisp acidity combined with the off-dry finish, all surrounded by delicious fruit and mineral flavors. We enjoyed this Oregon riesling with Tuscan white bean soup, which had a nice spicy kick to it. The Arcane Cellars '08 riesling was a delicious compliment to our meal. At $15, this is a wine worth buying several bottles to enjoy with any type of spicy food...

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The Arcane Cellars 2007 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley (13%) is a clear, light ruby red in the glass, delivering subtle strawberry and raspberry fruit notes along with a pronounced earthiness combining spice and cedar. This Oregon pinot noir offers delicious flavors that continued to evolve over time, all the while balanced with good acidity and an ever present long, cherry finish. Whether on the first or second night this wine was opened, the Arcane starts with an earthiness in the nose, as if you're following the vines source of sustenance from the soil all the way up to the...

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