20 Wine Reviews Found

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Sarah Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 2018
99 Points

Sarah Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 2018

This velvety smooth Cabernet from Napa’s unanimously celebrated 2018 vintage is truly dazzling as it reminds us of Cult Cabernets such as Harlan or Shafer Hillside Select. The bouquet allures with notes of new leather, cigar box, and freshly ground espresso. Flashy and fun notes of brambleberries, black currant, cassis and Lindt dark chocolate waltz...

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98 Points

OVID Red Experiment N5.0 2020

The new Ovid Experiment is a silky-smooth new Cabernet we heartily recommend for fans of rich-tasting mountain fruit and velvety, mouth-coating tannins. Symphony of harmonious flavors include blackberry, dark cherry, plum, cedar, leather, pipe tobacco, espresso and hints of creamy toffee on the elaborate finish. We recommend decanting prior to 2025 and predict this age-worthy...

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97 Points

Karl Lawrence Cabernet Sauvignon Pocai 2019

A delicious game-changer for this under-the-radar winery , the 2019 Karl Lawrence Pocai Vineyard Cabernet soars from the glass with lavish, dark ripe fruit flavors including currant, raspberry, black cherry, and plum with an inviting mélange of sweet tobacco leaf, mocha and creamy caramel. A prodigious effort, the flamboyant flavors are deftly balanced with plush...

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99 Points

Fait Main Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras 2019

This brand new release defines the coveted ‘silky-smooth’ texture collectors adore plus delivers a galaxy of dark fruit flavors, guaranteed to impress Napa connoisseurs. From one of the great sites in Napa, this Cabernet waltzes across the palate with boldness, exuberance and focus. Dense, ripe, and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, this monumental effort displays a...

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98 Points

Powell & Son Shiraz Eden Valley Loechel 2018

This is a head-spinning beauty and reminds me why I fell in love with Shiraz decades ago! Boasting mouth-watering notes of creme de cassis, blueberry cobbler, blackberries, hints of chocolate-covered espresso beans and then pipe tobacco on the minute-long finish. We particularly appreciate the hedonistic style that takes you to the edge of extravagance, but...

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Heimark Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2018

Offers a luxuriously rich and velvety texture plus an array of gorgeous dark fruit flavors. We are particularly impressed by the approach-ability at such a young stage. The dense tannins remind me of plush cashmere in a glass and lead to full-throttle fruit notes of fresh figs, blackberry compote, and Toblerone chocolate combined with espresso on the blissful...

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97 Points

Dumas Cabernet Blend Single Oakville Barrel 2017

This silky smooth Cabernet blend dazzles with dark fruit and velvety smooth tannins melded together harmoniously for a supremely impressive wine experience now through the next decade. In fact, the 2017 single barrel bottling reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200+ per bottle. The bouquet boasts captivating aromas of chocolate walnut brownies that lead...

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98 Points

Dark Matter Cabernet Sauvignon Limitless 2016

Given the unanimous acclaim for Napa’s 2016 vintage, it’s no surprise that the new edition of Dark Matter is another show-stopper. Launching forth with a cashmere-like, silky texture, you’re introduced to statuesque tannins and lavish black and blue fruit flavors. The distinguished finish includes alluring notes of vanilla cream, graham cracker, and espresso tightly wound...

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99 Points

Araujo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Eisele 2010

The Araujo Eisele 2010 has become a truly ravishing wine, benefiting immensely from a full decade of cellar time. Built like a thoroughbred, this Cabernet blend is a remarkable experience now and will continue to delight for another the remainder of this decade. Intense notes of voluptuous dark fruit are deftly balanced by plush tannins...

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96 Points

Amuse Bouche Rosé Prêt à Boire 2020

This new discovery is pale salmon pink in color, it offers enticing aromas of fresh cut red roses, cherry tart and fresh strawberries, with hints of baking spices. The palate delivers refreshing notes of ripe red raspberry, crisp cherry, and refreshing brightness; just exactly what we’re looking for in a traditional style Rosé . This...

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