Winery Tasting Notes “Hazy golden-yellow in color, aromas of tangerine oil, Meyer lemon blossom, green apple skin, and yeasted dough that are highlighted by an underlying flinty, smoky component. Rich flavors of ripe Gravenstein apples, lemon curd tartlet, and roasted hazelnuts coalesce on a lingering, minerality marked the finish. Drinking well now, but expect this...
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Bold and fun right out of the gate, Jolie is a refreshing, easy to drink Pinot with bright red fruit flavors including strawberry and cranberry. The finish is rich and silky with hints of blood orange. – May 2023
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This new Margaux is an intensely powerful winner that possesses a strong personality for such an affordable Bordeaux. A complex nose of cigar box, baking spices, and rich leather lead into a silky texture featuring plums, black cherry, and hints of olive tappenade balanced with an underlying elegance synonymous with powerful reds of the Left Bank. The...
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The new 2020 vintage Meursault Perrieres is the ‘sexiest’ release from this legendary vineyard and a sublime testament to the elite quality of this vintage. The silky smooth texture and alluring bouquet impress from the start. Aromas of pear, lemon oil and honeysuckle. Those enticing notes continue through the luxurious mid-palate leading to crisp, clean...
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The juiciest wine of the lineup, Stormin’ is an opulent Pinot with a delightful abundance of bright red fruit including raspberry and strawberry. The finish is graceful and refreshing with plush tannins and hints of oolong tea. – May 2023
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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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This highly-anticipated boutique Cabernet blend impresses with a silky smooth texture, plush tannins, and seriously delicious, dark fruit that remind us of best-selling trophy wines. We have judged the last ten Collina vintages and this is a strong candidate for the best-ever upon release. Flavors of dark chocolate and espresso lead to seductive layers of...
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Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Melville Pinot Noir Anna’s Block 2020 embodies elegance and complexity. This limited-edition vintage showcases the unique terroir of the region, delivering a symphony of flavors that will leave you yearning for more. Indulge in the tantalizing aromas of ripe red berries, delicate floral notes, and a hint of earthiness....
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Another modern-day classic from Burgundy’s inspiring 2020 vintage impresses from the start! Enchanting notes of honeysuckle and gardenia combine for an enticing bouquet. The velvety rich & silky texture leads to pristine flavors including pears, poached apples, ginger, and even slightly grilled Hawaiian pineapple alongside creamy vanilla on the majestic finish. This truly elegant nectar...
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The brand new 2020 edition of Continuum ‘Novicium’ contains a significant percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon that is typically reserved for the winery’s flagship bottling and vividly displays why the fruit from their Pritchard Hill Estate is coveted by collectors world-wide. This rare treasure features a delicious level of dark, opulent fruit that we know collectors...
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