7 Wine Reviews Found

  • Winemaker: Thomas Rivers Brown
97 Points

Hobel Cabernet “The Birdseye” Napa 2019

Another charismatic release made by Thomas Rivers Brown for Hobel! So inviting on the nose with aromas of ripe red fruit and milk chocolate. The suede-like texture surrounds flavors of white-chocolate covered cherries, currants, spices and luxuriously toasty oak.  Stylish and superb. Decant prior to 2024 and enjoy through 2029.”- September 2022

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Shibumi Knoll Chardonnay Buena Tierra 2018

Our team was enchanted with this brand new release with team notes (unedited) that included exclamations of ‘oh wow! This is beautiful’ and ‘sooo pure and delicious.’ Initial notes of apple crisp, fresh pineapple and pears lead to toasted caramel (think top layer of Crème Brûlée) and creamy oak on the savory finish. The delightfully...

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Shibumi Knoll Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2018

A delightfully fresh and bright new Pinot release that displays a level of sophistication reminiscent of collector favorites (e.g. Kistler) that trade for significantly higher prices. Spicy dark fruit, black tea, and savory herbs impress now after decanting. This under-the-radar gem will pair quite well with an array of menus featuring grilled meats (beef, chicken...

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Aloft Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mtn. 2015
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Aloft Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mtn. 2015

Dark, rich, borderline jammy berries lead the oh so packed with black fruits enticing nose. Savory herbs and spices domaine the silky rich palate, with youthfully tight tannins, showcasing serious mountain fruit on steroids. Hints of dark chocolate coated cherries, blackcurrants, baking spices and vanilla emerge as this beast breathes, layers and layers of complexity...

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