99 Points
Eisele Vineyard 2018 Napa Valley

Eisele Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley Estate 2018

Once again, this nectar ranks atop our short list of the best Sauvignon Blanc on Earth and must be tasted to believe the harmonious blend of ultra-fresh citrus fruit across a sumptuous and silky texture. Ethereal aromas of lemon zest and honeysuckle lead to delightful notes of caramelized grapefruit slices, crème Brule, and freshly baked...
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97 Points
Eisele Vineyard 2017 Napa Valley

Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Altagracia 2017

This is majestic new Cabernet boasts luscious dark fruit flavors, hints of Toblerone and a velvety rich texture. Luxurious notes of black cherry, plum, currant, espresso, dried savory herbs and cocoa lead to an expansive finish that delights the palate now and promises supreme pleasure for a decade. Enjoy now (decanting recommended prior to 2022)...
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97 Points
Aloft 2015 Napa Valley

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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Elk Cove Pinot Noir Reserve 2017 98 Points
Elk Cove 2017 Oregon

Elk Cove Pinot Noir Reserve 2017

Elk Cove’s Reserve Pinot Noir captures your attention immediately with bold red fruit and spice on the nose. The texture is massive, with flavors of apple skin, berries and cherry pie along with subtle black tea and vanilla. So seamless and streamlined throughout the long finish. Drink 2022-2025.
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Cattleya Chardonnay Pratt Vineyard RRV 2013 97 Points
Cattleya 2013 Russian River

Cattleya Chardonnay Pratt Vineyard RRV 2013

With 5 years under impeccable cellar conditions, this gloriously silky and buttery nectar tastes like liquid gold! Simultaneously pristine, refreshing, and oh-so satisfying, this inaugural release promises to deliver massive satisfaction for years to come. Framed by brilliant freshness, it evolves with complex flavors of apple, pear, lemon curd, nectarine, dried apricot, mineral, vanilla bean,...
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Valadorna 2013 96 Points
Arcanum 2013 Tuscany

Arcanum Valadorna Toscana 2013

This modestly-priced Merlot-driven red is made by winemaker Pierre Seillan, famous for his Verité wines that rank among California’s most prestigious reds. Seillan is a gifted winemaker who plays with combinations of the classic Bordeaux varietals to masterful effect. The 2013 Valadorna is a dark wine that immediately captures attention with captivating plum, cherry and...
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Hartford Sevens Bench Chardonnay 96 Points
Hartofrd Court 2015 Carneros

Hartford Court Chardonnay Sevens Bench 2015

Initial aromatics of baked pear, apple and spice. The palate is lush and loaded with fresh apples, pineapple and nectarine. There’s enough oak here to make this a classic California-style Chardonnay, but the elements are kept nicely in balance and the result is a wine that will please a broad range of white wine lovers.
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