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CIRQ 2021 Russian River Valley

CIRQ Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2021

This is an awe-inspiring example of Pinot Perfection that simply must be tasted to believed. Three-dimensional aromas of ripe cherry, bright red berries, and spices. Layers of bright red fruit on the palate and a towering structure that puts this into a category of its own when compared to its peers. So much charisma in...
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98 Points
Cirq 2014 Sonoma Coast

Cirq Pinot Noir Treehouse Vineyard 2014

The resplendent flavors include pomegranate, kirsch, black tea, Indian spices, roasted herbs, and a provocative finish (60+ seconds) that offers savory hints of creamy oak, black truffles and white pepper.
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95 Points
Chateau Les Grands 2012 Pomerol

Chateau Les Grands Sillons Pomerol 2012

Beautifully balanced on the palate, it offers fine layers of dark fruit, cigar, sage and a core of minerality.
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97 Points
Dumas 2015 Napa Valley

Dumas Betsy’s Blend Chardonnay 2015

Dumas Betsy’s Blend 2015 is a velvety smooth and rich California Chardonnay that launches forth with an alluring bouquet of gardenias and honeysuckle.
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97 Points
Arietta 2014 Napa Valley

Arietta H-Block Cabernet 2014

Dark and daring, concentrated and savory notes of cardamom, allspice, violets lead to a panoply of flavors including black cherries, boysenberry, and enticing herbs such as tarragon and oregano.
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97 Points
TOR 2014 Napa Valley

Tor Tierra Roja 2014

Another remarkable release from one of Napa’s finest undiscovered vineyards with swanky neighbors including Dalla Valle and Screaming Eagle.
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97 Points
Duckhorn 2014 Napa Valley

Duckhorn Merlot Napa Three Palms 2014

On the palate, the tannins are firm and structured, supporting ample currant and fig flavors, as well as enticing baking spice.
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99 Points
Levy & McClellan 2013 Napa Valley

Levy & McClellan Cabernet Ampersand 2013

Showcasing the legendary 2013 Napa vintage, this virtually flawless Cabernet blend dazzles from the start with a soaring, almost Amarone-like bouquet along with toasty oak, cassis, and blackberry liqueur.
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97 Points
Nickel & Nickel 2014 Napa Valley

Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Napa 2014

The 2014 Tench Cabernet exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and lavender.
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Calera Pinot Noir 2014 94 Points
Calera 2014 Central Coast

Calera Pinot Noir 2014

he 2014 Calera delivers the perfect balance of forward fruit and spice at a price that is hard to beat.
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97 Points
Meteor 2014 Napa Valley

Meteor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Perseid 2014

Fresh and vibrant on the palate, there are focused layers of dark fruit, baking spice, graphite and dark chocolate.
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