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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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95 Points
Meyer Family 2014 Napa Valley

Meyer Family Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Spitfire 2014

Gorgeous notes of cedar lead nicely to a combination of rich, red-black fruits.
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94 Points
Domaine Chavy Chouet Burgundy

Domaine Chavy Chouet Cremant de Bourgogne

Features a palate of crisp apple and tart lemon flavors complemented by fine, persistent bubbles and bright acidity.
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95 Points
Chateau Vignot 2009 Bordeaux

Chateau Vignot St. Emilion Grand Cru 2009

Dark fruit is accompanied by a pleasant earthiness and sage.
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98 Points
Domaine Jomain 2015 Burgundy

Domaine Jomain Batard Montrachet Grand Cru 2015

The bouquet is respendent with aromas of lemon citrus, apple, pear, white flowers and mandarin orange and subtle hints of oak.
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94 Points
29 & Oak 2015 Napa Valley

29 & Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Reserve 2015

Rich notes of cassis, dark chocolate and ripe plum are highlighted by flavors of vanilla bean and hints of pepper.
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94 Points
Truchard 2014 Napa Valley

Truchard Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Estate 2014

The 2014 Truchard Cabernet displays an intense nose of ripe cherry, plum, and cassis with a touch of cedar and vanilla.
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96 Points
Flanagan 2015 Sonoma County

Flanagan Chardonnay Ritchie 2015

Full-bodied and richly textured on the palate, focused layers of Meyer lemon, orange, dried apricot around a core of captivating minerality.
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96 Points
Nicolas-Jay 2014 Willamette Valley

Nicolas-Jay Pinot Noir Willamette 2014

Opening with a broad and expressive bouquet, the 2014 Nicolas-Jay offers up intense cherry, blackberry, and baking spice notes.
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95 Points
Herman Story 2015 Paso Robles

Herman Story Syrah Nuts & Bolts 2015

Notes of creme de cassis, melted licorice, caramelized meats, pepper and crushed flowers evolve into a full-bodied, voluptuous and hedonistic experience.
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95 Points
Pierre Gaillard 2014 St. Joseph

Pierre Gaillard St. Joseph Rouge 2014

Light on its feet, notes of plum and cherry intermingle with pleasant earthiness and minerality that culminates in a delightful spicy finish.
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