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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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94 Points
Purple Hands Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2014 2014 Willamette Valley

Purple Hands Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2014

The 2014 Purple Hands showcases the rich berry flavors and floral highlights that have put Oregon on the map.
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95 Points
Le Pich 2012 Napa Valley

Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012

If you're serious about Cabernet, this boutique bargain is a must have for your cellar.
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98 Points
The Knife 2013 Napa Valley

The Knife Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2013

Bold and juicy dark fruit flavors plus velvety rich tannins promise to enhance a wide array of grilled meats or specialty cheeses.
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96 Points
Silver Oak 2011 Napa Valley

Silver Oak Napa Cabernet 2011

A bouquet of inviting black currant, boysenberries, and sage introduce a deftly balanced palate offering tightly wound notes of cassis, dark berries, plus hints of espresso and vanilla cream on the finish.
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93 Points
Krupp Brothers 2012 Napa Valley

Krupp Cabernet Sauvignon Stagecoach M52012

This is a well-structured Cabernet that showcases the concentration and intensity of Stagecoach.
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Krupp Verasion Stagecoach Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 92 Points
Krupp Brothers 2009 Napa Valley

Krupp Verasion Stagecoach Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Showing notes of black cherry, mixed berries, and cocoa form a lovely bouquet.
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Etude Heirloom Pinot Noir 2012 96 Points
Etude 2012 Carneros

Etude Pinot Noir Heirloom Grace Benoist Ranch 2012

The wine has an alluring minerality that adds racy verve and liveliness...
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97 Points
Kenzo 2014 Napa Valley

Kenzo Estate Sauvignon Blanc Asatsuyu 2014

In the mouth, the wine is impeccably balanced, floral, rich and very complex with gorgeous, integrated notes of vanillin oak.
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98 Points
Kenzo Estate 2012 Napa Valley

Kenzo “Ai” Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Estate 2012

The 2012 Kenzo Ai is a classic in the making! Sophisticated and powerful, this Cabernet offers up a charming bouquet of currant, black plum, allspice, and cedar.
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96 Points
Andrew Will 2012 Columbia Valley

Andrew Will Cabernet Blend Champoux 2012

The mouthfeel is sumptuous delivering impressive red and black currant, cherry and creamy oak.
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