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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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96 Points
Mathew Bruno 2012 Napa Valley

Mathew Bruno Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012

A classic example of Rutherford Cabernet, the 2012 Mathew Bruno presents itself as inky black in the glass.
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98 Points
Arietta 2013 Napa Valley

Arietta On The White Keys Artists’ Reserve 2013

This is the most luscious, mouth-watering and exotic new California white wine we've sampled this year!
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96 Points
Dumas 2013 Napa Valley

Dumas Chardonnay Betsy’s Blend 2013

This full-throttle California Chardonnay launches forth with a glorious bouquet of Springtime fragrances including gardenias and honeysuckle.
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94 Points
Vice Versa 2014 Napa Valley

Apriori Cabernet Blend Napa Valley 2014

A stunning value from a great vintage, the 2014 Apriori delivers pure Napa fruit at a more than reasonable price.
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95 Points
Lanterna 2013 Napa Valley

Lanterna Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013

Soars from the glass with captivating aromas of espresso and melted dark chocolate, leading to a robust experience featuring layers of black fruit complimented by deftly integrated, creamy French Oak and grainy tannins.
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Covenant Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013 96 Points
Covenant 2013 Napa Valley

Covenant Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013

Covenant is a kosher bottling by former Wine Spectator writer Jeff Morgan and wine entrepreneur Leslie Rudd.
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97 Points
Mascot 2009 Napa Valley

Mascot Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2009

The 2009 Mascot is a classic example of Oakville Cabernet.
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98 Points
The Vineyard House 2010 Oakville

Vineyard House Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2010

Showing superb concentration and purity of majestic fruit, the 2010 Vineyard House is a classic in the making.
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95 Points
Meyer Family Cellars 2012 Napa Valley

Meyer Family Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Spitfire 2012

This is a classic example of Napa Cabernet.
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95 Points
Grable 2010 Knights Valley

Grable Chardonnay Knights Valley Estate 2010

Loaded with gorgeous fruit, minerality and impeccable balance, the 2010 Grable punches way above its weight.
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