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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
Porthos 2013 Napa Valley

Porthos Selection “Best Barrel Reserve” Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2013

Monumental in its grandeur, this Cabernet launches forth with crushed blueberries and black cherry.
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97 Points
Duckhorn Vineyards 2012 Napa Valley

Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon Three Palms 2012

Dark and brooding in the glass, it offers a stunning bouquet of black currant, chocolate, and new leather.
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MacRostie Pinot Noir RRV Klopp Ranch 2014 95 Points
MacRostie 2014 Sonoma Coast

MacRostie Pinot Noir RRV Klopp Ranch 2014

A magnificently alluring and luxuriously smooth young Pinot that delights with complex layers of raspberry, cherry, and a touch of lavender in the bouquet.
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Dunstan Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Durell 2012 95 Points
Dunstan 2012 Sonoma Coast

Dunstan Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Durell 2012

A powerhouse Chardonnay for thrill-seekers!
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Tyler PInot Noir Santa Barbara County 2013 95 Points
Tyler 2013 Santa Barbara

Tyler Pinot Noir Santa Barbara County 2013

Fresh, lively, and elegant, the Tyler Pinot Noir offers up notes of red and black berries.
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Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2012 96 Points
Goldeneye 2012 Anderson Valley

Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2012

Showing impressive weight and body, this succulent Pinot is guaranteed to please with it's silky texture and pure fruit and spices.
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93 Points
Toby Lane 2010 Alexander Valley

Toby Lane Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander 2010

The finish shows an abundance of juicy red fruit and spice.
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Blackbird Arise Napa Valley 2012 95 Points
Blackbird Vineyards 2012 Napa Valley

Blackbird Arise Napa Valley 2012

Showing great dark fruit, tobacco, and spices on the nose, it evolves into an expansive and rich palate with plenty of pure Napa fruit on display.
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Calafia La Reina Reserve 2011 95 Points
Calafia 2011 Napa Valley

Calafia La Reina Reserve 2011

This is a supremely satisfying Cab that will continue to drink well for another 6-8 years.
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Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa Valley 2012 96 Points
Alpha Omega 2012 Napa Valley

Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa Valley 2012

Deliciously vibrant notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, and brioche are deftly balanced with alluring citrus oil and a creamy vanilla oak.
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