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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
Pali 2012 Sonoma Coast

Pali Chardonnay Durell 2012

Aromas of lemon zest, tangerine, and bright minerality greet the taster, leading to a palate that delivers layers of lemon, assorted spices, delightful fresh fruit and baked pastry.
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94 Points
Shypoke 2012 Napa Valley

Shypoke Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012

Layers of rich, dark fruit are delightfully well-integrated with spice box, cedar and cloves.
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95 Points
Peay Vineyards 2012 Sonoma Coast

Peay Pinot Noir Ama Estate 2012

Silky, sweet tannins provide lively foundation for the elegant and ethereal pomegranate, cherry, cedar, and baking spice notes that are gloriously well-integrated.
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94 Points
Darioush 2011 Mendoza

Darioush Capataz Malbec Mendoza 2011

Showing fabulous intensity and opulence, dominant blue and black fruit notes arise from the bouquet.
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96 Points
Lichen 2012 Anderson Valley

Lichen Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2012

Loads of cranberry, mulled spices and savory dark fruits are seamlessly intertwined.
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95 Points
2012 Lodi

Old Ghost Zinfandel Old Vine 2012

The 2012 Old Ghost showcases powerful black cherry and opulent ripe plum notes.
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Le Petit Vice Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 95 Points
Vice Versa 2012 Napa Valley

Le Petit Vice Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012

Waves of richly layered black and blue fruit are well-supported by supple tannins and complex notes of toasted coconut, baking chocolate, and cut flowers.
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94 Points
2011 Russian River Valley

Walter Hansel Chardonnay RRV North Slope 2011

A classic in the making, the 2011 North Slope Chardonnay displays aromas of toasted popcorn and pineapple, lemon oil and honeysuckle.
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96 Points
Sojourn Cellars 2012 Sonoma Coast

Sojourn Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Ridgetop 2012

The bouquet starts with delightfully complex notes of dark cherries, mixed berries plus exotic spice and floral highlights.
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94 Points
Hendry 2009 Napa Valley

Hendry Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2009

Aromas of sweet cherries, mint and currants lead to a palate of layered fruit, highlighting blue and black berries, creme de cassis, baking spices and subtle earth tones.
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