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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
Paso Robles

Herman Story Nuts & Bolts Syrah 2012

The Herman Story Nuts & Bolts, 100% Syrah, commences with red cherries, petrol and honeysuckle on the nose.
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97 Points
Willamette Valley

Beaux Fréres Pinot Noir 2012

The 2012 Beaux Freres commences with a classic, billowy display of spice, rose petals, dark berries and raspberries.
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95 Points
Santa Barbara County

Chanin Chardonnay Bien Nacido 2012

On the palate, there are tangerine and lemon cream flavors that finish in a clean, satisfying scone-like butteriness.
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Lewis Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2013 95 Points
Lewis 2013 Russian River Valley

Lewis Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2013

Full-blown, complex, and very sexy. A truly great wine at the price.
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Henri Germain Meursault-Charmes Premier Cru 2011 96 Points
Henri Germain 2011 Meursault

Henri Germain Meursault-Charmes Premier Cru 2011

Definitely a candidate for the cellar, this will continue to evolve and become more expressive over the next 10 years.
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Joseph Phelps Insignia 2011 96 Points
Joseph Phelps 2011 Napa Valley

Joseph Phelps Insignia 2011

Already enjoyable upon release, this will no doubt age beautifully for another decade.
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Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012 95 Points
Fait Main 2012 Napa Valley

Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012

This is a full throttle Cab that has all the hallmarks of a perfect vintage.
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E16 Pinot Noir 2012 95 Points
E16 2012 Sonoma

E16 Pinot Noir Bowland Ranch 2012

This wine is full of big rich fruit that is both intense and polished.
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94 Points
Ampere 2010 Pine Mountain - Cloverdale Peak

Ampere Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Showing blueberry, blackberry, and cinnamon on the nose, this Cab expresses itself through classic mountain terroir.
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96 Points
GKG 2012 Napa Valley

GKG Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012

Wave after wave of creme de cassis, black cherry, anise and baking spices delights the palate.
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