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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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De Sante Sauvignon Blanc Napa Old Vine 2011 94 Points
De Sante 2011 Napa Valley

De Sante Sauvignon Blanc Napa Old Vine 2011

Truly one of the great Sauv Blancs in the world today, the 2011 De Sante shows a gorgeous bouquet of lemon cream and crisp, refreshing fruit.
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Magie Rouge Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2008 97 Points
Magie Rouge 2008 Napa Valley

Magie Rouge Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2008

This prodigious new discovery boasts a luscious, silky texture plus deftly integrated concentration and a stunning, multidimensional mouth-feel...
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Marcassin Chardonnay Estate 2010 98 Points
Marcassin 2010 Sonoma Coast

CULT SPOTLIGHT: Marcassin Chardonnay Estate 2010

On the road to Chardonnay nirvana, the 2010 Marcassin boasts a nearly flawless texture that is cashmere-like on the palate.
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Lindstrom Pinot Noir Dutton Ranch 2012 95 Points
Lindstrom 2012 Russian River Valley

Lindstrom Pinot Noir Dutton Ranch 2012

Seamlessly blends the elegance of Russian River with the power of Napa winemaker Celia Welch.
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Brooks Note Pinot Noir Weir Vineyard 2012 95 Points
Brooks Note 2012 Anderson Valley

Brooks Note Pinot Noir Weir Vineyard 2012

A delightfully expressive bouquet packed with cherry blossom, red and black berries, and high-toned minerality.
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Morlet Pinot Noir Coteaux Nobles 2012 97 Points
Morlet Family Vineyards 2012 Sonoma Coast

Morlet Pinot Noir Coteaux Nobles 2012

Gorgeous and immensely enjoyable now, the flavors will continue to expand gracefully for 5 – 7 years if you're patient enough to wait.
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Peacock Pinot Noir Martinelli Ranch 2008 95 Points
Peacock Family 2008 Russian River Valley

Peacock Pinot Noir Martinelli Ranch 2008

Dense, deep and rich, this full mesmerizing Pinot features opulent fruit on the front palate while maintaining an ageworthy elegance for enjoyment over the next 5 years (for anyone that can wait that long).
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Benovia Pinot Noir Cohn Vineyard 2011 96 Points
Benovia 2010 Sonoma

Benovia Pinot Noir Cohn Vineyard 2010

Year after year this site has a hallmark of an ethereally-floral aromatic quality, with sensual texture, minerality and an impressive length...
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Lloyd Cellars Chardonnay 2012 94 Points
Lloyd Cellars 2012 Carneros

Lloyd Cellars Chardonnay 2012

Big, rich, and an evolution from his Rombauer roots, winemaker Rob Lloyd continues to astound us with his gold standard style Chardonnay.
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Jones Family Cabernet Sauvignon the Sisters 2011 95 Points
Jones Family 2011 Napa Valley

Jones Family Cabernet Sauvignon the Sisters 2011

An impressive offering under $100, the 2011 Jones demonstrates the virtues of attentive vineyard work and craftsmanship from a winemaker hitting his stride in Napa today.
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