68 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 99
Sire Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Sleeping Lady Vineyard 2021
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Sire Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Sleeping Lady Vineyard 2021

Pure sultriness from the first note to the last. Inviting aromas of red berry and spices. The palate lines up perfectly behind the nose with bright ripe red fruit flavors that go SO deep. The texture here, though, may steal the show. Seamless, silky sexiness that just captivates thoroughly. Remember when you first fell in...

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Realm Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Fidelio 2024
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Realm Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Fidelio 2024

Holy smokes—this is delicious and pure fun in a glass! Fidelio is clearly ascending to the pinnacle of Sauvignon Blanc with a vintage that bursts with  tropical fruit flavors and a racy, vibrant texture. True to its flashy label, this wine is vivid and unapologetically intense, boasting subtle hints of white peach alongside spicy ginger...

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Fayard Cabernet Sauvignon Martinez Vineyard 2021
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Fayard Cabernet Sauvignon Martinez Vineyard 2021

A Cabernet of opulence and precision, Fayard has delivered a masterpiece from the Martinez vineyard next to Ovid on Pritchard Hill. On the nose, it unfurls with an luxurious bouquet of juicy, ripe blackberry and cassis intertwined with subtle herbs and citrus zest that adds lift and brightness. The fleshy, velvety texture delivers a vibrant core...

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Sarah Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 2018
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Sarah Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 2018

This velvety smooth Cabernet from Napa’s unanimously celebrated 2018 vintage is truly dazzling as it reminds us of Cult Cabernets such as Harlan or Shafer Hillside Select. The bouquet allures with notes of new leather, cigar box, and freshly ground espresso. Flashy and fun notes of brambleberries, black currant, cassis and Lindt dark chocolate waltz...

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Dalla Valle Proprietary Red Maya 2014
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Dalla Valle Proprietary Red Maya 2014

This majestic vintage of Dalla Valle’s flagship blend displays a dense purple color as well as glorious aromas of black and red fruits, smoke, camphor, subtle wood, and exotic spices. After a few years of cellar time, we marveled at the bountiful dark fruit flavors perfectly balanced by ultra-velvety tannins. This brilliantly constructed 2014 is...

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Cupano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015

WOW! This monumentally satisfying Brunello is a show-stopper, just now approaching its drinking window after a few years of cellar time. Launching forth with a fanfare of savory herbs plus layers upon layers of ripe red fruit, smoky oak, flowers and chocolate. The palate is luxuriously rich, with awe-inspiring notes of red and black cherries,...

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Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Reserve 2019

The magical, boutique-production (about 8 barrels total) ‘Reserve’ Cabernet 2019 dazzles from the start with an alluring bouquet of black currant, plum, chocolate covered cherries and walnuts. Core notes of black cherry, ripe blackberry, and vanilla toasted oak convert to rich mocha and sweet and velvety smooth tannins. Seemingly endless layer upon layer of gorgeous...

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Marcassin Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard 2016

The new Marcassin 2016 commands immediate attention with a flamboyant bouquet full of fresh flowers (red roses, star gazer lilies, etc) and Provençal herbs. Succulent notes of bright strawberry,sarsaparilla, maraschino cherry compote, and cassis gracefully waltz across the palate like a ballerina. Flawlessly balanced hints of vanilla bean, cotton candy, and hints of blueberry cream...

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Bob Cabral Pinot Noir Troubadour 2017

Wow! This Pinot is an ultra-rich and luxurious new success that commences with an alluring bouquet of warm Christmas spices leading to a velvety smooth texture. The magical flavors include pomegranate, kirsch, nutmeg, pipe tobacco, and a provocative finish (60+ seconds) that offers savory hints of creamy oak plus black truffles. This new discovery reminds...

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Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf du Pape Les Clavelles 2019

Bravo! 2019 is just the fourth vintage of this exclusive, best-of-the-best vintage bottling of Chateau La Nerthe’s rarest red (merely two barrels crafted for the entire world). The monumentally impressive experience commences with a bouquet of fresh lavender and saltwater taffy. Awe-inspiring flavors commence with kirsch, framboise, black cherry, blueberry and a tantalizing finish with...

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