548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
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Teso la Monja Victorino Toro 2018

A glass-coating opaque purple color leads to a complex bouquet of exotic spices, dark fruit and cigar box. On the palate it’s loaded with hedonistic layers of ripe plum, blackberry compote, espresso, plus a hint of toasted walnuts and cocoa. Tantalizing tobacco flavors with firm yet silky and well-integrated tannins and a long intense finish... Read Full Review
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2016

The 2016 Textbook ‘Mise En Place’ is remarkably serious-tasting, exceedingly satisfying and a must-have for collectors looking for an undiscovered value. A dramatic Cabernet, complex and layered, this shows deeply concentrated blackberry essence, black currant, dark chocolate and alluring baking spices that are intricately woven with a sweet, smoky oak influence. Tasted alongside a bevy... Read Full Review
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2019

The 2019 vintage of Textbook ‘Mise En Place’ bottling displays the velvety rich and luxuriously smooth texture + delicious dark fruit that has become the hallmark of Napa’s acclaimed 2019 vintage. Launching forth with satisfying notes of plums, dark chocolate, espresso and exotic spices that are deftly melded together with plush tannins and hints of... Read Full Review
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Textbook Page Turner Oakville 2019

The bouquet allures with head-turning aromas of black cherry, vanilla and graphite. Thanks to the dreamy balance of vibrant Cabernet and silky Merlot, the palate is velvety rich, providing a hedonistic purity of fruit and balance rarely present for less than $100. Layers of full-bodied red and black fruit are highlighted with blueberry, plums, and... Read Full Review
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Textbook Page Turner Oakville 2021

Thanks to the dreamy balance of vibrant Cabernet and velvety smooth Merlot, this luxurious blend provides an impressive purity of fruit rarely achieved at this price point. Wow! Satisfying notes of blackberry, dates, baking spices and semi-sweet Godiva chocolate and creamy vanilla linger on the scintillating finish. This is a densely-packed wine that will continue... Read Full Review
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The Crane Assembly El Coco GB Crane 2018

This monumental new blend soars forth with plum, blackberries, and zesty baking spices. Rich tasting and silky smooth, the opulent palate is ultra- expressive, delivering generous amounts of blueberry cobbler, boysenberry jam, and dark chocolate on the finish. For those who savor unabashed, full-throttle reds, this decadent, one of a kind gem seriously over-delivers for... Read Full Review
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The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2014

Absolutely bursting at the seams with flavor, this hedonistic Cabernet delivers the goods at every level, and featuring gobs of chocolate walnut brownie flavors. Intense aromatics of chocolate, spice, and crushed walnuts, the palate is rich and layered, showing cassis, blackberry liqueur, baking spices, and a touch of white pepper. Read Full Review
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The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2015

This velvetty smooth and rich Cabernet delivers the thrills at every level, boasting opulent layers of dark chocolate walnut brownie and intense fruit balanced by bold tannins. A captivating bouquet of baking spice, espresso and crushed walnuts lead to a palate featuring cassis, blackberry liqueur, and a touch of creamy vanilla. The finish lasts at... Read Full Review
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The Hilt Chardonnay Old Guard 2016

This delightfully delicious Chardonnay, though unquestionably Californian, has a lot to offer those collectors who appreciate Burgundy. This is a truly gorgeous white wine, supremely balanced with hints of citrus fruit and minerality that delivers an overall elegance rarely found outside France. This wine truly has something to offer Chardonnay lovers of every stripe and... Read Full Review
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Three Sticks Chardonnay Durell 2012

Three Sticks Durell Vineyard Chardonnay is a concentrated, luscious experience that offers a spicy, inviting nose. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and round with rich flavors of stonefruit and creamy oak. Absolutely delicious now and will continue providing pleasure through 2019. Read Full Review