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Failla Pinot Noir Occidental Ridge Vineyard 2022

Deep and layered, it opens with aromas of dark cherry and damp earth. The palate is both dense and ethereal, balancing rich, round fruit with a bright, lifted acidity. Notes of black tea and wild herbs add complexity, while a juicy core of red and black berries lingers through a long, refined finish. The interplay...

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Tor Tierra Roja 2014

Another remarkable release from one of Napa’s finest undiscovered vineyards with swanky neighbors including Dalla Valle and Screaming Eagle.

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Duckhorn Merlot Napa Three Palms 2014
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Duckhorn Merlot Napa Three Palms 2014

On the palate, the tannins are firm and structured, supporting ample currant and fig flavors, as well as enticing baking spice.

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Levy & McClellan Cabernet Ampersand 2013

Showcasing the legendary 2013 Napa vintage, this virtually flawless Cabernet blend dazzles from the start with a soaring, almost Amarone-like bouquet along with toasty oak, cassis, and blackberry liqueur.

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Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Napa 2014

The 2014 Tench Cabernet exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and lavender.

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Calera Pinot Noir 2014
94 Points

Calera Pinot Noir 2014

he 2014 Calera delivers the perfect balance of forward fruit and spice at a price that is hard to beat.

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Meteor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Perseid 2014

Fresh and vibrant on the palate, there are focused layers of dark fruit, baking spice, graphite and dark chocolate.

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Hobel Cabernet Sauvignon “The Figure” 2015

The mid-pallate is packed with dense flavors of red and black fruit, exotic spices all harmoniously balanced together.

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Ridge Chardonnay Estate 2015
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Ridge Chardonnay Estate 2015

It is pale golden in color and exudes pineapple fruit, braised pear, and fig aromas, sweet oak, and dried herbs on the palate.

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Levensohn Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2013

Bold, dark and brooding, the 2013 Levensohn Cabernet exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and sandlewood.

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Cirq Pinot Noir Bootleggers Hill Vineyard 2014

The tantalizing bouquet of fresh violets, lavender, and strawberry scones introduces a panoply of high-tone flavors including raspberry, Darjeeling tea, plus hints of persimmon and subtle, supporting oak on the finish.

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