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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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94 Points

Farella Sauvignon Blanc Napa Estate 2016

Alluring aromas of pear, honeysuckle and lemongrass evolve on the palate to include apple, and grapefruit.

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98 Points

Rudd Proprietary Red Napa Estate Reserve 2013

Dense ruby/purple color, copious notes of graphite and black fruits, sweet tannin, a voluptuous, opulent texture, and terrific purity as well as freshness.

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97 Points

Fait Main Las Piedras Cabernet 2014

Dense, ripe, and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, this monumental effort displays a core of cassis, blackberry, mocha and caramel accentuated by hints of creamy toffee on the prodigious finish.

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96 Points

Revana Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Terroir Series 2013

This is a full-bodied, multi-layered red with rich dark fruit, semi-sweet cocoa and exotic spice to delight the palate now (decanting recommended prior to 2020).

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99 Points

Morey-Coffinet Batard Montrachet Grand Cru 2015

The bouquet possesses incredible verve and a laser-like focus.

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96 Points

Nicolas Jay Pinot Noir Willamette 2015

The bouquet is simply lovely, offering aromas of black fruit, cedar spice, violets and cassis.

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95 Points

Noemi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2014

The palate boasts a silky smooth texture and mouthfeel with flavors of chocolate malt, rich dark berry fruits, hints of olive tapenade and a touch of walnut brownies.

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99 Points

Tuck Beckstoffer Cabernet Sauvignon Mockingbird Blue 2014

A strong candidate for perfection, this stunning new release is virtually peerless among new Cabernet releases from Napa.

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95 Points

Von Holt Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Suacci 2013

Alluring aromas of fresh cherry, plum, raspberry and rose petals lead to what can only be described as an impeccably balanced palate.

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96 Points

Icardi Barolo Parej 2007

The palate shows complex layers of truffles with figs, olive tapenade and rich dark fruit.

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