548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
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Carte Blanche Chardonnay UV Vineyard 2020

Once again, we love this new Chardonnay thrill-ride featuring alluring notes of caramel, lightly buttered scones, honeysuckle, nectarines and Summer peaches, with a luxuriously well balanced, creamy oak finish. Launching forth with a captivating bouquet of honeysuckle and gardenias, the pallet envelops your senses with creamy vanilla and lemon oil characteristics reminiscent of Kistler or... Read Full Review
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Castalia Pinot Noir RRV Rochioli 2019

This flashy, red fruit-driven new Pinot is truly sumptuous! Not surprisingly, it reminds us of favorite Russian River Valley discoveries such as Rochioli and Williams Selyem as it boasts ripe raspberry, cherry, strawberry, cinnamon notes on the palate. Gorgeous cherries and baking spice combine with silky tannins to create a sensation guaranteed to thrill avid... Read Full Review
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Cattleya Chardonnay Beyond the Threshold 2021

Sampling this white wine is reminiscent of our Chardonnay ‘first loves’ crafted by Pahlmeyer or Chateau Boswell years ago! We were swept away by aromas of zesty citrus, honeysuckle, and white peach and flavors of creamy oak, caramel popcorn, vanilla, and orange marmalade. It’s refreshing finish leaves you savoring every sip. Drink now through 2030. Read Full Review
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Cattleya Chardonnay Cuvee #5 2020

Sampling this dreamy new white wine is reminiscent of our Chardonnay ‘first loves’ crafted by Pahlmeyer or Chateau Boswell years ago! The opulent bouquet boasts honeysuckle and jasmine aromas then leads to notes of refreshing citrus, mandarin orange peel, ginger and peach blossoms plus buttered popcorn on the alluring finish. The palate is pure joy... Read Full Review
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Cattleya Chardonnay Cuvee #5 2021

Once again, this mouth-watering new white wine is reminiscent of our Chardonnay ‘first loves’ crafted by Pahlmeyer or Chateau Boswell years ago! The exquisite bouquet boasts fresh pineapple, Tahitian vanilla bean, honeysuckle and jasmine then leads to notes of refreshing pears, candied lemon, ginger and peach blossoms plus caramel from crème Brule. The palate is... Read Full Review
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Champagne Bernard Remy Brut Rose NV

What a spectacular Rosé! Reminds me of favorite Laurent Perrier Rosé for a lot less coin. Glorious red fruit and elegant bubbles mean this tremendous bargain will pair with many menus and impress since it tastes like the famous Rosés that cost four times this humble price. Read Full Review
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Champagne Bernard Remy Grand Cru NV

This spectacular new arrival features elegant bubbles and tantalizing notes of brioche, toasted almonds, candied lemon, and orange zest. The mesmerizing finish features hints of buttery, toasty croissant with lavender honey. Wow, this is such much fun we’re already thirsty for another sip! Read Full Review
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Champagne Saint Chamant Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2008

Spicy, honeysuckle nose with that intoxicating pure Chardonnay bead rushing through the rim. Hints of toasty brioche, orange peel, lemon drops, and fresh baked sourdough accentuate this well rounded, classy bubbly as layers of apple, nectarine, pear, lime, fresh baked pastry and mineral unfold. The finish leaves the impressions of and a yearning for creme... Read Full Review
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Champagne Vilmart 1er Grand Reserve

Pink hued ‘tiny bubbles’ in the glass; satisfying flavors of cotton candy, tinged with garden flowers, on the nose. The supremely delicious palate is packed with honeysuckle, raspberries and creamy strawberries that crescendo with a tantalizing finish to savor now through 2026+. Immensely refreshing! Read Full Review