548 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 96
96 Points

Coho Merlot Michael Black 2007

Dark and sultry black color and a big, sweet nose of espresso roast and Indian spices, blackberries, spicy cherry, and smoky oak. This is one long, opulent wine with amazing concentration, a huge mid-palate, and a delightful finish. All of this is presented in a seamless, supple texture that offers an exotic drinking experience tonight,... Read Full Review
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Adrian Fog Pinot Noir Oppenlander 2011

. Rich aromas of dark berries, spice, and anise explode from the glass. Beautifully focused, the Adrian Fog has opulent, full mouth-feel and delivers wave after wave of berry, black cherry, and strawberry continuing on to a mile-long finish. While it is clear that this Pinot is built to last, it is thoroughly enjoyable now. Read Full Review
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Beau Vigne Cabernet Sauvignon Juliet 2008

Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a dark ruby/purple color in addition to abundant amounts of creme de cassis and floral characteristics, with black fruits, cherry, cocoa, tobacco box, full-bodied power, supple tannins, a layered mouthfeel, and a long, savory finish. It can be enjoyed now and over the next 15+ years. Read Full Review
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Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2008

This wine is a powerhouse effort that combines the age-ability of the finest grand cru Burgundy with full throttle, gloriously rich Sonoma Chardonnay fruit. The galaxy of flavors includes luscious vanilla, exotic minerality, honeysuckle, crème brulee, as well as impressive delineation for its opulent style. Ultra-smooth and succulent, a symphony of ripe tropical fruit flavors... Read Full Review
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Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2007

This remarkable new effort launches forth with delicious black currants, plums, and a hint of spice and creamy vanilla on the finish. Elegant, full-bodied flavors are intense and substantial, but neither heavy nor overweight. This beautiful, pure, well-balanced Cabernet should drink well for 10+ years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate but a guaranteed thriller... Read Full Review
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Benovia Pinot Noir Cohn Vineyard 2011

The medium ruby color is joined by gorgeously intense aromas of spring flowers, Queen Anne cherries with delightfully alluring notes of strawberry rhubarb pie and holiday spices. Year after year this site has a hallmark of an ethereally-floral aromatic quality, with sensual texture, minerality and an impressive length for a seductive, complex experience to be... Read Full Review
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Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2009

The Durell vineyard is so distinct, it would certainly be ranked as a Premier Cru if California had such designations. The bouquet is bursting with aromas of tropical fruit, grilled pineapple, and white peach. The palate is rich and opulent, with full layers of lemon cream, green apple, butterscotch, and toasted pastry. Durrell s classic... Read Full Review
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Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2008

This remarkable new effort tastes like a $100-$200 Cult Cabernet launching forth with deliciously juicy black fruit deftly melded across a velvety smooth texture with a hint of spice and creamy vanilla French Oak on the finish. Masterfully elegant to enjoy tonight after decanting this voluptuous, pure, well-balanced Cabernet features plushy tannins that bode well... Read Full Review
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Cross Cabernet Sauvignon Brix Vyd Oakville 2006

Big and rich, with an elegant aromatic nose dominated by majestic fruit this opulent Cabernet features complex notes of mocha, cassis, tobacco and exotic spices. luscious and smooth on the palate yet full bodied throughout. Finishes with notes of boysenberry, cherry and raspberry with ultra silky tannins. Read Full Review