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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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96 Points

Chateau Lalande Reserve de La Comtesse

Offering up aromas of cassis and pipe tobacco, the 2009 Reserve de la Comtesse presents itself as a perfect second wine from the chateau.

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94 Points

Disciples Napa Valley 2014

Positively explosive with fruit.

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96 Points

Lynmar Pinot Noir RRV Quail Hill Estate 2013

The 2013 Quail Hill is an absolute thrill-ride.

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96 Points

Lutum Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict 2013

Showing gorgeous aromas of lemon meringue pie…

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98 Points

Seventh Mansion Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder 2013

The provocative fruit intertwined with the plus tannins deliver a divinely satisfying experience now (decanting recommended prior to 2020) and portends enlightened enjoyment over the next decade.

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96 Points

Sojourn Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2014

This is an outstanding Pinot that is massively expressive.

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93 Points

Calluna Cabernet Blend CVC 2013

An all around big experience…

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94 Points

Skipstone Cabernet Sauvignon Faultline Vineyard 2013

The palate is silky in texture and layered with plum, currant, sage and dark chocolate.

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95 Points

Skipstone Cabernet Sauvignon Oliver’s Blend 2013

This wine is beautifully built with tremendous structure and age-ability.

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91 Points

Trinitas Mysteriama 2012

The nose is abundant with ripe cherry and dried sage. The palate carries on to reveal blueberries, chocolate and notes of baking spice.

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