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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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95 Points

Domaine Barraud Pouilly Fuisse la Vercheres 2014

This is a wine that punches way above its weight.

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94 Points

Il Fauno di Arcanum 2005

This wine has just hit it’s sweet spot.

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95 Points

Chateau Pichon Lalande Pauillac Reserve de Comtesse 2009

A polished and delicious wine…

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96 Points

Larkmead Sauvignon Blanc Napa Lillie 2014

A fabulous effort from one of Napa’s most iconic estates.

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96 Points

La Jota Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain 2013

There is a ton of potential here that will take a decade to unpack, but is thrilling tonight with some decanting.

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95 Points

Joseph Carr Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville 2012

Showing off a silky, sultry texture, the 2012 Joseph Carr Coombsville is a lovely example of full-throttle Napa Cab at a modest price.

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94 Points

Twomey Pinot Noir RRV 2014

A full-throttle Pinot experience…

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96 Points

Chateau de Vaudieu CdP Val de Dieu 2012

There is fabulous richness here that everyone can enjoy.

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95 Points

Saxon Brown Chardonnay Hyde 2012

This is a full-throttle Chardonnay …

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98 Points

Duckhorn Discussion Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Opaque purple-colored, it boasts spectacular, soaring aromatics of vanilla, minerals, coffee, blackberries, and cassis.

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