Sojourn Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Gap’s Crown 2022 97 Points
Sojourn Cellars 2022 Sonoma Coast

Sojourn Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Gap’s Crown 2022

Silky, sexy, and bursting with personality, this stunning Pinot Magic delivers ripe raspberry and blackberry with notes of sweet cola, creamy richness, and a whisper of herbal vermouth on the finish. Exotic and vibrant, it’s both playful and complex, with a captivating spiciness. A damn tasty wine and an outrageous bargain. Easily one of the...
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Sphaerics Chardonnay On Days and Nights 2023 97 Points
Sphaerics 2023 Sonoma County

Sphaerics Chardonnay On Days and Nights 2023

The texture is silky and full, with ripe pineapple, tart apple, and bright citrus driving a tangy core that stays lively within the richness. Light herbal notes lend depth, while the seamless integration and crowd-pleasing charm make it both complex and approachable. A vibrant, full-throttle Chardonnay that is a thrill to drink.
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Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2023 97 Points
spottswoode 2023 Napa Valley

Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2023

This oh-so fresh & fun new Sauvignon Blanc features a fragrant boutique of mint and kiwi with hints of Star Jasmine. The refreshing palate dazzled us with Notes of lemon zest, green apple, pear, and lychees. Another exceptional white wine from Spottswoode that is ideal for Summer fun this year through 2027+.
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Sphaerics Chardonnay On Days and Nights 2024 97+ Points
Sphaerics 2024 Sonoma County

Sphaerics Chardonnay On Days and Nights 2024

Classic Russian River Valley richness, delivered with superb balance and an irresistible mix of ripe fruit and vanilla crème polish. Silky and full on the palate, it offers grilled pineapple and nectarine layered over bright citrus that keeps the core tangy, clean, and lively within the wine’s generous profile. A truly superb Chardonnay that’s simply...
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Standard Deviation Sauvignon Blanc XL Reserve 2020 97+ Points
Standard Deviation 2020 Napa Valley

Standard Deviation Sauvignon Blanc XL Reserve 2020

Flashy and fun, this inspiring new white wine boasts an array of deliciously refreshing + exotic fruit flavors! Standard Deviation XL 2020 is another succulent combination of zesty citrus, ripe melon and savory cotton candy on the exhilarating finish. Wow – this is our favorite new boutique Sauvignon Blanc under $100!
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Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon A Stop Along the Way 2022 97 Points
Teeter-Totter 2022 Napa Valley

Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon A Stop Along the Way 2022

This bold and flashy red is an absolute crowd-pleaser, packed with juicy blue and black fruits, rich espresso, and a decadent swirl of vanilla, coconut, and cacao. Super dense and delicious, it’s velvety on the palate and impeccably built, offering a luxurious texture that far outperforms its price point. Tremendous fun to drink and impossible...
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve du Dumas 2017 97+ Points
Textbook 2017 Napa Valley

Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve du Dumas 2017

This silky smooth Cabernet blend dazzles with dark fruit and velvety smooth tannins melded together harmoniously for a supremely impressive wine experience now through the next decade. In fact, the 2017 Reserve bottling is the best Textbook we’ve sampled as it reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200 – $300 per bottle. The bouquet...
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2022 97 Points
Textbook 2022 Napa Valley

Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2022

Textbook remains the gold standard for undiscovered boutique Napa Cabernets that deliver the richness of a $200 wine yet remain surprisingly affordable at under $100. This new vintage of ‘Mise En Place’ boasts a smooth, cashmere-like texture layered with sumptuous dark fruit—the very hallmark of this vineyard’s finest releases. Aromas of exotic spices seamlessly transition...
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The Crane Assembly El Coco GB Crane 2019 97 Points
The Crane Assembly 2019 Napa Valley

The Crane Assembly El Coco GB Crane 2019

This deliciously opulent new Zinfandel blend soars forth with rich tasting and silky smooth notes of blueberry cobbler, boysenberry jam, and creamy hints of caramel and dark chocolate (cocoa?) on the finish. We highly recommend for avid Zinfandel connoisseurs to enjoy with a wide range of meals including grilled meats or even pizza.
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The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2013 97 Points
The Dotted Line 2013 Napa Valley

The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2013

Absolutely bursting at the seams with flavor, this hedonistic Cabernet delivers the goods at every level, and featuring gobs of chocolate walnut brownie flavors. Intense aromatics of chocolate, spice, and crushed walnuts, the palate is rich and layered, showing cassis, blackberry liqueur, baking spices, and a touch of white pepper. The finish lasts at least...
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