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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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Tyler PInot Noir Santa Barbara County 2013
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Tyler Pinot Noir Santa Barbara County 2013

Fresh, lively, and elegant, the Tyler Pinot Noir offers up notes of red and black berries.

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Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2012
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Goldeneye Pinot Noir Anderson Valley 2012

Showing impressive weight and body, this succulent Pinot is guaranteed to please with it’s silky texture and pure fruit and spices.

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Toby Lane Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander 2010

The finish shows an abundance of juicy red fruit and spice.

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Blackbird Arise Napa Valley 2012
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Blackbird Arise Napa Valley 2012

Showing great dark fruit, tobacco, and spices on the nose, it evolves into an expansive and rich palate with plenty of pure Napa fruit on display.

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Calafia La Reina Reserve 2011
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Calafia La Reina Reserve 2011

This is a supremely satisfying Cab that will continue to drink well for another 6-8 years.

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Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa Valley 2012
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Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa Valley 2012

Deliciously vibrant notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, and brioche are deftly balanced with alluring citrus oil and a creamy vanilla oak.

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Lanterna Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012
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Lanterna Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012

Soars from the glass with captivating aromas of espresso and melted dark chocolate, leading to a robust experience…

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Schrader Aston Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2012

This wine opens up with intense multi-dimensional layers of blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors.

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Field Recordings Cabernet Sauvignon Neverland 2013
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Field Recordings Cabernet Sauvignon Neverland 2013

Cassis, cherry currant, juicy blueberry and hints of semi-sweet chocolate chip cookie dough and pecans on the exuberant finish.

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Mascot Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2010 by Will Harlan

Sumptuous aromas of black currant, plum, pipe tobacco, and holiday baking spice introduce a cornucopia of scintillating flavors.

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