The 2019 Melanson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Adversity Cellars is simply magnificent. It immediately starts off by displaying an impressive dark inky color, which is followed by seductive aromas of blueberry compote and ripe dark berries that are accompanied by fresh violets, dark chocolate, exotic spices, fresh sage, graphite and hints of loam that all...
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Sampling this mesmerizing new white wine is like sipping liquid gold, easily one of California’s very most refreshingly delicious Chardonnays and this new vintage is once again a strong candidate for Boutique Chardonnay of the Year! The opulent bouquet boasts honeysuckle and jasmine aromas then features notes of succulent lemon tart, mandarin orange peel, ginger...
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This refreshing nectar looks (and tastes) like golden honey, featuring an iridescent yellow-green glow of brilliance. Supremely delicious notes of pie crust, toasted almonds, candied lemon and orange zest. Enjoy every sip for a celebration now through 2030. Perfect with sushi, oysters and French cheeses. Wow, this is sooooo fun we’re already thirsty for another...
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Hailing entirely from the rocky, elevated slopes of Howell Mountain, this 2018 Castiel Cabernet Sauvignon boasts aromas of fresh blackberry, baking spices, and fragrant black tea. On the palate, the immense structure of this wine is immediately apparent. A delightful core of fresh blueberries and cream lead to prodigious tannins that show density and strength....
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We love this new release and cannot wait to pair it with a juicy steak (+ Cuban cigar) after decanting. The seductive fruit and profound tannins are deftly balanced for a monumentally delicious experience tonight. Notes of exotic spices, cassis and blueberries lead to grainy tannins and delightful hints of graham cracker on the creamy...
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This 2018 edition of Della’s best-barrel reserve Pinot is an exceptional experience that sumptuous Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The flashy bouquet displays with intense notes of Morello cherries, rhubarb, raspberry pie, and Christmas spices. A tour de force, this exquisite Pinot Noir flaunts silky smooth waves of monumentally delicious dark berries, black plum,...
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This new Chardonnay discovery is outrageously delicious, reminding us of the finest Peter Michael or Aubert bottlings (before they were famous). The bold fruit is simultaneously gloriously refreshing, crisp, and lingering on the palate thanks to the overall balance. Captivating notes of honey-crisp apples, tropical fruit and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the front...
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Deep garnet colored, the 2015 Pedregal Cabernet boasts an alluring bouquet of creme de cassis, Christmas fruitcake, cedar wood, blackberries and Peruvian coffee. After five years of cellar time, we admired how the ultra-velvety texture and robust tannins frame an array of flavors including blackberry pie with touches of mocha, wood smoke, Cuban cigars and...
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This brand new 2018 is 100% jammy, juicy, and gorgeous! The word “plinth” is defined as a “strong base of support” and certainly applies here since the winery’s precious Estate Cabernet grapes ‘support’ the velvety smooth, deeply satisfying dark fruit from a world-famous vineyard in Napa’s prized Oakville district. Deliciously ripe (but not overripe) with...
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Simply stated, this is exotic wine is a tour-de-force that must be tasted to believe. Intense fragrance of Asian spices and ripe red and dark berries. As subtle and nuanced as Grenache Noir can be, this Cuvée is features elegance, power, exceptional depth, and vibrant energy. The bold, dark fruit flavors include framboise, black cherry,...
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