8 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 98+
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Cattleya Pinot Noir The Goddess 2023

A sensational Pinot Noir, bursting from the glass with seductive aromas of crushed black cherries, rose petals, wild herbs, and an intriguing touch of whole-cluster spice. The palate is lavishly textured and wonderfully velvety, delivering remarkable concentration without a trace of heaviness. Bright, perfectly judged acidity keeps the fruit vivid, while finely sculpted tannins frame... Read Full Review →
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Lucia Pinot Noir Soberanes 2024

A vivid, sangria-like mélange of blood orange, crisp apple skin and wild strawberry, lifted by savory herbs and exotic spice. Juicy, energetic and irresistibly delicious, with remarkable freshness and a long, vibrant finish. Read Full Review →
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Maybach Cabernet Sauvignon Vocabulum 2022

A luscious and hedonistic entry from Maybach’s expression of the vineyard formerly known as Abreu’s Thorevilos. Forward, concentrated dark fruit is in abundance but beautifully balanced by enough brightness and structure to make it utterly enjoyable. You can enjoy this immediately, it’s full-bodied and absolutely ready to thrill. The finish will get you excited for... Read Full Review →
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Opus One 2023

SRP = $490 98+ Points | CWA The new Opus One 2023 is an exceptionally serious, Bordeaux-inspired vintage – – bright, lifted and magnificently structured, with the ultra-firm tannins and elevated texture of a young Chateau Lafite – – but pure Napa joy at its core! An alluring bouquet of blackberry, black plum, crushed herbs... Read Full Review →
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Rhys Pinot Noir Alpine Vineyard Hillside 2021

Opens with a flashy, deeply complex nose of black cherry, fresh plum, pomegranate, and floral red-blue tones laced with toasty spice, mint, and earthy depth. Hints of cooked meat, tobacco, and stone add savory intrigue, evoking a Vougeot elegance with a Barolo-like tannic grip. The palate is powerful yet refined, meaty and tangy, with vibrant... Read Full Review →
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Realm Cabernet Sauvignon Moonracer 2022

Magical, with milk chocolate-y notes and grainy tannins that give it a bold structure. The dark fruit is intense yet refined, and the finish is tight but promising. It’s bright, with tight tannins and ripe black fruit, currant, and earthy spices on the nose, plus a hint of mint adding freshness. The palate is smooth,... Read Full Review →
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Barbour Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022

A purely opulent thrill ride, a glorious crescendo of sumptuous fruit, seamless balance and profound depth of flavor wrapped within a smooth, cashmere-like texture. Deliciously ripe plums, cherries, toasted pecan and semi-sweet cocoa, culminating in a captivating finish featuring hints of butterscotch that linger for a full minute. Remarkably distinguished and worthy of a 98... Read Full Review →
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Pahlmeyer Chardonnay Napa Valley 2022

A voluptuous and expressive showstopper with a bouquet of gardenia, grilled pineapple, and fresh coconut that flows seamlessly into the creamy, layered mid-palate. Classic yet indulgent, it balances butter, oak, and citrus with precision, delivering notes of brioche, lemon curd, and lightly toasted almonds and macadamia nuts. Hints of savory popcorn and vanilla bring a... Read Full Review →