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CIRQ Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2021

This is an awe-inspiring example of Pinot Perfection that simply must be tasted to believed. Three-dimensional aromas of ripe cherry, bright red berries, and spices. Layers of bright red fruit on the palate and a towering structure that puts this into a category of its own when compared to its peers. So much charisma in... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Lewis Chardonnay Reserve 2016

The palate offers an almost unreal texture as the fruit gains depth and the ripe nectarine flavors are carried by its lovely texture and pronounced oak. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Lewis Chardonnay Barcaglia Lane 2016

Launching forth with a striking bouquet of blood orange and spiced apple fruits, this tremendous new effort includes notes of honeysuckle and citrus oil with delightful accents of creamy oak on the finish that lasts a full 30 seconds. Read Full Review →
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Leviathan Cabernet Blend Napa 2014

The palate gives way to an even-keeled expression of cherries, violets, umeboshi, savory tannins and licorice. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Chateau Boswell Absolutely Elouise Radian Pinot Noir 2015

The captivating bouquet displays stunning aromas of violets, cassis, caramel and cocoa. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2015

This vintage is beautifully balanced with complex notes of opulent black fruit, dark chocolate, roasted espresso beans, and hints of sage and fennel on the delightfully satisfying finish. Read Full Review →
98 Points

Accendo Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2014

This classic, almost Médoc-like blend offers up bountiful aromatics including forest floor, blackcurrants, tobacco leaf, a saturated purple color, and remarkable intensity, spectacular texture, length and overall balance. Read Full Review →
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Bouard Bonnefoy Chassagne Montrachet 1er les Vergers 2015

Intense aromatics of pear, white peach, and pain grillé develop on the palate to include light tropical and floral notes along with hints of spice. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Arietta “Quartet” Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015

Copious quantities of exotic spices and intense fruit launch from the glass initially. Read Full Review →
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Textbook “Mise en Place” Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Reminiscent of the 2013 vintage, this new release soars from the glass with captivating aromas of potpourri and melted dark chocolate that lead to a luscious, deftly-balanced experience featuring layers of black fruit complimented by seamlessly integrated, creamy French oak and firm tannins. Read Full Review →
98 Points

Ovid Estate Cabernet Blend 2014

Gracefully intertwining notes of dark cocoa, tightly wound fruit, graphite, and baking spices come together for a prodigious finish that is velvety smooth with spicy fruit and plush tannins. Read Full Review →
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