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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 →
99 Points

Levy & McClellan Cabernet Ampersand 2013

Showcasing the legendary 2013 Napa vintage, this virtually flawless Cabernet blend dazzles from the start with a soaring, almost Amarone-like bouquet along with toasty oak, cassis, and blackberry liqueur. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Napa 2014

The 2014 Tench Cabernet exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and lavender. Read Full Review →
Calera Pinot Noir 2014
94 Points

Calera Pinot Noir 2014

he 2014 Calera delivers the perfect balance of forward fruit and spice at a price that is hard to beat. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Meteor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Perseid 2014

Fresh and vibrant on the palate, there are focused layers of dark fruit, baking spice, graphite and dark chocolate. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Hobel Cabernet Sauvignon “The Figure” 2015

The mid-pallate is packed with dense flavors of red and black fruit, exotic spices all harmoniously balanced together. Read Full Review →
Ridge Chardonnay Estate 2015
96 Points

Ridge Chardonnay Estate 2015

It is pale golden in color and exudes pineapple fruit, braised pear, and fig aromas, sweet oak, and dried herbs on the palate. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Levensohn Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2013

Bold, dark and brooding, the 2013 Levensohn Cabernet exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and sandlewood. Read Full Review →
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Cirq Pinot Noir Bootleggers Hill Vineyard 2014

The tantalizing bouquet of fresh violets, lavender, and strawberry scones introduces a panoply of high-tone flavors including raspberry, Darjeeling tea, plus hints of persimmon and subtle, supporting oak on the finish. Read Full Review →
94 Points

Domaine Henri Boillot Bourgogne Blanc 2015

The bouquet on the 2015 Boillot Bourgogne Blanc is fresh and ripe, displaying notes of tropical fruit, lemon citrus, and hints of exotic spices. Read Full Review →
Cenyth Cabernet Blend Sonoma 2014
95 Points

Cenyth Cabernet Blend Sonoma 2014

There is great energy here with voluptuous layers of red and black fruits, floral notes and hints of roasted herbs that create a seamless expression from start to lip-smacking finish. Read Full Review →
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