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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 →
95 Points

Damilano Barolo Liste 2011

Gorgeous aromatics packed with red berries, spice, and mineral lead to a palate that is balanced and inviting. Read Full Review →
94 Points

Domaine Benoit Ente Bourgogne Blanc 2015

The 2015 Bourgogne has terrific richness, offering up ample orchard fruit and pear. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard Chassage Montrachet VV 2015

Straw-colored, aromas of toasted hazelnut, stone fruit and lemon oil rise from the glass. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Maison Harbour Chassage-Montrachet 1er En Remilly 2014

The bouquet is elegant and sophisticated, showing notes of honeysuckle, stone fruit, crushed stone, and hints for spring flowers. Read Full Review →
94 Points

Method Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2014

The bouquet is loaded with the telltale aromas of cassis, black cherry, sage and dark chocolate. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Windy Oaks Estate Santa Cruz Mountains Syrah 2013

A long fresh finish wraps up nice and clean with a touch of flint and leaves you ready for another sip. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Windy Oaks Estate Old Vine Chardonnay 2014

The palate is layered and complex leaving you with crisp minerality, limestone and fresh meyer lemon. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Windy Oaks Estate Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2014

Savory notes develop mid palate showing plum and graphite while leading to an elegant hint of toasted oak on the lingering finish. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Arkenstone Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014

The bouquet is dominated by gorgeous aromas of melon, kiwi, grapefruit pith and tropical fruit. Read Full Review →
93 Points

Domaine Jomain Bourgogne Blanc 2015

The 2015 Bourgogne from Jomain has terrific richness, offering up ample orange and lemon citrus, light flininess and a beautiful round mouthfeel. Read Full Review →
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