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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 →
94 Points

GB Crane Disciples Napa Valley 2015

Complex and evolving from first taste, unique aromas of blueberries, brambly fruit, cherry and plum open from the glass. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Favia Carbone Cabernet Blend Napa 2015

Sumptuous aromas of plum, cassis, blackberry and sage evolve on the palate to include dark chocolate, baking spice and hints of graphite plus luxuriously integrated oak on the majestic finish. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Kenzo Asuka Cabernet Franc Napa Estate 2014

The 2013 Kenzo Asuka is a classic in the making and exactly what you expect a “Cult” Cabernet to taste like. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Three Palms 2013

Embodying the superb characteristics of the legendary 2013 vintage, the new Three Palms Cabernet offers a stunning bouquet of black currant, cocoa and new leather. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Lewis Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa 2014

The new 2014 Reserve Cabernet displays a divinely cashmere-like texture, deftly balanced with a voluptuous core of dark cherry and cassis on the front palate with hints of roasted espresso and allspice. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Dyer Cabernet Sauvignon Diamond Mountain District 2013

Showing the more elegant side of Cabernet, it displays a bouquet of fresh cherry and plum, lavender and cedar spice. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Joseph Phelps Freestone Pinot Noir 2014

The silky smooth palate is densely packed, showcasing purity and precision, with notes of black cherry, raspberries, and Darjeeling tea. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Keever Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2013

Voluptuous layers of black cherry, wild flowers and sage all come together eloquently in this robust cabernet. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Moone-Tsai Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Heintz 2014

Offering a luscious mouthfeel, it delivers layer after layer of lemon tart, nectarine and orange marmalade on a bed of creamy oak flavors. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Eisele Altagracia Cabernet 2014

This vintage is beautifully balanced with complex notes of viscous black fruit, figs, roasted espresso beans, and hints of herbs (sage, fennel) with pipe tobacco on the delightfully satisfying finish. Read Full Review →
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