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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 →
Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012
95 Points

Teeter Totter Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012

This is a full throttle Cab that has all the hallmarks of a perfect vintage. Read Full Review →
E16 Pinot Noir 2012
95 Points

E16 Pinot Noir Bowland Ranch 2012

This wine is full of big rich fruit that is both intense and polished. Read Full Review →
94 Points

Ampere Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Showing blueberry, blackberry, and cinnamon on the nose, this Cab expresses itself through classic mountain terroir. Read Full Review →
96 Points

GKG Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012

Wave after wave of creme de cassis, black cherry, anise and baking spices delights the palate. Read Full Review →
Failla Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2012
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Failla Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2012

Offers soft, elegant aromatics laced with soft berry, pomegranate, and stone fruit. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Rudd Sauvignon Blanc Mt. Veeder 2012

A perfect balance of fruit and mineral, this Sauvignon Blanc shows what the upper echelons of quality can achieve. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Marcel Deiss Alsace Berckem 2011

The expressive bouquet highlights white flowers, passionfruit, and kiwi notes. Read Full Review →
98 Points

Levy & McClellan Cabernet Sauvignon Ampersand 2010

This Cabernet blend offers a truly voluptuous, supremely satisfying experience now and promises grandeur for the next decade. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Avril CDP Clos des Papes 2009

Rich and delicious on the palate, showing notes of plum, black cherry, spice box. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Biale Zinfandel Black Chicken Napa 2012

On the palate, it expansive and hedonistic, with a masterful balance between the black cherry and blueberry fruit and the anise, sweet spices, and mineral. Read Full Review →
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