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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 →
Occidental Pinot Noir Bodega Headlands Cuvee Elizabeth 2011
98 Points

Occidental Pinot Noir Bodega Headlands Cuvee Elizabeth 2011

The 2011 Cuvee Elizabeth is one of the finest Pinots I've tasted from the vintage. The depth of bright red fruit at the center of this wine is instantly compelling and is driven by a youthful acidity that should carry it along for many years... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Berridge Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2009

The palate is silky smooth and delivers wave upon wave of plum, cranberry, and blood orange. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Sodaro Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2010

This wine beautifully expresses the complexity and character of Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by Napa’s top winemakers in the best vintages. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Peirson Meyer Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Heintz 2010

Spectacularly energetic, it delivers a well-focused fruit profile that suggest top-tier Burgundy rather than rustic Sonoma Coast. Read Full Review →
94 Points

Paydirt Proprietary Red Paso Robles 2011

This wine is complex, concentrated, and well-structured. Read Full Review →
95 Points

Canard Duchene Authentic Brut Rose

This bright, seductive cuvee is delightful as an aperitif, enjoyed throughout the evening or to accompany delicately sweet desserts. Read Full Review →
Tor Rock Grenache Cuvee Cooper 2012
96 Points

Tor Rock Grenache Cuvee Cooper 2012

A tour de force for Rhone-styled wines, Tor's wines quite often completely over-deliver for their modest price. Read Full Review →
Stewart Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2010
95 Points

Stewart Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2010

This wine is designed to impress and it achieves that in spades. Read Full Review →
Dalla Valle Cabernet Blend Collina 2011
95 Points

Dalla Valle Cabernet Blend Collina 2011

With notes of red raspberry, confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and all-spice, it has a viscosity and length that is remarkable. Read Full Review →
Vina Cobos Cocodrilo Corte 2012
94 Points

Vina Cobos Cocodrilo Corte 2012

The Cocodrilo is wonderfully opaque purple-colored with an aromatic array of exotic spices. Read Full Review →
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