100 Points

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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 →
Blue Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Baby Blue 2006
92 Points

Blue Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Baby Blue 2006

Features notes of creme de cassis, dark fruit flavors (blackberry, plums), lavender, and well-integrated oak. Having spent less time in new French Oak, this wine is ready for prime time now but will also age well for the next two years, peaking around 2010 in our estimate. Read Full Review →
Blue Rock Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
93 Points

Blue Rock Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Typical of Blue Rock Cabernet, this new release is proving to be very aromatic and offers multi-dimensional notes of black currant, creme de cassis, black cherry, and subtle wood. The attention to detail is obvious in the wines’ elegance and velvety texture. It has a very full body and silky, sweet ripe tannins, well-integrated oak,... Read Full Review →
Block 16 Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
93 Points

Block 16 Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Features a silky smooth texture with a wide array of deep, dark, and complex fruit including blackberry, plum, herb and cedar flavors balanced by ultra-plush tannins typical of Napa Valley s finest Cabernets. The structure and balance of this wine is seamless with a velvety texture reminiscent of my favorite age-worthy wines. The smoky oak... Read Full Review →
Blankiet Prince of Hearts Cabernet Blend Napa 2009
95 Points

Blankiet Prince of Hearts Cabernet Blend Napa 2009

Supple and refined with bright aromas of nutty oak, red berries, mocha and flowers that leap out of the glass. Big, lush and spicy, this is made in a modern, rich style with notes of black cherries, black currants and coffee. Firm yet plushy tannins and a finish that won’t stop, this is a tremendous... Read Full Review →
Black Bart’s Bride Napa 2007
94 Points

Black Bart’s Bride Napa 2007

Polished, complex nose; aromas of orange pith, key lime pie, white peach, stone fruits, nut, spice, apricot danish with clotted cream. The innate generosity of the palate is tightly wound around a spine of minerality, this wine will develop superbly, gaining richness without losing its varietal identity. Read Full Review →
Bjornstad Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Hellenthal 2009
94 Points

Bjornstad Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Hellenthal 2009

Intense pomegranate color sets the stage for the exotic aromatics of this dense Pinot Noir from Hellenthal Vineyard. Asian spices, sweet cherry, herbs, minerals, raspberry and subtle hints of toffee flavors with a powerful, full-bodied, and sinewy texture make this one sexy Pinot you don t want to miss. Read Full Review →
Bjornstad Chardonnay Barbed Oak 2007
93 Points

Bjornstad Chardonnay Barbed Oak 2007

Aromas of honeysuckle burst forth from this richly textured new wine that exudes a galaxy of rich, ripe flavors that include fresh tropical fruit, walnuts and a hint of banana cream pie on the satisfying finish. The first sip of this wine is thrilling experience reminiscent of bursting through the caramelized layer of a decadent... Read Full Review →
Bevan Propietary Red Oakville EE 2010
97 Points

Bevan Propietary Red Oakville EE 2010

With such prestigious neighbors as Rudd and Gargiulo, it is no wonder that this fruit is destined for greatness. With notes of cut flowers, black cherries and cassis exploding from the glass, sumptuous fruit and complex notes of espresso, clove, and graphite coat the palate. This is delicious now, but will easily cellar well over... Read Full Review →