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 →
Alpha Omega Proprietary Red Napa 2009
96 Points

Alpha Omega Proprietary Red Napa 2009

Leads out with a gorgeous nose of blue and purple fruits with touches of violets and creme de cassis. On the palate it’s full of blueberry, blackberry jam, lavender with copious quantities of cocoa and a touch of clove and exotic spices. Amazing concentration and complexity coupled with a sensuous, supple mouthfeel make this one... Read Full Review →
94 Points

Alpha Omega II Chardonnay Napa 2010

Deep yellow gold in color gives way to a luscious palate with banana, pineapple, melon, pear and highlighted by vanilla bean and green apple. Full-bodied and textured, supported by bright acidity which brings elegance and balance. Delicious! – Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Estate Proprietary Napa 2008
96 Points

Alpha Omega Estate Proprietary Napa 2008

Leads out with a gorgeous nose of bright red cherry with touches of violets and cassis. On the palate it’s full of blueberry, blackberry jam, lavender with copious quantities of cocoa and a touch of exotic spices. Amazing concentration and complexity coupled with a sensuous mouthfeel make this one of the most remarkable new wines... Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Chardonnay Unfiltered 2008
96 Points

Alpha Omega Chardonnay Unfiltered 2008

Featuring the captivating elegance of a Montrachet combined with big rich tropical fruit, this wine truly elevates Chardonnay to the upper echelon of collector white wines. Deliciously smooth notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, brioche, and white currants are present in this wine, which also exhibits some citrus oil and a subtle influence of new oak.... Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Chardonnay Unfiltered 2007
96 Points

Alpha Omega Chardonnay Unfiltered 2007

seductive style that s smooth, rich and creamy, with zingy acidity adding vibrancy to the layers of ripe fig, melon and baked apple, finishing with a hint of butterscotch and a long, layered finish. Drink now through 2015. —James Laube Featuring the captivating elegance of a Montrachet combined with big rich tropical fruit, this wine... Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa 2010
96 Points

Alpha Omega Chardonnay Napa 2010

Featuring the captivating elegance of a Montrachet combined with big rich tropical fruit, this wine truly elevates Chardonnay in this price tier to the upper echelon of collector white wines. Deliciously smooth notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, and brioche are deftly balanced with alluring citrus oil and a creamy vanilla oak. Launching forth with notes... Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2008
96 Points

Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2008

This remarkable new effort tastes like a $100-$200 Cult Cabernet launching forth with deliciously juicy black fruit deftly melded across a velvety smooth texture with a hint of spice and creamy vanilla French Oak on the finish. Masterfully elegant to enjoy tonight after decanting this voluptuous, pure, well-balanced Cabernet features plushy tannins that bode well... Read Full Review →
Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2007
96 Points

Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2007

This remarkable new effort launches forth with delicious black currants, plums, and a hint of spice and creamy vanilla on the finish. Elegant, full-bodied flavors are intense and substantial, but neither heavy nor overweight. This beautiful, pure, well-balanced Cabernet should drink well for 10+ years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate but a guaranteed thriller... Read Full Review →
Alondra Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2007
94 Points

Alondra Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2007

Classic aromatics of cassis, blueberry, cedar, tobacco and tapanade. The palate is textured and savory, with the ripe fruit profile wrapped around Cabernet complexities of cedar, tobacco, and bakers chocolate. Very fleshy. Integrated tannins then frame the fruit in a long, persistent finish. We love a good deal (especially when it s for a 2007... Read Full Review →
Almaviva Cabernet Puente Alto 2007
95 Points

Almaviva Cabernet Puente Alto 2007

With an inky blue/purple color, a beautiful nose of camphor, charcoal, blueberry, blackberry, and some spicy but subtle new oak, the wine is quite full-bodied, powerful, rich, but with silky tannins and loads of glycerin. Black currant, braised fig and freshly brewed espresso. Muscular but well-integrated, delivering nice focus that carries through the lengthy finish.... Read Full Review →