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Featured Wine Review

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 →
96+ Points

Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2017

This is a vibrant wine, full of red cherry, pomegranate, and boysenberry, balanced with sweet baking spice and savory herbs. Insanely drinkable, the palate is long and luscious, where dark fruit mingles seamlessly with notes of earth, white pepper, and discreet tannins. Perfect to drink now or over the next 5 years. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Paloma Merlot 2013

ULTRA rich and rounded, cashmere-like texture. Extraordinarily delicious. One of our editor’s immediately declared ‘I gotta’ get this for my Cellar’! Dark rich plums, figs, dates, and Cuban cigar plus hints of espresso on the savory finish. Enjoy now through 2026. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Paloma Merlot 2017

Spicy nose of black cherry and pepper. Juicy, soft and concentrated on the palate. A particularly flashy and full-bodied vintage of this wine. Flavors of black cherry, dark berries, espresso and backing spices. dusty, elegant finish with plenty of length. Best now through 2026. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Paloma Merlot 2021

Velvety and supple, it glides effortlessly across the palate with a core of black cherry and cassis. Layers of baking spice, vanilla, and a touch of caramel and cocoa emerge at the mid-palate, balanced by subtle oak and a hint of tobacco. Bright and smooth, the wine shows good energy while maintaining depth and refinement.... Read Full Review →
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Paradigm Cabernet Franc Oakville Estate 2017

This sensational new release flaunts the tremendous potential of Napa’s best vineyards combined with an artist at the top of her game! Launching forth with a luxurious texture, jammy fruit, and velvet tannins deftly balanced by well-integrated hints of new oak. On the palate, satisfyingly layers of blueberry pie, chocolate cherries, espresso and hints of... Read Full Review →
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Patria Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch 2021

Bottomline: this is 100% delicious and an awe-inspiring, undiscovered value. This magnificent wine features an array of bold, dark fruit flavors across a rich and velvety texture. After a few minutes in the glass, seriously tasty, dark fruit flavors including jammy hints of blueberry compote (not sweet) lead into plush tannins and hints of mocha... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2012

A seductive bouquet of black fruit, cooking herbs, and floral notes are expressive right out of the gate. The palate is beautifully balanced, full bodied, and delightfully complex. Black cherry, Asian spice, and raspberries glide along on a structure of supple, fine tannins. This is a serious Pinot that will age gracefully for another 10... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2018

The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2019

The 2019 Russian River Valley Chardonnay offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish. Read Full Review →
Paul Lato Chardonnay Le Souvenir 2017
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Paul Lato Chardonnay Le Souvenir 2017

The Sierra Madre Vineyard is easily one of the most refreshing and delightful Chardonnays we’ve tried this year. A pristine and clean nose of apple, pear, lemon and lime zest leads to a richer palate of tropical pineapple, vanilla, and warm spice. A hearty dose of acidity balances the richness, leading to a minute long... Read Full Review →