109 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 97+
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Checkerboard Cabernet Sauvignon Kings Row 2013

This new show-stopper launches forth with alluring notes of caramel, monumental black fruit, deftly balanced tannins and hints of white chocolate across an ultra-silky texture. This immensely age-worthy winner features alluring hints of Mexican chocolate and walnut brownies on the voluptuous finish. Decanting recommended prior to 2020 and savor every sip of this dreamy red... Read Full Review →
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Checkerboard Cabernet Blend Impetuous 2022

An irresistibly hedonistic Cabernet that over-delivers with pure, crowd-pleasing energy. Bursting with juicy blackberry and cherry fruit, it’s wrapped in a plush layer of vanilla cream and exotic coconut, giving the wine a decadent allure, yet without any sense of heat. Beneath the opulence there’s layered graphite, violets, and cedar, while chalky, well-balanced tannins provide... Read Full Review →
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Convene Pinot Noir RRV 2022

A beautifully balanced and classic expression of the region, offering bright floral aromas with ripe strawberries, raspberries, and blood orange zest. Silky and vibrant on the palate, it reveals lush black cherry and plum framed by subtle baking spice and a hint of cola. With a seamless texture and a long, mineral-driven finish, this wine... Read Full Review →
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Dakota Shy Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2019

This velvety smooth Cabernet blend dazzles with dark fruit and silky tannins melded together harmoniously for a supremely impressive wine experience now through the next decade. In fact, this boutique discovery reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200 – $300 per bottle (no surprise once we discovered the – confidential – vineyard sources in... Read Full Review →
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Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Estate 2014

Dense, ripe, and full-bodied, with deftly balanced, prodigious tannins, this magnificent effort displays a core of cassis, blackberry, graphite and espresso bean complimented by a slight hint of creamy vanilla oak on the finish. This distinguished young Cabernet Sauvignon delivers an exceedingly satisfying experience tonight but guaranteed to impress for decades to come! For perspective,... Read Full Review →
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Domaine Albert Grivault Meursault 1er Perrieres 2018

The 2018 Meursault Perrieres boasts opulent aromas of pear and mineral that add nuance to the bouquet featuring lemon oil and honeysuckle. Those enticing notes continue through the silky smooth mid-palate concentration to the impressively crisp, clean and elegant mouth coating flavors that are balanced against the core of cool minerality. This is an outstanding... Read Full Review →
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Domaine Clos du Caillou CdP Blanc Safres 2024

Ultra-silky from the first sip, this dazzles with bright, tangy tropical fruit over layers of pear, yellow apple, and quince. Velvety on the mid-palate where the creamy oak folds in, it fans out with floral tones, anise, honey, and lime zest. The finish is mouthwatering, expansive, and persistent—exotic yet impeccably balanced. Read Full Review →
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Domaine Denis Mortet Gevrey Cinq Terroirs 2020

Sexy herbs, spices, flowers and a superb purity of playful dark fruits on the nose. Deliciously dry and full-bodied with round tannins, all in sensational balance with startlingly bright pomegranate, and raspberry liquor intermingle. A long, savory finish that goes on for minutes which bodes well for enjoyment through 2029+. Read Full Review →
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Domaine Eric Forest Pouilly Fuisse 24 Carats 2022

Very forward aromas of vanilla brioche and citrus. So stylish on the palate with butterscotch, baked green apples, bright citrus and layers of tropical fruit. So big but deftly-balanced and refreshing. This beautifully-crafted white wine provides a rare thrill that should be a treat during happy hour or with rich seafood dishes. – California Wine... Read Full Review →
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Domaine Genot-Boulanger Meursault-Boucheres 1er 2022

Rich and totally enveloping, this is Meursault at its most seductive. Waves of baked apple, lemon curd, and fresh cream glide across the palate, lifted by striking saline energy and perfectly integrated oak. The finish is powerful and palate-staining, with a noble structure that suggests even greater things with age. Read Full Review →