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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 →
Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon 2022
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Macauley Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon 2022

A thrilling, hedonistic Napa powerhouse that absolutely explodes from the glass with crème de cassis, blackberry compote, sweet red cherry, graphite, and scorched earth. In true To Kalon fashion, the fruit possesses an almost surreal level of concentration and intensity, yet what makes this wine so captivating is the way its massive scale is wrapped... Read Full Review →
Morlet Chardonnay Ma Princesse 2022
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Morlet Chardonnay Ma Princesse 2022

The 2022 Ma Princesse is one of the most deftly-balanced editions of this bottling I’ve tasted over the last decade plus. Long a favorite of those who enjoy California Chardonnay at its most full-bodied and luscious, its captivating texture and richness here are kept in place this year by a spine of racy lemon and... Read Full Review →
Sphaerics Chardonnay If and Only If 2024
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Sphaerics Chardonnay If and Only If 2024

This is majestic California Chardonnay flirting with perfection upon release; a high-wire act of power and finesse. It opens with citrus zest and vanilla bean, then builds into a richly textured, mouthwatering palate where juicy acidity meets opulent depth. Layers of lemon, tangerine, and mandarin unfold with precision, while a subtle touch of reduction adds... Read Full Review →
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001 Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2021

This new release is a dazzling beauty; a truly sublime, silky-smooth Cabernet Sauvingon that is a candidate for boutique wine of the vintage from Napa’s celebrated 2021 harvest. Ethereal layers of dark fruit glide effortlessly across the palate, framed by awe-inspiring tannins and subtle hints of Cohiba cigar and black olive tapenade that echo gracefully... Read Full Review →
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Andremily Mourvedre 2022

100% captivating from the start, this is a tour-de-force in red wine pleasure. The flavors are impossibly deep and sumptuous. Dark purple in color and very aromatic from the moment the cork is lifted with notes of plum, dark berries and citrus. On the palate, it’s so unique and wonderful with immense layers of dark... Read Full Review →
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Annulus Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch 2021

Velvety and rich yet almost ethereal, this wine impresses from the first sip with ripe, nearly sweet fruit framed by soft tannins and a supple medium body. Aromas of blackberry and espresso lead into layers of leather, thyme, and graphite, with a flash of blood orange and a whisper of tobacco. The finish lingers with... Read Full Review →
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Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2015

Monumentally graceful with soaring dark fruit and ultra-bold tannins. We sampled this awe-inspiring new release yesterday and understand why Cabernet connoisseurs are proclaiming this to be Napa’s own First Growth wine, imminently age-worthy for 10 – 20+ years. Flavors and aromas of plum, currant, sage, blackberry, mineral, white flowers, graphite, tobacco and dark chocolate abound.... Read Full Review →
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Barbour Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2023

A vivid, magenta-hue introduces the new Barbour Cabernet that showcases the style of craftsmanship usually reserved for far pricier bottlings; hardly surprising given the pedigree of its famed winemaker and meticulous viticulturalist. It’s intensely saturated with black cherry and blackberry fruit, accented by savory herbs, baking spice, cocoa, and a polished, dark-chocolate richness. While deeply... Read Full Review →
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Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2016

Reminiscent of this gifted winemaker’s most lauded Cult Cabernets, this vintage is another testament to why Cabernet connoisseurs are proclaiming this to be Napa’s own First Growth wine, imminently age-worthy for 10-20+ years. The alluring bouquet includes dry cherry, currant, sage, blackberry, graphite, tobacco and dark chocolate. The palate boasts sumptuous dark fruits deftly melded... Read Full Review →
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Boars’ View Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2019

Seductive aromas of vanilla and browned butter to go along with a richly-textured palate and flavors of ultra-creamy oak, caramel apple and bananas foster. The richness is balanced by crisp lemon and background salinity. Intense, long finish. Best Chardonnay I’ve tasted from here. Enjoy now through 2026. Read Full Review →