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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 →
Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane 2020
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Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane 2020

As Hobbs himself notes, he was given first choice of the blocks in Andy Beckstoffer’s famous ‘Grand Cru’ site in western St Helena. The Dr Crane continues to be the most dominant of the lineup of thoroughbreds in Hobbs’ Cabernet portfolio with its array of flavors that will dazzle fans of Napa Valley at its... Read Full Review →
Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Pisoni 2017
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Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Pisoni 2017

This thrill ride embarks with characteristic Pisoni flavors of racy raspberry, creamy strawberry, lightly toasted oak, and a hint of milk chocolate that flow throughout this sensuous experience. The palate of this monumental crowd-pleaser is deceptively soft and lush at first, then leads into a plethora of ripe blackberry, Bing cherry, clove, smoke and the... Read Full Review →
Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville 2018
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Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville 2018

This delightfully impressive debut bottling features a velvety texture and sumptuous notes of of black raspberries, truffles and chocolate mints that lead to Havana leaf tobacco and baking spices on the gorgeous finish. This well-balanced wine already shows firm, ripe, finely grained tannins and bold freshness supporting the energetic, crunchy black fruits, finishing long and... Read Full Review →
Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate 2020
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Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate 2020

From the southern valley where it’s cooler, the Nathan Coombs estate Cabernet again shows impressive poise and concentration. The dark color and dense berry flavors show the influence of the site, which Hobbs harnesses to craft an exotic, layered wine. Absolutely thrilling to sip now, but will be even more enjoyable in 5-7 years. Read Full Review →
Paul Lato Pinot Noir Seabiscuit 2022
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Paul Lato Pinot Noir Seabiscuit 2022

A gloriously flashy, succulent, and satisfying Pinot that will enhance a multitude of menus. Paul Lato is a true master of balance and finesse, with ripe cherry and raspberry perfectly balanced by savory baking spices and subtle hints of creamy vanilla on the finish. A sense of fresh fruit plus acidity and oh-so silky tannins... Read Full Review →
PerUs Proprietary Red Wine Janeen 2017
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PerUs Proprietary Red Wine Janeen 2017

This ultra-rich and luscious Cabernet offers waves of bold and racy dark fruit including plum, currants and blackberry leading to baking chocolate and toasted oak. On the palate it opens up into further depths with mocha, cassis, blackberry jam and a concentrated ripeness that builds up with an exotic spicy edge. It crescendos into a... Read Full Review →
Prophet & Poet Chardonnay King Bird 2022
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Prophet & Poet Chardonnay King Bird 2022

A brilliantly flashy nose with waves of honey, orange zest, and warm marzipan,. On the palate, the texture is exquisitely silky and sumptuous, unfolding in layers of fresh pineapple interwoven with hints of butterscotch, sweet cream, and a subtle hint of piña colada. Beneath the exotic fruit lies a note of crushed stone that keeps... Read Full Review →
Realm Cellars Cabernet Blend The Bard 2022
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Realm Cellars Cabernet Blend The Bard 2022

A hedonistic, collector-grade Napa blend that’s both sumptuous and refined. The bouquet delivers black cherry, plum, espresso, cocoa, anise, florals, and sweet tobacco. On the palate, it is velvety and deeply delicious; plush blackberry and dark-chocolate richness, plus impeccably balanced, finishing long with a polished graham-cracker/s’more nuance. Decant prior to 2028 and enjoy through 2032+. Read Full Review →