An absolute stunner. Silky, rich, and effortlessly fun, with pristine balance. Bursting with pear, apple, lemon-lime, tangerine, and a splash of grapefruit, it’s round and plump on the palate, yet energized by a bright streak of acidity and a savory, salty edge. Impressive in both richness and finesse, this wine is dialed in from start...
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Deep, dense and dark, the new Dark Matter Cabernet is another thriller from Howell Mountain. Structured and built to last but already tasting so exciting and luscious. The texture is so captivating with a velvet-like sensation that glides across the palate. Gushing with dark red fruit and berry flavors that seamlessly combine with baking spices...
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A bold and compelling wine marked by driving blood orange acidity and firm tannins that give it a structured, almost brooding edge. Notes of black cherry and dark fruit dominate, layered with intriguing hints of menthol, cinnamon, and a touch of fleshy stonefruit. There’s a striking balance to the acidity lending energy to the wine’s...
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The highly anticipated new 2022 Vougeraie Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot offers a classic balance of ethereal fruit flavors plus elegance to savor now through the coming decade. An inviting bouquet of star jasmine, toasted croissant, and Honeycrisp apple waft out of the glass and put a smile on your face. Those flavors continue on...
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Pure sultriness from the first note to the last. Inviting aromas of red berry and spices. The palate lines up perfectly behind the nose with bright ripe red fruit flavors that go SO deep. The texture here, though, may steal the show. Seamless, silky sexiness that just captivates thoroughly. Remember when you first fell in...
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Holy smokes—this is delicious and pure fun in a glass! Fidelio is clearly ascending to the pinnacle of Sauvignon Blanc with a vintage that bursts with tropical fruit flavors and a racy, vibrant texture. True to its flashy label, this wine is vivid and unapologetically intense, boasting subtle hints of white peach alongside spicy ginger...
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A Cabernet of opulence and precision, Fayard has delivered a masterpiece from the Martinez vineyard next to Ovid on Pritchard Hill. On the nose, it unfurls with an luxurious bouquet of juicy, ripe blackberry and cassis intertwined with subtle herbs and citrus zest that adds lift and brightness. The fleshy, velvety texture delivers a vibrant core...
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This velvety smooth Cabernet from Napa’s unanimously celebrated 2018 vintage is truly dazzling as it reminds us of Cult Cabernets such as Harlan or Shafer Hillside Select. The bouquet allures with notes of new leather, cigar box, and freshly ground espresso. Flashy and fun notes of brambleberries, black currant, cassis and Lindt dark chocolate waltz...
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This majestic vintage of Dalla Valle’s flagship blend displays a dense purple color as well as glorious aromas of black and red fruits, smoke, camphor, subtle wood, and exotic spices. After a few years of cellar time, we marveled at the bountiful dark fruit flavors perfectly balanced by ultra-velvety tannins. This brilliantly constructed 2014 is...
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WOW! This monumentally satisfying Brunello is a show-stopper, just now approaching its drinking window after a few years of cellar time. Launching forth with a fanfare of savory herbs plus layers upon layers of ripe red fruit, smoky oak, flowers and chocolate. The palate is luxuriously rich, with awe-inspiring notes of red and black cherries,...
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