Bright, lively aromas of fresh berries and spices lead to a rich palate boasting intensely delicious raspberry, savory strawberry, cherry, black tea and baking spices climaxing with creamy vanilla on the finish. The supremely silky texture makes this winner a delight to drink anytime now through 2027+…and candidate for Sonoma’s top Pinot Bargain once again.
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A true BLOCKBUSTER from this up-and-coming boutique winery. The alluring bouquet charms with blueberry liqueur, espresso, and pipe tobacco plus toasted oak. This regal wine launches forth with massive notes black forest cake, blue fruit, mocha, exotic spices, graphite and creamy vanilla extract. This is a deeply satisfying + FUN example of young Cabernet Sauvignon....
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The new 2018 vintage is another masterpiece and the most impressive new release we’ve ever judged from this acclaimed Estate. Bravo! Dark purple-colored, this nectar offers a hypnotic perfume of lilacs and red roses plus Darjeeling tea. The texture is weighty – – think heavy corduroy – – and delivers an array of captivating dark...
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This ultra-polished, velvety smooth Pinot is guaranteed to dazzle fans of California’s rarest {think Sea Smoke or Kistler} as well as Burgundy from top vintages. Offering up alluring aromas of wild strawberry, mint tea and baking spices. This boutique gem expresses a sensational intensity of fruit flavors including raspberries, strawberries plus exotic spices and a...
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A delightfully fresh and bright new Pinot release that displays a level of sophistication reminiscent of collector favorites (e.g. Kistler) that trade for significantly higher prices. Spicy dark fruit, black tea, and savory herbs impress now after decanting. This under-the-radar gem will pair quite well with an array of menus featuring grilled meats (beef, chicken...
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This oh-so silky & rich new release from Napa’s acclaimed 2018 vintage offers sumptuous aromas of plum, cassis, blackberry and sage evolve on the palate to include dark chocolate and baking spice with some graphite and background oak. It is full-bodied and has a layered, multi-tiered mid-palate (tangy baking spices) leading to a distinguished finish...
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Destined to be another BIG collector favorite, this new 2019 edition features ULTRA velvety tannins and rich dark fruit. Hints of Toblerone chocolate, caramel, and espresso bean combine with notes of pipe tobacco on finish. Pair this gem with a juicy steak tonight (decant prior to 2024) and enjoy the thrill ride through 2030!. Worthy...
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What a joy to re-taste this gorgeous Pinot now that it has benefitted from just a few years of cellar time! The fragrant bouquet fragrant reminds us of strolling through a red rose garden. The velvety rich texture leads to dark berries, black plum, pomegranate, and fig jam all perfectly woven together. Just approaching its...
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This tour-de-force captivates from the beginning with oh-so velvety smooth texture and a cornucopia of exquisite flavors. A modern-day version of the most classic Bordeaux blends, this Napa masterpiece offers up a charming bouquet of red currant, black plum, allspice, and lavender. The majestic palate delivers dark fruit richness, hints of baking cocoa, boysenberry and...
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This is California Chardonnay at its best! With just a few years of cellar time, the 2017 Chateau Boswell Ritchie is now even more ultra-rich and opulent, yet gloriously refreshing with dazzling bright fruit. The introduction features a symphony of fresh fruit flavors balanced by a sense of harmony and class only found in California’s blue...
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