126 Wine Reviews Found

  • Rating: 94
Coho Michael Black Reserve Merlot 2005
94 Points

Coho Michael Black Reserve Merlot 2005

This Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon blend is dark and sultry black color with a big, sweet nose of espresso roast and Indian spices, blackberries, spicy cherry, and smoky oak. This is one long, opulent wine with impressive concentration, a huge mid-palate, and a delightful finish. All of this is presented in a seamless, supple texture...

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Alienor Sauvignon Blanc 2010
94 Points

Alienor Sauvignon Blanc 2010

It offers loads of nectarines, exotic melons, honeysuckle, grapefruit, and orange blossoms all gracefully enveloped in a full-throttle, delectable, textured, sexy personality. –

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Barbour Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2005

Impeccably well balanced and pure, it offers elegant, sweet black currant and dark blackberry fruit tightly interwoven with cedar, vanillin, and a hint of melted licorice notes. This beautifully proportioned Cabernet is very finely tuned. Today, this wine is wound up tight, reminiscent of a elegant Bordeaux (actually reminds me of the first time tasted...

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Cade Cuvee Cabernet Napa 2006
94 Points

Cade Cuvee Cabernet Napa 2006

Aromas of blackberry, currant, anise and vanilla immediately jump from the glass. Opens up to aromas of plum, cedar and soy develop. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, wild berries, boysenberry, black olive and raspberry are framed by polished tannin. The finish is smooth and lush with a structure that should ensure a long life.

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Cold Heaven Viognier Saints & Sinners 2007
94 Points

Cold Heaven Viognier Saints & Sinners 2007

A delicate, aromatic wine, with gorgeous aromas that include orange marmalade and honeysuckle. Captivating flavors include buttered croissant, ripe pear, and tropical notes that are well-focused and balanced across a seamlessly smooth texture finishing with a hint of hazelnut. Enjoy now through 2013.

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Alondra Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2007
94 Points

Alondra Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2007

Classic aromatics of cassis, blueberry, cedar, tobacco and tapanade. The palate is textured and savory, with the ripe fruit profile wrapped around Cabernet complexities of cedar, tobacco, and bakers chocolate. Very fleshy. Integrated tannins then frame the fruit in a long, persistent finish. We love a good deal (especially when it s for a 2007...

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Barnett Pinot Noir Viento Valle 2007
94 Points

Barnett Pinot Noir Viento Valle 2007

Rich and full-bodied, with complex, concentrated wild berry and blackberry fruit that’s focused, with hints of sage and espresso, ending with ripe, integrated tannins and a long finish. Drink now through 2014. Boutique production less than 500 cases.

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Cade Howell Mountain Cabernet 2007
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Cade Howell Mountain Cabernet 2007

This treasure launches forth with a bouquet of blackberry, currant and vanilla immediately jump from the glass. Opens up to aromas of plum and cedar develop. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, wild berries, boysenberry, cocoa and dark spices are framed by polished tannin. The finish is smooth and lush with a structure that should...

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Corte Riva Merlot 2004
94 Points

Corte Riva Merlot 2004

Opening with a flamboyant nose and densely integrated flavors of cedar, cassis, black cherry and blackberry this wine ends with a hugely satisfying and powerful finish of coffee, caramel and dark chocolate. Already well aged this beauty will thrill tonight (after decanting ½ hour) but should age well for 3 – 5 years, peaking around...

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94 Points

Alpha Omega II Chardonnay Napa 2010

Deep yellow gold in color gives way to a luscious palate with banana, pineapple, melon, pear and highlighted by vanilla bean and green apple. Full-bodied and textured, supported by bright acidity which brings elegance and balance. Delicious! –

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