Toymaker
99 Points

Toymaker Napa Cabernet Diamond Mountain 2016

This brand new release of Toymaker Cabernet is a deep, dark and dazzling winner from Napa’s unanimously acclaimed 2016 vintage. The texture reminds me of luxuriously smooth cashmere in a glass and is guaranteed to delight fans of Napa’s most intensely rich Cult-style reds. The full-throttle  fruit favors display notes fresh figs, blackberry compote, and...

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Joseph Phelps Cabernet
97 Points

Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2018

One of Napa Valley’s finest values year in, year out, the ‘Baby Insignia’ returns in full form with the oh-so-lovable 2018 vintage. A silky smooth texture launches forth with notes of creamy vanilla and hints of rich milk chocolate! Bold dark fruits include black cherry, plum, cassis, sage, blackberry, baking cocoa, exotic sweet spices, graphite...

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100 Points

Lail Sauvignon Blanc Georgia Napa Valley 2018

A strong candidate for the most deliciously mouth-watering and oh-so refreshing Sauvignon Blanc we’ve ever judged. Wow! The new Georgia bottling (a best-barrel bottling) is once again a uniquely dazzling wine and without question the most opulent Sauvignon Blanc produced in America. No expense is spared and what shows in the glass is simply magnificent....

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Lindstrom Cabernet Sauvignon Stag’s Leap District 2016
98 Points

Lindstrom Cabernet Sauvignon Stag’s Leap District 2016

This blockbuster new release reminds us of favorite Cult Cabernets such as Dalle Valle and Scarecrow. The luxuriously silky texture leads to intensely delicious dark fruit flavors leap from the glass including cassis, plums, blackberry and graphite that meld together for a voluptuous experience now (after decanting). The finish is tightly wound and boasts prodigious...

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Vega Sicilia/Lafite Macan Rioja Clasico 2010
95 Points

Vega Sicilia/Lafite Macan Rioja Clasico 2010

This is what happens when you get two masters together. A robust bouquet of ripe, red fruit, new saddle leather, but with New World polish. The palate is loaded with chocolate, caramel, black cherry liqueur, toast, smoke, coffee, vanilla, balsamic, smoked meat, and plenty of sweet fruit. This is ready to go right now and...

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Blue Farm Chardonnay Laceroni 2016
96 Points

Blue Farm Chardonnay Laceroni 2016

The 2016 Laceroni is bursting with Meyer lemon, tropical citrus, orange blossom, and hints of roasted hazelnuts. The palate has a foreground of tangerine zest and and tropical fruit, with hints of brioche in the background. There is stunning depth and a clean, bright minerality. Enjoy this beauty over the next five years.

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Blue Farm Pinot Noir King Ridge 2017
96 Points

Blue Farm Pinot Noir King Ridge 2017

Bright, lively nose full of fresh berries. A fresh palate of ripe, jammy berries with background notes of slate and earth. Very exciting and rich on tongue, with plenty of tension and texture to balance it out. Drink anytime now – 2025.

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Rochioli Estate Chardonnay RRV 2018
96 Points

Rochioli Estate Chardonnay RRV 2018

This is simply hypnotic in its grandeur! Tom Rochioli arguably grows the best fruit in Russian River Valley, and it’s outstandingly well-shown in this 2018 Chardonnay. Rich and intense, with a concentration of sumptuous, refreshing flavors including citrus oil, nectarine, golden pineapple, cinnamon and toasted hazelnut. All delight the palate with superb balance and gorgeous...

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Dark Night Of The Soul Cabernet Sauvignon Diamond Mtn. 2014
98 Points

Dark Night Of The Soul Cabernet Sauvignon Diamond Mtn. 2014

Deep garnet-purple colored, this majestic new release offers up a plethora of fresh and well balanced fruit flavors including blueberries, crushed blackcurrants and hints of of lavender, violets, and stargazer lilies on the bouquet. The velvety smooth and rich texture features fine tannins, spectacular depth of dark fruit flavors, and a lengthy finish (45 seconds...

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