Deep, opaque ruby color with a purple hue. An array of very exotic aromas, including black cherry, spicy plum, super-ripe raspberry, anise and a hint of graphite. Very generous on the palate, with black cherry and raspberry yielding to a bit of cinnamon, espresso and a kiss of sweet French oak. Long and silky, with...
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Aromas of ripe berry and cherry lead to an exotic array of deep, spicy red fruit including cherry compote, framboise, cranberry, and hints of kirsch that are well-balanced within a sensual texture. winner for the conservative price that merits a solid now and should evolve into a 96 point experience over the next 5 years.
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Dense and powerful, the 2004 Peby is textbook Right Bank Bordeaux. This wine shows plenty of vibrant fruit that is paired with classic Bordeaux terroir. Super fragrant, the palate is dense and chewy, with tons of purple fruit, cut flowers, and blackberry. The finish is long, sumptuous and complex. This thoroughbred shows potential to last...
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Classic 96- This is a dazzling, game-changer for Napa Cabernet under $100! Monumental in its grandeur, super-rich, and velvety-textured, this Cabernet launches forth with crushed blueberries and black cherry, this ethereal red floats gracefully across the palate with dark plums and alluring notes of minerals and hints of vanilla cream (from the new French oak...
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The nose bursts with black cherries, sweet oak and exotic spices leading to a palate that’s full, rich, complex and full of more cherries, chocolate ganache typical of To Kalon, cigar box, leather, cedar and acacia flowers. Extremely focused, with a supple, round mouthfeel and sweet tannins, this way over-delivers considering its Grand Cru fruit.
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Dark and sultry black color and a big, sweet nose of espresso roast and Indian spices, blackberries, spicy cherry, and smoky oak. This is one long, opulent wine with amazing concentration, a huge mid-palate, and a delightful finish. All of this is presented in a seamless, supple texture that offers an exotic drinking experience tonight,...
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. Rich aromas of dark berries, spice, and anise explode from the glass. Beautifully focused, the Adrian Fog has opulent, full mouth-feel and delivers wave after wave of berry, black cherry, and strawberry continuing on to a mile-long finish. While it is clear that this Pinot is built to last, it is thoroughly enjoyable now.
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Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it exhibits a dark ruby/purple color in addition to abundant amounts of creme de cassis and floral characteristics, with black fruits, cherry, cocoa, tobacco box, full-bodied power, supple tannins, a layered mouthfeel, and a long, savory finish. It can be enjoyed now and over the next 15+ years.
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This wine is a powerhouse effort that combines the age-ability of the finest grand cru Burgundy with full throttle, gloriously rich Sonoma Chardonnay fruit. The galaxy of flavors includes luscious vanilla, exotic minerality, honeysuckle, crème brulee, as well as impressive delineation for its opulent style. Ultra-smooth and succulent, a symphony of ripe tropical fruit flavors...
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This remarkable new effort launches forth with delicious black currants, plums, and a hint of spice and creamy vanilla on the finish. Elegant, full-bodied flavors are intense and substantial, but neither heavy nor overweight. This beautiful, pure, well-balanced Cabernet should drink well for 10+ years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate but a guaranteed thriller...
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