Deep and layered, it opens with aromas of dark cherry and damp earth. The palate is both dense and ethereal, balancing rich, round fruit with a bright, lifted acidity. Notes of black tea and wild herbs add complexity, while a juicy core of red and black berries lingers through a long, refined finish. The interplay...
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The new Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve 2019 is the most perfect young C-D-P that we have ever judged in our twenty-year history. The alluring bouquet asserts a heavenly perfume of wild strawberries, kirsch, and black cherries intermixed with provençal herbs, jasmine and dried lavender. A kaleidoscope of red fruits—cherries, raspberries and strawberries—mesmerize...
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This ‘unicorn’ bottling is from the single best barrel of the winery’s celebrated Vaudesir vineyard Chablis. These vines are almost 50 years old and this majestic white aged for three years prior to release. The texture is ultra-silky and sexy with an oh-so-pure profile and supremely refreshing fruit that reminds us of favorite Raveneau Chablis...
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This ultra-velvety new release is 100% rich and luscious, displaying intense blueberry cream and hints of cocoa on the finish. We were dazzled by the almost Amarone-like finish that featured a complex array of exotic tobacco and black tea. Bravo! Photo: Sloan Estate
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Domaine Raphet Clos de Beze Grand Cru 2019 is already a stunningly pure + profoundly delicious tour-de-force from the start. The attention-grabbing bouquet boasts scents of raspberries, rose petals and peonies mingled with hints of cinnamon. Captivating in its balance and complexity straight out of the gate, this exotic new arrival will provide awe-inspiring thrills...
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An insanely tasty Pinot bargain that will thrill classic California fans of Williams Selyem and Flowers. Gorgeous aromas of fresh springtime flowers and strawberries lead to a core of oh-so-fresh fruit that features red and black cherries, rhubarb, strawberry compote and black raspberries with touches of Provençal herbs plus a hint of creamy vanilla bean....
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This dreamy new release captures your attention from the start with a velvety-rich & creamy texture, a result of the glorious integration of underlying oak. In fact, the 2019 Reserve bottling is the most deliciously age-worthy Textbook we’ve sampled as it reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200-$300 per bottle. This barrel sample already...
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This is a velvety smooth and sumptuous Pinot Noir with ample substance, full of juicy pomegranate, cranberry, hints of earthy truffles, potpourri and pipe tobacco. These flavors crescendo into notes of boysenberry, black tea and baking cocoa on the majestic finish. Effortlessly elegant and complex, this will provide enjoyment now and age gracefully for the...
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A dazzling new white wine that boasts an array of deliciously refreshing + exotic fruit flavors! Standard Deviation XL 2019 is another magical combination of zesty citrus (think grapefruit granita plus a dash of lemon zest) plus hints of pear, apricot, and even savory cotton candy on the exhilarating finish. Wow – this is our...
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This Della Earl Stephens Vineyard Pinot 2018 is an exceptional experience that sumptuous Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The flashy bouquet displays stunning aromas of violets, creme de cassis, cherries, and Christmas spices. A tour de force, this exquisite Pinot Noir flaunts silky waves of dark berries, black plum, oolong tea, cranberry, hints of...
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The 2019 Gap’s View Pinot Noir saunters from the glass with a sassy bouquet packed with red fruit notes of cherry and of raspberry jam that is forward and expressive. On the palate the fruit is more dark red plum and Bing cherry with hints of toasted molasses and subtle almond extract notes. It’s a...
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