June 11, 2009 - 7:11 pm
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Everything about this sophisticated wine impresses from the beginning including the dense purple color, the aromas of lavender and creme de cassis, and the ULTRA silky smooth texture. Captivating flavors include a luscious symphony of ripe plums, blackberries, and deep dark chocolate and mocha in the mid-palate. The sensuous finish crescendos with a hint of [...]
May 12, 2009 - 6:13 pm
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This beauty emanates blackberry and cassis aromas, rich dark berry flavors, espresso, cocoa, and a lush, velvety texture. This wine is well suited for immediate enjoyment however given its terroir and balance graceful aging is anticipated for 5 to 8 years. 94 Points The Wine Insiders
March 26, 2009 - 5:18 pm
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A blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot, this wine has aromas of cassis, new leather and mocha. Dense, creamy-sweet and juicy, with excellent concentration to its luscious flavors of dark berries and semi-sweet chocolate. This grand creation features ultra luscious fruit flavors deftly melded together with plush tannins that [...]
March 11, 2009 - 7:07 pm
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THE WINE INSIDERS “94+” Rating: “We just sampled this exciting new release, even more luscious than the last vintage, and proclaim it to be a true thriller for tonight or anytime over the next 5 years. Rich and savory, this Cabernet blend (65% CS, 27% Merlot, 2% Cab Franc, 4% Petite Verdot, and 2% Malbec) [...]
March 5, 2009 - 5:12 pm
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Our favorite new BIG (tasting) Chardonnay discovery under $35: rich golden color and intoxicating aromas of confection (smells like frosted Wedding Cake actually!) honeysuckle and orange marmalade lead into this elegant thriller to be enjoyed now or anytime over the next 3 years. It displays complex flavors that including macademia nuts, caramel, and tropical fruits [...]
February 17, 2009 - 8:32 pm
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On Valentines night, my wife and I popped a cork of the 2002 Pahlmeyer. I’m thrilled to report that this wine was truly stunning, fulfilling my highest expectations for a “perfectly aged” Napa Cabernet. It’s no secret that the concept of “drinks well now but ages well” is considered the ‘Holy Grail’ in Napa (+ [...]
February 12, 2009 - 10:38 pm
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We never cease to be amazed by how much a great Cabernet can change in just one year. Hence, we revisited two “old” favorites from last year and here are updated notes on each. BOTH displayed a significantly more complex structure and integrated flavors. We’ve bumped our rating on each one a full point!
Coho Headwaters [...]
February 12, 2009 - 10:27 pm
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Dense purple in color, with a nose of graphite, dark berries, creme de cassis, and hints of truffle, the wine shows incredible fruit intensity, cocoa powder, tobacco, full body, sweet and plushy tannins, vibrant acidity, and a stunning, seamless, long finish. 95 points
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The Shelter label was created when the two former sommeliers from [...]
February 5, 2009 - 7:34 pm
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THE WINE INSIDERS Outstanding 93” Rating: “An intense ruby wine reminiscent of blue and black berry aromas infused with delicious spice, a hint of persimmon and plenty of minerality, spice, herb, and pepper notes along with copious quantities of black raspberry and kirsch fruit. A beautiful effort that will cellar for another 3-5 years. 93 [...]
February 5, 2009 - 7:28 pm
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The 2007 Napa Valley Chardonnay is multifaceted and vibrant; it opens with aromas of Kaffir lime leaves, yellow plum, juicy peaches, and dried pear. These bright aromas are countered by vanilla bean Crème brûlée, lemon curd and cinnamon baked apple. The palate is lively, smooth, and layered; bursting with pineapple, Bosc pear, and Russet apples, [...]
