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Wolf Family ‘Phaedrus’ Cabernet 2006 – 94 Points
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
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Dumas ‘Neighbors Vineyard’ Reserve Cabernet 2006
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 [...]
Aquilon 2006
June 11, 2009 - 7:07 pm
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After sampling, we can guarantee you that this transcendent interpretation of classic Spanish Grenache combines the plush and luscious jammy fruit fans of Napa Cabernets adore with the exotic aromatics and age-worthiness serious wine collectors admire about European treasures. The seductive Aquilon has a splendid perfume of slate, violets, and cherry compote. The off the [...]
Sans Leige Grenache 2006 – 93 Points.
May 12, 2009 - 6:15 pm
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Rich and concentrated, with a wealth of flavor, stretching out from espresso, juicy blueberry, currant, dark chocolate and spice with hints of vanilla and dusty berry, ending with a long, plushy finish. So easy to drink you’ll be glad you bought more than just one bottle! 93 Points The Wine Insiders
Napa Insider Hotel Recommendation
April 28, 2009 - 5:14 pm
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Napa finally has a new spa resort to rival long time favorites Auberge Du Soleil and Meadowood properties! The name is Bardessono and the best news is it’s conveniently located in my personal favorite area of Napa Valley, the town of Yountville. Bardessono features spacious rooms and a spectacular pool / sun deck area with [...]
St. Helena Ravenous Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
April 28, 2009 - 4:22 pm
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THE WINE INSIDERS TASTING NOTES:
This 2006 Ravenous is a powerful sensation, BIG on fruit, that combines the best characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon with a dollop of Petit Sirah to give it the exotic “X” factor + guarantee age worthy extravagance. Concentrated crème de cassis, licorice, and inky blackberry elicited from the Petite Sirah, mixed with [...]
Chateau Boswell Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve 2006 – 95 points
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 [...]
Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir 2007- 94 points
March 25, 2009 - 5:05 pm
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This brand new Pinot Noir opens beautifully in the glass, with captivating aromas of ripe red cherry, violet, strawberry, and then launches forth with hedonistic flavors of red plums, spicy black cherry and scintilating notes of lavendar. ollow. Long on the palate, this wine offers a sleek silky, cherry-strawberry finish with lightly toasted oak. This [...]
Korbin Kameron Cabernet Sauvignon Mt Veeder 2004 – 94 points
March 23, 2009 - 5:09 pm
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100% Cabernet with well integrated aromas of strawberry preserves, dried orange peel, and violets that introduce an ultra-smooth texture on this oh so sexy wine bargain. Rich and complex dark fruit on the palate lingers through the finish with a nice balance of toasted oak and exotic spices. The structure and balance is definitely Cabernet, [...]
Jericho Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006
March 23, 2009 - 5:07 pm
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Big and rich, with thick layers of espresso, chocolate, dark berries, tobacco, cedar box, currants, truffle and gorgeous minerality this wine way over-delivers on value. Voluptuous tannins and a 30+ second finish round out a fantastic Napa Cabernet. HIGHLY recommend!
BUY: Jericho Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006
Silver Oak’s Twomey Pinot Noir 2006
March 11, 2009 - 7:14 pm
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For the last few years, Silver Oak has been quietly crafting a boutique Pinot Noir sourced from historic vineyards near the original Williams Selyem in the prized Russian River Valley of Sonoma. Today, Porthos is finally able to offer this wine online. This is a big fleshy Pinot with exotic flavors built to age but it will drink beautifully [...]