Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 – 95 Points.

While this impressive boutique Cabernet is both bold and age-worthy, it delivers a satisfying, hedonistic Cabernet experience TODAY (after decanting 30 minutes). The creamy rich texture promises intensely concentrated dark fruit with a tantalizing core of ripe currant, black cherry, cedar, olive and sage notes that are well-focused, and linger pleasantly on the finish featuring a hint of cocoa. Weighty and dense, this noteworthy Cabernet blend should guarantee a thrill ride that defies the relatively modest price anytime now through 2016, peaking around 2014 in our estimate.

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Eno Old Vine Zinfandel Teldeschi Vineyard 2007 – 93+ Points.

A bright, juicy Zinfandel made from grapes grown on 125 year old vines.Strong, ripe blueberry notes on the nose, following through on the palate and adding brooding dark fruit flavors that coat the mouth.
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Doyenne ‘Aix’ Cabernet Blend, Washington 2007 – 94 Points.

This vintage explodes from the glass with dark, dense black fruits, blackberry liqueur, black pepper, almonds and toast. The black fruits dominate the palate, with expressive blackberry and a layer of cassis along the mid-palate. Forward, plush, and spicy, this full-flavored, pleasure-bent offering can be enjoyed now and over the next 6-8 years.
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Paradigm Zinfandel Napa Valley 2007 – 95+ Points.

The 2007 Zinfandel has aromas of vanilla, coconut, and exotic spices. On the palate it is velvety smooth with juicy blueberry flavors. This is a deeply complex Zinfandel with bold flavors and seriously impressive tannins reminiscent of a fine Cabernet. Enjoy tonight or anytime over the next 3 – 5 years!
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Dumas ‘Neighbors Vineyard’ Cabernet 2007 – 96 Points

Everything about this sophisticated new Cabernet 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 savory spices including truffle, cherries and flawlessly integrated toasty oak flavors that bode well for aging at least 5 – 7 years; peaking around 2015 in our estimate. BRAVO! 96 points. Only 56 cases bottled.

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