AP Vin Pinot Noir Keefer Ranch 2008 – 94 Points.

Posted by thewineinsiders in Wine Reviews on Aug 19th, 2010 | 0 comments

The new AP Vin Keefer Ranch Pinot is full of classic ripe, rich Keefer Ranch fruit. This boisterous vineyard is located in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County – the home of many of the best Pinot Noirs produced in California.

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Pali Pinot Noir Keefer Ranch 2006 – 94 Points.

Posted by thewineinsiders in Wine Reviews on Jun 10th, 2010 | 0 comments

Simply stated, this is a VERY satisfying new wine! Pinot lovers familiar with Keefer Ranch fruit will recognize a concentrated, full throttle, opulent fruit vintage in the 2007 Pali Keefer Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir. Complex flavors feature gobs of dark blackberry, raspberry puree and cola all melded together across a big and rich texture. Bold and ripe, this luxurious tasting finishes with a hint of toasty oak that bodes well for pairing with a wide range of food over the next 3 – 5 years, peaking around 2014.

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Paradigm Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 – 94+ Points.

Posted by thewineinsiders in Wine Reviews on Jun 10th, 2010 | 0 comments

Quite dark in color with deep ripe aromas of chocolate covered black cherries. Enticing fruit nose and layers of spice and toasty oak add up to sa wonderful rich complex aroma profile. Flavors match the aromas in a mouth coating, textural, silky and tasty wine. This wine is loaded with aging potential. It has everything it needs to last a good 15 years or more. We love the balance and finesse here with flavors that persist minutes after drinking. It all adds up to one of the best Cabernet vintages they have produced at Paradigm. 94+ Points.

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Cade Cuvee 2007 – 94+ points.

Posted by thewineinsiders in Wine Reviews on Mar 22nd, 2010 | 0 comments

Aromas of blackberry, currant, anise and vanilla immediately jump from the glass. Opens up to aromas of plum, cedar and soy develop. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, wild berries, boysenberry, black olive and raspberry are framed by polished tannin. The finish is smooth and lush with a structure that should ensure a long life.

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Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2006 – 94 Points

Posted by thewineinsiders in Wine Reviews on Mar 17th, 2010 | 0 comments

The tremendously well integrated, bold 2005 Far Niente Cabernet is yet another example of the remarkable quality of one of the most sought after Cabernet’s in America. Tightly wound layers of fresh blackberry, cherry, plum, cocoa and cedar flavors combined with a hint of black truffles and plush tannins that will offer a delicious experience tonight (after decanting at least one hour) but benefit from 2 – 3 years of bottle age. This wine will age gracefully for the next 7 – 10 years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate.

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