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W&S 89
United States
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Pinot Noir
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California
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List $20.00
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89 points Wine & Spirits: "[$20 list] Ethereal this is not -- as if campfires and brine were woven into its dark sour-cherry fruit. It has a pleasantly warming, sanguine quality that feels rich, and destined for grilled game birds. (Jun 2013)"
Producer notes: "2011 was an El Nino year which resulted in above average rainfall in Southern San Luis Obispo County. Though we were spared the late spring frost that affected other areas, fruit set was reduced by wet spring conditions and yields were about 30% below average. One of the coolest summers on record resulted in long hang time and grapes with high natural acidity. The resulting wines balance refreshing acidity with concentrated flavors due to the low yields. This pinot noir balances fruity aromas of cherry and raspberry, with savory hints of earth and mineral. This medium bodied wine has flavors of dark fruit and spice box followed by a long, smooth finish. Enjoy with salmon or pork tenderloin. Barrel aged 10 months in 20% new French oak."
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$7.95
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RP 88
France
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Rhone
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List $12.50
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88 points Robert Parker: "[$25/750ml list] The 2011 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Cairanne, a blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah, exhibits a deep ruby color as well as lots of loamy soil notes intermixed with underbrush, sweet cherries and raspberries. There is an earthy, spicy element to this medium-bodied, elegant effort. It should drink nicely for 4-5 years. This estate is owned by Robert Charavin, who is also the president of the Syndicat des Vignerons de Rasteau. These are always consistently well-made wines that over-deliver. (Oct 2012)"
From 40- to 60-year-old vines, this wine shows a powerful nose of wild myrtle, cherry and plum. Full-bodied yet with some finesse, this wine is great with any sort of roasted meat. It will age gracefully for four to six years.
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$13.95
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RP 88
France
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Rhone
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Other
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List $25.00
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88 points Robert Parker: "[$25 list] The 2011 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Cairanne, a blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah, exhibits a deep ruby color as well as lots of loamy soil notes intermixed with underbrush, sweet cherries and raspberries. There is an earthy, spicy element to this medium-bodied, elegant effort. It should drink nicely for 4-5 years. This estate is owned by Robert Charavin, who is also the president of the Syndicat des Vignerons de Rasteau. These are always consistently well-made wines that over-deliver. (Oct 2012)"
From 40- to 60-year-old vines, this wine shows a powerful nose of wild myrtle, cherry and plum. Full-bodied yet with some finesse, this wine is great with any sort of roasted meat. It will age gracefully for four to six years.
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$9.95
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WE 86
United States
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Chardonnay
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86 points Wine Enthusiast: "This Chardonnay is rich and balanced, with brisk acidity and deep, long flavors of limes, tangerines and Meyer lemons. (Apr 2013)"
Producer notes: "We love Chardonnay for its pure lemon and grapefruit aromas that remind us of summer. In 2011, a very chilly year throughout California, acid levels were naturally quite high. For the very first time we allowed a small percentage (4%) to undergo malolactic fermentation. This together with some extended sur lies aging imparted a delightful baked custard bouquet and added a creamy richness on the palate. Our Unoaked Chardonnay tastes bright and tangy with lemon and nectarine fruit flavors that expand on the finish. Crisp, clean and beautifully styled to pair with food. Eat oysters and drink Naked often!!"
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$35.95
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United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
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Producer notes: "An elegant, balanced Cabernet with flavors of black cherry, plum, and black tea, and hints of nutmeg, allspice, cassis, vanilla, and anise. The broad mid-palate is rich, the finish is long, and the tannins are lush."
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$19.95
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United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
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Producer notes: "An elegant, balanced Cabernet with flavors of black cherry, plum, and black tea, and hints of nutmeg, allspice, cassis, vanilla, and anise. The broad mid-palate is rich, the finish is long, and the tannins are lush."
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$10.95
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Argentina
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$54.95
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AM 92–94
IWC 91–92
France
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Burgundy
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Chablis
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92-94 points and 'Don't miss!' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(90% was vinified in stainless with 10% in new oak followed by an élevage in 1 year old wood). The oak influence is a bit more restrained than I typically find with this wine as it does not interfere with the appreciation of the complex and beautifully layered nose of mineral reduction, seaweed, rose petal and soft spice nuances. There is excellent power, punch, intensity and detail to the large-scaled flavors that brim with palate soaking dry extract before terminating in an explosive, linear and tightly focused finish. This is bone dry and will clearly need a few years of cellar time but at this early stage is appears exceptionally promising. Drink: 2018+. (Sep 2012)"
91-92 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(20% vinified in new and one-year-old futs): Bright, light yellow-green. Slightly reduced nose shows a strong flinty minerality. Smooth, rich and quite dry, with flavors of pineapple, flowers and spices complicated by suggestions of resin and silex. Firm acidity and solid minerality leave the taste buds quivering on the very persistent finish. The most complete of these 2011 samples, and in the rather gentle style of the vintage. (Jul 2012)"
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$31.95
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AM 90–92
France
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Burgundy
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Chablis
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90-92 points and 'Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from Montmains proper and vinified in stainless but raised in wood). A very pretty, even elegant nose displays notes of mineral reduction, white flowers and a hint of citrus influence. There is excellent detail and precision to the medium-bodied flavors that possess good verve on the linear, balanced and notably dry finish. This is really quite lovely and as it typically is, a wine of finesse. Drink: 2016+. (Sep 2012)"
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$24.95
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United States
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Zinfandel
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$14.95
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United States
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Zinfandel
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$12.95
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WS 90
CG 90
CGV 90
United States
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Zinfandel
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92 points Wine Spectator: "An excellent wine from a challenging vintage, with aromas of black cherry and spice opening to rich wild berry, mineral and toasty sage flavors that wrap around a concentrated core of acidity and tannins. Best from 2015 through 2021. (6/30/13)"
90 points and 'Good Value,' Connoisseurs' Guide: "By every report and what we have seen in early tastings, 2011 is an uneven vintage, especially as far as red wines are concerned. This extremely well-made working proves that, as always, very good wines await those willing to search, and it hits the varietal mark smartly. It is precise in its focus on ripe berries and briary spice, and it is particularly well-balanced with fine energy and a long, very firm finish. It is still on the tight side and we would argue against hasty drinking, but it is an easy-odds bet to grow and improve for another three to five years. (Jan 2013)"
90 points California Grapevine: "Medium to medium-dark ruby; attractive, moderately intense, spicy, briary, raspberry and wild berry fruit aroma with hints of black pepper, vanilla, and toasty oak; full body; forward, rich, plush, briary, red and black fruit flavors; medium-full to full tannin; lingering aftertaste. Easy and enjoyable to drink now. Very highly recommended. 14.8% alcohol; blended
with 10% Petite Sirah; released October 2012. (Feb 2013)"
Producer notes: "Spicy, lush black fruit of Alexander Valley. Briary and raspberry flavors, along with structure, of cooler Dry Creek Valley. Balanced and elegantly structured."
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$35.95
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United States
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Pinot Noir
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Oregon
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$18.95
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Argentina
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$17.95
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France
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Loire
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