2017 Clos De L’Oratoire Des Papes Chateauneuf-Du-Pape 2017 Clos De L’Oratoire Des Papes Chateauneuf-Du-Pape The robe is frank with blue-toned colors. The nose unveils burlat cherry and fig aromas with spices such as nutmeg, with cocoa and morello cherry eau de vie notes. The palate carries silky tannins. A freshness in the mouth, combined with [...]
2017 Elderton Shiraz Barossa 2017 Elderton Shiraz Barossa, Syrah/Shiraz from Barossa, South Australia, Australia RED, RICH , INTENSE Winemaker Notes: A rich and vibrant dark purple. Black forest fruits, dark chocolate and vanilla with hints of coconut. Plum and berries, chocolate and a spice finish. Full bodied, rich, classic. After time spent working in Saudi Arabia, Neil [...]
Rhone Red Blends
2017 Domaine La Boutiniere Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Grande Reserve Vielles Vignes La Crau
94pts Decanter
2017 Bergstrom Pinot Noir Silice 2017 Bergstrom Pinot Noir Silice from Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley, Oregon The 2017 Bergström Wines Silice Pinot Noir is dark ruby red in color. The aromatic profile is not unlike a complex potpourri of fruits, spices, and herbs mixed with a saline note that makes the finish succulent and juicy. This [...]
2017 Gaja Sito Moresco 2017 Gaja Sito Moresco, Red Blend from Piedmont, Italy Sun-kissed thyme and marjoram notes turn to forest floor earthiness before merging with juicy red berry – strawberry, cherry, plum – and citrus fruits, like blood orange. The wine gets volume in the palate with remarkable fruit concentration sustained by silky, smooth tannins and [...]
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2017 Crocker & Starr ‘RLC’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Crocker & Starr ‘RLC’ Cabernet Sauvignon Brand new wine from established and well-regarded Crocker & Starr winery. The abbreviated name refers to the three soils types from the Crocker vineyard in St. Helena that go into the wine: rock, loam, and clay. The result is an extremely [...]
2017 Fess Parker Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard 2017 Fess Parker Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard, From Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California. Aromas of black cherry, rose petal, red pepper, cinnamon, vanilla, forest floor, earth and red currant. Flavors of black cherry, cranberry, dusty tannin, earthy, vanilla, clove and nutmeg. RP92 Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate [...]
2017 Honig Cabernet Sauvignon Bartolucci 2017 Honig Cabernet Sauvignon One of the most prestigious wines of the world capable of great power and grace, Napa Valley Cabernet is a leading force in the world of fine, famous, collectible red wines. Today the Napa Valley and Cabernet Sauvignon are so intrinsically linked that it is difficult to discuss one without [...]
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Aromas of red berries, black cherries, floral notes of violets, and dried red fruits mirror the flavors, which are both intense and elegant on the_x000D_ palate. A ripe and powerful tannic structure and refreshing acidity bring balance to the fruit flavors, culminating in a complex yet harmonious finish.
Sangiovese
2017 VOLIERO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 750ML
This wine has a fresh bouquet of bright red fruit mixed with light violet scents; indeed, a little Chambolle-like in style. The palate is sweet and candied on the entry with blood orange fusing with red cherry/kirsch notes with good delineation on the finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 STONESTREET ALEXANDER VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE VINEYARDS 750ML
2017 STONESTREET ALEXANDER VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE VINEYARDS 750ML
Nebbiolo
Dark red/garnet color. Tarry black cherries are front and center on the nose, with licorice, vanilla, black cassis, violets and hints of forest floor mushrooms coming through. The mouth is lovely, still a bit closed and with good tannins that will keep evolving, finishing with hints of cola nut and spices. At 8 years of [...]
Color : Classic Barbaresco. Bouquet : Scent of spices, pepper and black cherries. Flavor : Powerful, firm, elegant and ethereal.
Initial aromatics of salted caramel and dark chocolate lead to deep and diverse notes of paprika, fig, graphite, oyster shell, cedar, clove and nutmeg laced with beautiful floral wafts of violet and dried rose petal. The palate is seamless with flavors of bittersweet chocolate, ancho and candied citrus. The finish is long with chalky tannins.
2017 MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY RESERVE SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS 750ML
Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE BOTTLED SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS 750ML
This high mountain, cool coastal vineyard is an unusual site for California Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting its refreshing acidity and moderate alcohol. Fine integrated tannins buttress characteristic flavors of red currant, blackberry and earth.
A blend of fruits, herbs and spice offer the aromatic prelude, revealing scents of Italian plum, cherry cordial, fresh tobacco leaf, cedar and sage. A silky-smooth palate yields an abundance of wild Oregon berries, red plum, hints of leather and warm baking spice. Balanced interplay between tannin and acid provides a polished, satisfying finish.
2017 LUIGI RIGHETTI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA 750ML
Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 LOS VASCOS LE DIX DE LOS VASCOS ESTATE GROWN VALLE DEL COLCHAGUA 750ML
Ripe plum and cherry-scented nose that also features notes of licorice, saffron, cinnamon, and nutmeg that enhance the complexity of aromas. Notes of graphite, clove, dark chocolate and cedar take the experience to a whole new level; A smooth and supple wine with sweet and friendly tannins.
Cabernet Sauvignon
The nose is marked by black fruits like blackberry and blueberry, and the Marselan grape variety brings in subtle hints of sweet spice and violet. The attack is fresh and lively, on the palate; the wine shows a nice amplitude and elegant tannins.
Sangiovese
Powerful, creamy, succulent with oak in proportion to the ripe red fruits. Palate is plush and juicy with plenty of tannin.