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  • 2021 Drew Family Cellars Pinot Noir Radiolaria Faite De Mer

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    4/23/2024 - z_willus_d wrote: 93 Points

    I was short of time while consuming this to give it the attention and proper tasting note it deserves. I'll note that it really showed distinct and as a specific reflection of its site and terroir. It showed with mineral and red fruits (cherries, sour and sweet). The savory components were dominating on the back half. I can't forget the saline finish that just wouldn't let go. The balance and intensity of that component in the last sips of my final glass were unforgettable and excited me greatly to someday learn the path this Radiolaria bottling takes over its just awakened, sure to be lengthy life.

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  • 2022 Sandlands Carignane Contra Costa County

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    4/2/2024 - z_willus_d wrote: 92 Points

    Sternowl's note. The '22 CCCC was great, and as good as or better than any other Carignaane I've had from Sandlands or beyond. I left a half bottle at cellar temp corked until day-3, where I found it a touch oxidized but still lovely. Just drink at will now for a great experience, guaranteed.

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  • 2021 Drew Family Cellars Syrah Valenti Ranch

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    3/24/2024 - z_willus_d wrote: 93 Points

    Bottle shock be balderdash. I picked this wine up at the source earlier today, and the bottle couldn't wait. Aromatically imposing would be an understatement; the wine exudes a complex and multitudinous array of scents, spices, and musky, woodsy, peppery aromas. Delicate, deep, encaptivating. The more austere palate shows promise, as much as it has balance and a shock of medium grained-tannins running through its back half. There's a special expression of place in this Syrah, and I feel the site has reached some kind of maturity and epic stature at this point. These will indeed continue to show greatness for a long time to come. Of so much, I'm certain.

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  • z_willus_d says:

    5/10/2021 6:42:00 PM - I'm glad your enjoying the notes macaujames. The feeling is mutual.

  • macaujames says:

    5/10/2021 12:22:00 PM - Many thanks for your great comments. The Roilette Tardive is a lovely food wine and very drinkable too!

  • z_willus_d says:

    6/10/2020 3:40:00 PM - psychstar, I am not a club member, but I am a "member." I helped Gideon plant a few vineyards some years back, and I am hugely impressed by his work and wines. I try and stock up on Renaissance and Clos Saron wines whenever I can. What is your connection to the site and wines?

  • psychstar says:

    6/10/2020 1:34:00 PM - Love the Clos Saron collection! Are you a club member?

  • z_willus_d says:

    5/3/2019 9:56:00 PM - Craig, Brian, John- I believe I missed each of your posts in turn. I generally focus on the "classic" CT, and only recently have I started posting tasting notes again. Marriage, a kid, and life have a way of filling one's day. I hope each of you are still enjoying and sharing your experiences of wine. BMG- how is your wholesale business proceeding?

  • John Dunlap says:

    1/15/2013 6:33:00 PM - Hi Naysen, appreciate the connection on CellerTracker. You have not posted recently. Taking a break I hope, but not for too long. Hope all is well. Cheers, John

  • BMG Wine says:

    11/27/2012 7:33:00 AM - I see you are in Sac. Would love to pick your brain on up and comers in the area. I own a small wholesale operation and have recently begun bringing El Dorado wines to North Carolina. (We still have the 3 tier system) -Brian

  • smokeshowing says:

    9/20/2010 11:28:00 AM - Read your thoughts on the Indian Creek Pinot Noir and agree with much of what you said. Thanks for taking the time to share your impressions. Craig - http://fearnowine.com

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