Airy brioche & sourdough with evolving aromas of ginger and floral stone fruit. Velvety and steely on the palate with lingering fruit throughout a nice finish. Excellent.
Big aromas of slate, toast, brioche and stone fruit. Impressively rich and luxurious on the palate highlighting the mineral and citrus notes. Nice length on the finish. Excellent.
Ashy earth, mineral, lemon fruit and spice on the nose. Velvety mineral-laden palate with underlying fruit and richness on the finish. A captivating wine.
Fusel aromas with touches of ash and crushed white flowers. Wonderfully sweet and crisp ripe apricot on the palate, velvety and balanced with a crisp rich finish. Really nice.
Aromas of apricot, slate and buttercreme. Layers of hazelnut and zesty orange flavors, intense and balanced with nutmeg spice on the finish. Very nice.
Sous bois, earth and fig/berry notes. Rich dark cherry, leather and anise on the palate. Nice weight, velvety rich, Thick tannins, rich finish. Excellent.
France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Corton Grand Cru
(4/30/2013)
Red floral, forest-floor and cherry fruit aromas. Tangy mineral and earth palate overlying much of the fruit. Showed nice elegance. Fine silky tannins. Needs time, or more attention- tough in a mass tasting setting to fully appreciate.
Fig, spice and mushroom aromas. Tinny mineral and earth on the palate with secondary fruit. Rustic on the palate with big tannins and acid. Needs time.
USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Chehalem Mountains
(4/30/2013)
Really nice clear ruby color. Expressive aromatically with notes of earth, clove, tobacco, fig and floral. Richly and elegantly layered balance between the fruit and savory notes. Really pretty black tea-like accents. Vibrant on the palate with elegant tannins. Finishes full. Excellent.
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
(4/30/2013)
Plum, earth, cola, spice notes- Pure RRV. The palate is vibrant ripe black cherry, spice, mineral and earth. Thick chewy tannins but well balanced. Big but retaining elegance.
Leathery earth, black cherry and toffee aromas. Saddle leather, vanilla, cassis and toffee on the palate. Rich with chewy thick tannins and full finish. Needs time to settle.
Notes of cherry, leather and earth. Bright on the palate with flavors of cassis and earthy sweet/savory spice. Rich round tannins and a full finish. Very nice.
From 100 year old vines. Notes of earth, plum, spice and dark-floral. The palate brings velvety earth, blackberry and olive with spice and bitter depth. Dark and brooding with big velvety tannins and a full finish. Very nice.
Bright aromas of toffee, tangy cherry and earth. The palate brings thick unctuous fig, earth, floral and tar notes. Juicy with big velvety tannins and a full finish. Awesome.
Floral, fig, tangy cherry and saddle leather aromas. On the palate this is deep, rich, brooding, vibrant and juicy with thick firm tannins and a big finish. A killer wine.
Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino
(4/30/2013)
Aromas of tea, leathery earth and cherry. Beautifully ripe and rich on the palate with tons of layered and integrated depth. Vibrant with silky and round supple tannins and a full finish. Outstanding.
Medicinal with lots of herbal-anise notes throughout. Dark brooding fruit with velvety earthy tannins and a big finish. Polished with earthy edges. Very nice.
Anise, peppercorn, leather and cassis on the nose. Rich and velvety palate with big structure, polished tannins and lots of spice on a lengthy finish. Very nice.
Rich cassis, earth and spice aromas. Round and ripe on the palate with leather, earth, tea and black currant. Velvety rich tannins and a big finish. Very nice.
Bell pepper, cassis and black berry aromas. Velvety rich on the palate with ripe black fruit, herb, spice and leather. Rich long finish with big chewy tannins.
Aromas of cassis, roasted coffee, lavender, anise and tobacco- very expressive. Wonderful elegant layers of flavor on the palate, layed thick and juicy ripe. Floral blue fruit. Polished mouthfeel, with big stacked tannins. Big finish. Awesome.
Aromas of smoky earth, crushed floral, cassis and black tea. Polished and rich on the palate with good balance. More notes of tea, leather, tobacco and currant. Ripe velvety tannins and big rich finish. Excellent.
Notes of leather, tobacco leaf, savory herb, cassis and cherry on the nose. Big dark fruit flavors of cassis, currant and blueberry, along with leather, cedar and earth depth. Layered and polished with big polished tannins and long finish. Nice balance and structure- very Bordeaux-like.
Aromas of leather, earth and barnyard pervade. Mineral, dried floral and ripe blackcurrant flavors. Concentrated, layered, nice and smooth on the mid-palate. Tannins are a little coarse. Needs time.
Aromas of barnyard, earth and cedar. Earthy palate with rich cassis, mineral and cedar notes. Elegant structure. Fine firm tannins. The fruit is sleepy on this. Felt closed, or maybe a little subtle in a lineup of huge wines.
Aromas of black tea, white pepper, dried floral, earth and cassis. Nice deep savory blueberry flavors with big polished earthen tannins. Nice length on the finish. Very nice- needs time.
Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale
(5/1/2013)
Big aromas of blueberry and black pepper with secondary coffee and vanilla. Ripe, velvety and dark profile, with a rounded supple tannins and a big spice finish.
NV Henriot Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut 89 Points
France, Champagne
(4/29/2013)
Toasty brioche & citrus with a steely minerality that lingers on the finish. Pretty solid overall.
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NV Ferrari Brut 89 Points
Italy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Trentino, Trento
(4/29/2013)
Herbal, winter wheat and stone fruit aromas overlaid with slate and apple flourishes on the palate. Tangy and tart through the finish. Very nice.
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NV Krug Champagne Brut Grande Cuvée 93 Points
France, Champagne
(4/29/2013)
Airy brioche & sourdough with evolving aromas of ginger and floral stone fruit. Velvety and steely on the palate with lingering fruit throughout a nice finish. Excellent.
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NV Domaine Chandon Étoile 88 Points
USA, California
(4/29/2013)
Streamlined aromas of pear, brioche and slate. Prickly and steely on the palate with underlying fruit and a clean finish.
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2003 Dom Pérignon Champagne 93 Points
France, Champagne
(4/29/2013)
Big aromas of slate, toast, brioche and stone fruit. Impressively rich and luxurious on the palate highlighting the mineral and citrus notes. Nice length on the finish. Excellent.
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NV Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Brut Rosé 91 Points
France, Champagne
(4/29/2013)
Aromas of cotton candy, brioche, slate and cherry. Steely and ripe with a lively feel and finish. Very nice.
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2012 Suavia Soave Classico 90 Points
Italy, Veneto, Soave Classico
(4/29/2013)
Notes of white floral, peach and honey with velvety citrus and white pepper on the palate. Full finish. Very nice.
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2012 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 89 Points
New Zealand, South Island, Marlborough
(4/29/2013)
Intense aromas of kiwi, lemongrass, wheatstraw and white pepper. Melds well on the palate with lively flavors and a good rounded feel and texture.
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2012 Cape Mentelle Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon 88 Points
Australia, Western Australia, South West Australia, Margaret River
(4/29/2013)
Notes of banana and leesy spice. Steely and lean on the palate with nice depth of spice and a bit of polish.
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2009 Livio Felluga Terre Alte 91 Points
Italy, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Friuli Colli Orientali
(4/29/2013)
Lively lemony vanilla & butterscotch with richness and sweet balanced spice on the palate. Nice silky finish. Very nice.
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2011 Terredora di Paolo Greco di Tufo Loggia della Serra 90 Points
Italy, Campania, Greco di Tufo DOCG
(4/29/2013)
Apricot, banana, creme fraiche - all rich, silky and lively through the palate with a mineral kick and spice on the finish. Very nice.
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2007 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 92 Points
France, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis Grand Cru
(4/29/2013)
Ashy earth, mineral, lemon fruit and spice on the nose. Velvety mineral-laden palate with underlying fruit and richness on the finish. A captivating wine.
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2009 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series 91 Points
Australia, Western Australia, South West Australia, Margaret River
(4/30/2013)
Alluring aromas of pear, stone and butterscotch. Velvety and rich on the palate with open ripeness and layered depth. Big ripe finish.
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2009 Maison Albert Bichot Meursault 1er Cru Charmes Domaine du Pavillon 91 Points
France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Meursault 1er Cru
(4/30/2013)
Butterscotch, floral and white peach notes. Velvety sweet spice and white-floral stone fruit on the palate with a rich and elegant finish.
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2011 Nik Weis / St. Urbans-Hof Ockfener Bockstein Riesling Spätlese Zickelgarten 93 Points
Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer
(4/30/2013)
Fusel aromas with touches of ash and crushed white flowers. Wonderfully sweet and crisp ripe apricot on the palate, velvety and balanced with a crisp rich finish. Really nice.
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2005 Disznókő Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos 92 Points
Hungary, Tokaji
(4/30/2013)
Aromas of apricot, slate and buttercreme. Layers of hazelnut and zesty orange flavors, intense and balanced with nutmeg spice on the finish. Very nice.
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2009 Domaine de la Vougeraie Vougeot Clos du Prieuré 92 Points
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Vougeot
(4/30/2013)
Sous bois, earth and fig/berry notes. Rich dark cherry, leather and anise on the palate. Nice weight, velvety rich, Thick tannins, rich finish. Excellent.
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2008 Bouchard Père et Fils Corton-Le Corton 91 Points
France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Corton Grand Cru
(4/30/2013)
Red floral, forest-floor and cherry fruit aromas. Tangy mineral and earth palate overlying much of the fruit. Showed nice elegance. Fine silky tannins. Needs time, or more attention- tough in a mass tasting setting to fully appreciate.
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2011 Elk Cove Vineyards Pinot Noir Mount Richmond 89 Points
USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Yamhill-Carlton
(4/30/2013)
Fig, spice and mushroom aromas. Tinny mineral and earth on the palate with secondary fruit. Rustic on the palate with big tannins and acid. Needs time.
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2010 Lachini Pinot Noir "S" Lachini Vineyard 93 Points
USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Chehalem Mountains
(4/30/2013)
Really nice clear ruby color. Expressive aromatically with notes of earth, clove, tobacco, fig and floral. Richly and elegantly layered balance between the fruit and savory notes. Really pretty black tea-like accents. Vibrant on the palate with elegant tannins. Finishes full. Excellent.
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2005 Château Suduiraut 92 Points
France, Bordeaux, Sauternais, Sauternes
(4/30/2013)
Steely lime and apricot with intense spice. On the palate I got butterscotch, rich intense fruit and spicy sweetness. Rich velvety finish. Decadent.
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2010 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Olivet Lane Vineyard 92 Points
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
(4/30/2013)
Plum, earth, cola, spice notes- Pure RRV. The palate is vibrant ripe black cherry, spice, mineral and earth. Thick chewy tannins but well balanced. Big but retaining elegance.
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2009 Bodegas LAN Rioja Edición Limitada 91 Points
Spain, La Rioja, La Rioja Alta, Rioja
(4/30/2013)
Leathery earth, black cherry and toffee aromas. Saddle leather, vanilla, cassis and toffee on the palate. Rich with chewy thick tannins and full finish. Needs time to settle.
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2010 Bodegas Volver Tempranillo La Mancha Single Vineyard 91 Points
Spain, Castilla-La Mancha, La Mancha
(4/30/2013)
Notes of cherry, leather and earth. Bright on the palate with flavors of cassis and earthy sweet/savory spice. Rich round tannins and a full finish. Very nice.
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2008 Dominio de Atauta Ribera del Duero 93 Points
Spain, Castilla y León, Ribera del Duero
(4/30/2013)
From 100 year old vines. Notes of earth, plum, spice and dark-floral. The palate brings velvety earth, blackberry and olive with spice and bitter depth. Dark and brooding with big velvety tannins and a full finish. Very nice.
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2008 Prunotto Barbaresco Bric Turot 91 Points
Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco
(4/30/2013)
Thick dried floral, earth and cherry notes with a juicy mineral palate. Fresh acidity and sharp tannins. Elegant with a lengthy finish.
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2007 Vietti Barbaresco Masseria 94 Points
Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barbaresco
(4/30/2013)
Bright aromas of toffee, tangy cherry and earth. The palate brings thick unctuous fig, earth, floral and tar notes. Juicy with big velvety tannins and a full finish. Awesome.
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2008 Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonnello 94 Points
Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo
(4/30/2013)
Floral, fig, tangy cherry and saddle leather aromas. On the palate this is deep, rich, brooding, vibrant and juicy with thick firm tannins and a big finish. A killer wine.
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2009 Fattoria di Fèlsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia 93 Points
Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG
(4/30/2013)
Notes of tea, leather, floral and cherry. Rich velvety tannin and juicy earthen fruit- vibrant with a big mineral finish. Powerful and elegant.
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2008 Siro Pacenti Brunello di Montalcino 92 Points
Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino
(4/30/2013)
Aromas of leather, toffee, floral and tea. Big earthy fruit, mineral and floral on the palate with velvety juicy big tannins and a full finish.
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2006 Campogiovanni (San Felice) Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna del Quercione 95 Points
Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino
(4/30/2013)
Aromas of tea, leathery earth and cherry. Beautifully ripe and rich on the palate with tons of layered and integrated depth. Vibrant with silky and round supple tannins and a full finish. Outstanding.
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2009 Antinori Tignanello 92 Points
Italy, Tuscany, Toscana IGT
(5/1/2013)
Notes of cherry, anise, leather, spice and cassis. Rich and silky with nice high tones, velvety firm tannins and a big finish.
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2009 Agricola Punica Barrua 92 Points
Italy, Sardinia, Isola dei Nuraghi IGT
(5/1/2013)
Medicinal with lots of herbal-anise notes throughout. Dark brooding fruit with velvety earthy tannins and a big finish. Polished with earthy edges. Very nice.
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2008 Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 92 Points
Italy, Veneto, Valpolicella, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
(5/1/2013)
Concentrated cherry, spice and dried dark fruit. Rich, ripe, dark, earth and spice. Big burly tannins and a big finish.
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2009 Merus Cabernet Sauvignon 91 Points
USA, California, Napa Valley
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of leather, tobacco and cassis. Ultra-concentrated, ripe and structured on the palate. Firm velvety tannins and a lengthy finish.
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2009 Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon Don Melchor 92 Points
Chile, Maipo Valley, Puente Alto
(5/1/2013)
Anise, peppercorn, leather and cassis on the nose. Rich and velvety palate with big structure, polished tannins and lots of spice on a lengthy finish. Very nice.
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2008 DeLille Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Ciel 92 Points
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain
(5/1/2013)
Rich cassis, earth and spice aromas. Round and ripe on the palate with leather, earth, tea and black currant. Velvety rich tannins and a big finish. Very nice.
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2010 Montes Alpha M 92 Points
Chile, Rapel Valley, Colchagua Valley
(5/1/2013)
Bell pepper, cassis and black berry aromas. Velvety rich on the palate with ripe black fruit, herb, spice and leather. Rich long finish with big chewy tannins.
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2010 Château Smith Haut Lafitte 94 Points
France, Bordeaux, Graves, Pessac-Léognan
(5/1/2013)
Crushed floral, sweet earthy spice, blueberry and leather aromas. Velvety crushed rock and ripe high-toned floral blueberry flavors, layered depth, and big smooth tannins. Lengthy finish. Excellent.
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2010 Château Pontet-Canet 96 Points
France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Pauillac
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of cassis, roasted coffee, lavender, anise and tobacco- very expressive. Wonderful elegant layers of flavor on the palate, layed thick and juicy ripe. Floral blue fruit. Polished mouthfeel, with big stacked tannins. Big finish. Awesome.
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2010 K Vintners King Coal 92 Points
USA, Washington
(5/1/2013)
Wild gamey cassis, blueberry and floral aromas. Ripe and velvety palate with good balance, polished tannins and nice length on the finish. Very good.
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2009 Château Lynch-Bages 94 Points
France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Pauillac
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of smoky earth, crushed floral, cassis and black tea. Polished and rich on the palate with good balance. More notes of tea, leather, tobacco and currant. Ripe velvety tannins and big rich finish. Excellent.
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2009 Joseph Phelps Insignia 95 Points
USA, California, Napa Valley
(5/1/2013)
Notes of leather, tobacco leaf, savory herb, cassis and cherry on the nose. Big dark fruit flavors of cassis, currant and blueberry, along with leather, cedar and earth depth. Layered and polished with big polished tannins and long finish. Nice balance and structure- very Bordeaux-like.
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2008 Château Cos d'Estournel 92 Points
France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Estèphe
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of leather, earth and barnyard pervade. Mineral, dried floral and ripe blackcurrant flavors. Concentrated, layered, nice and smooth on the mid-palate. Tannins are a little coarse. Needs time.
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2006 Château Brane-Cantenac 90 Points
France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Margaux
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of barnyard, earth and cedar. Earthy palate with rich cassis, mineral and cedar notes. Elegant structure. Fine firm tannins. The fruit is sleepy on this. Felt closed, or maybe a little subtle in a lineup of huge wines.
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2011 Famille Perrin / Perrin & Fils Gigondas Domaine du Clos des Tourelles 89 Points
France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Gigondas
(5/1/2013)
Meaty, earthy, garrigue aromas. Shows notes of tea, ripe blueberry and earth on the palate with round and ripe tannins.
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2010 Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas Les Ruchets 92 Points
France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, Cornas
(5/1/2013)
Aromas of black tea, white pepper, dried floral, earth and cassis. Nice deep savory blueberry flavors with big polished earthen tannins. Nice length on the finish. Very nice- needs time.
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2010 Two Hands Shiraz Lily's Garden 91 Points
Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale
(5/1/2013)
Big aromas of blueberry and black pepper with secondary coffee and vanilla. Ripe, velvety and dark profile, with a rounded supple tannins and a big spice finish.
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2009 Quinta do Vale Meão Douro Meandro 90 Points
Portugal, Douro
(5/1/2013)
Coffee, cocoa, and roasted blueberry aromas. Ripe and dark palate with earthy, rich and round tannins. Savory finish. Very nice.
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