Important Update From the Founder

Mid-week American Fix

Tasted May 3, 2011 by celk with 528 views

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Dinner arranged by M. A great evening with lots of interesting wines and fun company!

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1998 Jasper Hill Shiraz Georgia's Paddock Australia, Victoria, Central Victoria, Heathcote

87 points

Velvety feel and blueberries, some rough edges and alcohol heat but overall quite balanced.

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92 points

Tart fruit and floral with mineral and yeast around the edges. Pretty wine.

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Red

2003 Colgin Syrah IX Estate USA, California, Napa Valley

93 points

Smoked meats, tobacco, mint. Refreshing!

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1997 Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District

90 points

Savory, meaty, sour cherries layered with tobacco and tar. Reminds me of an earthy cigar.

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Red

1995 Dominus Estate Napanook Vineyard USA, California, Napa Valley

91 points

Red fruit, coffee, ash and cedar. Complex and soft tannins, quite gentle.

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2002 Arietta Red Wine H Block Hudson Vineyards USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

93 points

Layered, fresh finish and good depth; elegant and sophisticated.

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2001 Alban Vineyards Pandora USA, California, Central Coast, Edna Valley

91 points

Lush fruit with crush stone and mineral. Balanced big wine.

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