Inviting and alluring, this presents an earthy nose with layers of dark fruit, forest floor, cigar box, cedar, pencil shavings, and savory bacon fat. On the palate, it exhibits flavors of ripe black cherry and luscious blueberry compote, accented by notes of dark chocolate, eucalyptus, and cassis. This wine exhibits excellent balance with its rich fruit intensity seamlessly integrated with fine-grained tannins, leading to a lingering finish. Sensational.
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Captivating and enticing, the aroma exhibits earthy notes of dark fruit, tobacco, cigar, hazelnut, damp earth, and a subtle hint of bell pepper. The palate is well-balanced, showcasing black cherry and exceptionally ripe blueberry flavors, complemented by nuances of dark chocolate, baking spices, and clove. Its plush texture is supported by seamlessly integrated tannins, leading to a lingering finish.
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This shows a vibrant ruby color, offering an earthy, slightly floral nose with red fruit, toasted oak, damp soil, and a touch of violet. The palate reveals red cherry, early-picked strawberry, cranberry, and a hint of white pepper, accompanied by a subtle minerality. Robust, chalky tannins provide structure to the medium-bodied weight. High acidity adds a refreshing vibrancy, leading to a crisp, tangy finish.
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2014 A. Rafanelli Cabernet Sauvignon Terrace Select
2/24/2024 - heyjon Likes this wine: 94 Points
Inviting and alluring, this presents an earthy nose with layers of dark fruit, forest floor, cigar box, cedar, pencil shavings, and savory bacon fat. On the palate, it exhibits flavors of ripe black cherry and luscious blueberry compote, accented by notes of dark chocolate, eucalyptus, and cassis. This wine exhibits excellent balance with its rich fruit intensity seamlessly integrated with fine-grained tannins, leading to a lingering finish. Sensational.
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2011 Davis Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
2/19/2024 - heyjon Likes this wine: 92 Points
Captivating and enticing, the aroma exhibits earthy notes of dark fruit, tobacco, cigar, hazelnut, damp earth, and a subtle hint of bell pepper. The palate is well-balanced, showcasing black cherry and exceptionally ripe blueberry flavors, complemented by nuances of dark chocolate, baking spices, and clove. Its plush texture is supported by seamlessly integrated tannins, leading to a lingering finish.
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2019 Justin Girardin Maranges Vieilles Vignes
1/26/2024 - heyjon Likes this wine: 89 Points
This shows a vibrant ruby color, offering an earthy, slightly floral nose with red fruit, toasted oak, damp soil, and a touch of violet. The palate reveals red cherry, early-picked strawberry, cranberry, and a hint of white pepper, accompanied by a subtle minerality. Robust, chalky tannins provide structure to the medium-bodied weight. High acidity adds a refreshing vibrancy, leading to a crisp, tangy finish.
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