| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2005 Chateau Pipeau Saint Emilion Grand Cru
Merlot; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Beautiful blackberry, cherry and light vanilla aromas follow through to a full body, with coffee, smoke and berry character. Long and stylish. Velvety and balanced. Best after 2013. 15,830 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2006 Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Old Vines Sonoma County
Zinfandel; Sonoma; | $31.99 | |
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"This is what great Zinfandel is all about. Ripe but balanced with lively acidity, jammy but concentrated and well-structured. Offers fresh wild berry, raspberry, vanilla and cracked pepper notes, but with layers of intriguing sage, lively mineral and smoke accents. Drink now through 2014. 8,600 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2003 Casisano Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino
Sangiovese; Tuscany; | $49.99 | |
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"Offers wonderful aromas of black cherry, mineral, flowers and raspberry. Full-bodied, yet balanced and silky, with lovely fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Very well done for the vintage from this producer. Best after 2010. 5,800 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2006 Chateau Haut Bages Liberal Pauillac
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $44.99 | |
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"Dark ruby purple in color, with aromas of currant and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a delicious finish. Tight now, but pretty and balanced. Best after 2012. 10,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2004 Azelia Barolo
Nebbiolo; Piedmont; | $49.99 | |
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"Pure blackberry and violet on the nose. Full-bodied, with beautiful ripe fruit flavors. This has ripe, round tannins, yet it's balanced and reserved. Harmonious and refined. Best after 2011. 1,200 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2003 Chateau Pibran Pauillac
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Complex aromas of currants, spices and sweet tobacco with just a hint of cigar box. Full-bodied, with masses of velvety tannins and rich fruit. Very chewy and rich. Best after 2012. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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| Best Whites $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2006 Beringer Vineyards Chardonnay Sbragia Limited Release Napa Valley
Chardonnay; Napa; | $39.99 | |
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"A rich, complex style that veers to opulent without being excessive, offering layers of ripe fig, honeydew melon, hazelnut and spicy nutmeg notes. Deeply concentrated. Drink now through 2010. 5,775 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2007 Far Niente Winery Chardonnay Estate Bottled Napa Valley
Chardonnay; Napa; | $42.99 | |
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"Pure, clean, rich and layered green apple, pear, spice and nutmeg give this a tight focus. Full-bodied, intense yet supple, with a long, fruity finish. Drink now through 2012. 30,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (91 points)
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