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2005 Domaine Bernard Burgaud Cote Rotie
Syrah/Shiraz; Rhone; | $69.99 | |
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"Dark and tight, with a tangy iron note blocking off the dark cocoa, currant, fig and bacon notes for now. There really juicy acidity buried in this, and the finish is dark and fleshy. A rock-solid, cellar-worthy wine. Best from 2009 through 2020. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 1,400 cases made. -JM " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2006 Four Vines Winery Zinfandel The Biker Paso Robles
Zinfandel; Central Coast; | $27.99 | |
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"Pedal-to-the-metal Zinfandel, with wild berry and toasty licorice aromas and full-bodied, ripe and exotic huckleberry, peppered beef and loam flavors that build toward a tight, rustic finish. Best from 2010 through 2014. 3,500 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2005 Domaine/Maison Joseph Drouhin Chambolle Musigny Premier Cru
Pinot Noir; Burgundy; | $74.99 | |
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"An enticing display of sweet cherry, berry and spice notes, with a firm yet well-integrated structure for support. Concentrated and powerful, with a long, mineral- and spice-inflected aftertaste. Best from 2012 through 2027. 145 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2006 Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape
Rhone Blend; Rhone; | $59.99 | |
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"Dark and concentrated, with solid grip for the vintage helping to push the black fig, currant, mocha, bittersweet cocoa and Turkish coffee notes through the long, juicy finish. Drink now through 2028. 100 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2005 Nicolas Rossignol Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Angles
Pinot Noir; Burgundy; | $76.99 | |
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"Needs a little air to reveal its perfume. Rose petal, black currant, cherry and spice notes ride the vibrant structure to a long conclusion. There's a nice balance of elegance and power. Best from 2012 through 2024. 375 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2006 Cliff Lede Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District
Cabernet Sauvignon; Napa; | $68.99 | |
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"Creamy and seductive, with ripe currant, mocha, mineral and espresso notes that are full-bodied, deep and complex. Persistent and long on the finish, ending with excellent structure. Drink now through 2018. 8,853 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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| Best Whites |
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NV Duval Leroy Brut
Champagne Blend; Champagne; | $42.99 | |
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"A big, full-bodied bubbly, featuring graphite, toast, lemon and nut aromas and flavors. Balanced, with an assertive finish. Will improve with a few months of cellaring. Drink now through 2009. 35,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2007 Neyers Vineyards Chardonnay Carneros District
Chardonnay; Other California; | $33.99 | |
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"Complex aromas of smoke, fig and citrus fold over to the palate. Full-bodied, with fine structure and acidity, along with flavors that end up giving this a delicate feel. The aftertaste is delicious. Drink now through 2012. 5,600 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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