| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2005 Moillard Beaune Greves
Pinot Noir; Burgundy; | $39.99 | |
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"A trove of black cherry, iron and earth notes prevail in this tannic, chunky red. It reminds me of Pommard with its more burly profile. Fresh and well-constituted. Best from 2013 through 2022. 500 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (90 points)
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2005 Domaine Maurice Ecard et Fils Savigny Les Beaune Les Serpentieres
Pinot Noir; Burgundy; | $38.99 | |
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"An elegant style, displaying black pepper, rose and cherry aromas and flavors. Silky and firm, with a minerally finish. Lovely balance and harmony. Drink now through 2022. 800 cases made. -BS " -- Wine Spectator (90 points)
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2003 Domaine du Galet des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes
Rhone Blend; Rhone; | $39.99 | |
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"Dark, chewy currant and tobacco flavors run through this traditional-style ChA˘teauneuf, with beef, bittersweet cocoa and tarry notes on the muscular finish. Solid, but may be a bit savage for some folks. Drink now through 2011. " -- Wine Spectator (88 points)
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2005 Poggio Argentiera Bolgheri Villa Donoratico
other red varietal; Tuscany; | $43.99 | |
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"Aromas of blackberry, currant and fresh herbs follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. A little austere. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best after 2009. 7,500 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (88 points)
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2005 Domaine/Maison Joseph Drouhin Savigny les Beaune Serpentieres
Pinot Noir; Burgundy; | $33.25 | |
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"Sweet spice and candied cherry aromas and flavors mark this elegant, lacy-textured red. It's balanced, but needs some time to integrate the tannins. Best from 2011 through 2020. 25 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (87 points)
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| Best Whites $30.00 - $50.00 |
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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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NV Diebolt-Vallois Blanc de Blancs
Chardonnay; Champagne; | $44.99 | |
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" Pale color. Pungent yet refined nose combines spring flowers, caraway seed, minerals, citrus skin and apple. Brisk and pure but creamy, with incisive apple and citrus flavors and great finesse. Very light on its feet and perfumed in the mouth. Finishes floral, gripping and very long." -- Steve Tanzer (91 points)
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