| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2005 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Catena Alta Mendoza
Malbec; Argentina; | $42.99 | |
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"Very concentrated, with dark fig and currant paste notes, but it's also pure and driven, with intense mocha, bittersweet cocoa and melted licorice notes that stretch out the long, polished finish. Really gorgeous for its density and mouthfeel. Drink now through 2013. 3,750 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2004 Achaval Ferrer Quimera Mendoza
Bordeaux Blend; Argentina; | $42.99 | |
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"Racy, almost piercing, with graphite, violet, mineral and boysenberry notes rushing along fine tannins and acidity. Long finish, but on the tight side for now, so cellar. Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2007 through 2014. 4,125 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2003 Clarendon Hills Grenache Clarendon
Grenache; McLaren Vale; | $44.99 | |
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"Fine, generous, brimming with cherry, blackberry and toasty spice flavors that keep swirling on the firm, seamless frame, lingering effortlessly as they fill the mouth without excess weight. Drink now through 2010. 900 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2003 Clarendon Hills Syrah Liandra
Syrah/Shiraz; McLaren Vale; | $49.99 | |
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"($90) Deep, saturated ruby. Multi-dimensional aromas of cassis, blackberry, kirsch, pipe tobacco, anise, rose, violet pastille and freshly cracked pepper. High-pitched and vibrant; this really takes the mouth for a ride through the fruit bushes and spice bazaar, displaying dark raspberry, cherry, redcurrant and exotic Middle Eastern spices. Finishes brisk and lively, with firm but silky tannins." -- Steve Tanzer (93 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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2002 Origin Paramount Red Napa Valley
Bordeaux Blend; Napa; | $44.99 | |
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"Very impressive, with a rich, fleshy array of ripe flavors. Offers depth, concentration and complexity, with tiers of mocha-laced currant, black cherry and wild berry fruit and a finish that goes on and on. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2006 through 2012. 490 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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| Best Whites $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2007 Ridge Vineyards Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains
Chardonnay; Central Coast; | $35.99 | |
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"Combines richness with an elegant, delicate mouthfeel, showing deep layers of ripe fig, honeydew melon, ripe green pear and smoky oak. Balanced, focused, pure and lingering. Drink now through 2013. 4,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2006 Patz and Hall Wine Company Chardonnay Napa Valley
Chardonnay; Napa; | $36.99 | |
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"Exhibits a rich, layered mix of ripe pear, fig, melon and honeysuckle flavors that are intense yet polished, firm and concentrated. The long, lingering finish repeats the fruit themes, with a hint of butterscotch. Drink now through 2012. 7,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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