| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2005 Chateau Haut Bages Liberal Pauillac
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Very aromatic, showing blackberry and currant aromas, with some licorice. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a rich, decadent, fruity finish. Caresses the palate. Stylish and opulent. Best after 2011. 10,000 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2005 Domaine Serene Pinot Noir Yamhill Cuvee
Pinot Noir; Willamette Valley; | $49.99 | |
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"Supple and distinctive for its cinnamon- and clove-scented cherry and blackberry flavors, riding smoothly on a layer of superfine tannins. This comes together suavely on the lingering, enticing finish. Drink now through 2015. 4,265 cases made. -HS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2005 Chateau Talbot Saint Julien
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Sweet tobacco, berry and currant aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, silky tannins and a fresh, racy aftertaste of currant and mineral. The texture of the tannins is very beautiful. Best after 2016. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2005 Chateau Gloria Saint Julien
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $34.99 | |
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"Licorice, blackberry and fresh cepe on the nose. Full and velvety-textured, with lots of fruit and a long, caressing finish. Pretty and rich. The best Gloria in years. Best after 2014. 18,000 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2003 Casisano Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino
Sangiovese; Tuscany; | $39.99 | |
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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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2005 Ponzi Vineyards Pinot Noir Reserve Willamette Valley
Pinot Noir; Willamette Valley; | $49.99 | |
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"Rich in texture, this harmonious wine shows ripe blackberry and cherry flavors shaded with pepper and licorice notes, mingling smoothly on the graceful finish. Drink now through 2013. 1,500 cases made. -HS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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| Best Whites $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2001 Trimbach Riesling Cuvee Frederic Emile
Riesling; Alsace; | $36.99 | |
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" Uncompromising aromas of crystallized lemon peel and powdered stone. Tactile, dusty and quite dry; almost salty with extract. A compellingly pure expression of minerality, in need of several years of aging." -- Steve Tanzer (92 points)
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2006 Shafer Vineyards Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch Carneros Napa Valley
Chardonnay; Napa; | $47.99 | |
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"Rich and creamy, both in flavor and texture, this is bold and extracted, with fleshy fig, apricot and light nutmeg shadings. Yet for all its power this offers a sense of elegance and balance. Drink now through 2011. 6,500 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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