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2005
Querceto
Chianti Classico
Riserva
Tuscany
"Offers black cherry and blackberry notes, with lilac. Medium- to full-bodied,
with silky tannins and a lovely finish of dark chocolate, smoky wood and berry.
Drink now. 9,000 cases made." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 90 pts.
"The 2005 Chianti Classico
Riserva is an intense, weighty wine loaded with black cherries, minerals, violets
and grilled herbs. The wine reveals good length and balance in a medium to full-bodied
style that will require some patience for the tannins to soften a bit. The finish
and overall balance are those of a first-class wine. This is a delicious Chianti
that should offer very fine drinking over the coming years. Anticipated maturity:
2011-2021. Proprietor Alessandro Francois fashions stylish wines of notable
character from his holdings in Greve. His top wines are all single-vineyard
selections that offer tons of personality and class." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 91 pts.
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2006
Cambria
Pinot Noir
Julia's Vineyard
Santa Maria Valley
"This is the best Pinot Noir at this price on the market. Easily. It’s picture-perfect
cool climate, absolutely dry and silky, with complex flavors of cherries, Mandarin
orange, cola, pomegranates, licorice and cinnamon spice, made even richer by
smoky oak. Just lovely, and gets even better as it breathes in the glass." (WE)
Wine Enthusiast: 93 pts.
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2008
Cave de Pomerols
Picpoul de Pinet HB
Coteaux de Languedoc
"One of my favorite dry whites is the beautiful 2008 Picpoul de Pinet, a
quintessential aperitif dry white that also works well with pasta, chicken,
and seafood dishes. Its light straw color with a hint of green is followed by
a fresh, lively wine that smells of melons, grapefruit, and green apples. Light-bodied
and crisp with surprising flavor intensity, it should be enjoyed over the next
year." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 89 pts.
Skin maceration for a few hours, pneumatic draining and pressing, double
cold decanting, temperature controlled fermentation. 100% Picpoul, aka Folle
Blanche. Pale yellow color with green tints. Fresh and fine aromas of grapefruit
and exotic fruit. Lime flavors, with typical focusing acidity, are hallmarks
of Picpoul. Our best value, this wine impresses novices and hardened geeks equally.
Known as “the Muscadet of the South” in France, this is to the Mediterranean
coast of France what Albarino is to northwest Spain the default wine for fresh
shellfish & seafood.
(Winery Notes)
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2005
Bennett Lane
Maximus
Red Blend
Napa Valley
"Firm, rich and intense,
with ripe, vivid blackberry and wild berry fruit and a mix of currant and raspberry.
Keeps a tight focus on the long, layered finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,
Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2013. 7,000 cases
made." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 90 pts.
The blend on the 2005 Maximus is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and
11% Syrah. The wine opens with aromas of dark cocoa, plum, ripe black cherry
and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate the wine displays flavors of black
cherry, plum, blueberry and subtle layers of cinnamon, nutmeg and cedar. With
elegant, velvety tannins that enhance the mouthfeel, the wine has a long fruit
driven finish and pairs well with practically everything.
(Winery Notes)
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This
is the funkiest stuff you will ever drink. You've gotta love it!
N.V.
The Black Chook
Sparkling Shiraz
McLaren Vale
This non vintage wine sparkles to the tune of a well balanced blend; predominantly
3 year old Shiraz, aged in old French oak barrels showing wonderful smooth integrated
fruit and a rich weighty texture across the palate. This is blended with a touch
of younger vintage Shiraz bringing ripe juicy fruit characters to the finished
product. The fruit is sourced from premium Shiraz growing regions including
McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek with the result being a rich, luscious Sparkling
Shiraz that is well balanced and destined to compliment any occasion!
(Winery Notes)
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THE BUTTERY OF BUTTERY THE OAKY OF OAKY...BUT FANTASTIC DRINKING!
2008
Trinitas
Chardonnay
Carneros
The Wine
Our 2008 Carneros Chardonnay is the quintessential California Chardonnay. It
shows a ripe, smoky, mature mix of flavors with classic aromas of lemon, green
apple, pear, butter, vanilla, and toast.
The Winemaking
This wine was 100% barrel fermented, sur lie aged, and has completed 100% malolactic
fermentation. We picked the grapes for this wine at 24.7˚ brix, settled, racked,
and fermented.
The Vineyard
These grapes are from Sonoma Carneros. The area is famous for its valley fog-cooled
climate and well drained soils resulting in some of California’s finest Chardonnay
grapes.
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2004
Bodegas Hornillos Ballesteros
Mibal Seleccion
Ribera Del Duero
"The 2004 Mibal Seleccion is a barrel selection of the best lots and spent 14
months in French oak. It further raises the bar with its saturated, glass-coating
purple color, super-expressive, exotic nose of pain grille, spice box, wild
blueberry, smoked meat, and licorice. On the palate, this thick and opulent
wine has gobs of spicy black fruit flavors, enough structure for 4-6 years of
further evolution, and a beautifully delineated, long finish. It should drink
well through 2020. A true “garage” Bodegas (the winery is in a garage in the
town of Roa), these small production cuvees of 100% Tempranillo are uniformly
outstanding." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 93 pts.
only $24.95 |
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2008
Foxglove
Chardonnay
Central Coast
"The sensational 2008 Chardonnay Central Coast, which is fermented and aged
completely in stainless steel with no malolactic fermentation, is a 30,000-cuvee
of fabulous Chardonnay. Loads of tropical fruit, honeysuckle, and orange blossom
notes fill the olfactory sense, as does the luscious medium-bodied texture on
the palate. The wine is buttressed by crisp underlying acidity, and the result
is a fresh, naked expression of Chardonnay that is top-flight. Drink it over
the next year or so. These are absolutely spectacular bargains from the very
high-quality Varner Winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is their less expensive
line-up of wines, and I encourage readers to try them – they are true winners."
(WA)
Wine Advocate: 91 pts.
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$10.95 |
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2008
Fontanafredda
Barbera
Briccotondo
Piedmont
"Medium-bodied, with raspberry and blueberry aromas, delicious fruit and vanilla
and cream hints. Drink now." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 88 pts.
"The 2008 Barbera Briccotondo is a big, juicy wine loaded with dark fruit
that shows a surprising level of ripeness at this level. Anticipated maturity:
2009-2012." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 87 pts.
This is a ruby-red wine with purple highlights. The nose is packed with
black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight spicy overtones
hinting at black pepper and cinnamon. Sweet, soft tannins come together in a
closely woven texture merging with the fruit, while a crisp freshness provides
a long, tasty finish.
(Winery Notes)
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2007
Paraiso Cellars
Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands
"Serves up a trim, flavorful band of ripe cherry, wild berry and strawberry
jam that's elegantly styled and well-structured, finishing with a long, complex
finish echoing anise and mineral. Drink now through 2014. 11,618 cases made."
(WS)
Wine Spectator: 92 pts.
"Medium-deep ruby color;
smoky, dark cherry, meaty aromas; rich, ripe, deep with lush black cherry, earthy
and smoky meat flavors; silky texture, good structure and balance; long finish.
Lush and full of flavor; this Pinot is great to drink alone or with any grilled
meat." (PR)
Pinot Report: 93 pts.
Paraiso's flagship varietal, from some of the oldest plantings in the Highlands
- wonderful Burgundian character: rich cherry and plum flavors with hints of
spice, smoke, and toasty oak. All wrapped by structuring tannins and acidity.
Amazingly food-versatile: salmon, roast chicken, beef tenderloin, you name it.
(Winery Notes)
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Ratings Pedigree:
2007: WS-90
2006: WS-90
2003: ST-91
Compare To: $15.99
2008
Ninety + Cellars
Sauvignon Blanc
Lot #2
Marlborough
Story: Marlborough, New Zealand has emerged as the premiere and most internationally
recognized wine region for quality Sauvignon Blanc. The opportunity to buy from
this wine maker and winery that has a long history of highly rated and well
recognized Sauvignon Blanc could not be passed up. This lot is an exceptional
value and will go fast!
Taste: The nose is exuberant citrus fruits with ripe melon and guava with some
underlying herbal and classic gooseberry notes. Fresh, sweet fruit and crisp
acid gives balance and an elegant structure with a smooth finish, a classic
New Zealand sauvignon blanc.
(Winery Notes)
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LIST
PRICE $150.00
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2005
Groth
Cabernet Sauvignon
Reserve
Oakville, Napa Valley
"This has wonderful richness, density and focus, with tiers of smoky plum, currant,
blackberry, loamy earth, sage and underbrush notes. Though firmly tannic, there's
a measure of finesse and polish. Ends with a long, rich, persistent finish.
The best Groth Reserve in years. Best from 2009 through 2015. 1,750 cases made."
(WS)
Wine Spectator: 94 pts.
The 2005 vintage marks the return of Groth Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon after
a six vintage hiatus. For sixteen vintages the vines from Block 1, at our Oakville
“home” vineyard, produced grapes that made exquisite and memorable Reserve wines
between 1983 and 1999. The Reserve block was pulled out and replanted in 2000
with new rootstocks, new clones, new trellising system and a new vine row orientation.
The result of this huge investment in time, energy and resources can be tasted
in our 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
(Winery Notes)
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2008
Vina Tabali
Sauvignon Blanc Reserva
Limari Valley, Chile
"The 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Reserva is a great value. It exhibits a fragrant
bouquet of mineral, passion fruit, and citrus. This leads to a mouth-watering,
vibrant, lengthy Sauvignon that way over-delivers for its humble price. Tabali
is producing high quality wines from the newly developing cool-climate region
of Limari." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 90 pts.
Limari’s Limestone soil really makes a difference in this Sauvignon Blanc
bottling. Beyond the wine’s bright melon and citrus driven nose, there is an
impressive core of minerality that one would not expect in a Chilean white -
Stylistically the wine reminds us very much of a top notch Sancerre bottling.
This Sauvignon Blanc with its pale color and greenish look has a fruity nose,
slightly citric, of great elegance and reminiscent of fresh herbs. To the mouth
there are subtle hints of minerals that mix with an aroma of ripe grapefruit.
It is very persistent and fresh, due to its well-kept acidity.
(Winery Notes)
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MIND-BLOWING
EFFORT AT TWICE THE PRICE!
2005
Chateau Destieux
Saint-Emilion
"Proprietor Christian Dauriac has hit a home run with his 2005 Destieux. The
tremendous effort he has been putting into this property over the last decade
has been rewarded with a well-deserved upgrade in the recent Classification
of St.-Emilion. A blend of 66% Merlot and the rest equal parts Cabernet Franc
and Cabernet Sauvignon (from 45-year old vines), the nearly black-colored 2005
reveals aromas of roasted meats, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, licorice,
tar, smoke, and incense. A modern day blockbuster with superb purity, density,
concentration, and length, it should round into drinkable form with another
5-8 years of bottle age, and last for 2-3 decades. It is good to see the only
flaw in older vintages, the rusticity of the tannins, completely tamed." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 93 pts.
only $49.95 |
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2008
Pine Ridge
Chenin Blanc-Viognier
Clarksburg/Lodi
"A consistent winner from this Napa winery, this fragrant, stylish blend of
Chenin Blanc and Viognier is the type of dry white I wish more California wineries
would focus on. Moreover, there are 45,000 cases of this excellent bargain.
Think of a spring flower garden oozing with melon and citrus blossom notes.
Fresh, light to medium-bodied, and dry, it is a food-friendly white to enjoy
as an aperitif or with food over the next year. Kudos to Pine Ridge!" (WA)
Wine Advocate: 88 pts.
The 2008 Chenin Blanc - Viognier flaunts aromas of ruby grapefruit, pear,
lychee and melon, with a delicate touch of spicy, white florals. Lively citrus
and bright tropical fruit flavors are offered up alongside a supple texture.
The slightly off-dry finish is clean and crisp, perfect with many dishes or
on its own as an aperitif. Enjoy now or cellar for two years.
(Winery Notes)
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2006
Domaine Henri Perrusset
Macon-Villages
Maconnais
"($17) Yellow-gold. Ripe peach and nectarine aromas betray a touch of warmth.
Fleshy pit fruit flavors are brightened by citrus zest, picking up dusty minerals
on the close. Offers pleasant, straightforward appeal and surprising depth for
the category." (IWC)
International Wine Cellar: 88 pts.
"Never fear, Perrusset has done it again. Year in and year out, he produces
one of the finest values in the world of Chardonnay by microscopically managing
his hillside vineyards around the village of Farges-les-Mâcon. Small yields,
healthy, ripe grapes, well-placed vineyards, and a natural, slow vinification
guided by indigenous yeasts are his “secrets.” You will not be disappointed
by the quality of his 2006. On the contrary, you will be thankful that you have
discovered a Chardonnay as delicious and reasonably priced as his, and so will
your friends." -Kermit Lynch
(Winery Notes)
only $12.95 |
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2008
Beckmen Vineyards
Grenache Rose
Purisma Mountain Vineyard
Santa Ynez
"Zesty and crisp, with a light copper hue, strawberry and spice aromas, and
racy peach and leather notes. Drink now. 950 cases made." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 88 pts.
Grapes for this beautifully fresh rosé are hand selected for their bright
flavor profile, with lower sugars and higher acidity. This year we were able
to use a multitude of fruit with the majority being Grenache, along with lesser
portions of Syrah and Mourvedre. Our grapes were hand picked over a 41 day span
between 22-25 brix to create the best rosé possible.
(Winery Notes)
only $16.95 |
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2008
Wine Spectator Top 100: #52
2004
Bodegas Lan
Rioja
Reserva
"A silky texture carries expressive flavors of black plum, violet, licorice
and smoke in this focused, balanced red. Has good intensity yet remains vibrant
and accessible. Drink now through 2012. 50,000 cases made." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 90 pts.
"($18; 80% tempranillo and 10% each mazuelo and garnacha) Medium red. Mellow
aromas of roasted cherry, brown spices and rose. Smooth, ripe red fruit flavors
provide very good palate coverage and show little in the way of tannins. The
floral quality gains strength with air and carries through the long, velvety
finish. Offers good immediate appeal and a warm character." (IWC)
International Wine Cellar: 89 pts.
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2006
Ramey
Syrah
Shanel Vineyard
Sonoma Coast
"There's lots of spices¿white and black pepper¿but also plenty of grapey dark
berry, red licorice, herb, mineral and cedar notes. Very complex, full-blown
and well-balanced, becoming even more complex on the finish, where the flavors
unfold to reveal subtle nuances. Drink now through 2015. 1,250 cases made."
(WS)
Wine Spectator: 93 pts.
"Slightly better is the 2006 Syrah Shanel Vineyard. It includes 3% Viognier,
but it is less noticeable at this stage. An opaque purple color is followed
by enormous quantities of blackberries intermixed with tapenade, acacia flowers,
and truffles. Full-bodied, meaty, and dense, it cuts an even broader mouthfeel
than its sibling. It, too, can be drunk over the next decade. David Ramey’s
Healdsburg operation is becoming bigger and bigger, as evidenced by his 60,000-case
production in both 2006 and 2007. However, quality continues to be exciting,
offering a broad array of Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignons, and more recently,
a handful of Syrahs. The entry level Chardonnays include three generic appellations,
Carneros, Russian River, and Sonoma Coast. All three need to be consumed sooner
rather than later. The three single vineyard Chardonnays are all from top sites,
the Hudson and Hyde vineyards in Carneros, and the Russian River’s Ritchie Vineyard.
Production is much smaller for these cuvees, from just under 1,400 cases for
the Hudson to over 2,500 cases for the Hyde." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 93 pts.
"($60) Inky ruby. Mineral-driven aromas of cherry skin, blackcurrant, violet
and smoked meat. The smoky note gains strength with air and blends with the
fruit, giving this an exotic mezcal quality. Spicy dark berry flavors are sharply
focused and framed by silky tannins. The floral note repeats on the finish,
which is fresh, energetic and very long. Wild stuff, and already delicious."
(IWC)
International Wine Cellar: 93 pts.
"Ripeness and sweet oak are in abundance here, yet whereas too many like-minded
wines can claim the same gifts, Ramey's first-rate effort goes a bit further.
It is solidly grounded in spicy Syrah fruit and is uncommonly complex with multi-layered
flavors of berries, milk chocolate and black pepper. Not surprisingly, it is
too tannic for drinking in the near term, but it has all the right stuff in
all the right places to guarantee five to ten years of real expansion and growth."
(CG)
Connoisseurs' Guide: 92 pts.
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2009
Crios De Susana Balbo
Torrontes
Mendoza
"The 2009 Torrontes remains one of Argentina’s benchmarks for this variety.
Sourced from 31-year-old vines in Cafayate (where the finest Torrontes grows),
it displays a fragrant bouquet of spring flowers, honey, and tropical aromas.
Medium-bodied and dry on the palate, it has ample fruit backed by vibrant acidity
leading to a lengthy finish. Drink it over the next 2 years." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 90 pts.
Enticing aromas that are strikingly similar to Viognier, with hints of peach
pit, white pear, flowers, and orange citrus fruit. On the palate, it has beautiful
structure and acidity similar to Sauvignon Blanc along with enticing fruit flavors
that keep you coming back for another sip and plenty of body for a wine that
shows such delicate aromas and flavors. Fruity, floral and yet still quite dry,
this wine has to be tasted to be believed. Best enjoyed in its youth either
by itself, or as a wonderful partner with smoked meats, mild to medium-strong
cheeses, and seafood (especially crab!).
(Winery Notes)
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NV
Mumm
Brut Prestige
Napa Valley
"A lively, fruit-driven bubbly, with creamy and yeasty aromas that blend with
baked pear aromas and flavors that are crisp and vibrant, finishing with notes
of toast and spice. Drink now through 2012. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
95,000 cases made." (WS)
Wine Spectator: 89 pts.
"51% Pinot Noir; 46% Chardonnay; 2% Pinot Meunier; 1% Pinot Gris. This wine
captures some of the richness of its cellarmate in magnum, and it offers enough
to like at the price, especially by comparison to the quality found in its Brut
category competition. Still, when the magnum wine is so much better, we would
go in that direction if the occasion invites the introduction of the big bottle
format into the festivities." (CG)
Connoisseurs' Guide: 88 pts.
IT’S STILL THE GREAT VALUE - IN COST & QUALITY - AMONG CALIFORNIA SPARKLING
MUMM’S NAPA BRUT PRESTIGE
For years, in fact decades I’ve felt that Mumm’s Napa Brut is about as good
as it gets when it comes to California Sparkling wine and that’s in the face
of other similar California “bubbles” selling for double to even triple the
price. I even remember a while ago when it was better then most of Mumm’s French
Champagne—as there was a time when the quality of the Napa product stayed high
and the French Mumm’s became mediocre. Luckily, with change of ownership the
French product is now back producing fine Champagne. The Napa wine has many
of the charms that the French Mumm’s Champagne has but there is an added touch
of fruitiness in the California product due to the slightly warmer growing climate
and the more intense angle of the Sun in California. Though not the wording
I would use, I think a good description of this wine is from Wine News magazine
when their writer says, “Mature aromas of yeast and flint with fruit notes in
the background. Beautifully aged flavors of baked apple and flint are seamlessly
integrated and deftly delivered. Long, dry, yeasty close.”
TERRIFIC BARGAIN PRICE: Normal price for this wine is $25 (that is what the
winery charges) and you can see it “discounted” on the internet on “special”
for $18 or $19. Well, L.A. Wine Company has it on special for under $14. As
far as I can tell the best price in the country.
RATING:91
PRICE:$13.95 **** bargain
WHERE: Los Angeles Wine Co.
(Martins Guide to Wine Bargains)
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2008
Vina Cobos
Felino
Chardonnay
Mendoza
"The 2008 Felino Chardonnay is light gold-colored with an expressive nose of
apple, pear, and tropical fruits. Concentrated on the palate and balanced with
lively acidity, this full-flavored, ripe Chardonnay will provide pleasure over
the next 3 years." (WA)
Wine Advocate: 90 pts.
This lively, full-bodied chardonnay opens with enticing aromas of white
peach, golden delicious apple and guava that carry through as generous flavors
on a satiny, mouth-filling palate. Citrus and mineral notes create a refreshing
finish. Alcohol 14.8%
(Winery Notes)
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