90 + Points
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, J Vineyards, Russian River Valley, CA, 202092pts James Suckling
92pts Wine Advocate
90pts Wine Spectator
Sauternes
Sauternes, Clos Haut-Peyraguey, Sauternes, FR, 2017 (375mL)Nose: A floral bouquet also revealing fresh fruit, tropical fruit as well as notes of spice, wood, cinnamon and vanilla.
Palate: A fleshy, silky texture. Lovely freshness, a silky mid-palate and a finish with good weight.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay, "Sea Slopes" Fort Ross Winery, Sonoma Coast, CA, 202091pts Wine Enthusiast
This is a great wine of great value, a showcase of the coast in fine hands. Softly layered with a plush mouthfeel, it has approachable acidity that helps to lift the refined flavors of Gravenstein apple, peach and Meyer lemon
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon "Aska", Banfi, Bolgheri, IT, 2019 (Mariani Family)93 Points James Suckling
A very pretty Bolgheri red with currant, chocolate and hazelnut aromas and flavors. It’s full and layered with firmness and freshness. Tight at the end, with a lovely texture and finesse to the tannins. Drink or hold.
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Champagne "Reserve Brut" Veuve A. Devaux, FR, NVEnergetic, long in the mouth, intense, noble, the Grande Réserve Brut champagne of the house DEVAUX is a little pleasure to marry with shellfish or mushrooms. A very nice wine for aperitif too.
Bordeaux
"La Dame de Boüard" Château Clos de Boüard, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, FR, 2019 (Magnum)JD 90Pts.
Revealing a healthy ruby/purple color as well as fresh, lively notes of black cherry & blackberries, violets and spice, it's medium-bodied, has a balanced, silky texture, good mid-palate depth, & a great finish.
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Château Pédesclaux, Grand Cru Classé, Pauillac, FR, 2020 (Lorenzetti Family & Vincent Bache-Gabrielsen)JS 95Pts.
A fresh 2020 with sliced oranges & redcurrants as well as cedar & nutmeg. Full-bodied with very firm & tight tannins. Bright finish. Crushed stone at the end as well. 56% cabernet sauvignon, 34% merlot, 5% cabernet franc and 5% petit verdot.
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Tempranillo "Imperial Reserva", Cvne, Rioja, ES, 2017RP: 93 Deep cherry red in color. The nose is attractive and complex, combining the fruit driven notes from the blend of varieties with those from the ageing in French and American oak barrels.
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Grenache, "Larner Vineyard", SamSara, CA, 201493pts Wine Advocate
93pts Vinous
93pts Wine Enthusiast
90pts Jeb Dunnuck
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Crossbarn", Paul Hobbs, Sonoma Coast, CA, 2022Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
James Suckling 92 Points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 92 Points
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon “Red Mountain”, Hedges Family Estate, WA, 2020James Suckling 92Pts.
Notes of spiced plums and blackberries with hints of coffee, sage, dark chocolate and cigar box. Full and chewy, with a firm grip of fine tannins and a mellow dark-berry center-palate. Ripe and juicy with a spiced finish.
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Petit Sirah, Ovis, Shannon Family of Wines, CA, 2016WE: 93. Aromas of ripe blueberries, juicy black plums and blackberries with a hint of dark chocolate. On the palate, generous flavors of dense fruit, dried herbs and warm spices with polished tannins.
Zinfandel
Zinfandel "Estate Grown", Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, CA, 201894pts Wine Enthusiast
90pts Wine Advocate
Bourbon
Bourbon, Whistlepig, PiggyBack 6yr, 750mL90pts Whisky Advocate
Buttered bread, brown sugar, pecan pie, lemon juice, nutmeg, marzipan, and fresh pound cake highlight a warm and inviting nose. There’s a pleasant nuttiness on the palate....
Bordeaux
Château Quinault l'Enclos, Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Émilion, FR, 2018 (Pierre Lurton)A rich nose of black fruit aromas. Blackberry & cherry going on to reveal spicy notes of black pepper & gingerbread combined with rose & peony overtones.
94pts Wine Enthusiast
94pts Decanter
93pts James Suckling
93pts Wine Advocate
93pts Jeb Dunnuc
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir "Sonoma Coast", Sojourn, Sonoma Coast, CA, 2021Wine Spectator 92Points
Wine Enthusiast 90Points
Bordeaux
Château Barde-Haut, Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Émilion, FR, 2020 (Patrice Lévèque)96pts Jeb Dunnuck
95pts James Suckling
95pts Vinous
94pts Decanter
93pts Wine Advocate
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Champagne “Carte D'Or Brut”, Drappier, FR, NVRobert Parker's Wine Advocate 91 Points
James Suckling 91 Points
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points
Wine Spectator 90 Points
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Chardonnay, "Lucie" Bacio Divino Cellars, Napa, CA, 201690pts Wine Enthusiast
High-toned in fleshy peach and apricot with a nod of Good & Plenty licorice, this big-boned, structured and lushly crafted wine stands out with its complement of rich concentrated fruitiness and toasty oak.
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Chardonnay “Rosemary Est, Talley, Arroyo Valley, CA, 201895pts Jeb Dunnuck
94pts Wine Advocate
92pts Wine Enthusiast
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Long Meadow Ranch, Anderson Valley, CA, 201890pts Wine Enthusiast
Simple & straight-forward with notes of bright red cherry red plum & boysenberry complemented by subtle oak tones. Tannins gently coat the mouth; elevated acidity provides freshness.
Tempranillo
Tempranillo, R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Bosconia "Reserva", ES, 2011A very complex, aged Rioja with savory plums, mushrooms, bark, red earth, orange peel and cedar. Quite juicy, fresh and bright on the palate with a tangy, zesty palate, full of berries and oranges. Firm, long and complex with a mouthwatering finish.
Sparkling
Franciacorta, "Cuvee Prestige" Ca del Bosco, IT, NV91pts JS: Juicy array of peaches, melon, lemons and pear blossom with honey and biscuit undertones. Light to medium body with crisp acidity and fine bubbles. Dry and fresh finish. Drink now.
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Franciacorta Rose "Cuvee Prestige" Ca'del Bosco, IT, NVThe Rose color is obtained after brief maceration of red Pinot Nero grapes. Just a few hours are needed to get that special tint recalling springtime sunsets,you must seize the moment, an instant earlier it's too pale, an instant later it's too dark.