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Château Lafite Rothschild

Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 1989

This is my 10,000 bottle to add to delectable. We decanted an hour. Perfect cork. Deep dark purple color. Nose of leather, cedar, and dark fruit. Black current, blackberry, spice and tobacco on the palette. Nice long finish of dark fruit. Outstanding! — 4 years ago

Jim Hadley
with Jim
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Good gosh, Peggy. We are not worthy. Bravo to you and your man!
Jonathan Wall

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Wow! 10,000!! Congrats!! I know you had some very memorable wines on that journey.

Justin Vineyards & Winery

Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Strong black current nose, green vines, branches / twig follow, medium legs, fresh, medium alcohol, gentle finish. — 6 years ago

Arietta

H Block Hudson Vineyards Cabernet Franc Merlot 2013

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Arietta Wines lunch with owner Fritz. We were able to taste through some current releases as well as some reserve wines Fritz brought with him personally. A treat to enjoy these Andy Erickson wines!

This felt like it was just starting to hit its drinking window. Very pretty and aromatic. Potpourri, lavender, dusted dark cocoa bits, plum and savory smoke on the nose with underripe blackberries, baking spices and nutmeg. Lovely.
— 6 years ago

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Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot "B" 12 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

So subtle - dried orange peel, potpourri and creamed corn - a delight, thank Hugh — 7 years ago

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Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

It always amazes me how approachable the current vintage of Caymus Cab is year after year. One of a few Cabs that you can drink now as well as put some age on it. Dark Ruby with rich ripe berry aromas. Flavors of cherry and raspberry with cinnamon and cacao notes. Very soft tannins on lingering finish ending with some earthy spice tones. A Fav! — 8 years ago

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Justin Vineyards & Winery

Isosceles Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Fantastic, peppery with cherry under current — 9 years ago

Aimee Hancock
with Aimee

Dominus Estate

Napanook Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2014

We had the 2014 Vintage on 10/6-7/21. A real good full bodied, New World wine. Tastes of black current, plum, leather and a savory spice. Bordeaux meets Napa. — 4 years ago

Château Latour

Premier Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Red Bordeaux Blend 1990

Birthday + Easter Sunday celebration wine from 4/12/2020 ... current top of our “Best we’ve ever had” list! — 5 years ago

Vicente Velez
with Vicente
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Groth Vineyards & Winery

Reserve Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Structured, extremely well balance and just perfect!!! Current, black berries, classic cassis flavors! Edgy! — 6 years ago

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Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Family Reserve 20 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1997

And to finish off the evening... — 7 years ago

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Señorío de San Vicente

Rioja Tempranillo 1999

Awesome 👏 Got this last year and I did not like. Decided to open a second bottle and I am so glad I did. Fine , sinewy tannins, subtle oak smells, all around vibrant and delicious. I am getting the current vintage and putting it away
for 15-20 years..
— 7 years ago

Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle's 20 Years Old Family Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Creamy smooth with incredible nice finish. One of the best I have ever had. For the price however I would take Michters 20 — 8 years ago

Long Shadows Vintners

Pedestal Columbia Valley Merlot 2013

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Blackberry, current, dark cherry, mild spice, lightly smoked wood; beautifully smooth tannins that encompass the palate. — 9 years ago

Château Malescot St. Exupéry

Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 2014

Appearance - Medium Ruby Colour

Aroma - Medium Plums, Black Cherries, Wet Earth, Spring Flowers and Cedar.

Palate - Dry. Medium Acidity. Medium Tannin. Low Alcohol. Medium Body. Medium Intensity of Black Current, Black Cherries, Plums, Earth and Graphite. Medium Finish.

Conclusion - Very Good Quality Wine
— 5 years ago

Cakebread Cellars

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Floral aroma with hints of black cherry and current. Velvety on the pallet with hints of blackberry and tart raspberry. Slight hint of fall leaves. — 6 years ago

Matthews Cellars

Claret Red Bordeaux Blend 2016

Distinctive nose and taste; smoky, unique, and tastes older than the current vintage. — 6 years ago

Château Gruaud Larose

Saint-Julien Red Bordeaux Blend 1983

Classic GL & one of my favorite vintages for current drinking next to their legendary 82. Lovely sweet red fruits, cassis, cedar, leather, sweet spice & cigar box. — 6 years ago

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Viñedos de Páganos

El Puntido Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2000

Current release and kicking butt. Awesome Rioja showing it all, decant and enjoy it with some meat!! — 7 years ago

Château La Mission Haut-Brion

Graves Red Bordeaux Blend 1966

Celebrating that we just got our power back on after Irma so had to open one of my favorite Bordeaux for current drinking. Stunning aromatics of black fruits & cassis with a perfume of tarry, camphor, licorice spice, soy, black olive & violet. On the palate you get this core of sweet black fruits that is rich & full bodied. I have consumed more than 6 cases of this wine in the last 5 years and most every btl has been an awesome experience. — 8 years ago

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Having power is a good thing! Celebrating with a excellent wine. 🍷 66 a great acid vintage. 👍

Paloma

Napa Valley Merlot 2002

Well made and this is a Merlot for cab drinkers. It has aged well. RIP Barbara Richards. — 9 years ago