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Inviting aromas of black plum, blueberry and licorice leap ... Read more

Inviting aromas of black plum, blueberry and licorice leap from glass of this Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and lead to layers of gingerbread spice and mint. This wine has signature style of Etude with depth and richness of fruit and a velvety texture. palate is full of dark fruit supported by supple tannins that are long and fine. An opulent Cabernet Sauvignon with powerful structure and intensity that underscores why this varietal is one of major pursuits at Etude. Etude Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is handcrafted from several unique vineyards representing major benchland sub-appellations of Napa Valley-Rutherford, Saint Helena, Oakville and Calistoga. By deliberately sourcing fruit from this range of exemplary sources, assembled wine attains important range of expression and nuance that gives this wine its depth of character. blend for 2005 bottling consists of Cabernet Sauvignon (98%) with a touch of Cabernet Franc (2%). wine spent a minimum of 24 months in French oak ba Connois Minimize

Brilliant deep red color with purple hues. Nose is develope ... Read more

Brilliant deep red color with purple hues. Nose is developed with blackcurrant, toasted bread, vanilla, cherry. Supple, mellow wine, with sturdy and very ripe tannins. A warming wine with very ripe touches. Very elegant tannic structure, with a fresh finish. A great expression of Pauillac, thanks to rich tannic structure and an exceptional mellowness. Seems at this stage of evolution best ever made, even better than vintage 2000, which remains reference vintage. Blend 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5%Cabernet Franc Wine Enthusiast rating: 90. Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa Co ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Stags Leap District appellation. Dramatic improvements are clearly underway at Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, which was sold to a consortium led by Tuscany's Piero Antinori in 2007. Antinori brought in well-known consultant Renzo Cotarella to improve the quality and, hopefully, get this winery back to the lofty heights it achieved in the seventies and early eighties. They seem to be well on their way, which is good news for consumers. This is a large estate of 104 acres, all situated as one giant block of vineyards in the southern part of the Stags Leap appellation. The change in ownership and winemaking staff shows progressive improvement with each vintage starting with 2007. The 2009s look to be their best wines to date. As for the 2007 reds, normally four cuvees are produced, all based on Cabernet Sauvignon, including the Cask 23, which comes from the best lots from the Fay and S.L.V. estate vineyards after fermentations are completed. The most impressive Stag's Leap Wine Cellars' offerings made since the 1985 vintage are the three 2009s I was permitted to taste from barrel.. Minimize

Our 2005 Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon celebrat ... Read more

Our 2005 Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon celebrates mountain terroir of a vineyard high above Napa Valley. Inky, intense and complex, this wine speaks volumes about mountain-grown fruit. Our Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is strikingly different in varietal expression; it's packed with concentrated, wild blackberry character that defines briary, says Winemaker Mike Westrick. rich aromatics and dense flavors are layered with delicious wild berries, cassis, bittersweet chocolate, cigar box and oak spice. The muscular tannins support powerful flavors clear through persistent finish. We tamed mountain-intense flavors and tannins with gentle winemaking, keeping the wine's inherent complexity while giving elegance and balance. After 18 months of aging in predominantly French oak barrels, wine was blended with small amounts of Merlot and Petit Verdot. Wine & Spirits rating: 92. Minimize

The fruit for this remarkable wine was harvested by hand fr ... Read more

The fruit for this remarkable wine was harvested by hand from October 5 through October 14, 2005, entirely from the three, estate grown, Husic Vineyards, above the Stags Leap District. Picked at extreme ripeness, the fruit was gently hand-sorted, destemmed, and sorted again until each grape was inspected. The grapes were carefully transferred to a fermentation tank without the use of pumps, and were fermented on the skins for more than 30 days. The inky-black wine was then transferred by gravity to new French Oak barrels and aged for nearly two years in caves held at 58A F. The best barrels were chosen for the final blend, and the wine was bottled without fining and with minimal filtration for clarity. The finished wine displays elegant raspberry and dark chocolate aromas, with notes of baking spices, cedar and warm toasty vanilla providing complexity. The texture on the palate is rich and satiny, with dark red fruits (dark cherries and plums) displaying a bright sweet character throughout the finish. Though the Husic Estate is known for dark intensity derived from its steep rocky hillside, this vintage displays a softness and elegance in addition to its intensity. The finished wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Estate-grown, and aged in 100% new French oak barrels. 1,255 cases were produced. Minimize

Golden, bright and iridescent. Fine, regular bubbles with a ... Read more

Golden, bright and iridescent. Fine, regular bubbles with a well-defined flow. Sparkling, almost varietal bouquet, redolent of Chardonnay and white fruit aromas of apple, pear and pollen and soft, sweet citrus fruit like grapefruit. These are followed by warm, chocolaty hints, vanilla, tatin pie, and baked apple which are typical of our Maison. bite in mouth is extremely elegant, balanced and mineral, characterized by purity, precision and mineral quality of Cote des Blancs terroirs, along with a delicate creamy, almost cozy texture. texture and concentration of 2005 vintage wraps itself around purity typical of whites, making it sumptuously indulgent. very long winey finish is sublimed by a perfectly-balanced, enduring acidity. maturity of this vintage is an added asset for this Blanc de Blancs 2005 which pleasantly – almost disconcertingly – combines purity, texture and freshness to produce a refined, gourmet wine. Wine Enthusiast rating: 92. Minimize

100% Chardonnay Wine Spectator rating: 90.

word ame is French for soul. It's something any winemaker o ... Read more

word ame is French for soul. It's something any winemaker or grape grower wants in their final wine. While developing Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards on our Conn Valley ranch, it became apparent that one parcel in particular stood out above rest - literally as well as figuratively - given it was highest elevation and rockiest parcel on property. It took four years to develop, due to rock removal and steepness of slopes. results were worth effort. We found that out in 2005 when Cabernet Sauvignon crop from this block proved to be not only darker and more intense but dramatically different in aroma and flavor. We bottled it separately and called it ame, for some our soul is certainly in it. It's important to us as well that there's some recognition of our three children, Alexandra, Michael and Elizabeth, whose first name initials make up word. International Wine Cellar rating: 90. Minimize

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1990 vintage of this wine was ranked #10 on Wine Spectator' ... Read more

1990 vintage of this wine was ranked #10 on Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 1995 Deep golden, vibrant and reflective. Lush ripe white peaches with a hint of beeswax honey. Dense and intense flavors of burnt orange peel, lemon zest, and stone fruits with subtle elements of minerality and honeycomb. Wine Spectator rating: 90. Minimize

Pale golden robe, limpid and brilliant wine. Discreet flora ... Read more

Pale golden robe, limpid and brilliant wine. Discreet floral and fruity nose with a long persistence. Beautiful attack and development into mouth with richness, power and a delightful mineral tension.whole thing in an almost perfect harmony. Finely woody length. Minimize

Light and aromatic, Olivier are result of perfect balance b ... Read more

Light and aromatic, Olivier are result of perfect balance between sauvignon, which gives it its fruity and nervousness, Semillon which makes a wonderful wine for aging, rich and elegant, and delicate fragrance of Muscadelle. Wine Spectator rating: 92. Minimize

With its excellent quality and abundant crop size, the 2005 ... Read more

With its excellent quality and abundant crop size, the 2005 vintage has the potential to be among the best of the decade. Heavy rainfall after bud break and during fruit set made for a nervous start to the growing season. Fortunately, temperatures rose following bloom and remained moderate throughout the summer. The late spring rains and moderate temperatures reduced the need for irrigation, and some of our blocks were dry farmed throughout the season. In September, warmer weather arrived with an Indian summer that provided ideal conditions for the final push to ripeness. Minimize

Very, very concentrated, with a formidable core of black cu ... Read more

Very, very concentrated, with a formidable core of black currant and blackberry fruit. Bone dry but with that subtle impression of sweetness that comes from ripe Cabernet. Dried mushroom tones contribute an appetizing, savory component and there's also a trace of black licorice. tannins are fine-grained and supple, with an impression of chewiness fleshing out aftertaSainte vivid flavors of finish suggest a terrific future. Open in 2013. International Wine Cellar rating: 93. Minimize

Shows a return to the form of Souverain’s glory days. Beaut ... Read more

Shows a return to the form of Souverain’s glory days. Beautiful and complex, with luscious flavors of blackberries, currants and dried herbs, wrapped into soft, smooth tannins. Really classy. Best now and through 2012. S.H. Wine Enthusiast. A Cabernet Sauvignon wine from California in USA. 2005 Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon Winemaker's Reserve 750ml Minimize

This wine is from France, Burgundy region, Chablis sub-regi ... Read more

This wine is from France, Burgundy region, Chablis sub-region and Chablis Grand Cru appellation. CHARDONNAY Wine FRENCH STILL WINE Minimize

color is pale, golden yellow with lovely, brilliant highlig ... Read more

color is pale, golden yellow with lovely, brilliant highlights. On agitation, intense bouquet, featuring white peaches, lindin blossom, and boxwood, reveals toasty and mineral overtones. aromas develop on aeration in glass, while retaining all their initial intensity, making this an unusually complex wine. The Wine Advocate rating: 92. Minimize

This wine is from France, Burgundy region. A touch of exoti ... Read more

This wine is from France, Burgundy region. A touch of exotic fruit mixes with pineapple and citrus notes that can also be found on the round, rich and frank flavors that possess good punch and culminate in a slightly plump but focused finish that offers much better than average length. Like several wines in the range, this isnt elegant but there is solid balance and overall character Wine WHITE BURGUNDY Minimize

For his style, integrity and skill as a winemaker, Peter Le ... Read more

For his style, integrity and skill as a winemaker, Peter Lehmann has come to be known as 'Mentor' by many of today's Australian winemakers. His conviction that Barossa was capable of making best wines in world extended far beyond Shiraz – he's always called it a 'Garden of Eden', a winemaker's paradise. When it came to selecting a wine to dedicate to Peter Lehmann, it was not without a sense of irony that we chose Barossa Cabernet. color is deep with a dense center. nose has inviting aromas of classical Barossa Cabernet blackcurrant, hints of mint, and cedar box. palate has a defined Cabernet cassis flavor, a touch of chocolate and vanilla, and shows a superb integration of oak and fruit. Mentor is an ideal accompaniment for rich duck, goose and game dishes. It is superb with oxtail, braised lamb shanks and wonderful with a fine aged cheddar. Australian Wine Companion rating: 90. Minimize

Concentrated, golden yellow color. Ripe fruit aromas with h ... Read more

Concentrated, golden yellow color. Ripe fruit aromas with hints of mushroom. Round, rich, and concentrated on palate with candied lemon and yellow fruit flavors. Very long, oaky, caramelised aftertaste The Wine Advocate rating: 90. Minimize

grapes for Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon come from our fami ... Read more

grapes for Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon come from our family's original Rutherford estate property purchased in 1970. vineyard has a Lyre trellis system pruned to quadrilateral cordons with vines spaced eight feet apart and ten feet between each row. maturity of vines contribute to concentrated Cabernet flavors and rich Rutherford soils, with their good drainage, are an essential component in high quality grape growing. Nose: Ripe fruit aromas of blueberry, blackberry and currant followed by earth, spice and mocha notes. Palate: Full-bodied with a rich mouth feel and silky smooth flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, blueberry, black pepper, spicy earth, cassis and cocoa. Well structured with nicely integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish. Food Pairing: A classic Cabernet to pair with grilled filet mignon or rib eye with wild mushrooms, roast duck, braised beef short ribs, herb roasted rack of lamb, wild game, Portobello mushrooms with a blue cheese cream sauce, hearty Wine Enth Minimize

This wine is from Italy, Piedmont region, Gavi sub-region. ... Read more

This wine is from Italy, Piedmont region, Gavi sub-region. CORTESE Wine Italian Still Wine Minimize

This fine wine is a Italian Still Wine 2005 vintage from Sa ... Read more

This fine wine is a Italian Still Wine 2005 vintage from Sardinia Isola dei Nuraghi produced by Argiolas that is 750ml. Minimize

This wine is from France, Loire region, Central Vineyards s ... Read more

This wine is from France, Loire region, Central Vineyards sub-region and Sancerre appellation. SAUVIGNON BLANC Wine French Still Wine Minimize

This high end wine is a French Still Wine 2005 vintage prod ... Read more

This high end wine is a French Still Wine 2005 vintage produced by Domaine du Mas Blanc (Docteur Parce) that is 750ml. Minimize

This wine is from United States, California region, Santa B ... Read more

This wine is from United States, California region, Santa Barbara sub-region and Santa Rita Hills appellation. This parcel of chardonnay is one of the most compelling that we work with. Planted entirely to clone Mount Eden on a very elevated mesa in sandy, clay-loam soils overlooking the entire appellation.Aromas of lemongrass, yuzu and roasted corn followed by flavors of passionfruit, ginger and wheat. Very weighty yet exhibits great finesse despite it power. 4,896 bottles produced CHARDONNAY Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Minimize

No tasting note given. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Sau ... Read more

No tasting note given. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Sauternes Blend wine from Bordeaux in France. 2005 Rieussec 375ml Minimize