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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The NV Shebang IV bursts from the glass with masses of dark, plump fruit. This juicy, mouth-filling red delivers incredible quality for the money in an up-front generous style meant to be enjoyed over the next year or two. The main varieties are Petite Sirah, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet. If there is a better value in California wine, I would like to know about it. This is a ridiculously delicious wine for $12 a bottle. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2014. Morgan Twain-Peterson is one of the most impressive young winemakers I have ever met, and it's not jus... Read More » 

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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Tastes dramatic and youthfully vital, with fat, fleshy flavors of blackberries, cassis, mocha and sweet cedar, as well as a mineral tang that grounds them. Very upscale and refined, a pure product of superior terroir and winemaking." (5/2011)92 points Wine Spectator: "Enticingly complex, rich and layered, showing fresh, vibrant blackberry, wild berry, cedar and spice flavors, with a texture that's both supple and firm. Full-bodied, with a long, lingering finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2020." (7/2012)90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2007 Maximus Red Feasti... Read More » 

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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is a restaurant-style Pinot Noir, classy and restrained. It shows classic raspberry, cherry, cola, pomegranate and spice flavors, with brisk Russian River acidity and a silky mouthfeel. Doesn’t seem like an ager, but it’s a lovely wine now and for the next few years." (4/2012)91 points Wine Spectator: "Intense and concentrated, with a tight beam of dried berry, forest floor, mushroom and red licorice, firming and ending with tannins that give this traction. Drink now through 2020. 125 cases made." (2/2012) K&L Notes: MaryAnn Worobiec recently wrote up impressive California Pinots in the Wi... Read More » 

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92 points Wine & Spirits: "From the Dierberg family's estate-grown fruit, this is a rich Chardonnay with white peach and green pear flavors. It's finely tuned to its wood-15% of the barrels are new-and the flavors are integrated into the plump fruit. The finish is clean, sappy and a little salty, delicious with whole-roasted branzino." (4/2012) K&L Notes: Last year we sold the '08 Three Saints and it took off like a rocket. Now the '09 is here to compete for the title of best California Chardonnay under $15. David Ramey and Paul Hobbs consult here along with winemaker Nicholas de Luca. 

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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "*Editors' Choice* Another lovely Julia's Pinot from Cambria, at a fair price. With its light tannins and transparency, it’s definitely Pinot Noir, and the acidity testifies to a cool climate. You might even pick out the Santa Maria Valley from the crushed Indian spices. Subtle but intriguing cherry, cola and plum flavors round out the picture. Drink now-2015." (2/2012)90 points Wine & Spirits: "A rich pinot with warm black cherry flavor, this is dark, chewy and broad. The tannins have a touch of smoky bitterness, needing a steak to bring them into line." (4/2011)89 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2009 Pinot Noir ... Read More » 

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94 points Wine Spectator: "Offers rich, smooth, layered flavors of blackberry, wild berry, plum and cassis. Full-bodied, yet graceful and elegant, this is most interesting on the finish, where the flavors glide along and pick up a subtle lift of spice and mocha. Drink now through 2024." (4/2012)Wine & Spirits: "Dark cherry meets oak tannins in this firm, juicy red. There's youthful tension in the tannins, robust and a bit coarser in this vintage than is typical for this wine...a steakhouse pour." (4/2012)Wine Enthusiast: "A little rustic and fruity-sweet now, but could gain traction with a few years in the cellar.... Read More » 

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From the three talented young men from Banshee--Noah, Steve and Baron--we have the 2010 vintage of Rickshaw Pinot Noir, a superb follow-up to their '09 debut, which blew us away with its offering of a rich, high-caliber Sonoma Pinot delivered for a ridiculously inexpensive $15. Thanks to a cooler vintage with lower yields overall, while the '09 was all about rich, ripe fruit, '10 is more elegant and refined, and in many ways, more charming. Pretty cherry and wild strawberry aromas and flavors leap from the glass, accented by hints of clove, warm earth,... Read More » 

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This comes from one of the top domestic, cult Chardonnay producers, and, as always is the case, we cannot inform you as to whom it is for legal reasons. To begin with, the highly perfumed bouquet is loaded with Asian spice (star anise), cinnamon apple, white peach and honeysuckle notes with undertones of vanilla and cream that seems to enhance and support these lovely fruit features rather than predominate. On its broad, lush, rich, yet dry mouthfeel, you will be treated to a domestic Chardonnay that has excellent acid structure, wonderful complexity, su... Read More » 

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There's just a splash of Petite Sirah in this excellent Zin from Shenandoah Vineyards in the Sierra Nevada foothill town of Plymouth, which adds just a touch of meatiness to an otherwise fruit-driven wine. Full-bodied, with a kick of spice and pepper, soft tannins and refreshing acidity, this is a rich Zin but it's not so big as to overpower a meal. Nice work! 

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"Redart" from Urbanite Cellars is a unique blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah and 20% Zinfandel from vineyards in the Sierra Foothills, Lodi, the Central Coast and North Coast AVAs. Founded by importer Luis Moya (Vinos Unico) Urbanite Cellars is committed to producing honest, unfussy, interesting and affordable table-worthy wines at the local level, and we have loved this red from the get-go. The Redart follows the Old World tradition of easy-drinking table wines, and wow is it! This wine shows excellent freshness of fruit, spice, lively acidity ... Read More » 

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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "*Editors' Choice* A tremendous value. Hard to believe it's so good, considering the price. The details of its origins and winemaker are mysterious, but it's worth a special search. Rich and dry, it's packed with classic blackberry, black currant, blueberry and cedar flavors, wrapped into firm, smooth tannins. Drink now 2016." (2/2012) K&L Notes: This Cab is virtually guaranteed to rise toward the top of our bestsellers lists. It was made by noted winemaker Ray Signorello and gives you a reason to believe you can still get delicious Napa Cab under $20. An earlier vin... Read More » 

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According to Wine Spectator: "Zesty and briary, with high-toned blackberry pie and cracked pepper aromas and flavors of stewed plum and smoky meat. Drink now through 2014." (Web-2010) 

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90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2010 Chardonnay is one of the top values in California wine. It possesses tons of ripe, varietal fruit in a style that is quite rich but not heavy. Clean citrus and floral notes add freshness on the long finish. Lees stirring gives the wine much of its richness, while aging in steel helps maintain freshness. There is remarkable depth and textural finesse here, never mind a price that is mind-boggling for this level of quality. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. I was blown away by the two wines I tasted from Foxglove, Bob and Jim Varner’s negociant lab... Read More » 

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For most people, the name Cakebread is synonymous with richy, buttery Napy Valley Chardonnay. But did you know they make a fantastic Sauvignon Blanc, too? Small additions of Sauvignon Musque (5%) and Semillon (4%) give the wine its wonderful complexity and aromatic intensity: honeydew, gooseberry and grapefruit aromas tempt as soon as the bottle is opened, with honeysuckle and vanilla notes that linger in the air. It has a touch of spice on the palate from partial barrel fermentation and aging in neutral French oak (12% barrel fermented, 87% barrel aged)... Read More » 

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Luis Moya of Vinos Unico is really on fire, making wines that continue to impress us for their quality and affordability under his Urbanite Cellars label. His objective is simple: to make the kind of wines he likes, for everyday consumption. Fortunately, we share his tastes! In Cabernet, this translates to a medium-bodied, complex and approachable style, with fruit, acidity, and oak in perfect harmony, moderate alcohol and suave tannins. The 2010 Amplio, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, is all blackcurrant, black raspberry, and plum, sp... Read More » 

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Ever-popular and always highly-rated--the 2010 received 90 points and high praise from Robert Parker as a *Top Value*--the Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc-Viognier is a unique blend of two varietals that aren't ordinarily found together, but marry quite well. While predominantly Chenin Blanc from the Clarksburg appellation on the Sacramento River Delta (79%), the 21% Lodi Viognier asserts itself by adding notes of flowers, spice and a glyceral texture. Like the 2010, the 2011 vintage is intensely aromatic, with scents of grapefruit, melon, passionfruit, honeysuc... Read More » 

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90 points Wine Spectator: "Focused, refined and appealing for its open-weave texture around a generous core of plum and currant fruit, finishing with hints of coffee and dark chocolate. Drink now through 2014." (12/2011) 

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Oakville Cabernet for under $25! We've seen a few tongue and cheek wine producers come and go, and more than a few new names that make it their business to go around the world buying up fantastic and value-packed wines produced from some of the best sites in the wine world. Well, this Vinistry is the latest of these, and possibly the greatest, too. Winemaker Dan O'Donnell has worked at Ravenswood, Laird Family Estates (along with winemakers from Aubert, Lewis, Crane, Paul Hobbs and Voss) before this venture. This Cabernet from Oakville displays ripe blac... Read More » 

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95 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2009 Lytton Springs is the biggest and most structured of these 2009 Zinfandel-based reds, largely owing to the earthier soils and the presence 23% Petite Sirah. Black fruit, plums, tar, licorice and smoke are some of the notes that flow from this generous, inviting red. The Lytton Springs is fairly structured, and can definitely benefit from another year or two (perhaps more) in bottle. The blend is 74% Zinfandel, 21% Petite Sirah and 5% Carignane. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2029." (8/2011)93 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "(71% zinfandel, 23% petite sirah and 6% carignane): Opaque pu... Read More » 

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The Robert Sinskey Vin Gris is a dry rosé style of wine made with 100% estate grown Pinot Noir from Sinskey's CCOF and Demeter Certified Organic and Biodynamic estate vineyards in Carneros. Consisting of 100% free-run juice, its delicate pink color is the result of natural skin contact at pressing (whole cluster) and not from any skin or seed contact during fermentation, making it smooth, delicate, and pure. The 2011 is marked by fresh acidity and brightness, with delicate strawberry aromas and flavors, a silky mouthfeel, and elegant mineral-laced finish... Read More » 

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93 points Wine & Spirits: "*Year's Best Zinfandel - 2012* Pam and Jay Heminway started planting their 200-acre estate in the eastern hills of Napa Valley in 1972. They now farm 31 acres in three sites, ranging in elevation from 1,000 to 1,700 feet. Their sensible and sensitive approach to farming and winemaking has made a slightly different version of this cuvee a favorite at Chez Panisse, where it has been the house red for more than a decade. Their 2009 is a violet and black cherry-scented beauty, held in a tannic structure that will reward ten years of bottle age. The freshness... Read More » 

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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "A flashy, opulent Cabernet. You could even call it sexy. It’s so soft and luxurious in blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors. Absolutely delicious by any standard, yet the dry structure maintains elegant balance. Drink soon for youthful drama. Hard to believe production was nearly 72,000 cases." (3/2012)91 points Wine Spectator: "Supple and creamy-textured, with mocha, ripe plum and cherry flavors that show touches of tobacco, espresso and underbrush. Full-bodied, gaining tannic traction on the finish, elegant and readily approachable. Drink now through 2018." (11/2011) K&L Notes: The 2009 C... Read More » 

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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "* Editors' Choice * Ripeness marks this Pinot. It floods the mouth with jammy raspberries and cherries, brightened with acidity. Seems a bit straightforward by virtue of sheer dazzle, but it is a superb example of the Santa Rita Hills, at a good price." (5/2012) 

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94 points Wine & Spirits: "*Listed in the 100 Best Buys of 2011* Nils Venge and Randy Kewell blend Keenan's estate-grown fruit (86 percent) with cabernet from Pope Valley, which adds to this wine's aromatic complexity. The Spring Mountain fruit is deep and dark in its plumminess, with an intense minerality that streaks through the entire wine, as if you can taste the elevation rising into the finish. It builds from savory blueberry and the French roast coffee scent of oak toward crushed rock in the tannin. Even with their explosive mineral power, those tannins manage to feel silke... Read More » 

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Made by Talbott, the Logan is a full-bodied, luscious California Chardonnay from the winery's Sleepy Hollow Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands. The 2010 is refreshing while still offering an abundance of fruity richness and the flavors of French oak. It leads with aromas and flavors of pear, melon, and candied citrus, is full and rich in the mouth, and finishes with lingering flavors of toasty vanilla. 

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Classic small, family-owned producer, the Ruston wines are true artisan renditions of great California Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2008 Ruston "Lost Acre" Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays the brilliant depth of fruit and power that Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignons deliver at a fraction of the price of their Napa Valley Brethren. If you're looking for a big Cab with a small price tag that over-delivers this is it. -Alex Pross K&L Wine Club Director 

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90 points Wine & Spirits: "*Best Buy* Pungent and superripe when first poured, this wine's dimpled black fruit character turns toward blueberries and mineral-inflected tannins with air. It's substantial and intense, needing hours in a decanter or several years in bottle for the tannins to eat the sweetness of the wine. For short ribs." (6/2012) K&L Notes: Primarily sourced from the Collins Holystone Vineyard in St. Helena, the vineyard experiences a warm climate and consistantly early ripening. Temperate weather during the 2008 harvest imparted complexity and even maturity in the vineyard's sm... Read More » 

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Brooks has been a very popular Pinot Noir for K&L since it's 2005 vintage. Over the years, the quality of this wine has been growing from strength to strength. I believe the 2010 is the best vintage they have produced. A perfect balance of fruit, structure and acidity. Red fruit, cinnamon, mushroom,sassafras,cedar all wrapped perfectly together in a light, refreshing package. Pretty close to perfection. (Mike Jordan, K&L Wine Merchants) 

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A real crowd-pleaser and popular wine, Orin Swift's Prisoner is a take-no-prisoner Zinfandel-based blend, aged in a combination of new and seasoned oak. The 2010 vintage comes fully-loaded with ripe red and black fruits and layers of sweet oak and spicebox, with just enough tannins to appeal to a broad range of folks, from jammy zin lovers to those who prefer more structured wines. It's big, flavorful, and satisfying. Pair it with something hearty and complex, like smoked chipotle and coffee braised short ribs. 44% Zinfandel, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% ... Read More » 

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90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Pale yellow. Fresh pear and herbs on the nose, with a floral nuance gaining strength with air. Vibrant, focused orchard fruit flavors are given a firm edge by notes of talc and lemon pith and gain spiciness with air. The floral note carries through to the clean, nervy, persistent finish. This delivers serious bang for the buck." (12/2011) K&L Notes: Handcrafted by Talley Vineyards, Bishop's Peak offers consistenly excellent values in Central Coast Chardonnay. 

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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "Lots to like in this Chardonnay. It's enormously rich in pineapple, mango and lemon meringue pie flavors, with vanilla and buttered toast from oak. Shows the smooth dryness and crisp acidity of Bien Nacido. A rich, savory wine to drink now." (5/2011)Wine Spectator: "Sleek, intense, pure and focused, with a mix of elegant citrus-infused green apple and honeysuckle flavors. Full-bodied and clean on the finish. Drink now through 2014. (Web-2010)"  

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94 points Connoisseurs Guide: "When Old Hill Zinfandels are right, they are very right, and this outstanding effort ranks with the best. From its deep, layered, decidedly complex aromas of stony soil, briar, cocoa and berries to its very rich and equally compelling flavors, the wine reaches well beyond simple fruit. It is solid and sturdy in structure with the bones of a big claret, and it will age famously. Taste it now if you must, but know that it is the rare Zinfandel that will grow for a decade or two." (5/2012)90 points Wine Spectator: "Concentrated and appealingly rustic, this Zin features smoky cracked p... Read More » 

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The 2010 Butternut is a wine that lives up to its name. It has round, creamy notes, hints of hazelnut and a finish that doesn't want to quit. Grapes from the regions of Carneros and Coombsville in Napa and Santa Lucia and Arroyo Seco in Monterey broaden the flavor profile of Butternut. The 2010 Butternut spent 14 months on 100 percent new French Oak. 

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Buehler has received some high praise from critics recently, including a "Top Value" designation from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate for their 2009 Russian River Chardonnay, where it was highlighted as a wine "readers should be buying...by the case" (08/11). Well, the 2010 "Reserve" is another winner. At only $17.99, the "Reserve" is a big step up in intensity for a few more dollars; it's a smaller quantity production and offers a richer, more complex profile. Exhibiting ripe tropical citrus and peach aromas and flavors, with honeysuckle and caramelized a... Read More » 

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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "*Editors' Choice* You could use this as a teaching tool for classic Sonoma County Zinfandel. It's full-bodied, dry and spicy, with briary flavors of wild berries, mocha, tobacco, leather and exotic spices. More importantly, it's absolutely delicious. The grapes come from Seghesio's best vineyards in the Alexander and Dry Creek valleys...An astonishing value."  

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From our good friends at Testarossa, this lovely pinot is soft and elegant. Tons of ripe strawberry fruit mixed with vanilla-spiced oak. Totally delicious and affordable. Floral notes on the nose, and rich in ripe cherries on the nose and in the mouth, it’s also bright and alive with nicely balanced acidity. Much fruitier than other Monterey County Pinots I’ve had, and without the earthy finish, but it’s certainly distinct, and possibly an earmark of this particular single-source vineyard. 

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The 2010 Poppy Pinot is here! Poppy hails from Monterey, one of the coolest micro climates in California where the long, slow growing season results in a fragrant and supple Pinot that really stands out amongst the competition in the under $12 category. A long-standing staff and customer favorite, the 2010 Poppy Pinot leads with juicy strawberry and raspberry aromas in the nose, followed by a soft and silky palate with hints of baking spice on the finish. Fruity and easy to drink, this Pinot is perfect for entertaining or for Tuesday night takeout; it's ... Read More » 

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While writing the book, author of Women of the Vine, Deborah Brenner, created the first-of-its-kind winery. Featuring hand-crafted, limited production wines, Women of the Vine Cellars unites award winning women winemakers from around the world under one brand. It is the first art gallery of artisan women winemakers designed to showcase their individual styles and nuances of their regions. This wine is delicious - deep black ruby in color with enticing aromas of rose petal, ripe plum, black cherry, and spice, this Syrah is big, lush, and round in the mou... Read More » 

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Made by Charlie Wagner II, Conundrum's red blend is an under-the-radar, very limited release. Like its white counterpart, this is a fruit-forward kitchen sink blend made to be enjoyed with food. The nose is full of ripe red fruit and floral aromas, followed by a soft and rich palate with hints of baking spice, plum, and clove. No hard edges on this wine - drink now. 

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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "(Editors' Choice) For a wine that is Januik's low cost red, this is exceptionally deep and detailed. Firm berry and plum and black currant fruits are set into polished tannins. There is a frame of dark chocolate and espresso around them, sailing into a clean, medium length finish." (11/2011)90 points Wine Spectator: "Dense and chewy, with layers of raspberry, cherry, mineral and spice flavors, finishing with pear peel tannins. Shows unexpected depth on the finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2016." (10/2011) 

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It is a rare thing to find a Cabernet at this price from Northern California with as much depth, complexity, and real Cabernet character as the Bench from Alexander Valley. Made by the Brack Mountain Winery, this small lot wine comes from the western bench of the Mayacamas Range, hence its name. It's full of rich and dark fruit flavors backed up by firm tannin and cedar and cigar box spices. It is a real Alexander Valley Cabernet for a great price! 

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2007 is a classic vintage for Napa Valley Cabernet. Wine Spectator rated the overall vintage 99 points! The only other vintage to ever receive a near perfect score was the legendary 1997 vintage. In addition to the Wine Spectator's assessment of '07, Robert Parker has rated the 2007 vintage higher than the legendary 1997 vintage for California. Now these are all reviews on the overall vintage and not specifically Silver Oak. This new '07 Napa bottling from Silver Oak is brand new and not reviewed. But as one of the icons of the Napa Valley, Silver Oak... Read More » 

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We can not tell you who made this beauty for us, but K&L co-owner Clyde Beffa can tell you he attended UCD in the 1960s with the owner of this property. The property owner also was responsible for making the first 100 point Parker California Cabernet. Enough said. This wine is super delicious with tons of red fruit flavors and a full rich texture. 

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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "*Best Buy* There's no oak at all on this savory young Sauvignon Blanc, which delivers its richness directly to the palate, undiluted. Those flavors are of green fruits: melons, apples, limes and the slightly sour, flowery tang of gooseberries. Fine acidity makes it all brisk and mouthwatering. An outstanding Sauvignon Blanc for today's ethnic fare, at a great price." (12/2011)Connoisseurs Guide: "*Good Value* Fairly rich and suggesting a somewhat bigger wine than most in this review, this one turns out to be medium-full in body and on the slightly round side at entry. Its ... Read More » 

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90 points Wine Spectator: "Firm in texture, with chocolate and leather overtones to the dark berry flavors, finishing with moderate grip as the flavors persist nicely. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec and Cabernet Franc." (12/2011)Connoisseurs Guide: "*Good Value* Nicely ripened, a wee bit briary in tone and filled out with a pleasant touch of sweet oak, this rounded, ready to drink wine reminds of mannerly Merlot as much as anything else. It is minimally tannic yet steers clear of softness, and its modest price makes is doubly easy to like."  

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97 points Wine Enthusiast: "So delicious now, you can hardly keep your hands off it. Blackberry tart, ripe blueberry, cassis, milk chocolate, licorice and sweet, smoky cedar flavors flood the mouth, dramatically huge and memorable, and lasting long into the finish. The tannins are obvious, but sweetly ripe and soft. A brilliant evocation of Napa Cabernet, despite a high production level of nearly 30,000 cases, which is about the same size as a Bordeaux first growth. Shows the class and potency this bottling has exhibited for many years, and believe it or not, the price is a is a re... Read More » 

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Wine of the Week, LA Times: "This is the first vintage for Jack Hammer Wine Co., and they've come out with a terrific Pinot Noir for the price. The grapes come from all three Central Coast counties - Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara - and the juice sees some aging in old French oak barriques. The result is a delightful Pinot Noir with bright fruit flavors, gentle spice and round, smooth tannins. It goes down very easy and marries with all sorts of dishes. Drink it with hors d'oeuvres and vegetable dishes, with grilled salmon or duck breast. It... Read More » 

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The 2010 "Kali Hart" Chardonnay is 100% estate grown fruit from Talbott's Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, located on a sand and gravel benchland in the cool Santa Lucia Highlands, thirteen miles south of Monterey. It was fermented in stainless steel with a portion racked to mostly used French oak, and aged for nine months on the lees prior to bottling. While the 2009 vintage was riper, 2010 is brighter and more tropical in nature, with aromas and flavors of pineapple and lemon-lime accented by creamy vanilla and baking spice. The palate is creamy and rich with n... Read More » 

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Wine Enthusiast: "Not especially rich, but dry and crisp and elegantly structured, a fine Pinot Noir for steaks and chops. There's a minty, herbal edge to the cherry and sandalwood flavors. Drink now." (3/2010)Wine Spectator: "Floral, jasmine and wilted rose join medium-bodied plum and black cherry in this delicate effort, ending with a nice spice and earthy touch. Drink now through 2014. (Web-2010)"  K&L Notes: By now we know that cool, foggy nights and warm, sun-filled days are necessary for ripening ever-fickle Pinot Noir, which is why there are few places in California more suited to the grape than ... Read More » 

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Merlot for everyday drinking, that's what this is. Priced to pop, without guilt, on a Tuesday night when there's nothing to eat but leftovers or takeout. This is a bright, toasty Merlot with raspberry pie aromas and flavors that turn darker, more cassis and chocolate-like, as the bottle is open. According to Wine Spectator: "Soft and juicy, with modest notes of red currant, tomato leaf and toasty oak. Drink now through 2017." (02/12) 

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