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Aromatic herb, red-berry and forest floor aromas lift out of the glass. The firmly structured palate delivers raspberry jam, star anise and sage alongside tightly wound but refined tannins. Drink 2022C2027.

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Soft, round and richly constructed, this wine shines in integrated tannin and oak complemented by a wealth of jubilant blackberry, black cherry and mocha.

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This wine, made from organic grapes by Brittany Rice-Claypool, whose family founded Sunstone Winery, starts with a nearly savory kick of aged goat cheese, saffron, nuts and dried orange peels. The palate is crisp with sunny flavors of lemon and pear, bolstered by well-integrated acidan uncommon but intriguing Viognier.

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Pretty in peach skin, jasmine and vanilla bean, this robust white is rich and layered, with supportive acidity that makes it seem fresh and lively.

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Aromas of violet, woodland berry and black tea take shape in the glass. The savory palate offers dried black cherry, tobacco and white pepper alongside fine-grained tannins. Drink 2021C2030.

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Aromas of black-skinned fruit, blue flower, cooking spice and a whiff of forest floor fill the glass. It's full bodied and juicy, doling out succulent Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and clove set against tangy acidity and elegant tannins. Drink through 2021.

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This opens with earthy aromas of forest floor, new leather and woodland berry. The juicy palate offers red cherry, tobacco and star anise alongside fine-grained tannins and firm acidity. Drink 2022C2028.

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Black plum, fudge, loamy soil and a hint of purple flowers show on the nose of this bottling by the Riboli family. The palate is rich while slightly tangy, offering flavors of black-plum pudding, plum skin, shaved chocolate and a hint of sagebrush.

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This Cabernet is the sum of its parts. The spicy nose shows mature berry aromas. A healthy palate is a touch bumpy but under control. Jammy berry, spice and caramel flavors are appealing, while chocolate reigns on the finish. Drink this plush, balanced red through 2021.

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Soft and juicy, this opens with aromas of mature black plum, wild berry, fragrant blue flower and a whiff of chopped mint. On the full-bodied enveloping palate you'll find mouthfuls of fleshy morello cherry, black raspberry and blackberry alongside clove and star anise. Smooth tannins lend elegance. Drink through 2021.

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Black-raspberry framboise, smoke, licorice and snapped sagebrush sticks show on the nose of this bottling. The palate is dominated by lovely floral flavors and framed by a chalky structure, offering boysenberry-candy and wild mint elements.

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This is full of buttery flavors, and is ripe and creamy. The fruit is soft, aromatic, and deliciously rich. With yellow fruits as well as crisper apple, this limited edition wine is intense and now ready to drink.

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This wine comes from a small parcel of vines in this 75-acre estate. A touch of caramel fills out the rich palate and gives weight to the citrus and apple flavors and tight minerality. A young wine, it needs to age. Drink from 2020.

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A tight and structured wine, this is still young, but the great fruit and mineral texture indicate fine potential. It has green fruits, crisp acidity and a nervy character that will soften. Drink this wine from 2019.

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While oak is prominent in this wine, it is redeemed by the quality of the ripe, opulent black-plum flavor and balanced acidity. The oak should mellow in time, making this a more complete offering. Wait until 2024.

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This wine from vines below the village of Pommard is rich in tannins and in black fruits. At this stage, both are young, but they have a good future. Already the structure is integrating with the acidity and juicy fruitiness. Drink from 2023.

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This intensely perfumed wine has been aged in 17th-century cellars in the center of Mercurey. Its red fruits are supported by some firm tannins and rich acidity, giving a dense, juicy wine with some aging potential. Drink this rich wine from 2020.

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Ripe black-currant fruits and rich tannins give this wine a warm generous character. It has a touch of spice from wood aging along with plenty of black-fruit flavors and a bite of pepper at the end. Drink this mature wine now.

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A blend of Vidal Blanc and Traminette, this dessert wine has luxurious aromas of orange blossom, marmalade and hay. These are echoed on the palate which is rich and concentrated in feel. Although sweet and toothsome, this never feels cloying. The finish is long and luscious.

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The aromas are subdued, with notes of wood-spice, herb, dark chocolate, tar and black and blue fruit. Pillowy soft fruit flavors follow, with the tannins giving a light squeeze. A warm finish follows.