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January 20, 2012
The 2010 growing season was long and unseasonably cool, resulting in an unusually late harvest. Once the fruit finally ripened in mid-September, we were pleased to discover it was worth the wait. Slightly higher in acid content due to the long, gradual ripening, our 2010 whites have turned out delightfully crisp and well structured. 100% Chardonnay. -PEJU Winemaker Sara Fowler

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Peju Province Winery Chardonnay - 2010

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January 20, 2012
This Chardonnay expertly marries bright citrus fruit with toasty and floral notes. Hints of vanilla bean and honeysuckle dance gracefully on the tongue calling you back with each sip for more.

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Peju Province Winery Chardonnay - 2010

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January 19, 2011
Such a phenomenal Napa Cab. Cathy Corison really is "the best" when it comes to feminine Napa Cabs from the Valley floor. Her 2000 vintage is showing beautifully right now. No one better than Joyce & Bob to taste you through the line-up at the winery!

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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December 22, 2010
looking for some of this wine even a 1993 or 94 we went through a case in 1997 and would like more. thank you pecroach

Tags:fruity, decant, earthy, napa, eucalyptus
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Chateau Montelena Calistoga Cuvée Blend (Red) - 1991

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September 4, 2010
Let me start off by saying two things: 1. This is a damn good Merlot… no really; 2. I didn’t know Beringer could make such a great Merlot! When I think of Beringer, I think of terribly cheap and terribly bad Cab Sauv, or White Zin; but then I’ve been doing some digging and Beringer has earned some accolades from both consumer and expert on their high end Chards and Cab Sauvs. This Merlot is no exception. Big fruit, velvet tannins, bright acidity, and a long, lingering finish. Depending on where you buy this, it will set you back from $50 to $80, so shop intelligently. Highly recommended.

Tags:Napa, Beringer, Howell Mountain, Merlot
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Beringer Vineyards Merlot - 2003

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March 16, 2010
Nearly 10 years old, this wine is still full and smooth. It is also showing enough structure that leads me to believe it could have another decade in it. Ripe flavors of plum and blackberries mix with hints of cassis, licorice and cocoa powder.

Tags:plum, VGS, smooth, Napa, blackberries
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Chateau Potelle Cabernet Sauvignon - 2001

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September 17, 2009
Fruity and just excellent. Very pleased with both the 2005 and 2008 Hall Sauvignon Blancs

Tags:sauvignon blanc, napa, hall
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Hall Sauvignon Blanc - 2008

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September 16, 2009
Delicious bottle of wine. The best tasting sauvignon blanc I've had in Napa.

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Hall Sauvignon Blanc - 2005

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July 6, 2009
A smooth, delicate Napa Cab that is now approaching 10 years of age and drinking very nicely. Eucalyptus aromas dominate the nose and are accompanied by forest floor. On the palate, flavors of dark berries.

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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July 4, 2009
Uncorked a classic Napa red from the cellar to celebrate independence. Decanted two hours. Fruity with mellowed tannins, hints of earth and eucalyptus.

Tags:fruity, decant, earthy, napa, eucalyptus
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Chateau Montelena Calistoga Cuvée Blend (Red) - 1991

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March 12, 2009
Very drinkable for a new release napa cabernet. Chocolate and dark berries complement the rich tannins.

Tags:cabernet, tannins, chocolate, napa, berries
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Hollis Cabernet Sauvignon - 2006

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March 2, 2009
Drinking very nicely now, with sweet ripe fruits and mellow tannins. About as good as a Napa cab gets, for me.

Tags:napa, fruit, sweet, drink now, corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2002

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February 19, 2009
I was blown away by this blend when I tried it at Duckhorn. It was the last wine we tried, and it was incredible. Rich, flavorful and its definitely something I look forward to uncorking in the future :D

Tags:paraduxx, duckhorn, napa, blend
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Paraduxx Duckhorn Vineyards Blend (Red) - 2005

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February 19, 2009
I tried this wine at Chateau Montelena during a weekend tasting and it was one of the better wines they had. I wasn't entirely impressed with their wine, but this Cab Sauv definitely stood out. I believe the Merlot was also very good, but I wasn't in the mood to buy two of their wines that day :/

Tags:chateau montelena, cabernet sauvignon, napa
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Chateau Montelena Chateau Musar Cabernet Sauvignon - 2005

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December 29, 2008
Whats not to like? A classic Napa cab

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Clos du Val Stags Leap District Oak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon - 2002

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December 8, 2008
When I extracted the cork from the bottle of 2004 Cht. Potelle, the fruitful aroma and bouquet literally filled the room...and every sip filled my senses. Cht. Potelle is an elegant and memorable cabernet.

Tags:plum, VGS, smooth, Napa, blackberries
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Chateau Potelle Cabernet Sauvignon - 2001

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February 19, 2008
complex, big, jammy but not too fruity, smooth, great mouthfeel

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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May 17, 2007
I absolutely loved this bottle. It was round and smooth and jammy. I would definitely look for this again.

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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September 26, 2006
Wow! Wonderfully rich, deep wine. Need to track down some more.

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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September 18, 2006
round, smooth, hint of lavendar in bouquet, black cherry & berry, spicy but not overwhelming, very elegant

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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November 16, 2005
complex, big, jammy but not too fruity, smooth, great mouthfeel

Tags:Smooth, Napa, Eucalyptus, Cabernet, Corison
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon - 2000

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