Monday, August 18, 2025
Hoopes 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Napa Valley ($125)
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Supple and rich, this Aaron Pott-made Napa Cab has velvety cassis, red currant, graphite and vanilla notes. It's a very impressive, ...
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Paula Kornell Brut Sparkling Wine California ($22)
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I have to say that I kind of marvel at the price of some California sparkling wine. So much of it is incredibly well-made, quite afforda...
Hoopes 2018 Dante's Block Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville, Napa Valley ($175)
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This vineyard block is named for the family dog, Dante. The wine is dark and concentrated in the glass, with rich cassis, sage, chocolat...
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Smith-Madrone 2021 Chardonnay Spring Mountain District Napa Valley ($ )
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Pure class. The nose is minerally, almost Chablis-like, but a bit sunnier and richer. Aromas of wet stone, apricot and green apple give ...
Sunday, August 3, 2025
Textbook 2023 Chardonnay Sonoma County ($23)
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This gorgeous Chardonnay from Jonathan and Susan Pey (formerly known for their cool-climate Marin County wines) is a steal. It's bur...
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Kosta Browne 2022 Chablis Premier Cru Burgundy ($115 / $70 Wine Club Members)
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I've been fortunate enough to try a handful of Kosta Browne's red offerings from Burgundy, which they have been making for several...
Monday, July 28, 2025
MacRostie 2022 Nightwing Vineyard Calera Clone Pinot Noir Petaluma Gap California ($68)
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This is a bewitching, nervy wine with tart cherry, pomegranate, blueberry, raspberry, coriander spice and paprika notes that persist through...
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