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"Luke Merlot reveals the hallmark of great Washington Merlot – dark red fruits... "Luke Merlot reveals the hallmark of great Washington Merlot – dark red fruits, rounded tannins and an opulent, smooth finish. Born on the Wahluke Slope, Luke Merlot's fresh flavors of plum, cherry, and blackberry dominate the mid palate while... more

"The 2018 Château Canon is vibrant from the first nose thanks to its brilliant... "The 2018 Château Canon is vibrant from the first nose thanks to its brilliant fruit. An aromatic explosion that mingles aromas of cherries with delicious notes of marzipan. Minty notes of cedar and rose provide a burst of freshness. Carried by this... more

"Blend: 52% Cabernet Franc, 43% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich and explosi... "Blend: 52% Cabernet Franc, 43% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich and explosive in feel, the 2021 Cheval Blanc is outrageously beautiful. For the first time since 2011, the Grand Vin is more than 50% Cabernet Franc. Black cherry, plum, chocolate,... more

"The 2020 offers real tannic structure, energy, tension, and tactile sensation... "The 2020 offers real tannic structure, energy, tension, and tactile sensation of freshness. Blend: 40% Cabernet Franc, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot The best 2020s seem to be confident without showing off or shouting too loudly and this Carmes... more

"Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc The 2021 Dalem offers ample black fruit... "Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc The 2021 Dalem offers ample black fruit on the nose with hints of lavender and rose petals, showing a pastille-like purity that is quite seductive. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very silky in... more

"Bright purple in color and particularly intense. The aromas and typical chara... "Bright purple in color and particularly intense. The aromas and typical character of this vintage have been conserved from picking through to running off. The nose is bursting with flowers and black fruit to start, becoming more complex and broader... more

"A deep magenta color leads to an enveloping aroma of cedar, shaved graphite, ... "A deep magenta color leads to an enveloping aroma of cedar, shaved graphite, black plum, and dried thyme. The flavor and structure is all Napa Valley! The wine is medium-full bodied with a beautiful rich, supple texture and flavors of dark fruit,... more

"Bright, with a deep ruby core lightening to a ruby garnet at the rim, with li... "Bright, with a deep ruby core lightening to a ruby garnet at the rim, with light staining on slow-forming, persistent tears. Highly aromatic with black cherry, pomegranate, and red plum fruit along with notes of vanilla, new leather, pencil... more

"Elevate your dining experience with a curated selection of exceptional red wi... "Elevate your dining experience with a curated selection of exceptional red wines, thoughtfully chosen to complement your favorite red meat dishes. This trio of highly-rated wines includes a refined Bordeaux, an exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon and... more

"Chateau Margaux 2018 is remarkably concentrated. A small grape size and relat... "Chateau Margaux 2018 is remarkably concentrated. A small grape size and relatively low yields largely explain the exceptionally high tannin indices. The wine's power is not, however, overwhelming and helps to considerably lengthen the aromas and... more

"Blend: 68% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc The brilliant 2020 Canon looks set to s... "Blend: 68% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc The brilliant 2020 Canon looks set to surpass both the 2019 and 2016 as this estate's finest wine since the post-war period, though like many of the best 2020s, it will require more patience than its 2019... more

"Canon 2017 takes us on a sensory journey of crisp fruit and aromas of garrigu... "Canon 2017 takes us on a sensory journey of crisp fruit and aromas of garrigue scrubland. It starts with an explosion of fruit, blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries, that then gives way to a spring-like freshness. The nose reveals notes of broom... more

"Dark garnet core, ruby rim. Maraschino cherry, red licorice, effervescent cit... "Dark garnet core, ruby rim. Maraschino cherry, red licorice, effervescent citrus, rose garden, chamomile blossom, Italian leather, and creme de cassis followed by cardamom, clove, cinnamon, churned cream, fresh vanilla, and a touch of graphite.... more

"Blend: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdo... "Blend: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Carmenere Always more muscular and powerful than Armailhac, there's no surprise that this has closed down more than its sibling. The complexity of the layers are... more

"Bright with a deep purple core and a purple-ruby rim with moderate, deeply st... "Bright with a deep purple core and a purple-ruby rim with moderate, deeply stained tears on the glass. Black cherry, black currant and plum with leather, cigar box, and dried sage, vanillabean, dried violet, oak and a bit of camphor. Full-bodied... more

"As mysterious and intriguing as a lone adventurer returning from a solitary s... "As mysterious and intriguing as a lone adventurer returning from a solitary sail, Cos d'Estournel is slow to reveal itself. Little by little, it evokes stories of distant places, market stalls brimming with unfamiliar fruits, spices and wares,... more

"The aromas are typical of a warm vintage. Black fruit mingles with notes of g... "The aromas are typical of a warm vintage. Black fruit mingles with notes of garrigue and pepper. The minty freshness holds the aromatic ensemble well. The attack is opulent. The power and density of the wine are remarkable, and the mouth lingers... more

"Blend: 49.4% Merlot, 38.7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11.9% Cabernet Franc The 20... "Blend: 49.4% Merlot, 38.7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11.9% Cabernet Franc The 2018 Haut-Brion is composed of 49.4% Merlot, 38.7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11.9% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, the wine needs a lot of swirling before it... more

"A complex and spicy nose of great finesse. The blend’s expression is both pur... "A complex and spicy nose of great finesse. The blend’s expression is both pure and vibrant, showcasing a maturity that blossoms in freshness. Notes of humus and forest envelop the fruitiness. On the palate, immediate and silky fullness.... more

"Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc This has a creamy texture with round ta... "Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc This has a creamy texture with round tannins, very attractive ripe fruit and a juicy finish of blackberry and chocolate. Medium to full body. More balanced than 2022?Barrel Sample: 94-95 Spicy red and black... more