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"Epic, elegant and profoundly complex, this stunning wine draws you in with ar... "Epic, elegant and profoundly complex, this stunning wine draws you in with aromas of fresh cranberry, huckleberry, crushed rose petals, raspberry and graham crackers. On the palate, mesmerizing layers of black fig and cocoa powder mingle with the... 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

"After a few glass swirls, majestic aromas of dark olive and wet earth, with h... "After a few glass swirls, majestic aromas of dark olive and wet earth, with hints of blackberry, are released. Imparted from oak aging, this Cabernet Sauvignon also offers notes of vanilla and brown spice on the finish. This wine reveals multiple... 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

"Dark fruit aromas of black plum, blackberry and black cherry greet the nose w... "Dark fruit aromas of black plum, blackberry and black cherry greet the nose with nuances of rose petal. The medium to full-bodied palate has a silky texture with a lovely depth and fresh fruit flavors layered with notes of chocolate, espresso, and... more

"Crafted from Duckhorn's finest blocks and barrels of Estate fruit, the 2020 v... "Crafted from Duckhorn's finest blocks and barrels of Estate fruit, the 2020 vintage of The Discussion is rich, graceful, and profoundly complex. As it evolves in the glass, luxurious aromas of pomegranate, black mission fig, red currant, and rose... more

"Delicate lily and cotton candy aromatics, fresh black Tartarian cherries, bri... "Delicate lily and cotton candy aromatics, fresh black Tartarian cherries, briar-fruit cobbler, satsuma plum preserves, chocolate covered blueberries, dandelion root tea, muddled spearmint, the palate is soft, sateen, yet energetic, lively, and full... more

"The 2021 vintage started with just a little rain in winter and spring, follow... "The 2021 vintage started with just a little rain in winter and spring, followed by a moderate summer and cooler fall. The absence of heat spikes and moisture as the clusters finished ripening meant we could pick exactly when we felt the fruit was... more

"Historically, the Firebelle Estate Red Blend has been a marriage of Merlot an... "Historically, the Firebelle Estate Red Blend has been a marriage of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This vintage, Larkmead is excited to include Cabernet Franc, which brings the varietal's signature vibrant ruby color, bramble berry notes, and... more

"This vintage is characterized for an amazing bright ruby color; deep aromas o... "This vintage is characterized for an amazing bright ruby color; deep aromas of black currant and blueberries intertwined with delicate notes of vanilla and dark chocolate. The mouth shows a delicate and complex symphony of soft and round tannins,... more

"Aromatically the wine has notes of star anise, dried rose petals, along with ... "Aromatically the wine has notes of star anise, dried rose petals, along with jammy blackberries and cherries and pencil lead. On the palate the wine borders full-bodied, with a cocoa driven flavor, well-integrated tannins, and a long finish. Blend:... more

"The wine is intense yet elegant as a beautiful bouquet of violet, iron, roast... "The wine is intense yet elegant as a beautiful bouquet of violet, iron, roasted meat, and rose petal greet the nose. It is balanced yet powerful on the palate with flavors of currant and soil-influenced minerality. More intense than the 2018, the... more

"The deep, ruby-red 2022 'Les Pavots' features an expressive bouquet of black ... "The deep, ruby-red 2022 'Les Pavots' features an expressive bouquet of black currant, ripe dark cherry, blackberry, and blueberry compote with hints of black olive, dark chocolate, garrigue, dried rose petals and violets. The refined, silky entry... more

"The 2018 Continuum shows energy and verve. The wine expresses purity and prec... "The 2018 Continuum shows energy and verve. The wine expresses purity and precision, with high tone aromatics of red and blue fruit, deep plum and rose oil. This vintage shows an approachable nerve of the land in the refined mineral quality on the... more

"The deep ruby 2022 ‘Au Paradis’ exhibits an attractive array of black currant... "The deep ruby 2022 ‘Au Paradis’ exhibits an attractive array of black currant, violets, blackberries and dried red rose petals with black tea and garrigue accents. The silky entry and dense, rich mid-palate are supported by plush, velvety tannins... more

"Opus One 2022 exudes charm and sophistication from the glass. Primary aromas ... "Opus One 2022 exudes charm and sophistication from the glass. Primary aromas of blueberry, cassis, and dried rose petals with underlying notes of olive, cigar box, and graphite create a rich and inviting bouquet. On the palate, bright red-fruit... more

"Overture 2022 captivates you from the start. Its aromatic profile weaves a co... "Overture 2022 captivates you from the start. Its aromatic profile weaves a complex tapestry of bright cherry, fresh forest berries, and cut rose stems interwoven with delicate scents of violets, toasted almond, and anise. Blackberry, blueberry, and... more