Wine Spectator Insider - Vol. 5, No. 19 - May 13, 2009
2006 Duchamp Syrah Cuvee Trouvee Dry Creek Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
$40.00
$33.99
93 Points
Wine Spectator:
Intense and powerful, with a rich mix of firm wild berry, black cherry, pepper and spice, gaining depth and strength and pickin... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Intense and powerful, with a rich mix of firm wild berry, black cherry, pepper and spice, gaining depth and strength and pickin... Read More
2006 Glaetzer Shiraz the Bishop (750ml - Full Bottle)
$35.00
$26.99
92-94 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2006 Bishop was sourced from 60-year-old vines and aged for 14 months in used French and American oa... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2006 Bishop was sourced from 60-year-old vines and aged for 14 months in used French and American oa... Read More
92 Points
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Deep ruby. Black raspberry, cherry and fresh flowers on the nose, with an undercurrent of exotic spices. Palate-coating red and... Read More
Stephen Tanzer's IWC:
Deep ruby. Black raspberry, cherry and fresh flowers on the nose, with an undercurrent of exotic spices. Palate-coating red and... Read More
91 Points
Wine Spectator:
Firm in texture and deep and distinctive in flavor, offering coffee-tinged cherry and spice flavors that linger against slightl... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Firm in texture and deep and distinctive in flavor, offering coffee-tinged cherry and spice flavors that linger against slightl... Read More
2005 Lewis Cellars Syrah/Cabernet Alec's Blend (750ml - Full Bottle)
$70.00
$46.99
92 Points
Wine Spectator:
Smooth, rich and polished, with a complex mix of savory dried berry, currant, anise, sage and toasty mocha-laced oak that lends... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Smooth, rich and polished, with a complex mix of savory dried berry, currant, anise, sage and toasty mocha-laced oak that lends... Read More
Winemaker Notes:
70% Syrah and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon the wine is opulent, ripe and seductive with cedar-laced oak spice aromas, coffee shadings... Read More
2005 Ojai Vineyard Syrah Roll Ranch (750ml - Full Bottle)
$60.00
$39.88
96 Points
Connoisseurs' Guide:
A perennial CGCW favorite when it comes to top-flight Syrah, Ojai Vineyard grabs the gold ring once again in 2005. The latest R... Read More
Connoisseurs' Guide:
A perennial CGCW favorite when it comes to top-flight Syrah, Ojai Vineyard grabs the gold ring once again in 2005. The latest R... Read More
2003 Copain Syrah Hawks Butte (750ml - Full Bottle)
$100.00
$59.88
95 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The awesome 2003 Syrah Hawk’s Butte, is, like the Eaglepoint Ranch cuvee, performing even better out of bottle than it did from... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The awesome 2003 Syrah Hawk’s Butte, is, like the Eaglepoint Ranch cuvee, performing even better out of bottle than it did from... Read More
2007 Mauritson Zinfandel Dry Creek Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
$30.00
$24.99
92 Points
Wine Spectator:
Rich and beautifully focused, with huckleberry and smoky licorice aromas and ripe, layered and balanced wild berry, sage and wh... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Rich and beautifully focused, with huckleberry and smoky licorice aromas and ripe, layered and balanced wild berry, sage and wh... Read More
2005 Samsara Syrah Melville Vineyard (750ml - Full Bottle)
$50.00
$44.99
94 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Absolutely spectacular, the 2005 Syrah Melville Vineyard shows classic black olive, blackberry, bacon fat, and earthiness with ... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Absolutely spectacular, the 2005 Syrah Melville Vineyard shows classic black olive, blackberry, bacon fat, and earthiness with ... Read More
2005 Snowden Cabernet Reserve (750ml - Full Bottle)
$70.00
$62.99
94 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The real stunner is the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve. Dense ruby/purple to the rim with a smoky, roasted herb, creme de cass... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The real stunner is the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve. Dense ruby/purple to the rim with a smoky, roasted herb, creme de cass... Read More
1997 Frescobaldi Merlot Castelgiocondo Lamaione (750ml - Full Bottle)
$125.00
$78.88
96 Points
Wine Spectator:
Dark ruby color, with hints of brick red on the rim. Beautiful aromas of blackberry, violet and fresh porcini. Full-bodied, wit... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Dark ruby color, with hints of brick red on the rim. Beautiful aromas of blackberry, violet and fresh porcini. Full-bodied, wit... Read More
96 Points
Wine Spectator:
Unbelievable. A monster Merlot. Dark, with stunning aromas of exotic spice, ripe berry and vanilla. Full-bodied and very concen... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Unbelievable. A monster Merlot. Dark, with stunning aromas of exotic spice, ripe berry and vanilla. Full-bodied and very concen... Read More
#78 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2007
2004 Alain Voge Cornas Vieilles Vignes (750ml - Full Bottle)
$75.00
$44.98
93 Points
Wine Spectator:
Really zesty, with lots of red currant and bramble notes bouncing ahead of dark olive and sage flavors. The structure is briary... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Really zesty, with lots of red currant and bramble notes bouncing ahead of dark olive and sage flavors. The structure is briary... Read More
2009 Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Cellar Selection (750ml - Full Bottle)
$22.00
$17.99
93 Points
Wine Spectator:
Refreshing and vibrant, offering tangerine and lime-tinged nectarine and green apple flavors that keep sailing through the long... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Refreshing and vibrant, offering tangerine and lime-tinged nectarine and green apple flavors that keep sailing through the long... Read More
#12 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2000
1997 Antinori Guado Al Tasso Tenuta Belvedere (750ml - Full Bottle)
$225.00
$134.99
96 Points
Wine Spectator:
Dark ruby red. Intense aromas of currant, flowers and leather. Opulent. Full-bodied, with supervelvety tannins and powerful fru... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Dark ruby red. Intense aromas of currant, flowers and leather. Opulent. Full-bodied, with supervelvety tannins and powerful fru... Read More
95 Points
Wine Spectator:
We tasted the 1997 Guado at the end of the meal, and I was so happy with its wonderful balsamic, berry and earth character. It ... Read More
Wine Spectator:
We tasted the 1997 Guado at the end of the meal, and I was so happy with its wonderful balsamic, berry and earth character. It ... Read More
#25 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2008
2005 Andrew Will Cabernet Blend Champoux Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills (750ml - Full Bottle)
$75.00
$54.99
94 Points
Wine Spectator:
Seamless and harmonious, with beautifully articulated, ripe black cherry, cassis and violet-tinged floral notes that mingle wit... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Seamless and harmonious, with beautifully articulated, ripe black cherry, cassis and violet-tinged floral notes that mingle wit... Read More
2008 Melville Winery Pinot Noir Estate (750ml - Full Bottle)
$32.00
$28.99
Winemaker Notes:
Parker rated the 2007, 94 points and had this to say... "2007 Melville ... Even better is the explosive 2007 Pinot Noir Estate,... Read More
#62 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2007
2005 Louis Jadot Moulin-A-Vent Chateau des Jacques (750ml - Full Bottle)
$35.00
$24.99
91 Points
Wine Spectator:
Dark and smoky, with toast and vanilla notes leading the way for velvety-textured blackberry fruit followed by notes of cocoa, ... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Dark and smoky, with toast and vanilla notes leading the way for velvety-textured blackberry fruit followed by notes of cocoa, ... Read More
2006 Plumpjack Syrah Napa Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
$55.00
$44.99
92-95 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Made with 30% whole clusters, the 2006 Syrah came across like a Cote Rotie with its notes of tapenade, spring flowers, cassis, ... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Made with 30% whole clusters, the 2006 Syrah came across like a Cote Rotie with its notes of tapenade, spring flowers, cassis, ... Read More
2006 Vinifera Cabernet Napa Valley (750ml - Full Bottle)
$40.00
$32.99
95 Points
Wine Enthusiast:
Here's a young, vital, impressive 100% Cabernet. It's dry, full-bodied and rich in classic flavors of blackberries, black curra... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
Here's a young, vital, impressive 100% Cabernet. It's dry, full-bodied and rich in classic flavors of blackberries, black curra... Read More
#76 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2009
2007 Clos La Coutale Cahors (750ml - Full Bottle)
$17.00
$15.00
90 Points
Wine Spectator:
There's a sense of elegance to the well-defined, concentrated flavors of dark cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by notes of... Read More
Wine Spectator:
There's a sense of elegance to the well-defined, concentrated flavors of dark cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by notes of... Read More
2008 Mollydooker Cabernet the Maitre D' (750ml - Full Bottle)
$30.00
$20.98
90 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon The Maitre D’ was raised in 50% new French and American oak for 11 months. O... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon The Maitre D’ was raised in 50% new French and American oak for 11 months. O... Read More
#57 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2007
2006 Thorn-Clarke Shiraz Shotfire Ridge (750ml - Full Bottle)
$22.00
$16.99
91 Points
Wine Spectator:
Aims for refinement and achieves a supple balance of ripe plum and currant fruit against a range of sweet spices and fine tanni... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Aims for refinement and achieves a supple balance of ripe plum and currant fruit against a range of sweet spices and fine tanni... Read More
#30 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2007
2005 Vina Montes Syrah Montes Alpha Apalta Vineyard (750ml - Full Bottle)
$30.00
$24.99
92 Points
Wine Spectator:
This is ripe and concentrated yet polished and refined, with layers of dark cherry, blackberry and briar caressed by suave toas... Read More
Wine Spectator:
This is ripe and concentrated yet polished and refined, with layers of dark cherry, blackberry and briar caressed by suave toas... Read More
Wine Spectator's Advance - August 31st issue
1997 Brancaia Toscana (750ml - Full Bottle)
$95.00
$44.99
Winemaker Notes:
Awarded "Tri Bicchieri" by Gambero Rosso, this Sangiovesi/Cabernet blend. Read More
Winemaker Notes:
Podere La Brancaia has been owned by the Swiss couple Brigitte and Bruno Widmer since 1981. It is located in the heart of the C... Read More
Winemaker Notes:
Here's a bit of a well-kept secret: a blue-blooded, super-premium Super Tuscan at a down to earth price.... with the Sassacaia... Read More
#1 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2002
1999 Guigal Chateauneuf du Pape (750ml - Full Bottle)
$125.00
$79.99
93 Points
Wine Spectator:
Distinctive Châteauneuf, with plenty of wild mushrooms, wet earth, game and leather. This is not a fruit bomb; it has chewy tan... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Distinctive Châteauneuf, with plenty of wild mushrooms, wet earth, game and leather. This is not a fruit bomb; it has chewy tan... Read More
2008 Vogelzang Sauvignon Blanc (750ml - Full Bottle)
$34.00
$27.99
94 Points
Wine Spectator:
Effusively fragrant, with honeysuckle, lanolin and tobacco notes to the ripe tangerine, piecrust, guava and yellow apple flavor... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Effusively fragrant, with honeysuckle, lanolin and tobacco notes to the ripe tangerine, piecrust, guava and yellow apple flavor... Read More
#86 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2009
2007 Mas Du Soleilla Coteaux Du Languedoc Les Bartelles (750ml - Full Bottle)
$36.00
$30.99
92 Points
Wine Spectator:
A big, rich and ripe red, with a meaty aroma that leads to intense mocha and dark chocolate notes. Hints of cream, dark cherry ... Read More
Wine Spectator:
A big, rich and ripe red, with a meaty aroma that leads to intense mocha and dark chocolate notes. Hints of cream, dark cherry ... Read More
#3 - WINE SPECTATOR TOP 100 - 2001
1998 Viader Cabernet Blend (750ml - Full Bottle)
$150.00
$89.99
95 Points
Wine Spectator:
Extraordinarily rich, deep, complex and concentrated, yet remarkably elegant and graceful, this deft red blend reveals layers o... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Extraordinarily rich, deep, complex and concentrated, yet remarkably elegant and graceful, this deft red blend reveals layers o... Read More
2006 Shirvington Shiraz (750ml - Full Bottle)
$82.99
$29.99
95 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2006 Shiraz was barrel-fermented and aged for 14 months in 85% new oak, with the barrels 90% America... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
Reviewer, Jay Miller - The 2006 Shiraz was barrel-fermented and aged for 14 months in 85% new oak, with the barrels 90% America... Read More
2005 Lancaster Estate Cabernet (750ml - Full Bottle)
$85.00
$52.99
95 Points
Wine Enthusiast:
A massive wine that absolutely demands time in the cellar, Lancasters 05 is nearly all Cabernet, with tiny amounts of the other... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
A massive wine that absolutely demands time in the cellar, Lancasters 05 is nearly all Cabernet, with tiny amounts of the other... Read More
2004 Shafer Syrah Relentless (750ml - Full Bottle)
$95.00
$63.99
92 Points
Wine Enthusiast:
A blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah, Shafers Relentless is a testament to the winerys commitment to these varieties despite their... Read More
Wine Enthusiast:
A blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah, Shafers Relentless is a testament to the winerys commitment to these varieties despite their... Read More
92 Points
Connoisseurs' Guide:
Once again, Shafer's Relentless moves right to the head of the powerhouse class and has few peers when its comes to extravagant... Read More
Connoisseurs' Guide:
Once again, Shafer's Relentless moves right to the head of the powerhouse class and has few peers when its comes to extravagant... Read More
91 Points
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The 2004 Relentless is one of the more elegant styles they have produced. The wine exhibits a deep ruby/purple color to the rim... Read More
Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate:
The 2004 Relentless is one of the more elegant styles they have produced. The wine exhibits a deep ruby/purple color to the rim... Read More
2005 Andrew Will Cabernet Blend Sorella Red (750ml - Full Bottle)
$77.99
$54.99
95 Points
Wine Spectator:
Impressive for its purity of flavors and generosity. This gorgeous red fills the mouth with rich black cherry, blackberry and h... Read More
Wine Spectator:
Impressive for its purity of flavors and generosity. This gorgeous red fills the mouth with rich black cherry, blackberry and h... Read More
