TABLE OF CONTENTS

360s 3 WINES OF DISTINCTION BY THE GLASS 4 WINES BY THE GLASS Champagne and Sparkling 5 White 5,6 Red 7 SPECIALTY COCKTAILS 8 AFTER DINNER COCKTAILS 9 WINES BY THE BOTTLE Champagne and Sparkling 10, 11 WHITE Riesling 12, 13 Gruner Veltliner 14 Gewurztraminer 14 Sauvignon Blanc 15 Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris 16 Rhone and Rhone Style 17, 18 Chardonnay Domestic 19-21 International 22-25 Other Whites 26 ROSE 27

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RED Pinot Noir Domestic 28-34 International 35-37 Merlot 38 Shiraz 39 Syrah 40, 41 Zinfandel 42 Malbec 43 Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Based Blends 44-51 Other Red Blends 52, 53 Other Varietal Reds 53 Spanish Reds 54 Italian Reds Amarone 55 Barbaresco 55 Barolo 56 Brunello di Montalcino 57 Chianti/Chianti Classico 57 Super Tuscans 58, 59 Other Italian 60 French Reds Bordeaux 61-63 Rhone Valley 64-69 Other French 70 HALF BOTTLES White 71 Red 72, 73 MAGNUMS 74 DESSERT WINES 75 BEER 76 PREMIUM SPIRITS 77,78

360's 360 Bistro is proud to offer a selection of five wine flights. The wines are poured in 3 oz. portions and displayed on our special 360 board. Alternative Whites 19 Conundrum, California Domaine Pichot Vouvray, France Fess Parker Viognier, California Chardonnay Landmark Overlook, Sonoma Morgan "Highlands", Santa Lucia Highlands Domaine Perraud Macon-Villages Vieilles Vignes, Burgundy Alternative Reds Colome Malbec, Argentina Gabrielle "Vertex", North Coast, California Schild Estate Shiraz, Australia Pinot Noir Ken Wright Willamette, Oregon Martinelli "Bella Vigna", Russian River Valley, CA Meiomi by Belle Glos, California Bold Reds Uppercut Cabernet, Napa Valley La Ferme du Mont Cotes du Rhone, France Castello d'Albola Chianti Classico, Italy The Premier 360 A sampling of our finest wines available currently by the glass // 1.5-2oz pour. Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California 2007 Chateau Reignac, Bordeaux, France 2005 Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, France 2008 Rum 360 Atlantico, Dominican Republic El Dorado 12 yr, Guyana Pampero Aniversario, Venezuela The Kraken, Caribbean Bourbon 360 Basil Hayden Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Four Roses Limited Edition 2010 Rye 360 Corsair Wry Moon, Kentucky (ri), Kentucky Willet Rye, Kentucky Copper Fox, Virginia 19

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WINES OF DISTINCTION BY THE GLASS These wines change frequently, and offer a chance to taste wines not normally served by the glass in Nashville. ***Please note: These wines are not available for 1/2 bottle nights*** They are offered in 3oz. tastings pours, or the more traditional 6oz. glass. If there is a wine on the list offered by the bottle only, and you would like to buy a glass for 25% of the bottle cost, please ask! We will do our best to accommodate your request,, however, please understand it may not always be possible.

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Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc // Russian River Valley, California 2010 11 22 The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights. In the mouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear on the lingering finish. Pahlmeyer Chardonnay // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 16 32 Tight and concentrated, with a dense, rich, chewy beam of dried currant, mineral, graphite, black cherry and blackberry fruit that's intense and full-blown, both flexing its muscle while displaying deft balance. Ends with a compact, layered finish. 93 WS.

RED Chateau Reignac, Bordeaux Superieur // France 2005 9 18 Notes of graphite, black currant, some sweet cherries, and spice box. It is a medium to full-bodied wine with beautiful concentration, decent acidity, and ripe tannin. Despite its humble appellation, this is a very serious wine that is qualitatively up there with some of the better classified growths of the Medoc.75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. 90 WA. Chateau Montelena // Napa Valley, California 2007 11 Abundant aromas of earthy, berry fruit intermixed with black currants, tobacco leaf and spice. 22

Domaine du Pegau Cuvee Reservee Chateauneuf-du-Pape // 17 34 Southern Rhone, France 2008 Exhibits lots of earth, lavender and foresty/mossy notes intermixed with kirsch, peppery black currants and Christmas fruitcake spices. 91 WA.

BY THE GLASS CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING Glass Prosecco, La Marca, Extra Dry // Italy NV 9 Baked apple, sour lemon and grapefruit, with a lightly creamy mineral texture. 90 WS. Bottle 36

Brut Rose, Gruet // New Mexico NV (.375ml) 9 18 Delicate and lively, with floral cherry and vanilla aromas and nicely layered, crisp citrus, cinnamon and cream flavors. 88 WS. Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Brut // France NV 20 80 A nice crisp, rich Champagne that remains smooth and elegant, with a lingering aftertaste of honey and pastry. 90 WS.

BY THE GLASS WHITE Glass Bottle

Riesling, Saint Urbans Hof // Mosel, Germany 2009 9 36 A rich and complex lightly sweet Riesling with notes of grapefruit, apple, vanilla, and baking spices. Riesling, Pierre Sparr Grand Cru Mambourg "Vin d' Exception" // 11 44 Alsace, France 2002 Fine balance here between the rich peach, apple and mineral flavors and vibrant structure. This is muscular and intense. 91 WS. Alsatian Blend, Hugel "Gentil" // Alsace, France 2009 12 48 Allies the suave, spicy flavour of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of Sylvaner. Dry on the palate, fresh and well balanced, supple, soft, crisp and flattering. Vouvray, Domaine Pichot // Loire Valley, France 2010 12 48 Golden raisins on the nose and on the palate. Easy to drink, already well-balanced with some elements of cloves, butter tarte tatin and a touch of maple sugar. Good fruit extension with some grapefruit and apple skin on the finish. Conundrum // California 2009 12 48 Bursting with fragrant honeysuckle and jasmine, with ripe melon, peach, nectarine and honeycomb grace notes. Intensely flavored, with a refreshing acidity. Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali // Trentino, Italy 2008 Golden in color with a full, ripe palate. Lemon, apple, and floral notes. 9 36

Pinot Gris, MacMurray // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 8 32 An expressive fruit-forward character, exhibiting rich aromas of fig, white peach, and pear. The bright aromas and complex varietal characters of citrus and elements of spice add both weight and interest to the wine. 5

Sauvignon Blanc, Stag's Leap Cellars // Napa Valley, California 2008 13 52 Pear and apple flavors have spicy minerality accents on a medium body with good acidity and focus. Sancerre, Domaine Laporte "Domaine du Rochoy" // 16 64 Loire Valley, France 2008 This Sauvignon Blanc has lovely purity, with vibrant, racy citrus peel, gooseberry and straw notes that stay very persistent through the finish. 89 WS. Albarino, Martin Codax // Rias Baixas, Spain 2008 8 Vivid flavors of green peach, grapefruit, wet stone and smoke. Very fresh and clean. 32

Cotes du Rhone-Villages Blanc, Domaine de L'Echevin 14 56 "Guillaume de Rouville" // Saint Maurice, Rhone Valley, France 2006 Honeyed nose of lemon and other citrus fruits. A wine with an exuberant character. Primarily Grenache Blanc accented with Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne. Rose, Chateau de Fontsainte "Gris de Gris" // Corbieres, France 2010 12 48 Expressive, the wine immediately gives off notes of raspberry, cherry and freshly picked strawberries followed by exotic aromas such as pineapple and mango. Viognier, Fess Parker // Santa Barbara County, California 2008 13 52 Displays great fruit focus, offering peach, apricot and pear notes that are ripe and well-structured, with a supple texture, juicy edge and spicy details on the long finish. Trebbiano, Azienda Agricola Pilandro // Lugano, Italy 2006 12 48 Straw coloured yellow with greenish reflections, a pleasant and delicate aroma, with perfumes of flowers and ripe fruit, a fresh and soft taste are the characteristics of this wine. Chardonnay, McWilliams // South Eastern Australia 2008 7 28 A medium-bodied fruit driven Chardonnay with tropical fruit and vanilla flavors, and a crisp finish. Chardonnay, Pali "Charm Acres" // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 13 52 With aromas of cooked green apple, stone fruit and honeysuckle, this combines flavors of lychee and juicy pear with citrus, lime and soft minerality. Macon-Villages, Domaine Perraud Vieilles Vignes // Burgundy, France 2009 14 56 This 100% Chardonnay has citrus zest and crushed stones on the nose, with a dash of white pepper. The finish is long and clean; overall perfect balance and great poise. Chardonnay, Morgan "Highlands" // 13 52 Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 The wine has a creamy mid-palate while still maintaining acidity. This smells like lime custard, but is decidedly richer on the palate, with tangy citrus and caramel apple flavors. Chablis, William Fevre, Domaine // Burgundy, France 2009 15 60 A clean, fresh, bright nose that offers good character of flowers and green fruit. Lots of energy and fine mineral-infused flavors that are both delicious and long lasting. This is way beyond village Chablis. Chardonnay, Landmark, Overlook // Sonoma, California 2008 16 64 Medium straw/green color is followed by notes of poached pears, cloves, white currants, and nectarines, pure fruit, medium to full body, and a good finish. 89 WA. 6

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Pinot Noir, Meiomi by Belle Glos // Central Coast, California 2009 13 52 Flavors of bright cherry, cola, dried leaves undertoned with vanilla, leather and high style oak. Pinot Noir, Martinelli "Bella Vigna" // Russian River Valley, California 2009 22 88 A feminine style, but possessing a 40-second finish. Beautiful cherry, raspberry, and spice undertones. Pinot Noir, Ken Wright // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 19 76 Fresh, juicy, vibrant, balanced to perfection and delivering a tasty heap o mixed red and black fruits. Cotes du Rhone-Villages, La Ferme du Mont "Le Ponnant" // France 2007 16 64 This big-time Cotes du Rhone exhibits loads of concentration as well as abundant red and black fruit characteristics intermixed with notions of incense, spice, pepper, and licorice. 90 WA. Claret, Steltzner Vineyards // Napa Valley, California 2008 11 44 A remarkable value, an 8,000-case blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Franc. Impressive aromas of black cherries, loamy soil, black currants and licorice. 89 WA. Merlot, Red Rock // California 2007 9 36 Lush concentrations of black cherry, plum and boysenberry are complemented by soft, rounded tannins. Syrah, Stolpman // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2007 13 52 Elegant, with a mineral quality contributing energy. Dark berry flavors linger on the long finish. Shiraz, Schild Estate // Barossa Valley, Australia 2008 15 60 This big, smooth wine is ripe and complex, offering black cherry, blackberry, and tobacco. 94 WS. Zinfandel, Brazin, Fall Creek Vineyard // Dry Creek Valley, California 2007 13 Intense flavors of plum and chocolate, rich tannins and vanilla mocha notes rock your palate. 52

Chianti Classico, Castello D'Albola // Tuscany, Italy 2007 13 52 Plenty of dark cherry and floral aromas and flavors that say Sangiovese. Fresh and fruity. 90 WS. Malbec, Bodega Colome // Calchaqui Valley, Argentina 2009 15 Spicy nose of deep dark fruit, which leads to a fruit-laden palate with serious structure. Garnatxa, Pares Balta, Indigena // Penedes, Spain 2008 Fragrant spice box, cedar and cherry aromas. Plenty of savory fruit. 89 WA. 14 60

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Cabernet Sauvignon, Louis M. Martini // Sonoma County, California 2007 9 Aromas and flavors of red cherry, blackberry and sage with an underlying dry creek dustiness.

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Cabernet Based Blend, Gabrielle "Vertex" // North Coast, California 2008 13 52 Juicy red fruit aromas with chocolate, cassis, and a hint of black pepper. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 10% Cab Franc, 15% Syrah, 5% Petit Sirah. Cabernet Sauvignon, Uppercut // Napa Valley, California 2007 14 56 Expansive aromas and flavors of lush blackberry, black cherry, and cocoa expand on the palate. 7

SPECIAL COCKTAILS

Dark & Stormy Gosling's Black Seal Rum, Gosling's Ginger Beer, Lemon Painkiller Meyers Dark Rum, Coco Lopez, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Nutmeg

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The Rich and Sexy 12 Grey Goose L'Orange, Limoncello, Elderflower Liqueur, PAMA, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice Chambord Lemonade 12 Chambord Vodka, Muddled Fresh Lemon, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Raspberry Puree, Simple Syrup Black Cherry Mojito 12 Cruzan Black Cherry Rum, Fresh Muddled Mint Sprigs and Lime, Dash of Simple Syrup, Club Soda Blackberry Collins 12 Stoli Blakberi, Muddled Fresh Blackberries and Lemon, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Dash of Simple Syrup, Splash of Soda Water, Lemon Wheel Passion Fruit Fizz Inocente Blanco Tequila, Passion Fruit Sorbet, Prosecco, Lemon Twist Ashley's Summer Lemonade Cuestion Reposado Tequila, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Agave Nectar Lychee Cocktail Grey Goose La Poire Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Lychee Puree, Lychee Fruit, Fresh Lime Juice 14

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Poire Crossed 14 Double Cross Vodka, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Belle Brillet Pear Brandy, Garnished With A Chilean Wild Baby Pear Spicy Top Shelf Bloody Mary 14 Hangar 1 Chipotle Vodka, Bloody Mary Mix, Celery Bitters, Tabasco, Worcestershire, Cocktail Onions Lemon Balm Ginger Bliss 14 Bombay Sapphire, Tozai Sake, Muddled Lemon Balm Leaves, Fresh Sliced Ginger, Lemon, and Simple Syrup The Premium Margarita Martini 15 Senor Rio Reposado, Agave Nectar, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Sugar& Salt Rim

After Dinner Cocktails

Spiked Spiced Chai Tea 10 Voyant Chai Cream Liqueur, Chai Spiced Hot Tea, Whipped Cream and Cinnamon Espresso Martini 12 Three Olives Vanilla, Van Gogh Espresso Vodka, Bailey's, Thatcher's Coffeehouse Liqueur, Chocolate Syrup, topped with Coffee Beans Hot Biscotti Coffee, Faretti Biscotti Liqueur, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Shavings 12

Chocolate Covered Nuts and Berries 12 Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Dumante Pistachio, Chambord, Dash of Cream, Chocolate Syrup Peaches n' Cream 360 Peach Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Dash of Cream, White Peach Puree 12

Godiva Chocolate Martini 12 Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Chocolate Syrup, Chocolate Shavings Tres Leches Milk Shake on the Rocks Ciroc Coconut, Tres Leches Liqueur, Caramel Drizzle, Splash of Biscotti 12

Chocolate Coconut Martini 12 360 Chocolate Vodka, Creme de Cacao dark, Cream of Coconut, Cream, Shaved Coconut, Chocolate Syrup Caramel Milk Chocolate Coffee Godiva Caramel Milk Chocolate Liqueur, Fresh French Press Coffee Chocolate Covered Cherry Skyy Cherry Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Cream of Coconut Orange Creamsicle Stoli Ohranj, Qi White Tea Liqueur, Orange Juice, Cream 12

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Peanut Butter & Jelly 12 Nut Liquor Peanut Butter Vodka, The Hammer Grape Liqueur, Dash of Cream, Peanut Butter Powder Sidecar 15 Germain-Robin Brandy, Patron Citronge, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Preserved Lemon White Chocolate Raspberry Kisses Stoli Razberi, Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur, Chambord, Cream 12

CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING

375ml Duval-Leroy Sec Champagne "Lady Rose" (375ml) // France NV Off-dry ros, full of cherry, berry, spice and pastry flavors married to a fine mousse. 55

Taittinger Prestige Brut Rose (375ml) // France NV 60 A beautiful wine best enjoyed as an aperitif. Sweet, perfumed fruit emerges from this crisp, layered Champagne. 90 WA. Saint-Chamant Christian Coquillette Champagne Brut (375ml) // France 1996 75 Beautiful, toasty, yeasty nose- vigorously effervescent, nice citrus, great- almost electric mouthfeel. Nice medium length acidic and toasty finish.

750ml Duval-Leroy Brut Champagne // France NV 70 There's a creamy edge to the quince, biscuit, honey and ginger flavors in this well-cut Champagne, which help to balance the firm acidity. Vibrant and expressive, with a zesty finish. 91 WS. Jacques Copinet Brut Rose Champagne // France NV 90 Pink salmon color. Very floral, with fresh notes of wild strawberry and citrus. Fruity and delicate with a supple mlange of red berries, cinnamon and citrus. Long, zesty red fruit finish. From '99, '00, and '01 vintages. Pol Roger Brut Champagne // France NV 100 Equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. A beautiful gold straw color, fine bubbles, a bouquet of floral and fruity aromas, ripe on the palate with mouthwatering brioche. Argyle "Extended Tirage" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 1999 140 Elegant, with very fine bubbles and complex spice, coffee, pear and toast aromas and flavors. 95 WS. Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne // France NV 140 Gorgeous notes of freshly cut flowers, raspberries, spices and minerals flow from this delicious Champagne. The wine possesses outstanding harmony, particularly in the way the fruit carries through to the long finish. The estates Rose is 45% Chardonnay, 25% Meunier and 30% Pinot Noir. H. Billiot et Fils Brut Grand Cru Champagne // France 2004 150 A powerful, intense wine layered with expressive red berries, mint, licorice and crushed flowers, all of which are wrapped around an intense, mineral-driven frame. 93 WA. Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Champagne // France 2000 185 Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licorice that linger. 94 WS. Krug Brut Champagne, Grand Cuvee // France NV 275 A smoky, intense wine, with layer upon layer of coffee, roasted nut, golden piecrust, ripe apple, honey and spice flavors. 95 WS. 10

Krug Brut Champagne // France 1995 425 A very youthful '95. Delicate. Intense aromas of ginger, citrus, candied berry and multigrain bread turn to honey, roasted almonds and graphite on the palate. It's all underscored by a precise structure and creamy texture. Its structure keeps it persistent through the long finish. A picture of precision and intensity. 98 WS. Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Rose Champagne // France 1996 575 Sweet, expansive and generous, the wine blossoms on the palate with extraordinary grace as layers of silky, perfumed fruit open up in the glass. 97 WA.

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RIESLING

Austria Loimer Qualittswein Trocken Kamptal // Niedersterreich, Austria 2007 44 A crisp, focused Riesling, with apple, citrus and kiwifruit flavors. The powerful, mineral-filled finish gives this extra lift. 90 WS. Stadt Krems Qualittswein Trocken Kremstal Steinterrassen // Wachau, Austria 2008 65 Very fresh and crisp, with lots of mineral, apple and citrus flavors that are backed up by plenty of fresh acidity. 89 WS.

France Ostertag Heissenberg // Alsace, France 2007 75 This dry, creamy Riesling displays spiced flavors of grapefruit sorbet, lychee, honeysuckle and fresh squeezed orange juice. There's an underlying energy, in part from the nervy acidity, but this is so seamless you don't even notice the intensity at first. Delicious, with a lingering, mineral-tinged finish. 94 WS. Rolly Gassmann Kappelweg // Alsace, France 2004 99 Lilies, mint, and black currant in the nose, leading to refined and subtly-sweet, chalky finish with hints of refreshing lemon. Zind-Humbrecht, Brand // Alsace, France 2007 140 Smells gorgeously of iris, lily-of-the-valley, linden, white peach, and grapefruit. Plush and tenderly palate-saturating, dry-tasting at 10 grams residual sugar, its hints of tart and bitter red currant, grapefruit rind, peach pit, hazelnut, and sage offer dynamic counterpoint with its generosity of fruit and texture, persisting with uncanny tenacity, clarity, lift, and energy as well as mysteriously marine minerality and scallop-like sweet-saline savor. 95 WA.

Germany Robert Eymael (Monchhof) Mosel Slate Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 55 Vibrant peach and lemon blossom flavors fill this to the brim, joined by plenty of cream and glazed citrus notes. There's mineral and slate on the finish, with ruby grapefruit accents that offer plenty of fresh acidity. 93 WS. St.-Urbans-Hof Ockfen Bockstein Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2009 60 Hinting at graphite, this white delivers peach, Golden Delicious apple, warm baking spice and citrus aromas and flavors. It's all matched to a firm, tightly wound structure, with the acidity topping the balance now. There's fine, stony length. 94 WS. 94 WA. Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2008 60 Extremely bright in aroma as well as palate impression, the wine is dominated by lemon and grapefruit, with village typical cherry and cassis manifesting themselves as an invigorating chew of fruit skin that is delightfully complimented by estate-typical impingement of CO2. 91 WA. 12

Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett // Mosel- Germany 2009 60 Features grapefruit and cassis with the bitterness of grapefruit rind as well as hints of stone and salt offering counterpoint. 88+ WA. Marcus Molitor Haus Klosterberg Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 60 Slate, white peach and apple aromas, along with the "cool" black currant predominant in the vintage. 92 WS. Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett // Mosel, Germany 2007 65 Lime, grapefruit and peach flavors with an undercurrent of mineral. It's balanced and has a crisp, tangy aftertaste. 91 WS. Joh. Jos. Prum Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2007 85 This Zeltinger is a soothing, creamy essence of liquid flowers, accompanied by orchard fruit essences, vanilla, malt, and nut oils. 93 WA. Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2003 85 Terrific Auslese. Pure, vibrant and elegant, with a panoply of peach, lime and slate aromas and flavors matched to a seamless frame. Lovely aftertaste of baked apple and vanilla. 94 WS. Reinhold Haart Piesport Goldtrpfchen Spatlese // Mosel, Germany 2008 90 This haunting wine evokes violet, black currant and slate aromas and flavors, all defined by the taut, racy structure. Light-weight, lean and intense, with a kaleidoscope of flavors on the expansive finish. 95 WS. Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2007 95 Gorgeous aromas and flavors of tropical fruit salad stay vivid and etched across the finish thanks to the vibrant structure. Ethereal yet intense, with a snappy finish. 94 WS. Joh. Jos. Prum Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2009 130 Racy and powerful, with loads of bright acidity behind the intense, concentrated green apple, peach and ripe melon flavors. There's a concentrated minerality to this as well, with some fascinating hints of lardons and spice on the finish. 97 WS. Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese // Mosel, Germany 2005 180 Silky, harmonious and refined, with apricot, apple, lime and mineral aromas and flavors matched to a light-weight frame. Balanced, with its hidden structure evident in the tanginess on the finish and the long, lingering aftertaste of baked apple. Puts it all together. 98 WS.

Washington State Long Shadows Poet's Leap // Columbia Valley, Washington 2009 55 Light straw-colored with an alluring perfume of flint, spring flowers, white peach, and melon. Made in a Kabinett style (1.35 grams residual sugar), on the palate it is crisp, vibrant, intense, and impeccably balanced. 91 WA.

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Weingut Brundlmayer Grner Veltliner Kamptaler Terrassen // Langenlois, Austria 2007 68 Fuji apple, white peach and apricot flavors, with hints of citrus. The minerally finish is firm and complex, with notes of orange peel. 90 WS. Pfaffl Gruner Veltliner Hundsleiten // Weinviertel, Austria 2008 75 Tart nose, pomaceous fruit and some citrus, vegetal and herbaceous notes, earthy and prominent mineral notes, delicate nutty traces. Concentrated, firm and juicy on the palate. Prager Grner Veltliner Smaragd Weissenkirchen Achleiten // Wachau, Austria 2007 110 Features Chenin-like citrus oils, quince, and stone interplay, a broth-like suffusion of mineral character, and finishes with added notes of mint and coffee. 91 WA. Prager Grner Veltliner Wachstum Bodenstein // Wachau, Austria 2007 120 Pungent orange zest, rhubarb, tobacco, and wood smoke mingle with roasted pumpkin and toasted nuts on a strikingly creamy, yet also sappy and invigoratingly juicy palate. For all of its concentration, and palpable sense of extract, this finishes with remarkable levity and elegance, not to mention length. 93 WA.

GEWURZTRAMINER Delheim Gewurztraminer // Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, South Africa 2008 40 Soft and forward, with tasty lemon peel, grapefruit and kiwifruit notes that linger on the easygoing finish. Lightly sweet. Zind Humbrecht Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Rangen de Thane Clos St. Urbain 190 Vendange Tardive // Alsace, France 2006 Big and bold, with a deep caramel hue and acidity that cuts like a whip, making this VT seem more like a dry wine than a late-harvest. The layers of flavor include orange and grapefruit peel, dried apricot, raisin, clove and myrrh. Long finish. 93 WA.

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SAUVIGNON BLANC California Merryvale, Starmont // Napa Valley, California 2009 30 Expressive notes of lemon, honeydew melon, alyssum flower, orange, honeysuckle and vanilla bean. Star Lane // Santa Ynez, Caliornia 2007 36 Herbal, with distinctive gooseberry and lemon-lime flavors. A light body wine with refreshing acidity. Spottswoode // Napa and Sonoma Counties, California 2009 70 Aromatic with peach, white pepper and hints of paper whites in bloom. Notes of flint whirl delicately around flavors of honey and ripe pear. Merry Edwards // Russian River Valley, California 2010 90 The aroma is floral and mouthwatering, layered with ripe melon, peach and subtle mineral highlights. In the mouth, it is rich and seamlessly well balanced, kicking in a hint of grapefruit, cirrus and pear on the lingering finish. France Didier Dagueneau Sancerre Monts Damnes // Loire Valley, France 2008 200 White peach, gooseberry, grapefruit, chalk dust, and saline, alkaline intimations of ocean breeze in the nose. This positively billows into a non-stop finish with bittersweet, musky floral essences (iris, narcissus) adding to a shimmering interactive complexity of fruit, herb, and mineral nuances. 93 WA. Domaine de Chevalier, Bordeaux Blanc // Pessac-Leognan, France 2005 215 Typically 70% Sauvignon Blanc 30% Semillion. Displays lemon, honey, mineral, fennel seed and lime aromas. Full-bodied, this fills the mouth with lime, apple tart and vanilla character. 97 WS. Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2007 225 Weighty, but lithe and balanced, with gorgeous, alluring notes of honeysuckle, macadamia nut, white asparagus, lemon curd, quinine and straw all carrying through seamlessly on the long, invigorating finish. 94 WS. Didier Dagueneau Pouilly-Fume Silex // Loire Valley, France 2008 Ripe pear and white peach along with sage, and fusil, chalky notes of crushed stone. 93 WA. New Zealand Clifford Bay // Awatere Valley, New Zealand 2009 28 Blackcurrant, guava and citrus notes. The palate exhibits the same fine fruit flavors with an under lying flinty note typical of Awatere Valley fruit. The finish is long, crisp and dry. Cloudy Bay // Marlborough, New Zealand 2010 65 Tangerine, mango and citrus flavors are pure and focused, smooth, round and wonderfully refreshing, with peach, Key lime pie, mineral and floral elements that really take off on the finish. 92 WS. 205

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PINOT GRIGIO and PINOT GRIS Esperto Pinot Grigio // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2009 30 Crisp and complex with notes of jasmine, broom and magnolia flower; notes of white peach, apricot, pear, golden apple, cantaloupe, acacia honey; hints of crushed stone. Principe dei Conti Pinot Grigio // Delle Venezie, Italy 2009 30 On the nose, this wine is rich and flavorful, displaying an ample bouquet with hints of almond. The taste is dry, smooth, and harmonious, and it keeps a good acidity with great fruitiness. Adelsheim Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 Bosc pear, peach and apple flavors dominate the fruit profile, with a bit of spiciness. 30

Cooper Mountain Reserve Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 30 Lush and round fruit flavors ranging from stone fruits to hints of peaches on the palate and are beautifully balanced with elegant minerals. Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc // Santa Barbara County, California 2009 Zippy, fresh-fruit acidity that is matched by plenty of apple, pear, grapefruit, and pineapple. 40

Rene Mure Pinot Gris // Alsace, France 2009 50 This wine has a light yellow and brilliant color, with green tints. The nose reminds white peach and mandarin. The mouth is silky and presents a beautiful freshness. It evokes pineapple, orange and bitterness of grapefruit. A crunchy, well-balanced wine. Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris // Alsace, France 2008 55 There's a nice salty minerality to this white, with crackling acidity supporting the white peach, quince and kumquat flavors. This has fine intensity and length, with a vibrancy that enlivens the wine and a long, smoke-tinged finish. Semi-sweet. 92 WS. King Estate Domaine Pinot Gris // Oregon 2008 60 Light and juicy, brimming with Bartlett pear, cream and cashew flavors that keep singing through the long, charming finish. 90 WS Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2008 65 Apple pie, mineral, piecrust and ripe mango aromas. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a very lively finish. 91 WS.

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California Tensley Blanc, Camp Four Vineyard // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2009 60 A blend of 65% Grenache Blanc and 35% Roussanne. Aromas of nectarines, quince, and white currants are followed by a medium-bodied white wine revealing fresh acids as well as a heady finish. 90 WA. Krupp Brothers, Black Bart Marsanne, Stagecoach Vineyard // 70 Napa Valley, California 2006 Rich apple, honeysuckle and citrus notes mingle with spicy almond flavors and refreshing acidity. 88 WA. Dumol Viognier "Lia" // Russian River Valley, California 2008 125 Fresh Lychee nut and tropical fruit notes. Good acidity as well as plenty of flavor intensity. 92 WA.

France Chateauneuf-du-Pape Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 130 Offers up liquid mineral, licorice, beeswax, citrus and tropical fruit aromas that lead into a medium bodied, clean, balanced palate. Very fresh but with nice texture. NYR. Domaine Saint Prefert Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 135 Aromas of waxy rose petals and honeysuckle along with good freshness and minerality, plenty of body, and a honeyed finish. 93 WS. Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // 135 Southern Rhone, France 2009 40% Clairette, 30% Grenache Blanc, 15% Roussanne and 15% Bourboulenc. Delicate floral notes interwoven with hints of pears, nectarines, red currants and crushed rocks. 90 WA. Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2006 199 Buttered brioche, ginger, creamed peach and dried persimmon notes that hang on through the creamy, rounded finish. Good latent acidity holds it all together, with deceptive length. 92 WS. Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc // Southern Rhone, France 2009 210 Superfresh, with blanched almond, green plum, yellow apple and verbena notes carried by almost brisk minerality. The finish is really bright and mouthwatering. There's rather stony precision and this still a touch tight. 95 WS.

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Condrieu Domaine Clusel-Loch Condrieu "Verchery" // Northern Rhone, France 2008 125 This is open now, showing pear and green apple notes alongside a core of peach and honey. NYR. George Vernay Condrieu " Les Terrasses de l'Empire" // Northern Rhone, France 2007 140 Really bright and superracy, with a tightly coiled core of orange blossom, honeysuckle, green fig, yellow apple and chamomile notes waiting to gush forth. 92 WS. George Vernay Condrieu " Coteaux de Vernon" // Northern Rhone, France 2007 199 Broad and inviting, with a honeyed edge to the powerful core of creamed peach, melon and toasted brioche flavors. The long, juicy finish is loaded with additional mineral, honeycomb and dried tropical fruit notes, ending with a hint of bitter almond. 94 WS.

Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage Domaine Combier Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, Clos des Grives // 110 Northern Rhone, France 2007 Wildly aromatic nose combines flowers, dried fruits, vanilla, spice and exotic citrus fruits. Medium to full-body with great acidity. 80% Roussanne 20% Marsanne. Jean-Luc Colombo Hermitage Blanc "Le Rouet" // Northern Rhone, France 1999 140 Mature, with creamy almond, straw, coriander, lemon peel, butter, green tea and fig flavors that are harmonious and balanced through the lush yet focused finish. 90 WS. Tardieu-Laurent Hermitage Blanc // Northern Rhone, France 2007 145 Clearly modern, offering lush macadamia, Cavaillon melon and buttered brioche notes, but also superpure and fine, with blazing minerality and a long, graceful, floral-filled finish. A beauty for its combination of weight and precision. Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.

Other Domaine Gayda Viognier Vin de Pays d' Oc // Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2008 Peach and apple flavors dominate this medium-bodied white. 35

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DOMESTIC California Macrostie // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 60 A rich, elegant style, with intense, concentrated citrus, green apple, spice and fresh-cut flowers. Fullbodied, gaining depth and complexity on the finish, where the minerality shines through. 92 WS. Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Karia" // Napa Valley, California 2008 65 Combines subtlety and finesse, with smooth ripe pear, melon, ginger, spice and hazelnut flavors that are rich and full-bodied without being heavy. 92 WS. Patz and Hall // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 Clean and vibrant, with a mix of spice, green apple, citrus and honeydew melon. 70

Mer Soleil // Central Coast, California 2008 70 Combines ripe, intense peach, nectarine and tangerine fruit, with touches of floral and spice. Gains body and depth. A buttery style. Brewer-Clifton // Santa Rita Hills, California 2007 75 This is an elegant, crisp, restrained wine that really shows off how great cool-climate Chardonnay can be. Adobe Road, Bacigalupi Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 80 Ripe pineapple, granny smith apple, and banana. The exploding entrance brings on a distinct minerality with flint and wet rock. Paul Hobbs Crossbarn // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 80 Ripe pear, kiwi, and stone fruits, leading to a citrusy finish accented with orange blossom and balanced acidity. Fans of Hobbs might want to try his South American wines as well, Vina Cobos. Rodney Strong Reserve // Sonoma, California 2007 90 Floral honeysuckle, ripe fig and melon scents are rich, full-bodied, elegant and refined. 93 WS. Robert Craig, Durrell Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2009 95 Bright, mouth-filling citrus and stone fruit flavors are enlivened with rich, spicy undertones and bracing acidity. Forman // Napa Valley, California 2006 Classic lemon blossom, apple rind, nectarine, and striking minerality. 91 WA. 110

Vineyard Seven and Eight "8" // Napa Valley, California 2007 110 Displays loads of honeysuckle, orange blossom, and tropical fruit in an exuberant, sexy, medium to fullbodied style, with gorgeous purity, length, and intensity. Luc Morlet is the winemaker. 92 WA. Paul Hobbs // Russian River Valley, California 2008 110 Plenty of plush, opulent tropical fruit and marmalade characteristics in this wine's medium-bodied, fleshy personality. 90 WA. 19

Shafer, Red Shoulder Ranch // Napa / Carneros, California 2007 Loads of tropical fruit, pear, and honeysuckle. 92 WA.

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Martinelli, Martinelli Road Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 115 Aromas of wet river rocks, lemon zest, orange blossoms, poached pears, and a hint of subtle wood. Good acidity provides zip and vibrancy to this medium to full-bodied wine. 93 WA. DuMOL // Russian River Valley, California 2008 120 Powerful tropical fruit notes intermixed with notions of buttered brioche, smoky hazelnuts, quince, and wet stones. 90-92WA. Far Niente // Napa Valley, California 2007 120 Pure, clean, rich and layered green apple, pear, spice and nutmeg give this a tight focus. Full-bodied, intense yet supple, with a long, fruity finish. 91 WS. Kistler "Les Noisetiers" // Napa Valley, California 2008 125 Very much in keeping with the top-quality Kistler tradition, this offers complex aromas of tangerine, powdered stone and green citrus. Tightly wound and bracing throughout, dominated by its mineral side. Precise and intense with uncommon energy that lifts it from the glass. Pahlmeyer // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 130 Tight and concentrated, with a dense, rich, chewy beam of dried currant, mineral, graphite, black cherry and blackberry fruit that's intense and full-blown, both flexing its muscle while displaying deft balance. Ends with a compact, layered finish. 93 WS. Chasseur, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Valley, California 2006 130 Burgundian in style, this is firm, with toasty, buttery oak joining ripe apple and pear flavors. The oak gives this a spicy nutmeg scent. Ends on an elegant note, picking up a hint of marshmallow. 90 WS. Newton "Unfiltered" // Napa Valley, California 2006 135 Butter and oak with layers of peach, mango and honey and a touch of mineral on the finish. 96 WA. DuMOL Chloe // Russian River Valley, California 2007 140 Subtle honey, white currants, white peaches, and hints of tropical fruit such as pineapple. 96 WA. DuMOL "Isobel" // Green Valley, California 2008 140 Light straw/green color is accompanied by a sensational nose of white peaches, honeyed apricots, nectarines, citrus oil, and spring flowers. Rich, full-bodied, pure, and long, 93-95WA. Staglin // Napa Valley, California 2008 149 Smooth and creamy, featuring supple tangerine, nectarine, peach and light toasty oak. Tight, focused, full-bodied and understated, this ends with a fragrant citrus blossom scent. 90 WS.

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Oregon Cancilla Cellars // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 60 Sweet toast and yeast notes on the nose open to a much lighter and livelier palate. The palate explodes with lemon zest and lychee. Fresh pear and refreshing acidity leave a long, lingering finish. Pali, Shea Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 80 Aromas of wet stone, honeysuckle, fresh apple and pear, opening into steely grapefruit and lime, finishing with a hint of butterscotch. 92 WS. Domaine Serene, Cote Sud Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 95 Polished, creamy and nicely focused to show its pear, apple and hazelnut flavors, mingling easily against fine acidity on the long, expressive finish. 93 WS.

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INTERNATIONAL France Bourgogne Domaine Coche-Dury Bourgogne // Burgundy, France 2008 From one of Burgundy's legendary producers. 150

Cote de Beaune Village Bouchard Pere et Fils Meursault "Les Clous" // Burgundy, France 2006 79 Notes of vanilla, nutmeg, orange zest and cardamom, it preserves an admirable sense of delicacy and finishes strongly with an entertaining alternation of spice, fruit and mineral flavors. 90 WA. Louis Jadot Meursault // Burgundy, France 2002 90 Its nose displays gorgeous richness, with sweet pear and almond scents. Expansive, deep, and fleshy, this graceful, medium-bodied wine is packed with pears, apples, pepper, and sappy minerals. 90 WA. Domaine Matrot Meursault "Les Chevalieres" // Burgundy, France 2008 90 The Matrot domaine is one of the oldest estate-bottlers in Burgundy and one of the largest and most important properties in Meursault. This is a special cuvee made especially for the American market, and it sees 25% new oak. A perennial 90+. NYR. Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2008 120 Subtle, appealing nose of minerals. Lean, taut but complex on the palate: High minerality, good acidity. Domaine Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 120 Floral, white peach and smoky pear aromas, bit of minerality in the center, oak is nicely integrated. Domaine Frederic Magnien Chassagne-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 125 From the lieu-dit Clos Devant, a petite plot on a slope just before the town proper. Its not often you find village vineyards with such good exposition; it explains the freshness and balance of this not-sosimple village wine. Domaine Hubert Bouzereau-Gruere Puligny-Monttrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 140 Nicely structured, with aromas and flavors of grilled almond, hazelnut and dried fruit. Good length. Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2006 A ripe, opulent style, sporting apricot, butterscotch and spice flavors. 155

Bouchard Pere et Fils Puligny-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 160 Delicious floral and fruit aromas with a nice oaky note. An attractive marriage between power and elegance, this wine also offers lovely smoothness. Domaine d'Auvenay (Leroy) Auxey-Duresses // Burgundy, France 2003 240 The rich, welcoming spiced apple aromas lead to a big, mouth-coating character jam-packed with buttered apples. Deep, suave, and expressive, it also possesses a long, silky finish. 91 WA. 22

Premier Cru Domaine Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Clos St. Jean // 130 Burgundy, France 2008 Suave, satin-textured, supple, and straightforward, its sappy white fruit-dominated core lingers in its impressive finish. NYR. Domaine Morey-Coffinet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Caillerets // 155 Burgundy, France 2008 This offers loads of toast and spice, yet it's intense, balancing those flavors with creamy peach, apple tart, butterscotch and mineral notes. 92 WS. Domaine Alain Patriarche Meursault 1er Genevrieres // Burgundy, France 1995 265 Racy and distinctive, with beautiful, pure, clean fruit and subtle toasted oak flavors. Mature and complex with a smoky spice about it. Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 1er Les Pucelles // Burgundy, France 2007 280 Lovely aromas of pastry, citrus and peach lead to lemon, apple and spice flavors in this expressive white, which is beautifully balanced and lingers with a citrus and mineral aftertaste. 94 WS. 94 WA.

Grand Cru Domaine Ramonet Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 215 Domaine Ramonet-The master of Bienvenues. Ramonet's Bienvenues is superior to the majority of Montrachets and Batard Montrachets. NYR. Domaine Leflaive Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 325 Evokes hazelnut, stone and pastry aromas and flavors. Bright and juicy, turning firmer and tighter on the finish. Spice and mineral flavors play out on the aftertaste. 94 WS. Piere-Yves Colin-Morey Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 350 Aromas of lavender, heliotrope, white pepper, ginger, and crushed stone. Coming onto the palate with an almost austere combination of pungency, chalkiness, and textural firmness, its bright lemon and white peach suffice to inject a note of sheer juiciness. 92 WA. Domaine Morey-Coffinet Batard-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2008 400 Cream and elegant, exhibiting intense aromas and flavors of roasted hazelnut, peach, apple tart, vanilla and toasted brioche. Focused and harmonious, this just keeps coming at you on the finish. 95 WS. Bouchard Pere et Fils Chevalier-Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 400 Distinguished bouquet, with floral and fruit aromas as well as a toasty note. Complex and rich, without the least heaviness, this wine is elegance itself. NYR. Bouchard Pere et Fils Montrachet // Burgundy, France 2009 900 Exquisite bouquet with a variety of aromas skillfully blended with a toasty note. Perfect harmony between power, smoothness and delicacy. The "king of kings". NYR.

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Chablis Premier Cru Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Fourchaume // Burgundy, France 2006 Chalky minerality in a matrix of lemon, grapefruit, and pit fruits. 88 WA. 75

Patrick Piuze Chablis 1er Vaucoupin // Burgundy, France 2008 125 Lemon, grapefruit, and fresh apple in the nose of the Piuze 2008 Chablis Vaucoupin follow on a firm, bright, stone-, salt-, and iodine-suffused palate. 91 WA. Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Butteaux // Burgundy, France 2008 170 Scents of green tea, mint, bergamot, gentian, and honeysuckle, along with saline, alkaline maritime notes rise beguilingly from the glass. 92 WA. Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Vaillons // Burgundy, France 2008 170 Musky narcissus, white truffle, and a mysteriously pheremonal aura along with diverse ripe citrus fruits cling to the Raveneau 2008 Chablis Vaillons, which comes to the palate alluringly creamy yet persistently refreshing. 93 WA. Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Montee de Tonnerre // Burgundy, France 2008 205 Iris, narcissus, peony, heliotrope, lemon, white peach, and litchi combine for the knockout nose of Raveneaus 2008 Chablis Montee de Tonnerre. Uncannily combining a sense of textural richness, underlying extract, and decisively stony, alkaline, chalky, oyster shell minerality that go beyond its fellow premier crus in this collection. 94 WA.

Grand Cru Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 140 Intense flinty, savory character signals this white's lemon, peach, yellow plum and mineral aromas and flavors. 95 WS. Francois Servin Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 165 Built for the ages, stunning, with background notes of brioche, mineral, caramel, nuts and lemon. A big center leads to a tight, full, dry, mineral-driven finish. Patrick Piuze Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 180 Still a little lactic, this white is all about the sea. There's a salty quality, along with oyster shell and iodine notes. Lemon and apple add depth and interest. This is tight and sinewy, with a long aftertaste and character. 93 WS. Domaine Frederic Magnien Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 185 Melted butter, preserved lemon, white pepper and a hint of small red fruitsa tell-tale sign of nobility in a white wineshow on the nose...NYR. Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 225 Intensely saline and stony statement that finishes with an energetic crescendo of citrus and diverse expressions of things mineral. 95 WA.

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Domaine Raveneau Chablis Blanchots Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2008 225 Scents of gunpowder green tea, crushed stone, ocean spray, and grapefruit rind rise from the glass of Raveneau 2008 Chablis Blanchots, which then displays a breadth and richness that one would not have anticipated from the nose. Floral perfume and alkaline, iodine, and maritime mineral notes continue on an almost custardy-rich, seamless palate and into a long, long finish. 94 WA.

Argentina 17-5-2 Vina Cobos "Bramare", Marchiori Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 75 This is Paul Hobbs' winery in Argentina. Rich and showy, but nicely detailed, with grilled hazelnut and brioche notes weaving through the plump apple, pear and fig flavors. Long and juicy on the finish. 92 WA. 91WS.

Australia 18-4-4 Leeuwin Estate, Art Series // Western Australia 2006 135 Medium straw-colored, it offers up a superb perfume of pain grille (toasted bread w/ butter), biscotti, baked apple, poached pear, and tropical notes. Creamy textured, elegant, and concentrated. 95 WA.

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Touquinheiras Clemen, Reserva // Vinho Verde, Portugal 2008 29 50/50 blend of Trajadura and Alvarinho, clocking in at 12% alcohol. Fruity, but mouth puckering, with a lemon-tinged finish on opening, this manages to pull its parts together beautifully to become quite charming. Bodega Norton Torrontes // Mendoza, Argentina 2010 33 Citrusy, with hints of chive accenting the nectarine and grapefruit notes. Has a nice acidic backbone for a Torrontes. Tre Monti Vina della Rocca // Romagna, Italy 2009 38 Elegant fragrances of melon and apricot, of honey and wildflowers. Mouthfilling flavors of ripe peach and plum with a touch of almond on the finish. 100% Albana. Saxon Brown Semillon, Cricket Creek Vineyard // Alexander Valley, California 2008 40 Ripe pear, peach and nectarine notes are fresh and fragrant, with a hint of lime peel, appealing juiciness and a detailed and spicy finish of hay and citrus pith. Domaine Laurent Kraft Vouvray, Sec // Loire Valley, France 2009 45 The wine is semi-dry and straddles a delicate balance between sweetness and acidity. The liveliness is balanced with a certain roundness. V. Girault Clos de Volagre Chenin Blanc // Montlouis-sur-Loire, France 2008 50 Biodynamic-grown. This Chenin has very nice acidity and a small amount of sweetness. A perfect match for white fish. Wimmer-Czerny Traminer // Wagram, Austria 2007 56 This is simply stunning. It bridges minerality, acidity, and stone fruits into the same package. There are also apple and peach nuances to complement the spice. Krupp Brothers "Black Bart's Bride" // Napa Valley, California 2006 85 Abundant aromas of lychee nuts, rose petals, honeysuckle, and orange marmalade are offered in the complex aromatics. Fruity and juicy with low acidity and a fleshy, full-bodied mouthfeel, it is an enticing white. Marsanne, Viognier, and Chardonnay. 92 WA. Livio Felluga "Terre Alte" // Northeast Italy 2008 120 Fresh and aromatic, with sliced apple and pear. Full-bodied, with mineral, honey and dried apple notes that follow through to a long finish. Very complex. Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon. NYR. R. Lopez de Heredia, Vina Tondonia // Rioja, Spain 1991 120 The golden hue shows maturity, but there's still plenty of life in this traditional white, which is firm, fresh and a bit lean in texture, with quince paste, beeswax, almond and orange peel flavors. Rather austere, but harmonious and elegant. Viura and Malvasia. 93 WS.

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ROSE Commanderie de la Bargemone // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2009 38 Offers a creamy aroma, with concentrated glazed ginger and dried cherry flavors that are accented by smoky notes. The powerful finish features dried currant and spice. 88 WS. Chateau Revelette Rose // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2009 40 Tinge of spice upfront that leads to intense flavors of red fruit confit and ginger. Finishes crisp, with a snap of glazed citrus. 87 WS. Henri de Lanzac Tavel Rose, Chateau de Segries // Southern Rhone, France 2009 42 A powerful and focused Ros, with a big core of red cherry, raspberry and red currant fruit laced with spice and tobacco hints. A nice stony note weaves in on the finish, adding length and cut. 90 WS.

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DOMESTIC California 3-9 Loring, Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard // Chalone (Central Coast), California 2006 45 Rich, deep, layered and concentrated, with loamy sage, dried berry and huckleberry flavors, framed by tight, spicy, earthy tannins. This is not a bright, fruity style. 90 WS.

15-11* Black Dog Cellars, Haney Family Estate // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 59 Project of Nashvillian Mike Haney, sourced from Martinelli fruit, and always consistently beautiful. 3-13 Loring, Brosseau Vineyard // Chalone, California 2006 60 A savory, rich, intense and concentrated Pinot, with dense loam and berry flavors that pick up a mineral and pebble edge.

14-15* Loring, Clos Pepe Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2006 60 Austere, with a stream of earth, mineral, sage and dusty berry flavors that are focused and persistent. 14-19* Loring, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2006 60 Complex and well-proportioned, with fresh, lively wild berry, black cherry and huckleberry notes. Tightly wound, this is dense, elegant and spicy. 88 WS. 1-28 A.P. Vin, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2006 60 Spice, blackberry and floral scents give this an alluring aroma. Offers a similar flavor profile on the palate A.P. Vin, Clos Pepe Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2006 Grapey wild berry and raspberry flavors are tight and structured, with pleasant earthy notes. 60

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Roessler "La Brisa" // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 65 Nose with cola, spice, and cured meats along with herbed, foresty notes. Bright fruit on the palate ranges from cherry to plum. Miracle One // Carneros, California 2008 65 Strawberry and raspberry explode. Made by Nashvillian Ryan Donnelly, a 2001 graduate of Father Ryan HS. Pillow Road Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 Supple plum and black cherry fruit and silky texture. Medium-bodied. 75

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Cumbre of Vine Hill, Hicks Vineyard // Santa Cruz, California 2005 79 Raspberry and orange, with just a hint of bitters. Mouth-flooding flavors of silky raspberries, nutmeg and ginger.

14-11 Esterlina // Anderson Valley, California 2007 79 Ripe black cherry, plum, earthy mushroom and spicy cinnamon flavors. Fans of Goldeneye will like this.

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14-23 Siduri // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 89 Shows wonderful richness, density, depth and concentration, with pure, ripe, sharply focused wild berry, blackberry and black cherry fruit that has great structure. 93 WS. 1-12 Patz and Hall "Chenoweth Ranch" // Russian River Valley, California 2007 90 Intense, rich, ripe and vibrant, showing loads of blackberry, wild berry and raspberry fruit, with floral and spicy scents. 93 WS. Failla, Keefer Ranch Vineyard // Russian Riiver Valley, California 2007 90 Shows excellent balance, with spice, wild raspberry, loamy earth and hints of tea and herb. 91 WS. Saintsbury, Lee Vineyard // Carneros, California 2007 95 Shows wonderful richness, density, depth and concentration, with pure, ripe, sharply focused wild berry, blackberry and black cherry fruit that has great structure. 93 WS. Loring, Durell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 99 Combines subtlety with finesse. Elegant layers of plum, black cherry and wild berry fruit that's delicate, floral and spicy. 92 WS. Loring, Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99 Ripe, firm, vivid blackberry, wild berry, black cherry, anise and mineral notes that are full-bodied and subtle. 50 cases made. 92 WS. Loring, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2008 99 Gentle and supple-textured, yet firm and structured, with ripe plum, black cherry and wild berry fruit. 92 WS. Loring, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 99 Serves up a rich, layered array of spicy wild berry, black cherry, wilted rose and raspberry flavors that are fresh and vibrant. Full-bodied, gaining depth and richness on the finish. 93 WS. Loring, Brosseau Vineyard // Chalone, California 2008 99 Firm and spicy, complex and concentrated, with a rich, vivid core of wild berry, blackberry, raspberry and mineral. 93 WS. Loring, Russell Family Vineyard // Paso Robles, California 2009 99 Full-bodied, dense and concentrated, featuring a rich, pure mix of dark berry fruit built around blackberry and wild berry jam, cherry and plum flavors. This is a jam-packed, extracted Pinot, but also one of measurable finesse. 94 WS.

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13-29 Loring, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 99 Ripe and fleshy, with a gorgeous and generous array of wild berry, raspberry, plum and spice flavors that are full-bodied, and at points both firm and delicate. The finish unfolds to reveal touches of mineral and spice. 94 WS. 2-4 A.P. Vin, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 Intense, spicy and vibrant, black cherry and berry fruit that fans out nicely. 93 WS. 99

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12-21 A.P. Vin, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2009 110 This displays excellent richness, focus and density of flavors, with a mix of dark fruit, as well as spicy cola, raspberry, blackberry, black licorice, berry pie, berry jam and mocha notes. The flavors gain depth and complexity. 94 WS. 2-29 A.P. Vin, Keefer Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2007 Fresh and vibrant, with ripe, zesty wild berry and blackberry flavors leading to a fruity finish. 90 WS. 99

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A.P. Vin, Garys Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2007 99 Beautifully crafted, ripe and rich, this is supple, elegant and balanced, offering fleshy plum, blueberry and blackberry flavors. 94 WS.

11-13 A.P. Vin, Gary's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 110 Fresh, firm and vibrant, with a mix of cola-sassafras, wild berry, spice and floral scents. Rich and fullbodied, deep and persistent, featuring a long, pure, focused finish. 93 WS. 14-29 A.P. Vin, Rosella's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120 Ultrarich and layered, boasting complex wild berry, blackberry and plum flavors that tilt toward jam without going overboard. Fleshy, intense and deeply concentrated, the flavors build to a long, saturating finish that covers the palate. 95 WS. 13-30 A.P. Vin, Turner Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2009 110 Ripe and full-bodied, showing plum and wild berry jam flavors that have a spicy allure, gaining depth and persistence on the finish, where the flavors linger. 91 WS. 14-1 Papapietro Perry, Leras Family Vineyard // Sonoma, California 2006 105 Complex and well-proportioned, with a mix of smoky, toasty oak and ripe plum, wild berry and plumy Pinot fruit that's clean and refreshing, ending with mineral-pebble notes. 91 WS. Pali, Durrell Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2008 115 A distinctive style that's dark, rich and layered, deep in black fruits, with ripe plum, blackberry and raspberry flavors. Full-blown and deeply concentrated, yet for all its depth and richness, this remains elegant and refined. 96 WS. Belle Glos "Clark and Telephone" // Santa Maria Valley, California 2008 Concentrated mix of wild berry, blueberry and strawberry flavors, with scents of wild flowers. 91 WS. 115

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Bonaccorsi, Cargasacchi Vineyard // Santa Rita Hills, California 2007 115 Tight, firm and concentrated, with spicy wild berry, black cherry, blueberry, earth and mineral flavors that are full-bodied, complex and persistent on the finish. 91 WS.

16-30 Roar, Garyy's Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 120 Rich and layered, with firm yet supple mineral, plum, cherry, blackberry and strawberry rhubarb flavors that are slow to unfold, gaining depth and dimension. 92 WS. 15-19* Goldeneye // Anderson Valley, California 2007 120 Sleek, structured and full-bodied, showing good intensity and vibrancy. Offers dried berry, herb, sage and mineral notes. 30

2-25* Au Bon Climat Isabelle Morgan // Central Coast, California 2007 120 400 cases produced. A blend of the best barrels from the best parcels produced at Au Bon Climat. 16-12 Hanzell // Sonoma, California 2006 130 Deceptively concentrated, smooth and soothing. Ripe and fleshy, with dark fruit, black licorice, mineral and fresh earth flavors. Full-bodied, this gains complexity and depth on the finish. 93 WS. 15-17* Paul Hobbs, Hyde Vineyard // Carneros, California 2008 Intense and savory, with layers of dried berry, currant, herb, mineral and sage. 94 WS. 130

2-21* Landmark, Kanzler Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 135 Very ripe, with great depth, touching on berry jam. Yet this is balanced, complex, focused and pure, with lively wild berry. 94 WS. 2-11* Chasseur, Umino Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 135 Cherry, red plum, boysenberry, raspberry and wild strawberry impressions rise above the Oriental spice notes. 15-9* Chasseur, Freestone Station Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 Red raspberry, red cherry, red plum, and pomegranate lead to a finish that is nearly endless. 4-16 135

Fiddlehead, Fiddlestix Vineyard "Lollapalooza" // Santa Rita Hills, California 2008 155 Blackberry, dark cherry, and graphic-like minerality. Concentrated blueberry and sweet tobacco leaf flavors are rounded by refined chalky tannins and elegant structure. Dark plum and a hint of baker's chocolate linger on the palate. 160

2-13* Paul Hobbs, Lindsay Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 Tasty red plum and black cherry fruit is supple, elegant and delicate. 91 WS.

4-29* DuMOL "Aidan" // Russian River Valley, California 2008 170 Medium dark ruby red; full rich enveloping nose with great complexity and multiple layers. Grassy sour cherry notes darken to violet and subtle truffle tones. Full spectrum of ripe fruit flavors from red currant to darker cherry and early forest floor complexity. 93 WA. 5-17* DuMOL "Estate" // Green Valley, California 2008 180 Clear bright garnet red; multi layered aromas of cranberry and dried flowers becoming red and black cherry with a slight grassy black tea element. Crunchy red fruits dominate the palate entry with red apple skin notes that deepen to typical Green Valley raspberry and cola flavors. Youthful structure becomes suppler with aeration. Tea leaf and baking spice notes on the fresh savory finish. 92 WA.

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Oregon 1-1* A to Z // Oregon 2009 32 Super sexy and spicy on the nose with aromas of apricots, blueberries, Bing cherries, blood oranges, gingerbread, white pepper, sweet Eastern spices, violets, tea and sweet pipe tobacco. In the mouth, the wine has refreshing acidity with silky tannins and rich flavors mirroring the aromatics. Pali "Alphabets" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 45 Rich and penetrating palate of velvety red currant followed by a cherry core that is accented by savory porcini mushroom. Solena "Grand Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 50 Ripe and generous, offering a big mouthful of blackberry and blueberry flavors on a refined, deftly balanced frame, this is broad without a lot of weight. A hint of mineral character adds something extra to the finish. 91 WS. Adelsheim // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 55 With its broad array of origins and clones, this wine displays red aromas (candied cherry, pomegranate and raspberry), on the nose and the palate. In addition, one finds a light touch of brown spices.

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14-12 Cooper Mountain, Reserve // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 60 100% organic and biodynamic certified grapes. It is a three vineyard blend offering up an enticing nose of smoke, underbrush, spice box, floral notes, cherry, and strawberry. Layered on the palate with excellent depth and concentration, this succulent effort is elegant and well-balanced. 90 WA. 4-31* Rocco // Willamette Valleey, Oregon 2008 65 Bright and jazzy, with crisp tannins around a lively core of peppermint-accented raspberry. Stays light and agile as the finish revs up. 92 WS. 1-11 Spindrift "Reserve" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 85 Lithe, supple and distinctive for its delicate raspberry, orange peel and fresh sage aromas and flavors, lingering against fine tannins on the light, appealing finish. 90 WS. Spindrift "Reserve" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90 Silky in texture, this dark, spicy red is fragrant with smoke, toast and mineral overtones as the cherry fruit character rolls nicely through the long finish. NYR.

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3-17* Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2007 90 Superb bouquet of smoke, cinnamon, rose petal, cherry, and cranberry. Spicy, expressive, and mediumbodied on the palate, it displays a racy personality marked by savory flavor and vibrant acidity. 90 WA. 14-24 Domaine Serene "Yamhill Cuvee" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90 Expressive nose of spicy red fruits and considerable terroir character. On the palate the fruit leans to the dark side of the spectrum with intense black cherry and black raspberry flavors as well as excellent grip, balance, and length. 91 WA. 1-7* Penner-Ash // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90 Displays an enticing nose of rose petal, incense, spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry. This leads to a medium-bodied wine with excellent grip, spicy black fruit flavors, good volume, and excellent length. 91 WS. 32

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Alexana, Dundee Hills // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90 Smooth and refined, this features an earthy undertone to the red berry and peppery spice flavors. Finishes with juicy acidity, lingering well. Lynn Penner-Ash is the winemaker. 92 WS. Cancilla Cellars, Reserve // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 90 Chosen from the best four barrels and given an additional six months aging in used Beaux Freres heavy-toasted barrels. This small production beauty (less than 100 cases) exudes black cherry and raspberry. A hidden gem on the wine list. Domaine Drouhin // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 105 Red and black cherry spice box and cedar. Already elegant and lovely, this cuve has excellent weight, balanced with firm acidity and a very long finish. Beaux Freres // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2009 110 It is a medium to full-bodied wine with sweet tannin, low acidity and an intriguing bouquet of foresty underbrush, red currants and black cherries. With a hint of Asian spices it has undeniable charm, silkiness and velvety texture. Ken Wright Cellars, Abbot Claim Vineyard // Yamhill-Carlton District, Oregon 2008 110 Light in weight and texture, with complex, mineral-accented blackberry, red cherry, whole grain and spice flavors that flow easily into the long, expressive finish. 94 WS.

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14-21* Ken Wright Cellars, Nysa Vineyard // Dundee Hills, Oregon 2008 110 Supple, round and graceful, this is impressive for its clarity, centering on gorgeous currant and plum fruit, framed with hints of spice and dried cherry. The finish sails on and on. 94 WS. 2-23* Beaux Freres, The Beaux Freres Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2007 130 Light and fragrant, with a silky core of raspberry and strawberry fruit, shaded with loamy earth and green olive notes. 91 WS. 2-10 Beaux Freres, The Beaux Freres Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 155 Light in color and body, this is deftly balanced to let the gorgeous raspberry, cherry and espresso flavors emerge easily and waft through the long, expressive finish, remarkably without much weight. 93 WS.

15-5* Trisaetum // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 130 Ripe and jazzy, with a vivid range of blackberry, pepper, nutmeg and cream flavors that power seamlessly through the long, dramatic finish. In the end, this shows some welcome transparency and elegance, and the finish sails on for a long time. 94 WS. 16-16 Domaine Serene "Jerusalem Hill" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 150 Lovely bouquet and palate of balsam wood, rose petal, smoke, incense, and a predominance of red fruits. 92 WA. 2-19* Penner-Ash, Shea Vineyard // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 Ripe, round and complex, delivering black cherry, currant and plum flavors. 94 WS. 14-5* Argyle Spirithouse // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2005 Cherry, plum and raspberry flavors hover gracefully. It all lingers beautifully. 93 WS. 150

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Roco "Private Stash" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2007 160 A focus on the dark fruit side of the spectrum. Aromas of spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry lead to a medium-bodied, intensely flavored yet elegant Pinot with layered savory fruit. 93 WA. Roco "Private Stash" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 175 Light on its feet, sailing its pretty plum and currant flavors into a refined cloud of fragile tannins. The finish lingers evocatively. This feels elegant on the surface, but has a swagger underneath. 93 WA. 94 WS.

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15-3* Domaine Serene Grace // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 170 Medium/dark ruby with spicy cherry and raspberry aromas, complex flavors, and a sense of elegance. 93 WA. 2-17* Penner Ash "Pas De Nom" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2007 180 A selection of the winerys best barrels. It delivers a superb nose of toast, spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry. This leads to an elegant, structured wine with excellent depth of flavor. 3-1* Penner Ash "Pas De Nom" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 195 Light on its feet, with gorgeous currant, plum and wet stone aromas and flavors that remain expressive and intense without any apparent weight. The tannins are beautifully integrated, while the finish goes on and on. 250 Cases. 95 WS.

15-13* Beaux Freres The Upper Terrace // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 190 Luscious raspberry, blackberry and black plum fruit, shaded with subtle hints of peppermint. 94 WS. 15-15* Beaux Freres "The Upper Terrace" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 195 Elegant, refined and beautifully focused, layering its red cherry, black cherry, blueberry and currant fruit into a seamless package without tremendous weight. The finish picks up cream, chalk and distinctly mineral notes, and this just doesn't quit. 95 WS.

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INTERNATIONAL France Bourgogne 3-3 A. & P. de Villaine Bourgogne "La Fortune" // Burgundy, France 2007 Fresh cherry, with spice accents. A little dry on the finish. From the proprietor of DRC. Coche-Dury Bourgogne // Burgundy, France 2009 Even the Bourgogne from this esteemed producer sets itself apart. 59

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Cote Chalonnaise Village Claudie Jobard Rully "La Chaume" // Burgundy, France 2009 68 Soft entry, with bright ripe black cherry fruit leading the way. The structure comes through on the back end, with some earthy spice showing as well.

Cotes de Beaune Premier Cru 3-29* Louis Jadot Beaune 1er Boucherottes // Burgundy, France 2006 Cherry, spice earth and iron notes course throughout from start to finish. 91 WS. 120

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Bouchard Pere & Fils Volnay 1er Clos des Chenes // Burgundy, France 2007 140 Raspberry and cherry flavors, integrated tannins as this unfolds and lingers on the long, berry- and spice-filled finish. 91 WS.

Cotes de Nuits Village 3-4 Chanson Pere & Fils Gevrey-Chambertin // Burgundy, France 2005 120 A modern style, exhibiting black cherry and dark plum notes, with a touch of chocolate. The polished frame has dense tannins to back it up, and the finish lingers. 89 WS. Bouchard Pere et Fils Nuits-St.-Georges // Burgundy, France 2009 Intense aromas of berry fruit and spice. 125

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Premier Cru 4-1 Domaine Tortochot Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Les Champeaux // Burgundy, France 2009 Masculine with smoky red berry and tobacco flavors. Very structured in the mouth. Nicolas Potel Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Les Pruliers // Burgundy, France 2006 Redcurrant, licorice and oak aromas. Ripe and sweet with red berry and good acidity. 155

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Domaine Dujac Vosne-Romanee 1er Les Beaux Monts // Burgundy, France 2007 240 Jasmine, lily, and black tea perfume A tart berry edge to its ripe fruit as well as intense inner-mouth perfume, ginger, cumin, and star anise all inform a long finish. This has real complexity. 91 WA.

13-21* Domaine Perrot-Minot Chambolle-Musigny 1er Les Echanges // Burgundy, France 2007 240 Deep red. Smoky red and black berries complicated by mocha. A round, rather easygoing wine that finishes with dusty tannins and good length. 90 Tanzer. 13-27* Domaine Perrot-Minot Nuits-St.-Georges 1er La Richemone Vieilles Vignes // Burgundy, France 2007 This is round, supple and generous, showing black cherry, vanilla and mineral notes. 91 WS. 240

Grand Cru 3-15* Domaine Louis Latour Corton Clos de la Vigne au Saint Grand Cru // 130 Burgundy, France 2002 This parcel has perfect southerly exposure on the hill of Corton and lies on a bedrock outcrop towards the bottom of the slope. This wine is concentrated, rich and expressive in its abundant aromatics. It is mineral-driven, more elegant than powerful. Domaine Louis Latour Chambertin "Cuvee Heretiers" Grand Cru // 215 Burgundy, France 1997 Displays a robust alliance of intense fruit and noble soil with the vigor and concentration of fine and fully-mature Pinot Noir grapes. It is complemented by a firm, intense finish which mellows out in time and attains heightened complexity with further ageing. Domaine Gabriel Tortochot Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 225 A background trace of wood sets off reticent but pure and earth red, blue and violet aromas that are followed by wonderfully intense, dense and powerful broad-shouldered flavors that both coat and stain the palate. 93 Burghound. Nicolas Potel Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 240 An attractive smoky component is reminiscent of the sweet aromas of burning vine cuttings. There are firm tannins, yet overall this red is elegant and fresh, with fine length. 92 WS. Emmanuel Rouget Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 250 A sweet, spicy profusion of cinnamon, ginger, cocoa powder, lily perfume, maraschino, and kirsch soar. The palate exhibits unexpected depth and richness of roasted meats, chalk, and saline savor, though to be sure, the bright red fruits and spices never flag. 94 WA.

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16-15 Dominque Laurent Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2006 325 Cedar, concentrated beef bouillon, liqueur-like black fruits and quarry dust rise from the glass of Laurent's 2006 Clos De La Roche Vieilles Vignes, whose three growers are situated in what he calls "the Clos within the 'Clos'." 96 WA. 5-27 Bouchard Pere et Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2009 450 Intense aromas of red fruit and terroir, with oaky touches. In a superb ensemble, this wine is a blend of the elegance of its terroir and the power of its Grand Cru standing. NYR. Bouchard Pere et Fils Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 450 Complex bouquet of red berry fruit with a hint of spice and an oaky note. Dazzling elegance on the palate, with a perfect blend of finesse and raciness. NYR.

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13-23 Domaine Leroy Clos Vougeot Grand Cru // Burgundy, France 2007 1350 Ripe plum, cherry and their pits; roasted meats; salt and crushed stone are all prominent in a Pinot of formidable aromatic and gustatory intensity; abundant but refined tannin; and a reverberative finish that rings changes on your palate. 95 WA

Argentina 1-29* Calathus // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 Black cherry and black raspberry lead to a silky, medium-bodied Pinot. 90 WA. 3-31 55

Bodega Chacra Cincuenta y Cinco // Patagonia, Argentina 2007 190 Rose petal, crushed cherry and sandalwood aromas that lead the way for supple, stylish cherry and red currant fruit.

New Zealand 1-31 Yealands // Marlborough, New Zealand 2008 Tight and beautifully focused, delivering a juicy mouthful of raspberry, wild strawberry and pomegranate flavors that linger on the sleek, bright finish. 91 WS. 40

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MERLOT 4-7 Clos du Val // Napa Valley, California 2005 60 Sweet black cherry fruit aromas with hints of cassis and black olive; medium-bodied with dark cherry and blackberry fruit. Wild Oak by St. Francis // Sonoma County, California 2004 Cherry and berry aromas blend with dark berries and a hint of chocolate on the palate. 70

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Grgich Hills // Napa Valley, California 2005 75 Soft and supple, displaying dusty cedar and red currant aromas, with elegant, well-focused plum, espresso and roasted dill flavors. Reynolds Family, Stags Leap District // Napa Valley, California 2006 75 Coffee and berry fruit intermixed with hints of toasty oak, sweet cherries, and barbecue smoke. Steltzner, Estate Stag's Leap District // Napa Valley, California 2007 Satisfying flavors of blueberries and cream with hints of cherries and some vanilla and oak notes from the barrels. There are nice dry tannins throughout that are well integrated and provide a long satisfying finish. Very Right Bank. 75

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Shafer // Napa Valley, California 2007 85 Dark and muscular, with blackberry and graphite aromas and youthful, concentrated black cherry and mocha fruit that show notes of roasted herb, with a hint of game. 92 WS. Pahlmeyer // Napa Valley, California 2006 85 Exhibits sweet chocolate, mocha, cola, black cherry, and plum aromas and flavors as well as full body, a sumptuous, dense texture, and no hard edges. The beautifully integrated acidity, tannin, and wood result in a hedonistic, mouthfilling, luscious Merlot. 94 WA. Pahlmeyer // Napa Valley, California 2007 95 This sumptuous wine offers beautiful melted chocolate, cocoa, and espresso notes intermixed with black cherry, plum, fig, and blackberry fruit. 96 WA. Cakebread // Napa Valley, California 2006 105 Concentrated black cherry and plum flavors balanced by bright acidity and round, supple tannins, concluding in a long, elegant finish that showcases a refreshing minerality. Blackbird "Arise" // Napa Valley, California 2007 110 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, exhibits a forest floor, Burgundian-like component. 92 WA. Terralsole "Coldoro" // Tuscany, Italy 2005 Very fresh and clean, with strawberry and floral character. Full-bodied, with good fruit. 110

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Pride Mountain // Sonoma-Napa Counties, California 2007 125 Lush and rich, yet impeccably structured, with bold red currant and toasty mocha aromas and layered flavors of ripe plum, loamy earth and spice, finishing with big but ripe tannins. 94 WS.

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SHIRAZ 16-6 John Duval Entity" // Barossa Valley, Australia 2006 85 Blackberry, currant and subtle spices, remaining fresh and brilliant through the long, persuasive finish. 92 WS. Torzi Matthews Frostdodger // Barossa Valley, Australia 2005 Full bodied with dried cherry, raspberry, dark mint chocolate and new leather flavors. 100

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Mitolo Revier // Barossa Valley, Australia 2006 100 The distinctive flavor profile hits some mint, cedar and red berry notes, touching on guava as the finish lingers. 90 WS. Mitolo Savitar // McLaren Vale, Australia 2006 140 Blueberry and wild blackberry flavors poking through a layer of fine-grained tannins, finishing with real refinement. 90 WS. Glaetzer "Amon Ra" // Barossa Valley, Australia 2009 Consistently considered one of the best Australian wines, this is Ben Glaetzer's top bottling. 155

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Greenock Creek Apricot Block // Barossa Valley, Australia 2005 160 Firm and chewy, with gritty tannins around a glowing core of blackberry and spice flavors, lingering on the weighty finish. MollyDooker Carnival of Love // McLaren Vale, Australia 2007 Blueberry and Asian spices, with swirls of plum and other berries as the finish rolls on. 95 WS and #9 Wine of 08! MollyDooker Enchanted Path // McLaren Vale, Australia 2006 A structured wine with intense, spicy black fruit flavors, full-body, and superb balance. 160

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4-27* Penfolds "Grange" // South Australia 2004 455 Smooth and seductive, this delivers a full-throated chorus of currant, plum, blackberry and spice flavors, hinting at coffee and cardamom as the finish floats and sails easily over a bed of polished, refined tannins. A touch of black olive balances nicely against it all. Beautifully structured, expressive and very long. 99 WA. 98 WS.

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SYRAH 5-1 Tensley // Santa Barbara County, California 2009 48 Bright notes of raspberry, red stone fruits, and minerals with a deep, jammy core of black fruits and berries with hints of chocolate, violets and smoked meat. There is a floral note to the nose and a streak of earth to the lush, smooth palate. NYR. This is one of America's most consistent and highly praised Syrah producers. Stolpman // Santa Ynez Valley, California 2007 52 Elegant, with a mineral quality contributing energy. Dark berry flavors linger on the long finish. 92 Tanzer. 5-8 Whetstone, Guidici Family Vineyard // Sonoma Coast, California 2005 60 Wild berry, plum, spice and pepper finishing with a persistent mix of complex flavors and tannins. 90 WS. Cristom // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2004 65 Distinctly peppery, with lots of ground pepper mingling with the bright, juicy blackberry and plum flavors. Surh Luchtel // Napa Valley, California 2003 65 Displays complex aromas of blackberry, earth and leather. In the mouth, the broad, rich flavors of game and smoked meats. Efeste Ceidleigh // Red Mountain, Washington 2007 70 Open-textured and welcoming, this brims with gorgeous currant, plum, boysenberry, star anise and cream flavors, lingering on the finish unencumbered by tannins or excess oak. 93 WS. Steele "Stymie" // Lake County, California 2006 70 Excellent New World fruit aromas and flavors of berry, cherry, bacon and a touch of nutmeg and cinnamon. Novy // Russian River Valley, California 2006 80 A sleek, elegant style that's balanced, slowly building depth, with tight dark berry, pepper and spice. 93 WS. JC Cellars "Fess Parker" // Santa Barbara, California 2007 80 Tastes like a northern Rhone with lots of white pepper, roasted herb, licorice, blackberry, and crme de cassis notes. 93 WA. Ridge Lytton West // Dry Creek Valley, California 2005 90 Dark and intense with plush berry, earth and mineral flavors that are intense, with a dash of herb and cedar. Bonaccorsi, Larner Vineyard // Central Coast, California 2006 105 Stunning nose of acacia flowers, blueberries, and black raspberries, a full-bodied mouthfeel, sweet, silky tannins. 92 WA.

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Efeste "Jolie Bouche", Boushey Vineyard // Yakima Valley, Washington 2008 105 Focused, sharply defined and beautifully expressive, this packs an enormous range of red berry, pomegranate, tomato leaf and roasted beet flavors into a taut, savory jet of deliciousness. Stylish, balanced and raucous all at the same time. 95 WS. McCrea Cuvee Orleans // Columbia Valley, Washington, 2004 110 Black cherry, and blueberry. Silky on the palate. 6% Viognier. Stunning Cote-Rotie style blend. 90 WA. Martinelli Terra Felice // Russian River Valley, California 2004 Rich flavors and aromas of plum, violets, and tobacco. Pair this wine with game. 120

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JC Cellars, Halley Rockpile Vineyard "Rockpile" // Sonoma, California 2006 125 Intense and vibrant, with rich, full-bodied blackberry, wild berry and blueberry fruit that's deep and concentrated. 95 WS. Darioush // Napa Valley, California 2004 130 Brimming with ripe, supple black cherry and blackberry fruit that's pure, plump and plush. 94 WS. Craggy Range Le Sol // Hawkes Bay, New Zealand 2005 160 2005 Le Sol is simply an incredible wine, a massive nose of black plum, game and a touch of tar, the palate full-bodied with robust tannins and just like the great Northern Rhone producers, delivers a svelte, elegant finish that belies the powerful fruit that charges this wine along. If you doubt New Zealand can make world-class wines, then try this. 95 WA.

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ZINFANDEL 5-19* Rombauer // California 2009 55 Opening with a burst, this wine boasts aromas of blackberry and boysenberry jam. On the palate, rich, juicy fruit loaded with ripe wild berries, plum, fig and black cherry flavors. Supple tannins and smooth oak notes show in the lush, mouth-filling finish. 5-21 Sanctuary, Mariah Vineyard // Mendocino, Lake County, California 2006 55 Sleek and well-focused, with black cherry and spice aromas and lively plum and smoky licorice flavors. 88 WS.

15-31* Seghesio "Old Vine" // Sonoma County, California 2008 60 Dense and powerful, with blackberry, sage and olive aromas that lead to deep, slightly rustic flavors of huckleberry and white pepper. 90 WS. 14-2 Black Dog Cellars, Haney Family Estate // Russian River Valley, California 2007 60 A refined style, offering generous aromatics of bright cherry and blueberry with a tinge of oak. Soft yet supple on the palate, the wine glides through a myriad of fruits, ending pleasantly with vanilla and chocolate notes. Ridge // Paso Robles, California 2006 75 Rustic and chewy, with black cherry, herb and mineral aromas and concentrated raisin, pepper and smoke. Novy, Papera Ranch Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2009 75 Jammy and easygoing, with raspberry and tons of smoky toast aromas and juicy cherry and spicy vanilla flavors. Williams Selyem, Feeney Vineyard // Russian River Valley, California 2006 90 Exhibits deep, peppery, earthy, herbal notes intermixed with black raspberry, sweet cherry, and damp earth. It is full-bodied and has lots of glycerin, power, and a long finish. 92 WA. Deerfield Ranch, Buchignani-Garcia Vineyard Old Vine Reserve // 90 Dry Creek Valley, California 2006 Erupts in wild berry, currant, cola, leather, mocha and peppery spice flavors that are so rich and deep and long-lasting. Pricey, but sets a benchmark for Zinfandel. Only 550 cases were produced. 95 WE. Martinelli "Lolita Ranch" // Russian River Valley, California 2007 125 Aromas of spice box, ground pepper, ripe strawberries, meat juices, roasted herbs, and damp forest floor. 95 WA.

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MALBEC 5-29 Vina Cobos "Felino" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 38 Vina Cobos is Paul Hobbs' Argentine winery. Purple color; floral notes, black cherry and blueberry; layered, velvety-textured, over-delivers. 91 WA. Bodega Luigi Bosca Lujan de Cuyo Reserva // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 54 Dark, with a core of plum, melted fig and iron covered by dark cocoa and espresso. A flash of minerality peeks in on the long, rich finish. 90 WS. Norton "Privada" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 58 Rich and dense, offering beautifully detailed mocha, boysenberry, fig and black currant notes, all framed by alluring spice, anise and graphite, with a long, rich finish. 92 WS. Bodegas Familia Humberto Barberis Gran Reserva // Mendoza, Argentina 2004 65 Shows a maturing hint, with soft plum, fruit cake and cocoa powder notes carried by fine-grained structure. Soft, smoky finish. Tikal "Amorio" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 65 A glass-staining opaque purple, it offers up a splendid bouquet of sandalwood, Asian spices, incense, black cherry, and blackberry. 93 WA. Catena "Alta" // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 99 Ripe and concentrated, boasting vibrant aromas and flavors of crushed blackberry, raspberry and cassis, which unfold to reveal layers of spice, licorice and sweet oak as hints of graphite fill the long, juicy finish. This has power, but is well-balanced. 93 WS. Achaval-Ferrer "Finca Altamira" // Mendoza, Argentina 2005 140 Starts with a gorgeous nose of crushed plum and bluebell aromas before following up with a very concentrated but deftly balanced palate of plum sauce, spice, blueberry, boysenberry and sweet black licorice, all held together by a vibrant, minerally spine. The finish is superlong and supersilky. 94 WS. Vina Cobos "Bramare", Marchiori Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 140 Vina Cobos is Paul Hobbs' winery in Argentina. A big, ripe, powerful rendition of Malbec, with boysenberry, linzer torte and loganberry fruit pumping along mocha-infused toast. The lush finish is loaded with velvety tannins that let the fruit drip on. An impressive, hedonistic style. 93 WS. Alta Vista "Alto" // Mendoza, Argentina 2007 150 A glass-coating opaque purple color, it exhibits a brooding, Bordeaux-like bouquet of exotic spices and black fruits. Combines elegance with power70% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. 95 WA. Bodega Catena Zapata, Nicasia Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 160 Dense and layered, with loads of braised fig, currant paste, crushed plum and macerated blackberry fruit. 95 WS. Bodega Catena Zapata, Adrianna Vineyard // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 160 This is powerfully rendered, with dark fig, black tea, melted licorice and plum sauce notes cascading over one another. 94 WS.

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DOMESTIC California 6-15 Little Lion Wine Company "The Rule" // Napa Valley, California 2008 44 Owner Tony Leonardini's number one rule is to let the vineyard do the work, as such, there is little manipulation in this wine. Just solid Napa Cab. Ladera, Lone Canyon Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 70 Herb, dried currant, smoky oak and cedary tobacco notes. Has nice balance, with a persistent finish. 91 WS.

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6-21* Caymus // Napa Valley, California 2008 90 Openly fruit, rich, lush and layered, serving up a complex mix of plum, blackberry, black licorice and spices. Full-bodied and supple-textured, ending with a long, persistent finish that keeps repeating the core flavor themes. 93 WS. 6-25 Hidden Ridge // Sonoma, California 2004 95 Intense, perfumed plum and blackberry fruit that's well-centered and well-proportioned, finishing with firm tannins. 92 WS.

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14-17 Ramey Claret // Napa Valley, California 2007 95 Bordeaux-like in its subtlety and restraint, yet rich, flavorful, full-bodied and expansive, with a mix of cedar, currant, cigar box, tar and mineral. Firm and focused, its elegance and refinement are impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. 93 WS. 6-24 Luna // Napa Valley, California 2005 95 Supple and harmonious, with herb, dried currant, anise, sage and dusty berry flavors that offer subtle hints of spice, floral and sandalwood. Groth // Napa Valley, California 2008 Big and lush with huge gobs of fruit, yet possessing a soft and supple finish. 99

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12-25 Ferrari-Carano "Tresor" // Sonoma County, California 2006 115 Ripe, fleshy currant, black cherry and plum flavors, with spicy, herbal, cedary notes. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. 92 WS. 13-13 Xtant // Napa Valley, California 2004 115 A rich, graceful and seductive style that exhibits layers of ripe plum, currant and jazzy smoky, toasty oak, with hints of mocha that fan out on the palate. Ends with ripe, supple tannins and a long, elegant finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec. 94 WS. 4-20 Veraison, Stagecoach Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 115 Firm and intense, with complex loamy earth, spice, dried currant, sage and mineral. Full-bodied and intense, a touch rustic at midpalate, with a dense, layered finish. 92 WS.

12-29* Miner Family Vineyards "The Oracle" // Napa Valley, California 2005 115 Aromas of dark cherry and caramel segue into flavors of spicy plum, ripe blackberry with hints of cedar and coffee backed by requisite acidity and supple, generous tannins. 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 14% Merlot, 7% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot. 12-31* Miner Family Vineyards "The Oracle" // Napa Valley, California 2006 100 Herbal and earthy, full-bodied and concentrated, with chewy tannins. Tight and closed, slowly revealing loamy currant flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot. 6-27 Altamura // Napa Valley, California 2006 125 Gorgeous, rich, supple and juicy blackberry-laced Cabernet flavors that are bold and intense, yet supple and refined, with complex mocha, roasted herb, espresso and anise flavors that combine power with finesse. 94 WS. Altamura // Napa Valley, California 2007 155 A profound effort, offering wonderful purity of flavor, with tiers of anise and black licorice, generous yet structured and elegant. This shows both power and finesse, ending with a wonderful burst of dark berry fruit. 96 WS. Ladera, Howell Mountain // Napa Valley, California 2006 125 Dense, plush, rich and concentrated, wall-to-wall flavors, with layers of black cherry, black currant, black licorice, mineral and graphite. Full-bodied and tightly wound with firm tannins, yet finishes with a mix of juicy berry and mineral flavors. 94 WS. 140

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Silver Oak // Alexander Valley, California, 2005 140 A nose of black cherry, clove, cinnamon, lavender and licorice. It is seamless on the palate with a solid core of berry. Robert Craig, Howell Mountain // Napa Valley, California 2007 155 There is something here reminiscent of a top-notch La Mission Haut-Brion, whether it is the subtle charcoal/burning embers character, the blue and black fruits, the hint of espresso roast, the saturated purple color, or the full-bodied, powerful flavors. 96 WA.

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13-31 Orin Swift "Mercury Head" // Napa Valley, California 2008 155 The aroma is of dark chocolate and toasty caramelized oak. There is also a hint of seasoned cedar and rose petals. A big entry leads into a soft mid-palate with bright acidity and mouth coating weight. Flavors of ripe black currant and semi-sweet cherries exit into a long finish with strong well integrated tannins. NYR. 7-6 Nickel and Nickel, C.C. Ranch Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155 C.C. Ranch sits along the slope of a knoll west of the Silverado Trail. N&N produces wine from 15 acres of this vineyard. Nickel and Nickel, John C. Sullenger Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155 The home vineyard of N&N, the vineyard is situated in the heart of Oakville. Its 30 acres are planted exclusively to Cab. 91 WS. Nickel and Nickel, John C. Sullenger Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2007 175 Aromas of subtle smoke, graphite and black fruits lead to a palate of blackberries and black cherries. 91 WA. Nickel and Nickel, Rock Cairn Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2006 155 Dry-farmed site is comprised of deep, gravelly loam with a western exposure. N&N selects grapes from nine acres. Robert Mondavi, Reserve // Napa Valley, California 2006 Earthy currant, blackberry and plum, with hints of herb, mocha and black licorice. 96 WS 160

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Robert Mondavi, Reserve // Napa Valley, California 2007 200 A wonderful expression of stylish Cabernet that's ripe, fleshy, complex and layered, highlighting ripe currant, wild berry and blueberry, with touches of cedar and cigar box. The flavors gain traction on the finish. 95 WS. Crocker and Starr "Stone Place" // Napa Valley, California 2007 160 Vibrant black currant and dark cherry are followed by raspberry, vanilla, lavender and stones. The mid-palate brings exotic notes of cocoa, espresso bean, dried lavender and rose petals, while moving into the finish with minerality, spice and cigar box. NYR. 160

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7-11* Hall Kathryn Hall // Napa Valley, California 2006 A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins and a currant core. 96 WS.

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Forman // Napa Valley, California 2005 160 One of the finest examples made at this estate in many years. His goal is to produce a California version of Haut-Brion or Ausone, or even better, a combination of those two renowned Bordeaux. A deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by a sumptuous bouquet of white flowers, black fruits, and crushed rocks. 93 WA. Forman // Napa Valley, California 2007 160 The color is a healthy dense purple, and the bouquet reveals plenty of creme de cassis, licorice, wood smoke, and forest floor notes, a soaring, multidimensional, velvety, full-bodied texture, and ripe tannins. 95 WA. Rodney Strong "Rockaway" // Napa Valley, California 2006 Intense, concentrated and richly flavored, with layers of loamy currant, anise, blackberry, mineral and sage. 94 WS. PlumpJack, Oakville Estate // Napa Valley, California 2005 Full-bodied, chewy effort displaying flavors of black currants, blueberries, and spice. 92 WA. 165

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PlumpJack, Oakville Estate // Napa Valley, California 2008 185 Flawlessly put together, with delicate tannins, full body, but elegance combined with power, this impressively pure, layered, multi-dimensional Cabernet Sauvignon is already drinkable. 95 WA. Caymus "Special Select" // Napa Valley, California 2007 215 Mix of ripe currant, cassis, plum, black cherry and blackberry fruit that's pure and complex. 96 WS.

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13-9* Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red // Napa Valley, California 2005 180 Black cherry, wild berry, currant and cherry kirsch flavors that are bold, rich and persistent, ending with intensity. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. 94 WS. 7-17 Vineyard Seven and Eight "Estate" // Napa Valley, California 2007 180

Beautiful blueberry and floral notes intermixed with camphor, creme de cassis, licorice, and forest floor. Fullbodied, with terrific texture, sweet tannin, and fabulous length and concentration. 94 WA.

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Groth "Reserve" // Napa Valley, California 2007 190 Dense, rich, chewy beam of dried currant, mineral, graphite, black cherry and blackberry fruit that's intense and full-blown, both flexing its muscle while displaying deft finish. 94 WS. Stags Leap Wine Cellars "S.L.V." // Napa Valley, California 2007 190 Dark fruit tones (blackberry, black plum) that typically come from the vineyard, as well as notes of cassis, bramble, Chinese five-spice, caramel and vanilla. There is an elegant mineral quality on the nose and lingering finish. 91 WA.

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13-14 Merryvale "Profile" // Napa Valley, California 2007 200 Exhibits an opaque purple color along with classic tobacco leaf, black currant, spicy oak, chocolate, licorice, and graphite characteristics. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, and 4% Malbec. 94 WA. 7-23 Buccella // Napa Valley, California 2007 200 Extraordinary fragrance of blue and black fruits intermixed with spring flowers, a hint of white chocolate and subtle smoke. In the mouth, more graphite notes are present, but the wine is very fullbodied, with sweet tannins and good acidity. 96 WA. 47

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Dominus // Napa Valley, California 2007 200 Deep ruby/purple-colored with a sweet nose of incense, cedar wood, black currants, black cherries, licorice, and a subtle hint of roasted herbs, it is an expansive, savory, opulent wine with a full-bodied mouthfeel, silky tannins, and sensational concentration. 98 WA. Juslyn, Estate // Napa Valley, California 2006 200 Displays a dense purple color along with a beautiful bouquet of spring flowers, blue and black fruits, and graphite. The perfumed aromatics are accompanied by sweet tannin, full-bodied power, and a beautiful integration of wood, acidity, and tannin. This is a strikingly graceful, elegant Cabernet with considerable flavor intensity. 95 WA. Staglin // Napa Valley, California 2006 225 Rich, focused, supple, plush and layered, showing amazing purity of flavor, with tiers of black currant, black cherry, mineral, sage, anise and cedar. Yet for all its flavor, it's the seductive textural fleshiness that's perhaps most striking. 96 WS. Staglin, 25th Anniversary Selection // Napa Valley, California 2007 275 A pure and seductive style, with enticing aromas of mocha, baking spices, melted chocolate, ripe plum, black cherry and black licorice that are supple, elegant, balanced, rich and layered, ending with an amazingly long and persistent finish. 98 WS.

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7-31* Paul Hobbs, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2005 225 Dried currant, wild berry, fresh earth and toasty, smoky oak, ending with a long, persistent finish. 97 WS. 600 Cases Produced. 13-15* Opus One // Napa Valley, California 2007 285 Two of the strongest wines ever made at Opus One, the 2007 has terrific black currant fruit, licorice, incense, and subtle smoke, an opulent, even voluptuous mouthfeel, dazzling purity and texture, and a skyscraper-like mouthfeel. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. 95 WA. 7-25* Shafer Hillside Select // Napa Valley, California 2004 295 Black currant liqueur intermixed with toasty new oak, charcoal, smoke, and barbecue spices. 97 WA. 7-27* Shafer Hillside Select // Napa Valley, California 2005 295 A black purple color, stunningly sweet fruit, and a gorgeous bouquet of underbrush, forest floor, crme de cassis, lead pencil shavings, and toasty barrique are found in this ripe, full-bodied, deep, stunningly well-balanced, substantial wine with undeniable complexity as well as richness. 97 WA. 7-29* Shafer Hillside Select // Napa Valley, California 2006 295 A candidate for one of the top wines of the vintage, it reveals beautiful aromas and flavors of grilled meats and herbs intertwined with extravagant amounts of blackberry and cassis fruit, licorice, and charcoal. Extremely full-bodied, pure, deep, and layered. 97 WA. 8-1** Lewis "L Cuvee" // Napa Valley, California 2006 350 Smooth, rich and creamy, with mocha-laced plum and black cherry fruit that's elegant, stylish, fullbodied and complex, ending with a long, firm, concentrated finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 93 WS.

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14-13* Paul Hobbs, Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2007 360 Notes of graphite, black currant liqueur, licorice, cedar, and spice box are found in this full-bodied, multidimensional, fabulously concentrated wine. 98 WA. 14-28 Araujo, Eisele Vineyard // Napa Valley, California 2007 475 Deep plum/ruby/purple hue is accompanied by notes of cassis, blueberries and acacia flowers. 93 WA. 1-32 Bond, Melbury // Napa Valley, California 2007 475 Aromas of cedarwood, barbecue spice, licorice, spring flowers, black currants and sweet kirsch jump from the glass of this dense purple-colored wine. A full-bodied texture, wonderful opulence, sweet velvety tannins and an extraordinary integration of all its component parts make for a prodigious Cabernet Sauvignon. 97 WA. Bond, Pluribus // Napa Valley, California 2007 500 The highest elevation vineyard of all these parcels exhibits tell-tale Spring Mountain characteristics of acacia (or is it violets?) flowers interwoven with blueberry liqueur, black raspberries, cassis and crushed rocks. A wine of great intensity and full-bodied power yet with a freshness and delineation that are remarkable. 98 WA. Bond, Quella // Napa Valley, California 2007 475 A magical combination of blueberry liqueur intermixed with crushed rock, spring flowers (violets?), earth, pen ink and burning ember leads to a full-bodied, majestically rich wine with a multilayered texture, silky tannins and a phenomenally long finish of over 50 seconds. 97 WA. Bond, St. Eden // Napa Valley, California 2007 525 Pauillac look-alike, it offers up glorious aromas of cedarwood, creme de cassis, spice box, high class unsmoked cigar tobacco, roasted herbs and a hint of mocha. The complex aromas brilliantly conceal the long aging in new French oak. 99 WA. Bond, Vecina // Napa Valley, California 2007 600 A prodigious display of blackberries, charcoal, black currants, burning embers and a La Mission-HautBrion-like hot rock/gravelly character. The most tannic as well as most concentrated and layered of the 2007s, this is a long-term, but utterly brilliant wine. 100 WA.

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14-26 Colgin IX Proprietary Red // Napa Valley, California 2005 525 Deep purple in color with an extraordinary nose of scorched earth, blueberries, and black currants intermixed with some subtle charcoal notes, spice, box and spring flowers, it is very full-bodied, but beautifully structured and well-delineated. 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. 97 WA. 14-25 Colgin IX Proprietary Red // Napa Valley, California 2006 600 Reveals the noble sweetness of tannin, the extraordinary rich, intense mouthfeel, and sumptuous aromas of flowers, burning embers, blackberries, blueberries, spice box, and cedar. With extraordinary intensity, beautiful purity, a texture and flavors that build incrementally on the palate, and a significantly long finish, this is a perfect wine. 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. 100 WA. 14-27 Colgin IX Proprietary Red // Napa Valley, California 2007 650 Exhibits aromas of spring flowers, cedarwood, Asian spices, licorice, blueberries, and blackberries. A distinct liqueur of minerals buttresses the full-bodied, massive concentration, giving an overall impression of elegance, purity, and harmony. 100 WA. 49

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Harlan Estate // Napa Valley, California 2007 875 Dense plum/purple-colored with sweet aromas of barbecue smoke, blueberries, blackberries, cassis, licorice, hot rocks and subtle oak, it is a splendidly opulent, pure wine with a skyscraper-like texture as well as stunningly deep fruit that expands gracefully across the palate. The finish lasts nearly a full minute. 100 WA.

Washington 13-17* Dunham Cellars "Trutina" // Columbia Valley, Washington 2006 60 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot, and 3% Syrah. Purple-colored, it reveals an enticing perfume of toasty oak, scorched earth, black cherry, and licorice. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has layers of spicy fruit, excellent depth, outstanding concentration, a firm structure, and plenty of length. 91 WA. 8-8 Cadaretta // Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 75 Dense, complex and distinctive for its earthy, floral, spicy nuances around a rich core of currant and plum fruit, with a supple, deft finish. 91 WS. Columbia Crest, Reserve // Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 90 Highly aromatic, the wine is showing savage notes of wild blackberry and fresh forest scents along with deeper notes of brown baking spices. On the palate, the 2007 Reserve may be even better than the 2005, with a Bordeaux-like expression of concentrated, cocoa-dusted black fruits and terroir driven elements of earth and crushed minerals. 92 WS.

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13-1* Andrew Will Cellars, Champoux Vineyard // Columbia Valley, Washington 2006 135 The 2006 Champoux Vineyard is made up of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Merlot. Purple-colored, it sports an aromatic array of wood smoke, pencil lead, cinnamon, clove, black currant and blackberry. This leads to a mouth-filling wine bordering on opulence. Rich, ripe, and impeccably balanced. 93 WA.

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INTERNATIONAL Argentina 6-10 Bodega Fin del Mundo "Postales" // Patagonia, Argentina 2007 Solid value, showing a plethora of dark fruits. 29

Australia 6-12 Mitolo Jester // McLaren Vale, Australia 2007 56 Crisp, focused and rich, with mint-accented currant and blackberry flavors that linger on the sharpedged finish.

Chile 6-9* Root 1 // Colchagua Valley, Chile 2008 34 Black cherry, plum, soft vanilla and toffee notes highlight this silky Cabernet/Syrah blend. 15% Syrah.

12-26 Von Siebenthal "Montelig" // Aconcagua Valley, Chile 2005 110 A blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Carmenere, and 30% Petit Verdot. Deep crimson-colored, it reveals a complex perfume of pain grille, mineral, scorched earth, blueberry, and blackberry. Powerful, layered, and firmly structured, it has a finish which goes on for over 60-seconds. 93 WA. 13-7 Vina Sena "Sena" // Aconcagua Valley, Chile 2004 135 Purple-colored with a super-expressive nose of toasty oak, earth, graphite, espresso, black currant, and blackberry liqueur with a hint of mint in the background. Typically 3/4 Cabernet, and the balance Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Carmenere. 94 WA.

16-21 Vina Santa Rita Casa Real // Maipo Valley, Chile 2005 140 A dark, brawny style, with coffee and bittersweet cocoa leading the way for black currant and braised fig fruit notes. There's a long, muscular, loam-filled finish. 100% Cabernet. 90 WS.

Lebanon 14-10 Chateau Musar // Bekaa Valley, Lebanon 1994 125 This caramel-colored wine has elegant cedar, vanilla and brown sugar flavors that manage to stay focused. A pretty sweetness lingers on the finish. Uniquely Outstanding, and showing nicely. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, and Carignan.

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OTHER RED BLENDS 16-23* Tikal "Patriota" // Mendoza, Argentina 2008 45 40% Malbec, 60% Bonarda. Purple/black in color, it has a splendid bouquet of cigar box, Asian spices, lavender, black cherry, and plum. Full-bodied, dense, rich, and powerful, this loaded effort has gobs of flavor, succulence, and great length. Only hedonists need apply. 92 WA. 12-20 Alma Negra // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 55 70% Bonarda, 20% Malbec and 10% Cabernet Franc. Dark fruits on the nose lead into flavors of dried cherries. 5-30 Niepoort "Vertente" // Duoro, Portugal 2007 Offers a fine balance between the primary red fruit flavors and the mineral and savory herbal elements. The long, fresh finish of smoke and spice, with hints of French roast. Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Tinta Amarela, Touriga Nacional and others. 89 WS. 60

12-22 Long Shadows "Saggi" // Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 90 43% Sangiovese, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 21% Syrah. It was aged for 18 months in 55% new French oak. Deep purple colored, it displays an expressive perfume of cedar, Asian spices, black cherry, and cassis. 91 WA. 12-24 Achavel Ferrer "Quimera" // Mendoza, Argentina 2006 90 Lots of currant and fig flavors layered with coffee and dark chocolate. Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet, and Cabernet Franc. 90 WS. 3-28 Juslyn "Perry's Blend" // Napa Valley, California 2006 130 47% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot. Possesses seductive, sweet tannins (an anomaly for 2006 mountain Cabernets), a deep ruby/purple color, lots of sweet blue and black fruits, a charming elegance, medium to full-bodied flavors, excellent depth and richness, and impressive purity. 92 WA.

13-3* Andrew Will Cellars, Ciel du Cheval Vineyard // Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 135 45% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot, and 15 % Cabernet Sauvignon aged in 40% new French oak for 20 months. Medium purple in color, it offers up an enticing nose of pain grille, pencil lead, herbs, olives, violets, cassis, and black currant. Ripe, smooth-textured, and mouth-filling, 94 WA. 13-5* Andrew Will Cellars, Two Blondes Vineyard // Columbia Valley, Washington 2006 135 A blend of 43% Cabernet Franc, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 28% Merlot. It offers up aromas of balsam wood, cinnamon, sage, incense, black cherry, and black currant. This is followed by supple, ripe wine with fine-grained tannins, savory flavors, and excellent balance. 92 WA. 14-18 Robert Keenan "Mernet Reserve" // Napa Valley, California 2006 170 A 350-case blend of 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. This is a Spring Mountain version of the famed Bordeaux St.-Emilion, Cheval Blanc. Sweet, rich aromas of subtle menthol, roasted herbs, black currants, black cherries, licorice, and lavender emerge from this fragrant wine. 96 WA. 13-11 Casa Lapostolle Clos Apalta // Colchagua Valley, Chile 2005 199 Rich, velvety palate loaded with currant, fig paste, and black licorice. Carmenre, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. 96 WS. #1 wine of 2008 by WS! 52

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Penfolds "Grange" // South Australia 2004 455 Smooth and seductive, this delivers a full-throated chorus of currant, plum, blackberry and spice flavors, hinting at coffee and cardamom as the finish floats and sails easily over a bed of polished, refined tannins. A touch of black olive balances nicely against it all. Beautifully structured, expressive and very long. Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. 99 WA. 98 WS.

OTHER VARIETAL REDS 12-19 Villa San-Juliette Petit Sirah // Paso Robles, California 2007 44 Savory Asian spice, with vivid black plum and blackberry fruit. It's a big wine, with super acidity to keep it lively. 12-23 Giornata Sangiovese // Paso Robles, California 2006 60 Lots of grip here, highlighted by dark cherry, pencil lead, an iron minerality, light vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. 2-7 Von Siebenthal "Toknar" // Aconcagua, Chile 2006 175 The 2006 Toknar, a 100% Petit Verdot cuvee bottled without filtration. A glass-coating opaque purple/black, the nose offers up an aromatic array of pain grille, pencil lead, scorched earth, licorice, and blackberry. Dense, voluptuous, and thoroughly hedonistic. 95 WA. Von Siebenthal "Tatay de Cristabal 1492" // Aconcagua, Chile 2007 290 The winerys flagship is 100% Carmenere, named after Christopher Columbus. It struts a kinky/sexy nose of wild blueberry, mineral, and earth notes, an out-going personality, beautiful balance, complex flavors, and exceptional length. 97 WA.

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SPANISH REDS 8-3 Onix Priorat // Spain 2007 60 Cherry, herbal and leafy flavors are crisp and fresh in this supple red. There's good focus, with light, firm tannins. Vinedos y Bodegas Garcia Figuero Tinto Crianza // Ribera del Duero, Spain 2005 60 Nose reveals cedar, spice box, violets, mineral, espresso, and black cherry. On the palate notes of balsamic and licorice make an appearance. Tempranillo. Baron de Ley, Gran Reserva // Rioja, Spain 1998 80 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French and American oak followed by 5 years in bottle prior to release. Medium to dark ruby, it offers mature aromas of cedar, spice box, damp earth, red currants, and cherry. 90 WA. Huellas Priorat // Spain 2007 90 80% Garnatxa, 15% Syrah, and 5% Carinena, demonstrates. It displays an expressive nose of mineral, roasted herbs, lavender, and comfiture of black fruits. Smooth textured, rich, and concentrated, it has a bit of structure along with an elegant personality. 91 WA. Noguerals Abellars Priorat // Spain 2005 105 Black cherry, espresso, mineral and smoke flavors in good balance. Garnatxa, Cariena, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. 91 WS. Bodegas Cambrico Rufete // Castilla y Leon, Spain 2004 120 Distinctive character, with black cherry, licorice and floral notes in a gentle texture. 134 Cases made. Rotllan Torra "Tirant" Priorat // Spain 2004 140 Mineral, dark fruits, and cherry with a long caressing finish. 35% Carinena, 35% Garnatxa, 15% Syrah and Cabernet. 91 WA. Conde de Hervias // Rioja, Spain 2004 140 Sexy bouquet of red and dark berries. Mouthfilling red fruit flavors are wrapped in supple tannins. 91 WA. Alion "Alion" // Ribera del Duero, Spain 2006 150 Saturated purple color with a fetching bouquet of sandalwood, smoke, Asian spices, incense, and black cherry confiture. In the mouth it has outstanding volume, kinky spice notes, and savory black fruits. 94 WA. Clos Mogador "Manyetes" Priorat // Spain 2005 160 70% Carinena, 25% Garnatxa, and 5% Syrah. Opaque purple-colored, it reveals an alluring bouquet of crushed rock, scorched earth, black cherry, blackberry, and blueberry. Opulent on the palate, this ripe, chewy effort has gobs of flavor. 94 WA. R. Lopez de Heredia, Vina Bosconia Gran Reserva // Rioja, Spain 1991 165 This mature Tempranillo shows a light brick color, with delicate aromas of spice, dried fruit and rose. Supple and still lively, offering flavors of dried berry, tea, vanilla and spice. 90 WS. Vega Sicilia Unico Gran Reserva // Ribera del Duero, Spain 1996 399 Ethereal bouquet of smoke, pencil lead, violets, leather, incense, black cherry, and blackberry. 95 WA. 54

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Amarone 9-3 Bolla Amarone della Valpolicella // Veneto, Italy 2005 65 The floral, nutty nose blends with raisin on the full- to medium-bodied palate, with firm tannins. Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico // Veneto, Italy 2004 125 The finish is long, silky and pure, with floral notes that add a sense of lift on the close. 91 WA. Nicolis Amarone della Valpolicella Classico "Ambrosan" // Veneto, Italy 2001 135 Has an intriguing nose, offering concentrated currant and raisin, with hints of tar and freshly ground black pepper. Full-bodied, with fine, fruit- and mineral-coated tannins that provide a long, clean-cut finish. 91 WS. Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico // Veneto, Italy 2000 150 Enticing aromas of slightly raisiny fruit, with spices and wet stone. Full-bodied, with a fresh, fruity palate, a good mineral backbone and a long finish. 90 WS. Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella // Veneto, Italy 2001 160 The perfumed red cherry fruit is remarkably fresh for a wine of this age and the plumpness balances the wines tannins with notable elegance. 92 WA.

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Barbaresco 8-22 Rivetto "Ce' Vanin" Barbaresco // Piedmont, Italy 2005 65 Aromas of dried mushroom, tar and rose. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a medium finish. Bright and fruity. Balanced. 90 WS. Ceretto Barbaresco, Asij // Piedmont, Italy 2006 Mixed berry jam on the nose, with hints of citrus fruit. Full-bodied, soft and fruity, with jammy character, round tannins and a delicious finish. Straightforward, fruity and generous. 90 WS. 85

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Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 120 This is impressive for the vintage, with loads of crushed berries and spices, as well as hints of leather and flowers. Full-bodied, with soft and silky tannins and a long finish of sweet fruit. 94 WS. Terralsole Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2003 Full-bodied, with lots of spicy, dried fruit character. Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 Blackberries and blueberries on the nose. Full-bodied, with silky and racy tannin. 91 WS. 125

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16-29 Collemattoni Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 140 Delivers fabulous aromas of crushed raspberries, cherries and strawberries, with flowers and a hint of vanilla bean. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and silky tannins. 95 WS. 8-31 Corte Pavone Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 150 Beautiful aromas of plum, blackberry and chocolate, with hints of spices. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. Long, rich and refined. Classy. 95 WS.

15-29* Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva // Tuscany, Italy 2001 165 Gorgeous aromas of crushed blackberry, rose and mineral follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long, long finish. Rich, layered and powerful. 93 WS. 8-32 Casanova di Neri Tenuta Nuova Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 Offers crushed berries, with flowers and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with silky tannins. 96 WS. 180

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Salicutti "Piagionne" Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2004 180 Possesses striking depth, transparency and weightlessness as it opens up in the glass. This deeplyscented, layered Brunello offers superb pedigree and class in its ripe red cherries, wild herbs, tobacco, spices and licorice, with a powerful blast of melted road tar that provides the final exclamation point.

Chianti / Chianti Classico 9-27* Tramonti Chianti Classico // Tuscany, Italy 2004 Aromas of raisins and spices follow through to a full-bodied palate, with soft tannins. 3-21* Castello d'Albola "Riserva" Chianti Classico // Tuscany, Italy 2005 Fruity, showing dried cherry and berry on the nose and palate, with a mahogany undertone. 1-14 60

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Casa Emma Chianti Classico // Tuscany, Italy 2007 65 Principally produced with Sangiovese grapes, it is a balanced wine, with a rich perfume from which cherry and plum distinguish themselves, combined with a good spice.

13-25* Querciabella Chianti Classico // Tuscany, Italy 2008 70 This Chianti (95% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) opens to reveal a super-elegant expression of fresh berries, flowers and tobacco. 57

"Super Tuscans" 2-1 Tenuta Rocca del MonteMassi "Sassabruna" // Tuscany, Italy 2008 60 Dark cherries and red plums are accented by the barrique with a hint of vanillin, but more so there is a floral component backed up by a dark earthy woodsy tree bark tinge to the nose. On the palate the fruits turn a bit darker towards the blueberries and same plums with the flowers and dark earth flavors staying consistent. Bibi Graetz "Grilli del Testamatta" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 75 Shows beautiful, subtle aromas of sweet berries, vanilla, cream and cherry. Full-bodied, with a tight mouthfeel of silky tannins and fresh fruit Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino. 91 WS. Montepeloso "Eneo" // Tuscany, Italy 2008 90 Sangiovese and Montepulciano based blend. Wines from Montepeloso are reference-point wines for Tuscany. Perenial 92+. NYR. Ca'Marcanda (Gaja) "Promis" // Tuscany, Italy 2008 100 Medium-deep red. Complex, scented nose offers redcurrant, plum, mint and oregano. Juicy, silky and sweet, with highly nuanced flavors of ripe yet fresh red and dark berries complicated by aromatic herbs and flowers. 90 Tanzer. Montevertine // Tuscany, Italy 2007 115 Presents a rich fabric of red fruit framed by silky, impossibly fine tannins. Unlike the 2006 which was much firmer at this stage, the 2007 is ripe, open and beautifully accessible. The wines inner perfume and gorgeous balance render it highly enjoyable even today. Montevertine is Sangiovese with a dash of Canaiolo and Colorino. 93 WA. Orma "Orma" // Tuscany, Italy 2006 125 Tobacco, chocolate, currant and licorice aromas follow through to a full body, with very refined tannins and a long, caressing finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 93 WS. Orma "Orma" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 130 Nose of crushed blueberry and blackberry on this, with aromas of licorice. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. 94 WS. Ca Marcanda (Gaja) Magari // Tuscany, Italy 2006 140 Polished and rich, with lots of crushed raspberry and wet earth aromas that turn to flowers. Angelo Gajas Tuscany project. 92 WS.

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10-25 Ca' Marcanda (Gaja) "Magari" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 130 Gorgeous nose redolent of grilled herbs, menthol, spices and dark fruit. This is a relatively lithe Magari that convinces for its length, balance and finessed personality. Magari is 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Cabernet Franc. 92 WS. 4-13 Tenimenti d'Alessandro "Il Bosco" // Tuscany, Italy 2006 155 Intense licorice, blackberry, mineral, sandalwood and flowers on the nose. Full-bodied, with silky, superpolished tannins that turn to a butterscotch, toffee, berry and chocolate aftertaste, which has just a hint of meat and spice. Tannic and powerful, yet balanced. 95 WS.

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Brancaia "Ilatraia" // Tuscany, Italy 2006 155 Super-ripe dark cherries are intermingled with spices, minerals and French oak in this generous, expansive wine. There is tons of length here to go along with the wines sumptuous, generous personality. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Sangiovese, 10% Petit Verdot. 93 WA. Brancaia "Il Blu" // Tuscany, Italy 2006 160 50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. is a striking wine loaded with vibrant dark, violets, sweet spices and French oak in a powerful, structured style. Naturally the Blu doesnt show the warmth of the Ilatraia but it does possess a touch more freshness and finesse. 95 WA. Antinori, Guado al Tasso // Tuscany, Italy 2006 160 This is racy and refined red shows intense aromas of blackberry, currant and dried flowers that follow through to a full body, with sleek, minerally undertones and superpolished tannins. 65% Cabernet, 30% Merlot, 5% Syrah. 95 WS. Sette Ponti "Oreno" // Tuscany, Italy 2006 170 Loads of black licorice, blackberry and toasty oak. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins. 96 WS. Montevertine "Le Pergole Torte" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 230 The 2007 Le Pergole Torte (Sangiovese) is a rock star wine, and then some. The sheer integrity and purity of the fruit is breathtaking, as is frankly everything about this wine. Wonderfully rich, deep and seductive. 96 WA. Fontodi "Flaccianello" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 250 Sweeps across the palate with sensual layers of candied cherries, violets, spices and minerals. Dark, mentholated notes develop in the glass, adding further dimensions of inner sweetness, weight and complexity to this Tuscan thoroughbred. 96 WA. Tenuta San Guido "Sassicaia" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 285 Explodes onto the palate with masses of rich, opulent fruit that caress the palate with gorgeous length and a seamless beauty that is hard to fully capture. Dark wild cherries, plums, spices, minerals and herbs develop in the glass. This is an especially bold, perhaps slightly uncharacteristic Sassicaia in its extroverted personality. 95 WA.

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9-17** Tenuta dell' Ornellaia "Masseto" // Tuscany, Italy 2007 500 A very powerful and rich Merlot-based red that delivers so much currant bush, tobacco and toasty oak character. Full and layered. Goes on for minutes on the palate. 97 WS.

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Other Italian 9-23 Michel Chiarlo Barbera d' Asti Superiore "Le Orme" // Piedmont, Italy 2008 40 An enticing red, bursting with juicy blackberry, black currant and spice flavors, accented by violet and mineral. The vibrant structure provides focus and persistence. 90 WS.

3-11* Allegrini "Palazzo della Torre" // Veneto, Italy 2007 45 Baby Amarone. Enticing scents of chocolate, espresso, dark fruit, licorice and new leather emerge. 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese. 90 WA. 9-25 Mustilli Grifo di Rocca // Campania, Italy 2005 Made from 100% Aglianico grapes. Plum, blackberry, vanilla, and fennel. 45

9-21* Il Poggione Rosso di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2007 55 Soft, floral wine with pretty red fruits that meld into tobacco, spices and minerals. The wine possesses lovely inner perfume to match its accessible personality. 90 WA. 9-26 Tre Monti "Petrignone" Sangiovese // Romagna, Italy 2006 Intense fleshy fruit, black cherry and spicy notes of black pepper. 60

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Villa Girardi Recioto della Valpolicella // Italy 2003 95 Considered by some to be a desert wine because of its inert sweetness, it is still considerably less sweet than any port. Isola dei Nuraghi "Barrua" // Sardegna, Italy 2006 100 Complex scents of mature red fruits (mainly black cherry), spices, notes of liquorice and hints of myrtle. Primarily Carignano.

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10-3** Gaja Costa Russi// Langhe, Italy 2001 315 A silky, beautiful wine, with plum and berry character. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a caressing texture. 95 WS. 10-1* Gaja Sori San Lorenzo // Langhe, Italy 2001 315 A very silky wine with berry, cedar, and tobacco character. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. 96 WS. 9-31* Gaja Sori Tildin // Langhe, Italy 2001 315 This is pure fruit. Aromas of raspberries, cherries and blackberries jump from the glass. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins. 95 WS.

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Bordeaux Bordeaux Superieur 12-27* Chateau Bel Air // Bordeaux, France 2009 30 This has a good direct core of black currant and dark tobacco, with a loamy hint hanging on the finish. 87 WS. 10-7* Chateau Lescalle, Bordeaux Superieur // France 2005 A nose of ripe fruit, smoke and earth. Supple dark fruit flavors and well integrated tannins. 40

10-11* Chateau Reignac, Bordeaux Superieur // France 2005 70 Notes of graphite, black currant, some sweet cherries, and spice box. It is a medium to full-bodied wine with beautiful concentration, decent acidity, and ripe tannin. 90 WA.

Haut-Medoc 15-25* Chateau Les Grands Chenes // Haut-Medoc, France 2000 65 Not a big wine, but lovely silky and bright fruit character in this. Medium body, fresh finish. 87 WS. 10-9* Chateau Haut Beyzac // Haut-Medoc, France 2005 65 Attractive aromas of cedar, red currants, damp earth, and spice box lead to a medium-bodied, lush palate of black fruits. 10-13 Chateau de Braude // Haut-Medoc, France 2006 70 Silky, with a structured nose of red fruits, vanilla, and small amounts of oak. Elegant and big on the palate. 15-23* Chateau La Tour Carnet // Haut-Medoc, France 2003 90 A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, the 2003 offers both complexity and pleasure. Already sensual and evolved, it reveals soft, sexy notes of plums, figs, black currants, pain grille, and earth. 90 WA. 5-15 Chateau Senejac // Haut-Medoc, France 2005 95 There's lots of grapey character, with blackberry and hints of smoky oak. Full-bodied, with lovely soft tannins and a long, caressing finish. 90 WS.

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Pauillac 10-17* Chateau Duhart-Milon-Rothschild // Pauillac, France 2005 Firm and structured, with hints of graphite, black currants, licorice, smoke, and earth. 92 WA. 16-8 195

Chateau Lynch Bages // Pauillac, France 1989 515 Delivers so much blackberry, leather and dried fruits on the nose. Full-bodied, with ultrapolished tannins and a silky mouthfeel. The palate turns to leaves, cedar and dried berries on the finish, which goes on and on. 96 WS.

10-26 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild // Pauillac, France 1995 525 A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 19% Merlot, it reveals an opaque purple color, and reluctant aromas of cassis, truffles, coffee, licorice, and spice. In the mouth, the wine is "great stuff," with superb density, a full-bodied personality, rich mid-palate, and a layered, profound finish that lasts for 40+ seconds. 95 WA. 16-11 Chateau Pichon-Longueville Baron // Pauillac, France 1989 550 What a nose here, from crushed mulberry to tanned leather to tar. Full-bodied, with big, velvety tannins that are soft and caressing, like cashmere. 95 WS. 95 WA.

Pessac-Leognan 15-21* Chateau Pape Clement // Pessac-Leognan, France 2000 375 A 50/50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine displays loads of scorched earth and smoky barbecue scents along with blueberry, black raspberry and black currant. The wine is expansive, has a savory, broad palate and a full-bodied mouthfeel, yet possesses vivid purity and uplift. 96 WA. 16-3 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion // Pessac-Leognan, France 2005 1200 The Indian spices and blackberry on the nose are so enticing and inspiring, leading to a full-bodied palate, with very polished tannins that caress. Goes on and on as this builds on the palate, with a mineral and berry aftertaste. 97 WS. 97 WA.

Pomerol 10-20 Chateau L'Eglise Clinet // Pomerol, France 2004 220 Violet, blackberry, vanilla and fresh leather follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish. 92 WS. 93WA. 16-10 Vieux-Chateau-Certan // Pomerol, France 2000 515 Dark and brooding, with chocolate, game and berry aromas. Full-bodied and very silky, with refined tannins and a long, lingering finish. 95 WS. 16-9 Chateau La Fleur Petrus // Pomerol, France 2000 525 A deep plum/ruby color is followed by aromas of mocha, kirsch liqueur, loamy soil, spice box, and licorice. It is an opulent, medium to full-bodied, big, substantial yet elegant, precise Pomerol displaying beautiful purity. 93 WA.

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Saint Emillion 1-21* Chateau Grand Bert // St. Emillion, France 2006 65 A powerful nose, large presence in mouth, an almost surprising length on the palate: light and noble leather and currant. 10-19 Chateau Canon // St. Emillion, France 2000 220 Loads of toasted oak on this one, with very ripe fruit character. Full-bodied, and very concentrated, yet the tannins are round and creamy. Smoky finish. 93 WS. 2-31 Chateau Angelus // St. Emillion, France 2005 750 Black purple in color, with coffee, blackberry and currant on the nose. Full-bodied, with supervelvety tannins and a long aftertaste of toasty oak and ripe fruit. 97 WA. 96 WS. Chateau Cheval Blanc // St. Emillion, France 1983 800 A giant of a wine. The complex aromas and thickly textured flavors range from plum and raisin to coffee, minerals and mint. Not so elegant as a typical Cheval; more in the mold of the powerful '47 and legendary '21. 96 WS. Chateau Bellevue-Mondotte // St. Emillion, France 2005 850 Sadly, there are only 4,000 bottles of this inky/purple-hued St.-Emilion. It boasts an extraordinary perfume of graphite, blackberries, cassis, and sweet kirsch intermixed with notes of incense, spice box, licorice, and subtle wood. Stunningly rich with full body, zesty acidity, and high but velvety tannins, the final blend is composed of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 99 WA

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This beauty has a dense purple color to the rim and a classic, noble nose of graphite intermixed with black currant, spice box, licorice, and red and black fruits. Medium to full-bodied with exceptional precision and definition, this beautifully textured wine stands out as one of the most successful wines of this irregular vintage. 93 WS.

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Chateau Montrose // St. Estephe, France 2008 220 An inky/purple color is accompanied by sweet, pure aromas of black fruits and spice. This full-bodied wine exhibits superb concentration, sweet tannin, and a multilayered, textured, full-bodied mouthfeel with no hard edges. 97WA.

Saint Julien 10-14 Chateau Lagrange // St. Julien, France 2005 Currant, mineral, plum and light toasty oak follow through to a full bodied beauty. 93 WS. 200

10-21* Chateau Leoville Las Cases // St. Julien, France 1996 500 The black/purple color is followed by a spectacular nose of cassis, cherry liqueur, pain grille, and minerals. It is powerful and rich on the attack, with beautifully integrated tannin and massive concentration. 100 WA.

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Rhone Valley Cotes du Rhone and Villages 15-27* Chateau St. Cosme Cotes du Rhone // France 2009 40 A lovely floral violet aroma leads the way, followed by good dark berry, tobacco and charcoal notes, with a dash of tarry grip on the finish. 90 WS. 10-23* Feraud-Brunel Cotes du Rhone-Villages // France 2007 50 Really shows the ripeness of the vintage, with a wide, almost exotic range of crushed blueberry, boysenberry and blackberry fruit, liberally layered with graphite, woodspice and tobacco notes. The long, racy finish is filled with graphite and licorice. 91 WS. 16-17 Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Cotes du Rhone Lieu Dit Clavin // France 2007 70 One of the finest wines of the appellation. From an extraordinarily old vine parcel planted just in front of the winery, its dense purple color is followed by abundant berry fruit, licorice, earth, and meat characteristics. 90 WA. 16-18 Tardieu-Laurent Cotes du Rhone Guy Louis // France 2007 75 This wine comes from multiple sectors in the southern Rhone, primarily Rasteau, Cairanne, Coudoulet, and Plan de Dieu. This wine reveals excellent ripeness along with a sexy, alluring personality, copious quantities of strawberry and cherry jam intermixed with cedar, licorice, and garrigue, a superb texture, and gorgeous flesh. Equal parts Grenache and Syrah. 91-93 WA. 11-6 Tardieu-Laurent Cotes du Rhone-Villages Rasteau Vieilles Vignes // Southern Rhone 2007 90 Lush and creamy, with captivating layers of fig sauce, crushed blueberry and succulent black cherry fruit, all backed by well-embedded acidity and a long licorice and floral finish. 92 WS. Chateau Rayas Cotes du Rhone, Chateau de Fonsallette Reserve // Southern Rhone 2006 110 Very stylish, with elegant mulled red cherry, sandalwood and floral notes backed by a long, mineralfilled finish. A lingering hint of shiso leaf adds more length, with solid acidity. 90 WS.

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Chateauneuf-du-Pape 11-20 Feraud-Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2009 90 This is a joint effort between two of Chateauneuf du Pape's finest wine producers, Andr Brunel of Les Cailloux and Laurence Fraud of Pgau. They have fashioned the wines from purchases made in the southern Rhone. 80% Grenache, 12% Mourvedre and 8% Cinsault together with Vaccarese. Ageing in cement tank. 11-1 Lucien and Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Les Cailloux // 90 Southern Rhone, France 2008 Offers a broad, ripe, silky palate of raspberry and blackberry fruit, laced with fruitcake, melted licorice and graphite notes. Long and well-focused, with solid grip. 92 WS. Domaine Roger Sabon & Fils Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvee Reservee // 110 Southern Rhone, France 2007 This is elegant, with incense and raspberry notes up front, followed by red plum, roasted vanilla bean and black tea. The finish is long and silky. A very perfumy style. 92 WS. Domaine Font de Michelle Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvee Etienne Gonnet // 115 Southern Rhone, France 2004 Rich and smoky, with coffee, truffle and tar notes up front, but also plenty of plum, black currant and fig fruit. Long, rich finish lets the fruit and truffle notes play out nicely. 93 WS.

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13-19 Chateau de Saint Cosme Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2006 115 A dense, chewy style, with a mix of red and black plum, fig and blackberry fruit laced with dark cocoa, beef and black licorice notes. 94 WS. 11-10 Chateau de Saint Cosme Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 120 An old-school style, this shows a very dark, slightly brawny profile, with grippy tobacco, mulled currant, freshly brewed espresso, bittersweet cocoa and tar notes that rumble through the roasted sagetinged finish. Terrific buried acidity helps to harness this and drive it all along. 94 WS. 16-19 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 130 A blend of 80% Grenache and the rest Syrah, Mourvedre, and Cinsault, the 2007 Chateauneuf-du-Pape boasts a dense plum/purple color as well as a wonderfully sweet nose of fresh black truffles, incense, blue and black fruits, roasted herbs, and earth. The wine is full-bodied and pure with fresh acids, silky tannins, and a voluptuous mouthfeel. 93 WA. 11-14 Le Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Safres // Southern Rhone, France 2006 140 Smoky black cherry and cassis, along with a Provencal herb character emerge from this sumptuous wine. 90 WA. 11-15* Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape "Pignan" Reserve // Southern Rhone, France 2006 150 Very stylish, with tangy red currant, dried blood orange, clove, mesquite, date and licorice root notes that stay fresh and polished through the long, silky, shiso leaf-tinged finish. 91 WS. 11-17* Tardieu Laurent Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Vieilles Vignes // Southern Rhone, France 2007 Core of blueberry compote, braised fig and mulled blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors. 96 WS. 155

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11-19 Domaine de Marcoux Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 160 Dark ruby/purple color in addition to a sumptuous bouquet of black fruits, scorched earth, lavender, truffles, and licorice. The wine reveals the vintages gorgeous freshness and vibrancy as well as sensational concentration, and a tremendous finish. 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre, 7% Syrah, and 3% Cinsault. 94 WA. 11-21* Domaine de La Mordoree Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvee de la Reine de Bois // 175 Southern Rhone, France 2006 A dense purple color as well as an amazing bouquet of charcoal, blackberries, cherries, licorice, incense, and spring flowers. It hits the palate with a rush of full-bodied opulence and decadence with super-rich fruit, superb purity, a broad, layered, velvety-textured mouthfeel, and a stunningly long finish that lasts nearly 50 seconds. 95 WA. 13-12 Domaine de La Mordoree Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvee de la Reine de Bois // 185 Southern Rhone, France 2009 Boasts a dense ruby/purple color as well as copious aromas of blueberries, blackberries, melted licorice and spring flowers. This full-bodied offering reveals rich, pure fruit notes, a multidimensional mouthfeel and extraordinary elegance and freshness. 96 WA. 11-23* Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 180 It exhibits an inky/ruby/purple color, a great texture, and a gorgeous nose of boysenberries, blueberries, blackberries, acacia flowers, licorice, and incense. There is wonderful freshness and vibrancy (because of the good acids) as well as a terrific finish. 95 WA. 11-29* Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2006 200 Big, sweet perfume of black truffles, camphor, earth, incense, new saddle leather, and loads of pepper and blackberry. 95 WA. 12-3* Domaine du Clos du Caillou Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Les Quartz // Southern Rhone, 2007 220 85% Grenache, aged totally in foudres and the rest Syrah, which is aged in small barrels. this wine has terrific floral, raspberry, and black cherry notes intermixed with a striking minerality and precision. A Musigny grand cru Burgundian style of wine, with power and elegance. 95 WA. 12-7** Domaine Gerard Charvin Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 240 85% Grenache and the rest equal parts Syrah, Mourvedre, and Vaccarese, all aged in cement tanks prior to being bottled unfiltered. A terrific nose of kirsch, lavender, licorice, forest floor, and spice box soars from the glass of this full-bodied effort. With fabulous density, a multidimensional mouthfeel, and a 45+-second finish this brilliant, elegant, feminine-styled wine is loaded with concentration and intensity. 97 WA. 12-1* Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2003 245 Dark plum/garnet with the classic Provencal display of garrigue, lavender, pepper, kirsch and Asian plum sauce, this full-throttle wine has splendid concentration, silky tannins, and a very voluptuous texture. 98 WA. 16-25* Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2004 235 A real powerhouse, with muscular layers of fig and black currant compote, backed by braised beef, chestnut, tobacco and tar flavors. The long, mesquite-filled finish lets additional bittersweet cocoa and dark fruit notes linger, with lots of garrigue. 96 WS.

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16-27* Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2005 245 Shows gutsy blackberry and fig fruit up front, with notes of pepper, licorice, Turkish coffee and garrigue. The superlong finish lets roasted herb and beef notes check in, while gaining even more depth as this airs. 94 WS. 16-29* Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2006 200 Ripe and very packed, delivering fig, macerated currant, bittersweet cocoa, roasted chestnut and tar notes. The long finish flows nicely, with lots of buried garrigue and incense hints carried by fresh acidity. 93 WS. 11-31* Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2007 220 Licorice, lavender, roasted herb, and meat juice characteristics. The fruit dominates, and the wine is intense, rich, and full-bodied. 96 WA. 14-30 Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reservee // Southern Rhone, France 2008 160 A dark, lightly chewy style, with roasted mesquite and dark licorice notes leading the way for a powerful core of black Mission fig, blackberry preserve, Turkish coffee and bittersweet cocoa notes. There's a flash of truffle on the finish. 92 WS. 12-5* Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve // Southern Rhone, France 2006 250 Shadings of sandalwood and rose water weaving through the lightly mulled red currant, raspberry and cherry fruit. Blood orange, vanilla bean and mineral hints check in on the finish. 100% Grenache. 93 WS. 12-10 Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape // Southern Rhone, France 2007 350 A sublime expression of the art of winemaking as evidenced by its dense purple color and big, sweet kiss of kirsch, framboise, blackberries, licorice, roasted herbs, and smoked meat. It hits the palate with a fascinating combination of substance, power, full-bodied authority yet extraordinary freshness, elegance, and precision. 99 WA. 12-11* Domaine de Marcoux Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Vieilles Vignes // Southern Rhone 2007 360 Composed of 98% Grenache from 100- to 110-year-old vines, and made from incredibly tiny yields, it boasts a dense ruby/purple color followed by a sweet kiss of kirsch liqueur, incense, camphor, truffles, and lavender. The wine hits the palate with sensational richness, a full-bodied, multilayered texture, awesome purity, and remarkable freshness as well as vibrancy. 98 WA. 16-20 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee de Mon Aieul // 600 Southern Rhone, France 2007 It represents an awesome naked/virginal expression of Grenache from three vineyard parcels planted in sand, clay, and limestone soils. The perfume of blueberry liqueur, black raspberries, licorice, roasted meat juices, and lavender is incredible. Full-bodied power, a multilayered mouthfeel, tremendous purity, and awesome concentration put this wine in a class by itself. 100 WA. 12-13 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Reserve Deux Freres // 600 Southern Rhone, France 2007 The bouquet reveals plenty of blackberry, blueberry, and cassis fruit intertwined with notions of melted licorice, spring flowers, and that classic garrigue note that comes across as the seaweed wrapper used in sushi restaurants, nori. There is a certain smokiness that is probably attributable to the oak, and the wine has incredible depth and richness, as well as a finish that seems endless. 100 WA

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Domaine du Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape "Cuvee da Capo" // 700 Southern Rhone, France 2007 An inky/purple color is followed by aromas of smoked meats, Peking duck, licorice, lavender, aged beef, grilled steak blood, black currants, plums, sauteed cepes and soy. Enormously concentrated, broad, expansive and massive but not over the top, this is a tour de force in winemaking that is impossible to imagine unless one has a bottle to work through over the course of 4 to 5 hours.

Cornas 11-2 Domaine Lionnet Cornas, Terres Brulee // Northern Rhone, France 2004 90 A great example of the rustic, traditional style, with lots of grilled game, lavender flower, iron and tobacco notes followed by bracing cherry pit and green olive hints on the structured finish. 90 WS. Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas, Terres Brulees // Northern Rhone, France 2007 100 This is strong, with an impressive core of melted black licorice, dark plum, currant and maduro tobacco all laced together with a dark, loamy note. There's a polished mouthfeel, but also brooding intensity. 92 WS.

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11-11* Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas, La Louvee // Northern Rhone, France 1997 135 The 1997 Cornas La Louvee (from Colombo's most precocious and warmest terroir) sees 80% new oak casks. It is a deep, dark purple-colored, ripe wine offering sweet plum, blackberry, and tar-scented aromatics intermingled with spicy oak. Medium to full-bodied, with low acidity. 90 WA.

Cote Rotie 13-24 Louis Barruol "La Doree" by Kermit Lynch // Northern Rhone, France 2006 160 Barruol (winemaker at St. Cosme) and Kermit blend this from vines aging from 30-50 years of age. 11-25* Domaine Jamet Cote Rotie // Northern Rhone, France 2006 180 Really solid, with a still-compact core of braised fig, mulled black currant, grilled chestnut and roasted olive notes, held in check by charred wood and truffle hints. There's burly grip, but it's integrated on the long, dark finish, which is spiked with an iron note. 93 WS. 11-27* E. Guigal, Chateau d'Ampuis Cote Rotie // Northern Rhone, France 2004 180 Mature hints of coffee and sage mingling with a core of black cherry, incense and iron. The long, finegrained finish still has good grip, but is also plenty supple, with a lingering hint of incense. 92 WS.

Gigondas 10-27* E. Guigal Gigondas // Southern Rhone, France 2006 55 Really fine, with racy, well-embedded acidity that lets the sandalwood, espresso, mulled plum and tobacco notes mingle together through the finish. Some mature hints of tobacco and game are starting to show as well, though there's grip in reserve. 90 WS. 10-29* Domaine Raspail (Dominique Ay) Gigondas // Southern Rhone, France 2007 60 Sweet black currant, kirsch, and mineral notes intermixed with hints of cigar box and forest floor. 92 WA. 68

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Selection Laurence Feraud Gigondas // Southern Rhone, France 2009 60 Concentrated dark fruit aromas on the nose. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it is rich and ripe on the palate with a long lingering finish.

10-31* Santa Duc Gigondas, Les Garancieres // Southern Rhone, France 2007 60 Quite ripe, boasting layered fig, boysenberry and raspberry ganache flavors, but nicely offset by graphite, bittersweet cocoa and dark tobacco notes. The long, solid, grippy finish lets a hint of black tea flicker in and out. 92 WS. 13-20 Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas "Les Poste" // Southern Rhone, France 2008 130 Well-layered, with nice grip carrying sage, maduro tobacco, fig paste, mulled black currant and blackberry fruit, followed by a long, charred apple wood- and mineral-filled finish, where this stays bright and tangy. 94 WS.

Saint Joseph 11-7 Yves Cuilleron St. Joseph "L'Amarybelle" // Northern Rhone, France, 2007 110 Toasty espresso and bittersweet cocoa aromas backed by dark plum and ripe blackberry fruit. Long and velvety. 91 WS.

Vacqueyras 11-5 Domaine le Sang des Cailloux Vacqueyras, Cuvee Lopy // Southern Rhone, France 2007 100 A cascade of black fruits and herbs roll over the palate with a silkiness and profoundness that are almost unreal for a Vacqueyras. This is a serious effort in a great vintage. 75% Grenache, 25% Syrah. 94 WA.

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Other French 12-15* Chateau Saint-Leocadie Minervois, Cuvee Fernand Averoux // Languedoc, France 2007 60 Firm, featuring dark cherry and damson plum flavors that are supported by plenty of fresh acidity, with notes of French roast coffee on the zesty finish. 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache. 88 WS. 12-17* Chateau Paradis, Terre des Anges // Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, France 2007 75 A ripe, full-bodied red, with powerful flavors of dark plum, chocolate and dark cherry in an international style. Features intense spiciness on the finish. Cabernet, Merlot, and Syrah. 89 WS.

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SMALL FORMAT WHITE 375ml Joseph Drouhin Macon-Villages // Burgundy, France 2006 An unoaked style, with apple and almond notes. Adelsheim Pinot Gris // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2008 Light and crisp, this is lively with lingering grapefruit and melon flavors. 88 WS. Louis Latour Chablis // Burgundy, France 2007 This is classic Chablis, medium-bodied with a good crisp finish and pronounced ripe fruit. 18

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Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre // Loire Valley, France 2009 30 Mouthwatering from start to finish, boasting bright floral and lemon zest notes up front, followed by pink grapefruit, quince and salted butter notes that extend through the finish. 91 WS. Domaine Gresser Gewurztraminer Kritt // Alsace, France 2008 30 A light and tangy Gewrztraminer, with creamy floral, spice and lychee notes, and a hint of candied grapefruit peel. Rombauer Chardonnay // Carneros, California 2009 30 Rich and vibrant tropical fruit flavors blend with toasty oak notes. Peach, pear and a touch of pineapple Domaine Laporte Sancerre, Domaine du Rochoy // Loire Valley, France 2007 33 Very fresh, with an enticing mix of fresh thyme and chive mingling with notes of stone and fleur de sel. The finish is long and minerally. 90 WS. Martinelli, Martinelli Road Chardonnay // Russian River Valley, California 2007 49 Gravel/mineral, pear, honeysuckle, and white currant notes emerge from the full-bodied, rich, complex, Corton-Charlemagne-like. 94 WA. Vincent Girardin Puligny Montrachet Vieilles Vignes // Burgundy, France 2007 49 Smells of ripe peach, grapefruit, and lily. Brightly citric and lusciously peachy on the palate, it is underlain by a savory, saline mineral tone associated with Chablis. 91 WA. Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc // Russian River Valley, California 2009 Golden delicious and honey crisp apples accented with crme brule and sweet Meyer lemon. 49

Domaine Gressner Riesling Kastelberg Grand Cru // Alsace, France 2005 55 Fresh white, with a pleasant mix of mineral, anise, petrol and lime. This is easy to like, with a light, clean finish. Jermann "Dreams" Chardonnay // Venezia-Giulia, Italy 2006 Cream and caramel undertones. Full-bodied, with lots of dried tropical fruits. 92 WS. Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe "La Crau" Blanc // Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France 2007 Apple, lime, pear, floral and mineral notes that stretch out on the bright, stony finish. 93 WS. Blanc de Lynch-Bages // Bordeaux, France 2007 Bright and fruity, with lime and lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body. Clean finish. NYR. 71 70

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SMALL FORMAT RED 375ml McCrea Mourvedre, Ciel du Cheval Vineyard // Columbia Valley, Washington 2006 28 Smoke, earth, mushroom, and spice box make for an alluring bouquet leading to a rustic wine that has plenty of flavor but will never be accused of elegance. It is a well-balanced, well-made wine for serving with ribs and pulled pork. 89 WA. Phillipe Colin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Chenes // Burgundy, France 2007 30 Rich with black cherry, licorice and leather aromas and flavors, this red has sweet fruit to cover its tannins, with a long spicy finish. Landmark Grand Detour Pinot Noir // Sonoma Coast, California 2007 Earth, sage and underbrush join dusty berry flavors in this full-bodied Pinot, which is firm, concentrated and youthfully tannic. 90 WA. 39

Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 40 Crisp, with an open feel to the meaty cherry and blood orange flavors that persist nicely through a veil of fine tannins and linger on the refined finish. 90 WS. Domaine les Pallieres Gigondas, les Racines Vieilles Vignes // Southern Rhone, France 2007 42 Dense ruby/purple hue is accompanied by an extraordinary bouquet of black raspberries, kirsch, licorice, crushed rocks, and flowers. 94 WA. Martinelli, Bella Vigna Vineyard Pinot Noir // Russian River Valley, California 2006 45 Nose is a perfume of rich spices, buckets of bright red ripe fruit showing excellent extraction and depth. Aromas soar from the glass showcasing awesome white pepper, earth, and neverending fruit. Merry Edwards Pinot Noir // Russian River Valley, California 2007 Full-bodied, with a mix of fresh earth, mineral and dusty berry fruit. 90 WS. 45

Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon // Napa Valley, California 2006 45 Black currant fruit notes intertwined with hints of tobacco leaf, licorice, and forest floor. Ripe tannins, and a long finish. 89 WA. Siduri // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2009 45 Shows wonderful richness, density, depth and concentration, with pure, ripe, sharply focused wild berry, blackberry and black cherry fruit that has great structure. 93 WS. Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino // Tuscany, Italy 2001 50 Aromas of blackberry and dried flowers with just a hint of toasted oak. Full-bodied, with mineral, vanilla and berry. 93 WS. Domaine Serene "Evenstad Reserve" // Willamette Valley, Oregon 2006 55 Smooth and round, with a lovely polished feel to the dark berry, cherry, licorice and spice flavors, flowing easily over finely tuned tannins, persisting expressively. 92 WS.

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Bernard Burgaud Cote-Rotie // Northern Rhone, France 2007 60 Very grippy, with mouthwatering tobacco and olive notes leading the way for damson plum, crushed red currant and mulled spice. Shows perfumy hints flittering in the background, with anise and violet checking in on the finish. 92 WS. Domaine Perrot-Minot Gevry-Chambertin // Burgundy, France 2007 70 A light-weight style, well-proportioned, offering flavors of cherry, licorice and spice, along with a hint of tobacco. There's intensity and grip through the harmonious finish. 88 WS. La Ferme du Mont "Cotes Capelan" Chateauneuf-du-Pape // 90 Southern Rhone, France 2009 Outrageously rich, complex wine exhibiting beautiful creme de cassis, kirsch, licorice, forest floor, and spring flower-like aromas. It is fresh, voluptuous, and opulent in the mouth, but the fresh acids and vibrancy give it exceptional precision as well as a refreshing style despite its weight, richness, and length. This is a superb, young Chateauneuf du Pape from an up-and-coming star of the appellation. 96 WA. Patrice Rion Nuits-St.-Georges 1er Clos des Argillieres // Burgundy, France 2007 90 Hints of animal and wild herbs highlight the black currant and blackberry flavors in this powerful red. 91 WS. Denis Mortet Gevry-Chambertin // Burgundy, France 2007 90 Exotic aromas and flavors of violet, red currant, blackberry and pomegranate are supported by a supple texture and dense yet ripe tannins. There's a sweetness right through the long finish. 91 WS. Opus One // Napa Valley, California 2005 130 A big, ripe, fruity yet elegant Bordeaux style blend that offers layers of red currant, black cherry, plum and wild berry. 95 WA.

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LARGE FORMAT WHITE 1.5L Morgan Chardonnay, Double L Vineyard // Santa Lucia Highlands, California 2007 135 Leafy pear, green apple and spice are a bit raw in texture, but the firmness gives this a tight structure. 91 WS. Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Les Clos // Burgundy, France 2007 280 Intense flinty, savory character signals this white's lemon, peach, yellow plum and mineral aromas and flavors. 95 WS. Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Bourgos // Burgundy, France 1995 295 An opulent grand cru in a sweet-and-sour style, both powerful and racy. Dense, fat and ripe, with honey and tropical flavors accented with fresh, lemon-lime and dried herb notes. Full-bodied, supple, with an intense finish that lasts more than a minute. 91 WS.

RED 1.5L Il Poggiarello l piston Barbera // Coli Piacentini, Italy 2007 Light red showing hints of bright fruit intermixed with plum. 75

Patz and Hall Pinot Noir, Chenoweth Ranch // Russian River Valley, California 2006 180 Full-bodied, ripe and fleshy plum, black cherry and raspberry fruit is intense yet elegant. Smoothtextured, deep and persistent. 93 WS. Patz and Hall Pinot Noir, Chenoweth Ranch // Russian River Valley, California 2007 180 Intense, rich, ripe and vibrant, showing loads of blackberry, wild berry and raspberry fruit, with floral and spicy scents. Full-bodied, balanced, deep and persistent, ending with firm tannins. Chateau Rayas Fonsalette Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Syrah // France 2005 230 Nose of smoked duck, meat juices, truffle, blackberry and cassis, this wine is super-rich, dense, thick, and juicy. 94 WA. Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon // Alexander Valley, California 2006 240 Built around creamy mocha, cedary oak and dill flavors, with dried currant, sage and underbrush notes. Full-bodied and balanced, this smoothes out on the finish, where it gains a black licorice and mineral edge. Podere Poggio Scalette Il Carbonaione // Tuscany, Italy 2006 275

Amazing dark color for a Sangiovese. Mind-blowing aromas of crushed blackberries, violets and blueberries, with sandalwood undertones. Full-bodied, with silky and focused tannins and beautiful, rich and subtle flavors. It lasts for minutes on the palate. 96 WS.

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Chateau La Fleur des Pins, Bordeaux, France 2009 Domaine des Baumard Cuvee le Paon, Loire Valley, France 2005 95 WS. Merry Edwards Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Chateau Guiraud Premier Cru Sauternes, France 2005 Hetszolo Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos 93WS. 97 WS.

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Schloss Lieser Riesling Beerenauslese, Niederberg Helden, Mosel, Germany 2005 Joh. Jos. Prum Riesling Beerenauslese, Bernkasteler, Mosel, Germany 2006 Banfi "Rosa Regale" Brachetto d' Acqui, Italy 2005 (187ml) Marco Negri Moscato d' Asti, Italy 2006 (375ml) De Bortoli "Emeri" Pink Moscato, Australia NV (750ml)

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FORTIFIED Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny Fonseca Porto 20 Year Tawny Fonseca Porto "Guimaraens," 1995 Graham's Vintage Porto, 2003 Nieport Colheita, 1995 Mas Amiel, France 2005 Osborne "Pedro Ximenez 1827" Sherry, Spain 16-31 Graham's Vintage Porto, 1977 16-32 Graham's Vintage Porto, 1970 93 WA. 93 WA. 250 260 95 WA. 12 16 20 23 17 10

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