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ChrisCaughman's Review:

In the glass, this robust Pinot Noir shows a beautiful crimson-tinged-ruby color at its core that fades gently to a garnet rim. The nose is hearty and complex, dominated by aromas of ripe cherries and raspberries and complemented by subtle undertones of chocolate, leather and damp earth. The palate is medium bodied with red fruit flavors that follow the nose highlighed by bright acidity. This young wine already shows beautiful complexity and promises more harmony and balance with another 6-12 months of bottle age.

ChrisCaughman's Review:

In the glass this wine shows a vibrant ruby color. The nose is focused and complex with aromas of tart red fruit complemented by deeper tones of smoke, leather and damp earth. A vigorous palate of assertive fruit is balanced with lively acidity that carries through for a lingering finish. Drink now for a dynamic and bright Pinot Noir or cellar for 1-2 years and experience more subtlety and sophistication.

ChrisCaughman's Review:

With a powerful blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec, this wine is an absolute monster. An opaque, inky purple core fades ever so slightly to a bright ruby rim. Poignant and profound aromas of crushed black fruit, cassis, tobacco, smoky meatiness and sweet spice dominate the nose. Massive lush dark fruit flavors are balanced by a heavy dose of silky tannins and fiery acidity. The wine finishes with intensity, persistence and elegance all at the same time. This is a colossal young wine and will evolve in the bottle for decades.

ChrisCaughman's Review:

my new house white - pale lemon color; nose of lemon-lime citrus, minerals, flint and subtle toasty oak; well balanced and vibrant on the palate -- nothing too fancy, but really good for 10 bucks

ChrisCaughman's Review:

A blend of Syrah, Graciano, Tempranillo, Cab Franc and Merlot, this wine shows a deep ruby core with a thin bright garnet rim. The nose is pure elegance with complex aromas of soft, ripe blue and black fruit, spice and hint of gravelly earth. Abundant plush fruit dominates the palate, but is balanced nicely by a silky tannin structure and sweet acid backbone as it leads to a soft and enduring finish.

ChrisCaughman's Review:

This massive wine has an opaque ruby, almost purple, color with heavy dark fruits, ash and herbal notes on the nose. The palate has a full body with an imposing tannin structure that will benefit from several years of bottle age. In its youth, this Syrah is a bold mouthful, but will certainly mature to a more balanced and complex wine after 3-5 years in the cellar and will drink well for a decade.