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March 2020 - New Release Wine

March 2020 - New Release Wine
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Lawer Estates 2016 Vineyard 600 Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points
$65
Lawer Estates
2016 Vineyard 600 Cabernet Sauvignon
Dusty black violet color. Aromas of creme anglaise, ripe plum, black cassis, sweet tobacco, and leather with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and an effortless, nuanced, medium-long toffee with roasted macadamia nuts, spice cookies, and darkest chocolate finish with heavy oak flavor. A scintillating Calistoga Cabernet with a silky, nutty style.
94 points $65
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San Simeon 2016 Stormwatch Paso Robles
94 points
$90
San Simeon
2016 Stormwatch Paso Robles
Black violet color. Aromas and flavors of dark chocolate cake with roasted almonds, dark plum, vanilla-caramel steamer, oolong tea, and champurrado with a chewy, vibrant, fruity full body and a warming, intricate, long finish manifesting overtones of earth with heavy oak flavor. A big, dominating wine with huge fruit and distinctive roasty notes.
94 points $90
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Lawer Estates 2016 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon
93 points
$95
Lawer Estates
2016 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon
Black garnet color. Herbal aromas and flavors of black cassis, licorice, jalepeño, and cracked peppercorns with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, captivating, medium-long finish evoking notes of tobacco, nutmeg, and chocolate cookies with well-integrated tannins and heavy oak flavor. A rich and velvety Napa cabernet for oak-lovers.
93 points $95
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Jarvis 2014 Estate Petit Verdot
92 points
$165
Jarvis
2014 Estate Petit Verdot
Black violet color. Aromas of plum, shellac, carob, pastry with rose hip jam, and hints of bacon with a tannic, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity full body and a warming, intriguing, medium-long tawny port, nutella, and grilled nuts finish with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. Big, bold, beautiful.. this Napa Petit Verdot begs for a second sip and a grilled rib eye.
92 points $165
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Florida Orange Groves Winery NV Barrel Selection Peach
90 points
$59.99
Florida Orange Groves Winery
NV Barrel Selection Peach
Silvery emerald straw color. Elegant aromas and flavors of asian pear, ripe mango and pineapple spritzed with lime, coconut confection, and sunchokes with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a warming, complex, medium-long finish with no oak flavor. A perfumed nose and tropical vibe lend this fruit wine to al fresco dining and Latin pairings.
90 points $59.99
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Lawer Estates 2018 Betsys Vineyard Viognier
89 points
$28
Lawer Estates
2018 Betsy's Vineyard Viognier
Pale golden straw color. Aromas of ripe pear and citrus blossom with a supple, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, amusing, medium-length peach, green apple, and carnation finish with no oak flavor. Concentrated aromas and a length palate make this an extroverted, refreshing summer sipper.
89 points $28
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Chevalier du Grand Robert 2019 White Bordeaux Bordeaux AOC
88 points
$12
Best Buy
Chevalier du Grand Robert
2019 White Bordeaux Bordeaux AOC
Straw green color. Aromas and flavors of grapefruit, pineapple, and jicama with a satiny, vibrant, dryish light-to-medium body and an effortless, medium-length finish that shows notes of fresh cut grass and lime sorbet with no oak flavor. A silky-smooth White Bordeaux with fresh grassy aromas.
88 points $12 Best Buy
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Chevalier du Grand Robert NV Cremant Brut Rosé Cremant de Bordeaux
88 points
$14
Best Buy
Chevalier du Grand Robert
NV Cremant Brut Rosé Cremant de Bordeaux
Pale pink coral color. Aromas of wild strawberry preserves, candied cherry, tart raspberry, biscuit, and cracked pepper on fresh bread with an vibrant, spritzy, dryish light-to-medium body and a seamless, delightful, medium-length dressed radicchio finish with no oak flavor. A dry and flavorful Cremant that is effortlessly enjoyable and highly pairable.
88 points $14 Best Buy
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Chevalier du Grand Robert 2017 Bordeaux Supèrieur Bordeaux AOC
88 points
$14
Best Buy
Chevalier du Grand Robert
2017 Bordeaux Supèrieur Bordeaux AOC
Ruby black color. Aromas and flavors of plum tart, cranberry sauce, green peppercorns, rosemary, and smoke with a silky, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a sleek, appealing, medium-length finish with chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A rock solid Bordeaux AOC ready to pair.
88 points $14 Best Buy
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Chevalier du Grand Robert NV Cremant Brut Cremant de Bordeaux
87 points
$14
Best Buy
Chevalier du Grand Robert
NV Cremant Brut Cremant de Bordeaux
Pale yellow straw color. Aromas of lemon zest, almond croissant, and white peach with a satiny, lively, finely carbonated, dryish light-to-medium body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length toast with lemon curd and white grapefruit supremes finish. A lively Cremant that’s joyous and pairable.
87 points $14 Best Buy
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Kenwood 2016 Merlot
86 points
$16
Kenwood
2016 Merlot
Ruby color. Aromas and flavors of strawberry preserves, eucalyptus, bread pudding with plums, cracked pepper, and roasted bell pepper with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dryish medium-to-full body and a seamless, refreshing, medium-length finish with impressions of baking spices, black licorice, and coconut with dusty tannins. A dusty, sultry Merlot that’s big on food-friendly spice.
86 points $16
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Florida Orange Groves Winery NV Barrel Selection Kiwi
86 points
$59.99
Florida Orange Groves Winery
NV Barrel Selection Kiwi
Golden amber color. Aromas of apricot jam, fruit cake, dried peach, mango preserves, and hints of toast with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a tingling, medium-length bruleed tangerine, exotic citrus, lychee, and chamomile tea with honey finish. A bold, fruity wine with rich citrus notes; serve this fruit wine ice cold with Indian fare for maximum refreshment.
86 points $59.99
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