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Modus Operandi Cellars

Sage Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

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9.6

See my prior notes. Extracted and powerful. — 2 days ago

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Torbreck Vintners

RunRig Barossa Valley Shiraz Viognier

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9.3

All the right components, but we approached this too soon. Presented as tight the whole evening. Probably requires another 3 - 5 years in the bottle.
Thanks for this awesome specimen.
— 11 days ago

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Great Notion Brewing

Over Ripe Tropical Hazy Ipa

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9.3

One of the best domestic IPA producers out there… — 24 days ago

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Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay 2020

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9.5

As big fans of the Hudson vineyard, we needed to go here.
As expected, it presented the typical Hudson signature of ripe exotic fruits, volume on the mid-palate and unctuous sweetness. Pure and viscous in terms of presentation. We are enjoying this on wifey’s birthday.
— 2 months ago

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That picture is great. Looks like a professional advertisement!

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Antithesis Napa Valley Red Blend 2019

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9.7

Such a nice touch from Jason Moore (winemaker). Stunning without being OTT. Focused and pure blueberry jam with notes of dark roasted coffee. Pristine tannins keep this upright. Best product I’ve tasted from this producer.
My boys were impressed.
— 10 days ago

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Wots the story, @Shay A ?
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@Ron R : Years ago, he was fermenting some Merlot when the fermentation got stuck. Instead of reinoculating with new yeast, he pressed the unfinished Merlot away from the exhausted skins and married it with a tank of petite sirah skins that were still very alive. Essentially a reverse saignee method. Very unique process with Merlot (supple) having petite sirah (intense) help complete the process!
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Thanks @Shay A. I’m not so familiar with the winemaking process, so I don’t fully understand the innovation that he stumbled upon/

Cliff Lede Vineyards

Poetry Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

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9.5

First time trying this and coming off the back of a dry month.
Impressive for its depth and weight. Nose displays blueberry jam and a hint of sandalwood. Palate is opulent and rich - pretty much stood still in the bottle. Glorious tannins, acidity and that Cali sweet note on the finish put this in the outstanding category.
— 24 days ago

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No cos we won’t consume it all tonight, and we won’t drink tomorrow…
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Who was the generous tip for?

Domaine Costa Lazaridi

Amethystos Blanc

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8.8

This didn’t suck at all…
Nice Greek change of gears and lanes.
— 2 months ago

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Château Cos d'Estournel

Saint-Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend 2002

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9.6

Not the best of vintage in Bdx, but the winemaker clearly pulled off some acrobatics here.
Nose displays the usual Cos spice-box signature, along with notes of forest floor, sage and mushrooms. Palate is rich and dense showing no signs of age. Nice mature casis profile links up with brambles and sandalwood. Tannins continue to prop up this outstanding example.
— 10 days ago

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Domaine de la Vougeraie

Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot 1er Cru Chardonnay 2019

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9.2

Another excellent chard in need of a little more bottle age. Ethereal and a touch tense. Nose was a touch muted, but the acidity on the palate was bright. Finished briny with moderate texture.
From my Rick’s cellar - thanks, bud!
— 11 days ago

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Interesting! A relative rarity!

Alban Vineyards

Seymour's Vineyard Syrah 2014

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9.8

Ron had this 2 months ago

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We have started our “dry month.” One week in and will restart over thanksgiving. If I didn’t have so much wine, would probably give it up. I’m more productive without alcohol…