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Thursday, February 10, 2022

Cadre Sea Queen 2020 Albariño (USA)

Cadre Sea Queen 2020 Albariño (USA), $19.54-$24.99, 89 points, was a medium straw yellow color with gold highlights and clearing at the rim.
Aromas of cantaloupe and melon rind with hints of grapefruit, caramel, and lemon were deep and interesting.
This was a marginally weightier dry white wine than a light-bodied wine and was rather steely showing fair to good acidity and delivering the nose well onto the palate with a late eruption of ginger.
Finished long on the alcohol (14.2%) infused ginger.
Paired well with my fried Ipswich clams.

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Penley Estate Coonawarra, Australia, 2020 Cabernet Franc

Penley Estate Coonawarra, Australia, 2020 Cabernet Franc, $16.99-$19.99, 88 points, poured a light ruby red color with pink rose highlights, a very broad clear wine ring, and light thin legs.
Aroma of coffee beans, toast, mulberry, blueberry, and allspice were interesting.
A very young intense dry red wine with bright acidity, firm grainy tannins, and warm pepper, mint, and blueberry flavors.
Finished long on the trailing palate, spearmint, and a well-balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my guacamole burger.

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Monday, February 7, 2022

Purple Hands Wichmann Vineyards Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley 2018 Pinot Noir

Purple Hands Wichmann Vineyards Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley 2018 Pinot Noir, $46.74-$59.99, 94 points, poured a slightly cloudy cranberry red with a broad clear meniscus and copious thin legs.
Aromas of cinnamon cherries, chocolate, and a floral bouquet were excellent.
A full-bodied Pinot Noir!? There were loads of pepper, tangy red fruit, good acidity, and very fine grainy tannins within a palate genesis of silk transitioning late palate tight and vigorous.
Finished long on cherry cola, iron notes, and a well-balanced 14% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my Thanksgiving styled dinner.

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Saturday, February 5, 2022

Tattoo Girl Columbia Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

Tattoo Girl Columbia Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, $12.74-$16.99, 88 points, poured an opaque pomegranate red with a broad clear wine ring and fat clear legs.
Aromas of chocolate, blueberries, cinnamon, red cherry, and a whisper of orange zest were rich.
A robust full-bodied, fruity, and dry red wine with flavors consonant with the aromas, and with a succulent texture supported by good tannins and fair acidity.
Finished long on the trailing palate, pencil lead, a hint of red pepper, and a well-balanced 13.8% alcohol.
Paired fine with my Philly steak and cheese sub.
Varietals were 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot.

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Friday, February 4, 2022

Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Alexander Valley (monument block) 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon

Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Alexander Valley (monument block) 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $44.19-$54.99, 93 points, poured core black to a deep purple/red with a thin clear meniscus and hanging stained legs.
Aromas of coffee, currant fruit, lavender, and cedar were lovely.
This full-bodied dry red wine showed still fine grainy tannins, good acidity, and good flavors reflective of the aromas, red cherry, and pomegranate.
Finished long on the fading palate, a hint of citrus, cherry cola, and a well-balanced 14.1% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my guacamole burger.

2016 California Cabernet Sauvignon wines tasted

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2016 California Cabernet Sauvignon wines tasted

2016 California Cabernet Sauvignon wines tasted

Banshee Paso Roble 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $19.79-$24.99, 87 points

Bread And Butter 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon (California), $14.99-$15.99, 87 points

Clos Du Val, Yountville-Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $38.24-$89.99, 95 points

Darioush Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $84.99-$109.99, 92 points

Duckhorn Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $59.39-$75.99, 93 points

Flora Springs Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $34.84-$45.99, 92 points

Gibbs Three Clones Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $26.99-$29.99, 91 points

Heitz Wine Cellars Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $50.99-$64.99, 89 points

Honig Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $32.29-$39.99, 93 points

Jed Steele's Shooting Star Lake County 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $9.99-$16.99, 87 points

Juggernaut Hillside 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $15.29-$22.99, 89 points

Maggio Family Vineyard 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $8.09-$11.24, 85 points

Mount Veeder Winery Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $31.44-$39.99, 89 points

Pey Family Napa Valley 'Textbook' 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $19.79-$32.99, 90 points

Sequoia Grove Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $38.99-$43.99, 93 points

Souverain (Chateau) North Coast 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $9.99-$12.99, 90 points

Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Alexander Valley (monument block) 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $44.19-$54.99, 93 points

The Calling Alexander valley 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $19.99-$29.99, 89 points

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Santa Margherita 2020 Pinot Grigio (DOC)

Santa Margherita 2020 Pinot Grigio (DOC), $17.99-$24.99, 92 points, was a pale brass color with a broad graying penumbra.
Aromas were a cornucopia of tropical fruit, notably pineapple, and nuanced with green melon, bees wax, and subtle citrus notes.
A light-bodied dry white wine with bright acidity (outstanding) and tangy flavors of lemon/lime, ginger, and a refreshing wash of not quite ripe watermelon.
Finished long on the trailing palate, pomelos, and a well-balanced 12.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my fried Ipswich clams.
I was recently very disappointed with the Banfi 2020 PG, but very pleasantly surprised with the Santa Margherita!

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