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Korbel 2004 Russian River “Natural” Elegant effervescent blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, crisp refined fruit, long zingy finish, impressive balance, delicate effervescence, fine value. 90
Mumm Napa Reserve Brut Rich layers of roasted almonds and creamy buttery toast, brisk refined acidity, with citrus, ripe apple, and honey flavors: a dry and elegant premium quaff with true Brut character. 90
Kenwood 2005 Sonoma Valley Jack London Vyd. Zinfandel Classic character, exquisite texture and balance, long, well-mannered serious all-purpose red wine, superb with any red meat, especially bison. 93
J.Lohr 2006 Fog’s Reach Vyd. Arroyo Secco Pinot Noir Rich, spicy fruity, premium red dinner wine, good with veal, duck or grill lamb. 92
Kendall-Jackson 2005 “Secco Highlands” Pinot Noir Black cherry and ripe strawberry fruit, easy tannins, subtle whiff of smoky oak, earthy nose, lush unfiltered texture. 91
Robert Talbott 2006 Kali Hart Vyd. Monterey Pinot Noir Bright clear ruby-red color, upfront jammy raspberry and strawberry fruit, rich texture, lingering jammy finish. 91
Dashe 2005 Todd Bros. Ranch Alexander Valley Old Vines Zinfandel Nicely balanced, dark and complex full-bodied premium red table wine, with complex, tasty blackberry and chocolate flavors, well-managed tannins, smooth texture, long tangy finish. 90
Five Rivers 2006 Central Coast Pinot Noir Delicate, smooth, mellow and fragrant, medium-bodied, well-crafted general-purpose red preprandial or dinner wine, well-matched with milder meats, especially roast pork or veal, good value. 90
Jekel Vyds. 2005 Monterey Pinot Noir Ripe, well-balanced and substantial medium-full red dinner wine with ripe red berry fruit, fine tannins, long lightly spicy finish, good value. 88
Kendall-Jackson 2006 “Vintner’s Reserve” Pinot Noir Black cherry, raspberry and plum fruit, smooth tannins, hints of spice, vanilla and cedar from oak barrel aging. 89
Kendall-Jackson 2006 “Vintner’s Reserve” Syrah Intense, flavorful medium-full body, black currant fruit, hints of spicy oak, lush long finish, good value. 89
Buena Vista 2005 Carneros Syrah Rich complex flavors, smooth texture, ripe and round,
elegant Rhone Valley styling, impressive sesquicentennial honors. 89
Wild Horse 2006 Central Coast Pinot Noir Rich and elegant styling, juicy black cherry fruit, cinnamon and rose bouquet, smooth texture, good with salmon, duck or veggies. 88
Virgin Vines 2005 “Little Black Dress” Shiraz Big, bold, full-bodied general purpose red wine, brisk acidity great legs, good value, distinctive eye-catching bottle dιcor. 87
