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Sbragia Family Vineyards Gino’s Vineyard Zinfandel 2014

Posted on January 11, 2018 by gusclemens

Deep ruby-black color; blackberry, blueberry, cinnamon on the nose; blackberry-brambles, raspberry, blueberry, plum, prunes, ripe raisins, redcurrant tang, pinch of pepper on the palate. Continue reading “Sbragia Family Vineyards Gino’s Vineyard Zinfandel 2014” →

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Cooper & Thief Cellarmasters Red Wine Blend 2014

Posted on January 9, 2018January 9, 2018 by gusclemens

Deep ruby color; red fruits, bourbon on the nose; red and black cherry, sugar plum, redcurrant, oak on the palate. Continue reading “Cooper & Thief Cellarmasters Red Wine Blend 2014” →

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Amavi Cellars Sémillon 2016

Posted on January 8, 2018 by gusclemens

Pale yellow color; orange blossom, honeysuckle, lemongrass, chamomile on the nose; pink grapefruit, lemon-lime, honeydew melon, yellow and red delicious apple, flint on the palate. Continue reading “Amavi Cellars Sémillon 2016” →

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Trivento Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Mendoza 2016

Posted on January 8, 2018 by gusclemens

Deep ruby color; red fruit, mint, herbs on the nose; cherry, some bell pepper, some redcurrant, hints of chocolate and coffee on the palate. Continue reading “Trivento Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Mendoza 2016” →

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Sterling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay California 2015

Posted on January 7, 2018 by gusclemens

Medium gold color; apple, pineapple, pear on the nose; pear, apple, white peach, citrus, Meyer lemon on the palate. Continue reading “Sterling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay California 2015” →

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The Dreaming Tree Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Posted on January 6, 2018January 6, 2018 by gusclemens

Deep purple color; dark fruits, blackberry, plum on the nose; black cherry, blackcurrant and redcurrant tang, caramel, chocolate, raspberry on the palate. Continue reading “The Dreaming Tree Cabernet Sauvignon 2015” →

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Fullerton Three Otters Willamette Valley Chardonnay 2015

Posted on January 5, 2018 by gusclemens

Pale gold color; lemon, citrus, pear, melon on the nose; Granny Smith apple, lemon, citrus, honeydew melon, starfruit on the palate. Continue reading “Fullerton Three Otters Willamette Valley Chardonnay 2015” →

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McBride Sisters Collection Brut Rosé NV

Posted on January 2, 2018 by gusclemens

Medium copper color; strawberry, red cherry, flowers on the nose; cherry, strawberry, cranberry, raspberry, red watermelon on the palate. Continue reading “McBride Sisters Collection Brut Rosé NV” →

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Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2013

Posted on January 1, 2018January 1, 2018 by gusclemens

Deep ruby-garnet color; dried black fruit-raisins, spice, pepper, cocoa, licorice on the nose; black cherry, raisins, strawberry, orange peel, smoke, mocha, licorice on the palate. Continue reading “Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2013” →

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Ruffino Prosecco Extra Dry NV

Posted on December 31, 2017 by gusclemens

Light yellow color with hints of green; pear, apple, citrus, wisteria on the nose; peach, apple, some lemon-lime on the palate. Continue reading “Ruffino Prosecco Extra Dry NV” →

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