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This wine is a line from the Hope Family that includes Liberty School, Treanna and a few other labels. By foregoing the restrictions of making a vintage wine, the Candor wines bring to the table a level of quality at affordable prices that might not be possible if it was bottled as a single vintage [...]

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This wine is a good example of California Merlot. It is not however the distinctive quality I have come to expect from Murphy-Goode. This wine is not to be confused with the burly Alexander Valley Sonoma Merlot for a couple of extra dollars. If the Sonoma is available, spend the extra cash you will be [...]

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This week’s wine bytes include short mini reviews that include some easy drinking French Bordeaux’s that won’t break the bank. 2009  Château Lamothe-Vincent Bordeaux This wine is bright and fruity with a hint of plum and tobacco; it is an easy drinking wine to pair with a juicy burger. Enjoy! Rating: B- | $15 | [...]

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This Bordeaux red blend reminded me a little of watching the All Blacks play rugby, a blend of character, strength, diversity and determination. Smelling of more pleasant things than a Rugby team the red and blue fruit is thick expressing more than the other elements of mocha, vanilla and cassis. As I swallowed my first [...]

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As with previous vintages, this blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot is impressive with big aromas and flavors. Full-bodied and ripe with flavors of black fruits, vanilla and spice; finishes long and luscious. Good tannins and well balanced. Pair this up with bold red meats [...]

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The 2004 Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Merlot represents the fruit from the 2004 harvest well. A tightly wound Merlot with layers of herbs that begin with a strong dose of mint. This wine has structure and complexity not characteristically associated with Merlot and will be a favorite for those who want to be known for drinking [...]

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