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NV Candor Lot 3 Central Coast Merlot

NV Candor Lot 3 Central Coast Merlot

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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2009 Murphy-Goode California Merlot

2009 Murphy-Goode California Merlot

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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Easy Drinking Bordeaux That Won’t Break the Bank

Easy Drinking Bordeaux That Won’t Break the Bank

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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2009 Craggy RangeTe Kahu Gimblett Gravels Hawkes Bay New Zealand Red

2009 Craggy RangeTe Kahu Gimblett Gravels Hawkes Bay New Zealand Red

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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2007 Dry Creek Vineyard “The Mariner” Meritage

2007 Dry Creek Vineyard “The Mariner” Meritage

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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2004 Kendall Jackson Grand Reserve Merlot, Sonoma, CA

2004 Kendall Jackson Grand Reserve Merlot, Sonoma, CA

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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