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  Tasted On Year, Name, Varietal, Country, Region, Sub region, Color Score Drink dates Author, Trust
09/11/2009
Ott - Clair de Noirs Rose (Chateau de Selle)
2007 Ott - Clair de Noirs Rose (Chateau de Selle)
Rose Proprietary Blend
France - Provence - Cotes de Provence
2007 Ott - Clair de Noirs Rose (Chateau de Selle)
17

Delicate fragrance, tastes like peach melba with a few drops of rose water. Dry and refreshing, silky texture.

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2009-2010  Christina P775
Vinfolio
10/09/2009
Montepeloso - Nardo
2005 Montepeloso - Nardo
Red Proprietary Blend
Italy - Tuscany
2005 Montepeloso - Nardo
18

Unmistakeably Tuscan, the 10% Cabernet does not detract from or disguise this wine in any way. To me the Cabernet was only perceptible on the finish, adding a dry, tannic breadth that was welcome. Typical funky scents of saddle leather, earth after rain, and bright red fruit on the nose; reserved, classic Sangiovese flavours combined with firm structure. Promising and delicious.

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  Christina P775
Vinfolio
02/23/2007
Burge Family - Shiraz Draycott Vineyard
2004 Burge Family - Shiraz Draycott Vineyard
Red Syrah
Australia - South Australia - Barossa Valley
2004 Burge Family - Shiraz Draycott Vineyard
Mike M116 93

Medium to long finish. Interesting nose and very different taste. Not sweet but not bitter either. The notes say this has a nose of smoke, but it smelled a bit like eucalyptus to me.

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  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
02/19/2008
Chehalem - Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve
2003 Chehalem - Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve
Red Pinot Noir
USA - Oregon - Willamette Valley
2003 Chehalem - Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Reserve
Mike M116 94

cola, berries, long lush finish paired with a spicy marinara/ tuna - worked well although more as a similar taste vs complementary

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  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/14/2008
Eric Kent - Pinot Noir Stiling Vineyard
2006 Eric Kent - Pinot Noir Stiling Vineyard
Red Pinot Noir
USA - California - Sonoma - Russian River Valley
2006 Eric Kent - Pinot Noir Stiling Vineyard
Mike M116 94

Crimson in color. Opens quickly to a nose of muted clove/ cinnamon and chocolate lusciousness. On the tongue, I got almond and dark berries that morphed slowly into a smooth kona-coffee like while also surprising with a hint of pepper on the sides. Nice long finish - medium body. Wonderful.

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2008-2010  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/16/2008
Quilceda Creek - Columbia Valley Red
2004 Quilceda Creek - Columbia Valley Red
Red Proprietary Blend
USA - Washington - Columbia Valley
2004 Quilceda Creek - Columbia Valley Red
Mike M116 92

Lush and smooth. Muted fruit and mellowed into a nice mouthful.

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  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/16/2008
Kongsgaard - Chardonnay
2001 Kongsgaard - Chardonnay
White Chardonnay
USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley
2001 Kongsgaard - Chardonnay
Mike M116 93

Nice nose of floral/ citrus. Good acid attack ('clean???), nice balanced build on the tongue, long lasting finish. Crisp, green citrus (faint hints of lime/ orange) and finished with a bit of vanilla oak on the back of the tongue.

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2008-2008  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/16/2008
Story, Herman - Syrah Nuts & Bolts
2006 Story, Herman - Syrah Nuts & Bolts
Red Syrah
USA - California - Santa Barbara
2006 Story, Herman - Syrah Nuts & Bolts
Mike M116 94

Lush, a bit spicy. Great nose. MORE!

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  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/16/2008
Yquem
1988 Yquem
White Bordeaux Blend
France - Bordeaux - Sauternes
1988 Yquem
Mike M116 98

Very smooth, as one would expect. Comparing to the Tokaji, it's a bit cleaner - not as syrupy. More delicate and floral than the Tokaji's citrus nose/ taste.

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  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
06/03/2006
Murphy-Goode - Claret Wild Card
2004 Murphy-Goode - Claret Wild Card
Red Proprietary Blend
USA - California - Sonoma - Alexander Valley
2004 Murphy-Goode - Claret Wild Card
Mike M116 87

Longer finish than previous vintages. Young; should develop into a well-rounded wine.

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2012-2016  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
01/08/2004
Murphy-Goode - Cabernet Sauvignon Ellis Ranch
2005 Murphy-Goode - Cabernet Sauvignon Ellis Ranch
Red Cabernet Sauvignon
USA - California - Sonoma - Alexander Valley
2005 Murphy-Goode - Cabernet Sauvignon Ellis Ranch
Mike M116 89

Good paring with red meats. One of the more solid vintages to date.

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2002-2006  Mike M116 , 100%
Vinfolio
03/29/2009
Roche - Tamarix
2006 Roche - Tamarix
Rose Proprietary Blend
USA - California - Sonoma
2006 Roche - Tamarix
Bernadette 88

Pale salmon in color, crisp flavor with hints of peach. Dessert wine for those who don't like their wine too sweet. Visit my website: la diva gourmet

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  Bernadette , 100%
Vinfolio
06/26/2008
Gopfrich - Syrah
2006 Gopfrich - Syrah
Red Syrah
USA - California - Sonoma - Dry Creek Valley
2006 Gopfrich - Syrah

Showed better with aeration. Visit my website: If you're so inclined, you can read about me here

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  Laura C
Vinfolio
02/25/2005
Groffier, Robert Pere et Fils - Bourgogne Pinot Noir
2002 Groffier, Robert Pere et Fils - Bourgogne Pinot Noir
Red Pinot Noir
France - Burgundy
2002 Groffier, Robert Pere et Fils - Bourgogne Pinot Noir

bought this wine as part of our friday wine club. Some berry scents to it. Not much depth. Good with Salmon, Lamb

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  petesf , 96%
Vinfolio
06/08/2008
Collelceto - Brunello di Montalcino
2001 Collelceto - Brunello di Montalcino
Red Sangiovese
Italy - Tuscany - Brunello di Montalcino
2001 Collelceto - Brunello di Montalcino
dvaldosf 93

2nd Time I've had this wine. What a wonderful producer. Beautiful nose of stewed cherries and good barnyard. Wine is medium to full bodied, with lovely sweet fine grained tannins. Evolved in the glass over a 2 hour dinner. Glad I have 2 more.

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  dvaldosf , 100%
Vinfolio
07/02/2008
Navarro - Edelzwicker
2007 Navarro - Edelzwicker
White Other
USA - California - Mendocino
2007 Navarro - Edelzwicker
Brett 86

Sweet, fruity, with hints of apple and peach. I enjoyed this wine with fish, broccoli, and rice. An excellent pairing.

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  Brett , 100%
Vinfolio
04/27/2009
Grgich Hills - Merlot
2005 Grgich Hills - Merlot
Red Merlot
USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley
2005 Grgich Hills - Merlot
Bernadette 93

LOVE this wine. I am not a fan of overly tannic wines, so many Merlots and Cabernet Sauvignons scare me. A touch of plum and black tea give it some depth, without making it too overpowering. I found this Merlot to be very smooth and rich and absolutely lovely, nicely balanced. This Merlot will definitely be making a repeat appearance in my cellar. Visit my website: la diva gourmet

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  Bernadette , 100%
Vinfolio
01/08/2004
Renaissance - Zinfandel
2001 Renaissance - Zinfandel
Red Zinfandel
USA - California - Sierra Foothills
2001 Renaissance - Zinfandel
Yilmaz 89

Good paring with red meats. One of the more solid vintages to date.

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2002-2006  Yilmaz , 100%
Vinfolio
03/29/2005
Pride Mountain - Chardonnay Vintner's Select Mountaintop Vineyard
2003 Pride Mountain - Chardonnay Vintner's Select Mountaintop Vineyard
White Chardonnay
USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley
2003 Pride Mountain - Chardonnay Vintner's Select Mountaintop Vineyard
Steve Bachmann 90

High alcohol taste, almost chemical overtones. Not worth buying again. Visit my website: The Wine Collector

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2005-2009  Steve Bachmann , 98%
Vinfolio
03/24/2009
Knoll, Emmerich - Gruner Veltliner Federspiel
2006 Knoll, Emmerich - Gruner Veltliner Federspiel
White Gruner Veltliner
Austria - Niederosterreich - Wachau
2006 Knoll, Emmerich - Gruner Veltliner Federspiel
Laura C 91

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  Laura C
Vinfolio
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