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Benjamin Flajnik

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Fetish Wines

The Watcher Shiraz

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9.2

Finally the Shiraz has calmed down and the fruit has mellowed enough to stomach. :) 2008 vintage. Been holding this for 6 years. Still have 3 left. — 9 years ago

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Raen Winery

Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot Noir 2013

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Muted nose, fell flat on the finish. Mid palate had decent fruit but expected more.
7.5

Domaine de Courteillac

Bordeaux Merlot Cabernet 2005

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9.3

What life left in tannin! Supple, dark berries, mocha, round texture start to finish. — 10 years ago

Kamen Estate Wines

Writers Block Sirah Blend 2012

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9.8

Supple. Velvet glove full of violets and currant jam. My heavens. Syrah is a killer blender in cab sauv. — 10 years ago

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Bartholomew Park Winery

Estate Vineyard Syrah 2008

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9.4

Softened tannin, black currant, graphite, and black pepper. Could have opened it on a more perfect day. — 10 years ago

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Copain

James Berry Paso Robles Syrah 2008

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9.2

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Not overly jammy for paso which was a nice change of pace. Very indicative of copains winemaking style.
8.8

Kosta Browne

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2013

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9.8

Had it for breakfast. That's rating enough. — 10 years ago

Goldeneye (Duckhorn Vineyards)

Anderson Valley Vin Gris of Pinot Noir Rosé 2014

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Benjamin Flajnik

10

Slight hint of rose petal, delicate crispness of Washington Apple. My god, what a winner. — 10 years ago

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Goldeneye Winery

Goldeneye Winery

Cheers, so glad you enjoyed the Vin Gris!

Copain

James Berry Paso Robles Syrah 2008

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Copain Wines

Copain Wines

Our second to the last vintage of this wonderful Syrah.

Domaine Ramonet

Les Ruchottes Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Chardonnay 2006

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Benjamin Flajnik

9.7

I mean. Where do I start? Dried fruits, balanced oak, and mineral goodness. — 10 years ago