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Neil Valenzuela

1685 wines • 167 followers • 191 following

Domaine Carneros (Taittinger)

The Famous Gate Carneros Pinot Noir 2022

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.3

Medium ruby color. Aromas of pomegranate, cranberry, baking spices and black tea. Elegant Pinot, long lasting flavors of red fruit, leather and tea.

🏅94 Points -
@Dr. Owen Bargreen
— a day ago

Dave, Tom and 11 others liked this

Steinbeck

Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.1

Deep purple color. Earthy aromas, plum and blackberry along with tobacco. Red and black fruit on the palate, baking spices and dried herbs. — 10 days ago

Tom, Dave and 9 others liked this

From Brent

Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Franc 2021

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

8.8

Deep ruby color. Aromas of berry compote, herbs and earthy notes. Interesting Cab Franc, would have fooled me for a Pinot, semi tart cranberry and black tea on the finish. — 18 days ago

Tom, Dave and 8 others liked this

Hahn Winery

SLH Santa Lucia Highlands Estate Grown Pinot Noir 2021

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.0

Medium ruby color. Aromas of cherry, cranberry and hints of red licorice. Cherry and cola on the palate, with a black tea finish. Paired nicely with pulled pork sandwiches.

🏅91 Points - Wine Spectator
— 25 days ago

Dave, Doug and 9 others liked this
Dave

Dave

I think Hahn's "special" productions deserve some love.

Domaine Carneros (Taittinger)

Limited Barrel Selection Carneros Pinot Noir 2022

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.4

Deep ruby color. Aromas of cherry, fig, violets and black tea. Long lasting flavors, cherry, blackberry, oak and baking spices. Extraordinary wine!

— a day ago

Dave, Tom and 9 others liked this

Rancho Las Hermanas

Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2021

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.2

Medium ruby color. Aromas of peppercorn, cherry and earthy tones. Cherry on the palate with smoke and sage. Very good for under $35.

🏅92 Points - Wine Enthusiasts
— 10 days ago

Dave, Paul and 13 others liked this

Billecart-Salmon

Vintage Brut Champagne Pinot Meunier Blend 2013

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.4

Deep gold, delicate bubbles. Aromas of bruised apples, hazelnut, brioche and lemon pith. Bright citrus, apple tart and lemon cream finish. Intense!


🏅94 Points - Wine Spectator
🏅93 Points - James Suckling
— 15 days ago

Pinotman, Dave and 11 others liked this
Tegan Marriott

Tegan Marriott

Love me some Pinot meunier!

Emerson Brown

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.3

Deep purple color. Aromas of red and black fruit, floral notes, leather and dusty earth. Plum on the palate, blackberry and herbal notes. Ridiculously good for $65. — 4 days ago

Dave, Tegan and 13 others liked this
Tegan Marriott

Tegan Marriott

Wow does the labels abv say 16.1 %?

Pierre Meurgey

Les Grands Epenots Pommard 1er Cru Pinot Noir 2019

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.4

Medium ruby color. Aromas of boysenberry, huckleberry, graphite and pepper. What an incredible wine! Flavors of cherry, cranberry and black tea. Superb!

🏅95 Points - Wine Enthusiast
🏅93 Points - Wine Spectator
— 13 days ago

Billy, Lyle and 10 others liked this
Tegan Marriott

Tegan Marriott

You like the Bacchus wine club that you go through?
Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

@Tegan Marriott - I do! Are you a member there?
Tegan Marriott

Tegan Marriott

Me no I'm not a member. Just was wondering your thoughts on it?

Domaine Juliette Avril

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhône Blend 2022

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Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

9.1

Medium ruby color. Aromas of cherry, raspberry, baking spices and licorice. Solid GSM! Red fruit, pepper and clove on the palate.

🏅94 Points - James Suckling
— 18 days ago

Dave, Daniel and 12 others liked this
Dave

Dave

I had the exact same bottle 2 weeks ago. I loved it! 😊
Neil Valenzuela

Neil Valenzuela

@Dave - solid wine… great price point.