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Domaine Giraud Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Galimardes 2017 Red Wine - France

Les Galimardes comes from old vines of Grenache and Syrah planted on clay limestone soils covered with galets in the lieu-dit of Galimardes south of the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Each variety is harvested and fermented separately – concrete... more

Chateau Maris Les Amandiers 2016 Red Wine - France

Dark fruits, blackcurrants, blackberries, and notes of white flowers and licorice. Decadent. Can be cellared for at least 10 years. This calls for a Cassoulet or a Chateaubriand. I tasted the Syrah-dominated 2016 Minervois la Liviniere les Amandiers... more

Domaine Giraud Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Galimardes 2019 Red Wine - France

Les Galimardes comes from old vines of Grenache and Syrah planted on clay limestone soils covered with galets in the lieu-dit of Galimardes south of the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Each variety is harvested and fermented separately – concrete... more

Sans Liege The Offering 2018 Red Wine - California

Scents of cinnamon bark, graphite, white pepper and cocoa dust hang in the air of the warmly lit room as you enter. A glass of framboise and cedar bowls filled with green olives and wild strawberries are set out. Though the day was long & arduous a... more

Du Puis Baker Ranch Syrah 2019 Red Wine - California

ker Ranch consistently produces a syrah with Northern Rhone-like palate weight, aromatics and flavors. This organically farmed syrah is fermented 100% whole cluster, utilizing native yeast and aged in neutral oak barrels. The light sandstone soils are... more

Aresti Family Collection 2015 Red Wine - Chile

Since the early days of the winery, Don Vicente Aresti A. crafted this wine exclusively for his family, from the best that can be grown in the Curico´ Valley. A hedonistic nose with elderberry reduction, caramel, violet reduction, plenty of dark... more

Domaine de Marcoux Lirac La Lorentine 2019 Red Wine - France

A relatively new addition to their holdings and totaling 8 hectares, their property in Lirac is a mix of Grencahe, Syrah and Mourvedre on a complex terroir of sand, pale clay limestone and gravelly red clay. It was a sadly neglected vineyard so it has... more

Domaine Giraud Lirac Vieilles Vignes 2020 Red Wine - France

Once coming entirely from Grenache planted around 1950 in a sandy part of Lirac, the former Côtes-du-Rhône Les Sables d’Arene would be a standout Lirac if it wasn’t for the fact that mono-varietal wines were not permitted according under current... more

Jeff Cohn Cellars Pure Yum Red 2018 Red Wine - California

Deep scarlet red with shades of purple. Aromas of black cherry, hot cinnamon stick, slightly gamy with dried Herbs de Provence, dark chocolate nibs and rose petal. A voluptuous mouthfeel that is oozing with red and blue fruits and layered in silky mix... more

Lionel Faury L'Art Zele Syrah 2020 Red Wine - France

If you want to experience the classic flavors of northern Rhône Syrah, then here is a textbook example. Velvety black fruit coats the palate like a fine pulp, while sensations of cracked pepper and pulverized schist stone provide an incisive,... more

Spear Estate Syrah 2019 Red Wine - California

The 2019 Spear Estate Syrah shows blueberry, floral and white pepper on the nose. Boysenberry, currant and elderberry on the palate. The mouthfeel is dry and elegant. The 2019 Syrah Estate saw just a touch of stems as well as all neutral oak. It... more

Vina Ventisquero Vertice 2020 Red Wine - Chile

Deep red with violet hues. The nose reveals black fruit, such as blackberries, intermingled with gentle spices, such as black pepper, damp earth, notes of native forest and a hint of graphite and soft spices. This wine has a firm structure and silky... more

Bodegas Mauro 2020 Red Wine - Spain

Fragrant, full of red fruit and freshness, more length than width in its dimension. The delicacy of the ensemble and the dynamism of its tannic texture stand out. The textbook red 2020 Mauro comes from a cooler year with freshness and balance. It's... more

K Vintners Cattle King Syrah 2020 Red Wine - Washington

This one rides the range with notes of grilled meat, dried herbs, wild sarsaparilla, white pepper and a whisper of menthol. Dusty, taunting and moody. Baked rock, earthy licorice, black cherry compote, with a lightness of being. Lively, dense and... more

Tablas Creek Esprit de Tablas Rouge 2020 Red Wine - California

A pretty nose that speaks clearly of Mourvèdre in its elderberry and blackcurrant fruit and its eucalyptus and soy marinade umami notes. On the palate, black cherry and musky mulberry fruit, new leather, and a loamy richness that suggests a lovely... more

County Line Sonoma Coast Syrah 2021 Red Wine - California

Step into the wild with the 2021 County Line Syrah Sonoma Coast. A deep, mesmerizing violet color extends to the nose, joining dark fruited bramble notes of blackberry jam. Flavorsome hints of black pepper, mixed olives, wild mushrooms, and cured game... more

Vincent Paris Saint-Joseph Les Cotes 2022 Red Wine - France

Vincent Paris’ Saint-Joseph comes from hillside vineyards located around the village of Ardoix. Always composed of 100% Syrah, the wine displays a beautiful purity of exuberant fruit, yet without any evidence of over ripeness. A lively, pure and... more

Spring Valley Frederick Estate Red 2018 Red Wine - Washington

The 2018 is a ripe Vintage of Frederick focusing on black summer fruit and candied flavors. The tannins are juicy and seamless and the wine finishes on a herbal note. Blend: 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 23% Merlot, 16% Syrah The 2018... more

Kale Kick Ranch Vineyard Red Blend 2015 Red Wine - California

Dark violet color. The concentration this year is over-the-top. The crop was so light, that we achieved serious ripeness reflected in the aromas and mouthfeel. Intense smooth, cocoa tannins linger in the finish with tanned leather and tobacco leaf.... more

Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2019 Red Wine - France

The estate's flagship cuvée, always at the top of international rankings. The robe is dark with purple reflections. On the nose, the still discreet aromas of crushed black fruits and garrigue are just waiting to melt into a noble and fresh substance,... more

Andre Brunel Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2019 Red Wine - France

Dominant aromas of red and black fruits enhanced by a touch of oak from the barrel-aged Syrah and a touch of leather and earth complement the harmonious tannins rounding out an elegant and long finish. Pair with cheese fondue, hearty beef stroganoff,... more

Domaine Clusel-Roch Cote-Rotie Les Schistes 2019 Red Wine - France

Deep ruby color. Nose hints at red fruit, blue fruit and a touch of cola. Supple texture with lovely Syrah spice underneath. Round, with nice underlying acidity and well-integrated tannin on the finish. Vibrant, mineral-accented blackberry, blueberry... more

Vivera Terra dei Sogni Rosso 2017 Red Wine - Italy

Only partially aged in oak, Terra dei Sogni is a youthful red with varietal notes of juicy berries, sweet spices and carob, with long lasting, dense tannins. The Etna character of the Nerello Cappuccio is perfectly married with the international... more

Barruol Lynch Cote Rotie Les Roses 2017 Red Wine - France

The magic of great Côte Rôtie does not come from its reputation for being a big, bombastic wine. In fact, what you’re looking for is a balance of the wild, meaty, earthy characteristics, with the graceful aromas of—like the name of this... more

Vidal-Fleury Gigondas 2018 Red Wine - France

Vidal-Fleury Gigondas is a deep red in color with a nose of ripe dark fruit. Full on the palate with layers of blackberry, cherry, prune and violet. On the palate grenache driven, fatness, unctuous structured with tannin, cherry and pepper. Blend: 75%... more

Jean-Luc Colombo Cornas Les Ruchets 2018 Red Wine - France

A superb, deep black cherry color. On the nose, complex and elegant with notes of spices, violets, and black fruit and vanilla. On the palate, powerful, structured notes of black fruit, herbs, white pepper and blueberry. Delicious with game such as... more

Chronic Cellars Sofa King Bueno Red Blend 2019 Red Wine - California

Not one to shy away from a good joke, Sofa King has wit and confidence for days - she knows she is just so Bueno! A smooth operator with bold, cheeky notes of dark berry fruits. Blend: 45% Syrah, 32% Petite Sirah, 13% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre more

Domaine de la Mordoree Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Reine des Bois 2020 Red Wine - France

Intense and deep ruby. Aromas of red and black fruits, violet and licorice. The palate is dense, fat and rounded with a long, fruity length Pair with red meats, sauce dishes, venison, and soft cheeses. Blend: 75% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 3%... more

Weingut K & K Kirnbauer Das Phantom Qualitatswein 2019 Red Wine - Austria

This red wine cuvée is a dark garnet red marriage of Blaufränkisch, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Complex, interesting nose with wild berries and cranberries, fine roasted aromas from 18 months of barrique storage combined with delicate... more

Errazuriz Kai Carmenere 2018 Red Wine - Chile

Kai is Viña Errázuriz's most sophisticated Carmenere from its vineyards in the Aconcagua Valley. It reflects the true expression of Carmenere, which is now considered to be Chile’s emblematic variety. Blend: 95% Carmenere, 5% Syrah This is a very... more

Senorio de Barahonda Barrica 2019 Red Wine - Spain

Made from Monastrell and Syrah grapes, this wine is a bright cherry red in color. It shows a pleasant sensation of ripe fruit on a light oak flavor, long, intense, balanced with a wide and complex finish on the palate. more

B. Leighton Olsen Brothers Vineyard Syrah 2020 Red Wine - Washington

Black plum, orange peel, tomato skin, and bacon fat, followed by a complex secondary explosion of wild blueberry, dark chocolate, black tea, nori, and grilled herbs. Fabulous, thought provoking, and absolutely delicious. Layered and focused, the 2020... more

Mount Peak Gravity Red Blend 2017 Red Wine - California

Gravity Red Blend is named for a remote, hard-to-reach block on one of the lowest slopes of the Monte Rosso Vineyard. Its location on the edge of a canyon yields grapes with exceptional intensity. Decadent dark fruit notes of plum and black raspberry... more

Ex Post Facto Syrah 2021 Red Wine - California

Cold climate Syrah with notes of peppercorn, black cherry, and raspberry. A firm, dry and persistent wine. Rounded and fresh aromas of boysenberry jam, lavender and rose petal are floral while rich and juicy on the nose of this bottling. The mouthfeel... more

Chateau de Campuget 1753 Syrah 2022 Red Wine - France

Chateau de Campuget 1753 Syrah is intense and deep throughout its tasting. The color is almost black dark red. The nose is fruity (blackcurrant, blackberry) and cocoa notes. In the mouth the violet and the liquorice explode. The tannins are elegant and... more

Sextant Wheelhouse Zinfandel 2021 Red Wine - California

There's an ethos in the glass when it comes to quality Zinfandel from Paso Robles. Sensory perception meets emotional connection with California's Central Coast, where picturesque oak trees frame scenic vineyards. The 2021 Sextant Wheelhouse Zinfandel... more

Honig Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2021 Red Wine - California

Another classic Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon expressing a lovely combination of black raspberry and cherry enhanced by savory notes and exotic spices (think Garam masala) and cocoa nibs. The texture is rich, framed by just the right amount of... more

Cep Estate Syrah 2020 Red Wine - California

Reminiscent of a Crozes-Hermitage due to a warmer than normal vintage, this wine has a blueberry mixed with black olive aroma sweetened by wafts of bacon fat that those who know Crozes associate with the region. The flavors on the palate are not quite... more