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Jan. 15, 2010
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SAXUM
James Berry Vineyard Paso Robles 2007
$67
An amazing wine, dense, rich and layered, offering a mix of power and finesse, with concentrated dark berry fruit, mineral, sage, herb and cedar notes that are pure, intense, focused and persistent. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. Drink now through 2018. 950 cases made. —James Laube
Jan. 13, 2010
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FOUR VINES
Anarchy Paso Robles 2007
$40
Distinct and complex, with wild berry, black cherry, spice, black licorice and mocha-dill oak, this full-bodied red combines power with flavor and makes an attempt at finesse. Ends chewy. Mourvèdre, Syrah and Zinfandel. Drink now through 2014. 1,083 cases made. —James Laube
Jan. 12, 2010
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CHURCHILL
Douro Quinta Da Gricha 2007
$75
Showing pure, effusive aromas and flavors of wild plum, raspberry and dark cherry, this red is filled with plenty of silky tannins that caress the palate. Long and lush on the finish, with notes of chocolate, paprika and cream. Drink now through 2015. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 4,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus
Jan. 11, 2010
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FRANÇOIS VILLARD
Condrieu Les Terrasses Du Palat 2007
$60
Bright and juicy, with a hint of green apple offsetting the ripe mango, melon and creamed peach notes. The long, anise- and floral-tinged finish has weight and drive. Drink now. 929 cases made. —James Molesworth
Jan. 09, 2010
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RETOUR
Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2007
$65
Light and sharply focused, offering a juicy mouthful of black cherry, dark plum and tart berry flavors that ride over a sleek frame and through a layer of fine tannins on the finish. Best from 2010 through 2014. 900 cases made. —Harvey Steiman
Jan. 08, 2010
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DOMAINE LA ROQUÈTE
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape White Clos 2008
$40
Nicely ripe for the vintage, with a buttery edge to the peach, melon and star fruit flavors that glide through the plump, creamy finish. A floral hint keeps it all honest. Equal parts Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Clairette. Drink now. 830 cases made. —James Molesworth
Jan. 07, 2010
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LAGIER MEREDITH
Syrah Mount Veeder 2007
$48
Firm and intense, with a trim yet complex band of spicy currant, wild berry, mineral, sage and pebble. Very much a Northern Rhône–styled wine with its structure and minerality. Needs aeration. Best from 2011 through 2018. 850 cases made. —James Laube
Jan. 06, 2010
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ALBINO ROCCA
Barbaresco Vigneto Brich Ronchi 2006
$55
Aromas of raspberry, flowers and aniseed. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a solid core of ripe, elegant fruit. Impressive for its balance and texture. Best after 2011. 2,000 cases made, 800 cases imported. —JS
Jan. 05, 2010
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LA SPINETTA
Barbera D'asti Superiore Bionzo 2007
$45
Impressive aromas of tar, iodine, crushed blackberry and blueberry. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and bright acidity. A rich, generous Barbera. Drink now. 2,250 cases made, 1,125 cases imported. —JS
