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Vintage	Producer	Product Name	Notes	Source	Score	Sell Sheet	Updated
2020	Simple Life	Rose	This not-so-simple blend of 47% Tempranillo, 29% Barbera, 13% Grenache, 8% Syrah, 3% Zinfandel is a smashing success of watermelon, tangerine, jasmine, and red cherry, all in a juicy frame. Publisher’s Picks	Tasting Panel	90		2021-07-27
2019	Trentadue	Merlot 'La Storia' Alexander Valley	Also not yet bottled, the 2019 Merlot La Storia is another rock-solid looking barrel sample from this label. Lots of ripe black cherries, scorched earth, chocolate, and tobacco notes dominate the nose, and it's rich and medium to full-bodied, with a great mid-palate and outstanding length.	Jeb Dunnuck	90-92		2021-07-26
2019	Traslapiedra	Malbec 'Vino de Desierto Marino' Paraje Altamira	The only wine I tasted this time was the 2019 Malbec from Paraje Altamira, which has the telltale floral notes of violets and lilies and is delicate and expressive, a little simple at first but with more complexity that isn't apparent at first sight. It has 13.5% alcohol and good acidity, so it comes through as fresh, balanced, elegant and lighter than the majority of reds from Mendoza, with very fine chalky tannins. I think this 2019 keeps up with the 2018. 2,400 bottles produced.	Wine Advocate	91		2021-07-26
2019	Domaine Vauroux	Chablis	Dried jasmine, white peach, lemon curd and crushed stone on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with crisp acidity. Clean and very approachable. Drink now.	James Suckling	91		2021-07-26
2019	Domaine Jean Royer	Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Tradition'	I love the classic 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape from Jean-Marie and this Grenache dominated cuvée comes from the Le Bois de la Ville and la Crau lieux-dits and was only partially destemmed and brought up in 90% stainless steel and 10% demi-muids. Rocking notes of black raspberries, toasted spices, pepper, and loads of garrigue goodness all flow to a full-bodied, seamless, elegant Grenache that has silky tannins and tons of upfront charm. It’s going to put a smile on your face anytime over the coming decade or so.	Jeb Dunnuck	92-94		2021-07-26
2019	Domaine Jean Royer	Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Les Sables de la Crau'	The tiny production 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Sables De La Crau checks in 100% Grenache from a sandy parcel in the famed La Crau lieu-dit. It was partially destemmed and brought up all in demi-muids. Incredible notes of black raspberries, mulled strawberries, cassis, orange peel, and flowery incense all soar from the glass and this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness, silky, polished tannins, and a gorgeous finish. This opulent, complex, seamless 2019 does everything right. It’s going to offer incredible pleasure right out of the gate yet also evolve for 10-15 years.	Jeb Dunnuck	95-97		2021-07-26
2015	David Arthur	Cabernet Sauvignon 'Elevation 1147' Napa Valley	This is very focused and condensed with characters of blackberroes, forest floor, mushrooms and chocolate. Full-bodied, dense and chewy with very polished tannins, which give this wine exceptional form and tension. Bright fruit and impressive intensity. Needs four to five years to soften. Try in 2022.	James Suckling	97		2021-07-26
NV	Baron	Sanlucar de Barrameda 'Xixarito' Manzanilla Pasada en Rama	Fragrant with chamomile and saffron notes, the crunch of shortbread and the savor of rice husks, this is a clean, brisk and appealing Manzanilla, ready for a thick tuna steak.	Wine & Spirits	90		2021-07-26
2018	Beauchene	Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Grande Reserve'	A blend of 80% Grenache and 10% each Mourvèdre and Syrah, the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape Grande Reserve matured in a mix of tanks and barrels. Made from the estate's oldest Châteauneuf-du-Pape vines, it's impressively dark in color, yet not hugely expressive on the nose, showing just hints of red raspberries, cherries and orange zest. In the mouth, it's full-bodied and reasonably rich, with a velvety feel and some real concentration apparent on the lingering, spice-tinged finish.	Wine Advocate	92		2021-07-21
2022	Dancing Crow Vineyards	Farmers Cuvee Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Lake County		Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge	97		2021-07-17