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Review: 2018 Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville

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2018 is widely considered the best vintage for Napa cabernet sauvignon since the vaunted 1997 release, which is perhaps why Paul Hobbs was so careful about the timing of this Coombsville bottling, which was kept in the cellar until 2024. We were fortunate enough to score a bottle while it remains, barely, available to purchase.

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Review: Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2020 Riserva and 2018 Bellezza

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Gabbiano is one of the biggest names in Chianti, widely available internationally, its various expressions ranging from under 10 dollars a bottle to upwards of $200. The post Review: Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2020 Riserva and 2018 Bellezza appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking.

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Review: 2018 Larkmead Cabernet Sauvignon “The Lark”

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Rob recently brought us a glowing review of Larkmead ‘s iconic Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2020 vintage — and now we’re taking a step further up the Napa operation’s lineup with a look at the 2018 bottling of “The Lark,” essentially its reserve to end all reserves.

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Review: Ironton American Single Malt Bottled in Bond

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The Bottled in Bond Act dates to 1897 and established strict standards of quality for American whiskey that were much needed at that point in history. But in modern America, a bottled in bond designation does not carry remotely the same weight that it did in 1897. How did they do with their bottled in bond debut? 100 proof.

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Review: Herminia Riojas – 2018 Crianza and 2017 Reserva

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2018 Herminia Rioja Crianza DOC – Surprisingly rich for a Crianza, this bottling — aged for 12 months in both American and French oak — leans heavily on its darker elements, showcasing notes of anise and dark chocolate, touched with elements of orange peel and a light dusting of mint. A- / $20 viñaherminia.es

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Review: 2018 Baldacci Vineyards Thomas Collection Cabernet Sauvignon

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Far too often, wineries present an expression christened as a “flagship” or “marquee” bottle with very little distinction from the remainder of its offerings. Do not hesitate or deliberate if you are ever fortunate to have in your presence a soul generous enough to offer to open a bottle. Extraordinary stuff.

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Review: 2018 Mazzei Ser Lapo Chianto Classico DOCG

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Before I knew it, two of us had drained a bottle over a meal of Korean chicken wings. The post Review: 2018 Mazzei Ser Lapo Chianto Classico DOCG appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking. Pairs beautifully with just about anything. No complaints. Solid price. A / $35 / mazzei.it

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