Corra Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

August 3, 2010

A mix of ripe, sweetish plum, currant and black cherry fruit framed by cedary oak, mineral and firm tannins, this is rich, complex and concentrated, well-proportioned and full-bodied, ending with nice structure and length. Best from 2011 through 2017. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 192 cases made. JLYear: 2006Score: 91Price: $125Country: CaliforniaRegion: Napa

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Chappellet Merlot Napa Valley

August 3, 2010

Supple yet complex, with red currant, cedar and spicy-mocha aromas and rich black cherry and bell pepper flavors that linger with soft tannins. Drink now through 2013. 3,875 cases made. TFYear: 2006Score: 90Price: $30Country: CaliforniaRegion: Napa

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Chalk Hill Syrah Chalk Hill

August 3, 2010

Fresh, intense and vibrant, with snappy black cherry and grapey blackberry fruit that offers floral and spicy nuances. Full-bodied, trim and focused, it gains depth and ends in a long, persistent finish. Drink now through 2015. 118 cases made. JLYear: 2006Score: 93Price: $60Country: CaliforniaRegion: Sonoma

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Château de la Bonnelière Sauvignon Touraine

August 3, 2010

Soft, with modest lemon and thyme notes, followed by a clean but short finish. Drink now. 500 cases imported. JMYear: 2008Score: 81Price: $15Country: FranceRegion: Loire

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Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy Sancerre Cuvée Les Coûtes

August 3, 2010

Light but focused, with chive and lime flavors that have modest cut on the finish. Drink now. 800 cases imported. JMYear: 2008Score: 84Price: $25Country: FranceRegion: Loire

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Laurent Grégoire Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie Domaine de Beauregard

August 3, 2010

This offers bracing lemon and lime flavors steered by a lingering note of fleur de sel. Drink now. 600 cases imported. JMYear: 2008Score: 87Price: $11Country: FranceRegion: Loire

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Jean-Louis Chave Sélection Crozes-Hermitage Silène

August 3, 2010

Very bright and fresh, with a lively floral note leading the way for damson plum, red cherry and red currant fruit, all backed by an elegant, iron-tinged finish. Drink now through 2010. 600 cases made. JMYear: 2007Score: 90Price: $27Country: FranceRegion: Northern Rhône

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Michel Loriot Brut Pinot Meunier Champagne Vieilles Vignes

August 3, 2010

A beautiful expression of fruit¿wild strawberry, red currant and flowers¿is matched to a light-weight, lively profile. Leaves a mouthwatering impression on the firm finish. Drink now through 2012. BSYear: 2004Score: 90Price: $85Country: FranceRegion: Champagne

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Michel Loriot Brut Champagne

August 3, 2010

Offers a mix of apricot and passion fruit pâte de fruit, with spice accents in the background. This has volume and a soft structure, leading to a moderately long finish. Drink now through 2016. 100 cases imported. BSYear: 2002Score: 89Price: $65Country: FranceRegion: Champagne

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Richard Leroy Anjou White Les Noëls de Montbenault

August 3, 2010

Plump and friendly, with ginger, apricot and quince flavors allied to a juicy frame. Really stretches out in the glass, with the ginger frame supporting additional hints of toasted brioche and fig. Nice length. Drink now through 2011. JMYear: 2007Score: 90Price: $45Country: FranceRegion: Loire

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