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Score: 92 | October 1, 2012 | Wine & Spirits
Delicate in its rose petal perfume that parallels the wine's sweet earthiness, this is, in fact, quite solidly built, though all its heft seems hidden beneath the surface. A contrast of deep and somber structure with fresh-cut cherry fruit, this has the substance and length of flavor to benefit from long aging.
Score: 92 | October 1, 2012 | Beverage Dynamics
Buena Vista is the state's oldest premium winery, and they have focused on using high-quality fruit from the region during their century-and-a-half-plus existence; an elegant ruby color; the nose is dominated by black cherry, red berry notes and spice; the palate has plenty of rich fruit; a refreshing, balanced and long finish.
Score: 92 | October 1, 2012 | Beverage Dynamics
Buena Vista is the state's oldest premium winery, and they have focused on using high-quality fruit from the region during their century-and-a-half-plus existence; an elegant ruby color; the nose is dominated by black cherry, red berry notes and spice; the palate has plenty of rich fruit; a refreshing, balanced and long finish.
Score: 91 | October 1, 2012 | Wine Enthusiast
The tannins are already finely integrated into the rich, ripe fruit. It has a smoky character along with a note of wood spice, and the black plum fruit serves as a juicy underlay. Given its weight and structure, this should for age five years at least.
Score: 90 | October 1, 2012 | Tasting Panel
Lush and ripe with deep plum and cassis; dense, balanced and generous with a long finish; 61% Sonoma, 39% Napa fruit
Score: 90 | October 1, 2012 | Wine & Spirits
A rich, plummy Beaune, this is filled with juicy sweetness in the middle, restricted by smoky tannins in the end. Those coffee-scented tannins remain tender and gentle, creating a mouthwatering finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.
Score: Silver Medal | September 30, 2012 | Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Score: Silver Medal | September 30, 2012 | Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Score: 89 | September 30, 2012 | Wine Spectator
A hint of toast introduces this lemon- and apple-infused white. Fresh and racy, with a vibrant structure and lingering lemon and apple aftertaste. Best from 2013 through 2020. 995 cases made. –BS
Score: 88 | September 30, 2012 | Wine Spectator
This is appealing for its focused savory herb and dried berry flavors. A cedary, loamy earth aftertaste marks the finish. One of James Laube's recommended California Pinot Noirs.