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    What We’re Drinking – Mic.Drop.2 Straight Bourbon Whiskey

    David Honig
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    Mic.Drop.2 is the second bourbon from Nicolas Palazzi, who I described as a magician after the first edition. The second round is a 13-year old single barrel that yielded a paltry 140 bottles, and every one of them is gone. But read on, and see what we missed (I got

    Vie Mélange Maison I

    David Honig
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    Rhone-style blend, strong on the Syrah, explodes on the nose with a blast of raspberry and crisp beef fat. Savory and juicy on the palate, raspberry, crisp fat, pencil lead, and thyme knit smoothly together. Firm tannins and bright acidity call for crispy pork belly. Highly Recommended. 91 points. DBH

    Cornerstone Cellars Benchlands Cabernet Sauvignon

    David Honig
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    Rich fruit aromas rise from the glass, cassis, plums, and black cherry, with a hint of tomato leaf and dry herbs. Black cherry  and blueberry pie, pencil lead, and unsweetened chocolate explode on a rich, voluptuous palate. Tannins are silky, fruits extracted, oak giving strong support without overwhelming. This is

    Dutton Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir

    David Honig
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    The palate is tart and fresh, with cranberry, rhubarb, and wild strawberry. Some forest floor and dry herbs add layers. It is racy and fruity, and just a bit rough around the edges. Drink with wild boar sausage. Recommended. 88 points. DBH WHO: Dutton Goldfield WHAT: Pinot Noir WHEN: 2016

    Dutton Goldfield Redwood Ridge Pinot Noir

    David Honig
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    Cherry pie filling and pomegranate, with a touch of cola, roil up from the glass. Fresher cherry, pomegranate, and  few drops of sweet key lime flow through the palate, with asian spices and a touch of cola. The finish lingers forever. Fresh, tart, complex, and made for food, drink with

    Dutton Goldfield Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir

    David Honig
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    Opulent and voluptuous, fine red fruits, strawberry, raspberry, with a black fruit background, make a gorgeous palate. Asian spices, nutmeg, cinnamon, and the tiniest pinch of white pepper give marvelous complexity and depth. Drink with crown roast of lamb. Highly Recommended. 95 points. DBH WHO: Dutton Goldfield WHAT: Pinot Noir

    Dutton Goldfield “Deviate” Pinot Noir

    David Honig
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    Rich dark fruit and berry aromas, laced with vanilla, float up from the glass. Opulent and supple on the palate, plums and black cherries are joined on the mid-palate by black raspberries. Shortbread and Christmas spice add layers and complexity. Drink with oven roasted rack of pork. Highly Recommended. 93

    Dutton Goldfield Emerald Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir

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    Strawberries, hints of cherries, and roses waft up from the glass. Raspberries take the lead on the palate, followed by strawberries, then cherries. Asian spice and a hint of cinnamon add depth and complexity. Elegant and silky, it would pair beautifully with roast pork. Highly Recommended. 93 points. DBH WHO:
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