670 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
This vibrant wine is a deep garnet color with an enticing nose of cassis li-
queur, blueberry coulis, tobacco, tarragon and roasting coffee. It is medium
bodied with medium tannins, fine persistence, medium finish, youthful af-
tertaste and excellent depth. Given proper cellaring, this wine should give
drinking pleasure through 2031. Begs for a nicely grilled rib-eye of beef!
Wine.com – 91 points
Donors: Doug and Amy Mottram
Value: $105
671 Clos de l'Oratoire Grand Cru Classe 2016
This special wine is filled with aromas including black cherry liqueur, dark
chocolate, flowers, smoke and espresso. When it hits your palate you'll find
ripe, fresh, sweet, silky dark red berries and plum. Blending 90% Merlot and
10% Cabernet Franc, there is a sweetness and softness to the tannins, carrying
fruit and freshness to the endnote.
Robert Parker – 92 points
Donors: Janine and James McKenna
Value: $60
672 Chateau Pradeaux - "X - 10 Ans d'Elevage" 2007
Tobacco, warm ganache and espresso notes lead the way in this wine with ev-
idence of plum and blackberry flavors. Mesquite and cedar accents guide the
finish. This wonderful wine is best enjoyed through 2022.
Wine Spectator – 91 points
Donors: Joseph and Michelle Piccirillo
Value: $85
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