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Hunt Cellars 2004 “Opulence” Cabernet Franc / Paso Robles

Hunt Cellars 2004 “Opulence” Cabernet Franc / Paso Robles

David spent years looking for the perfect venue for his wines and eventually settled on a uniquely beautiful property of over 550 acres in the foothills and mountains...

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Hunt Cellars 2005 “Maestro” / Paso Robles

Hunt Cellars 2005 “Maestro” / Paso Robles

At Hunt Cellars, they specialize in “memorable wines.” Winemaker David Hunt is quite well known in the wine community for his amazing barrel work, and once you’ve...

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Wine Aerators: More Flavor, Not Hot Air

Wine Aerators: More Flavor, Not Hot Air

For several years now, when I’m at my grandparents’ house for the holidays, a few hours before dinner, I am given the same instructions. My grandfather...

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Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Malbec / Napa Valley

Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Malbec / Napa Valley

Perfectly situated under the face of the Stag’s Leap Palisades lays our hillside property. On the 78 acres you will find the highly visible outcropping of...

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Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Merlot / Napa Valley

Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Merlot / Napa Valley

The Robinson Family vineyard is located in an ideal setting. During the day the heat from the large structured volcanic rock of the cliffs penetrates the vines,...

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Robinson Family Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon / Napa Valley

Robinson Family Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon / Napa Valley

After retiring from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1967, Norman (Bud) Robinson and wife Helen (Dinky) Robinson purchased 78 acres in the Napa Valley. An idea...

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Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Franc / Napa Valley

Robinson Family Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Franc / Napa Valley

The Robinson Family vineyard is located in an ideal setting. During the day the heat from the large structured volcanic rock of the cliffs penetrates the vines,...

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Great Legs 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon / Napa Valley

Great Legs 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon / Napa Valley

Perfectly situated under the face of the Stag’s Leap Palisades lays our hillside property. On the 78 acres you will find the highly visible outcropping of...

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Great Legs 2005 Red Wine / Napa Valley

Great Legs 2005 Red Wine / Napa Valley

The grapes for this Bordeaux style blend come from the Robinson Family Vineyards located in southern Napa. Being in the cooler, southeast end of the valley means...

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Zaca Mesa 2006 Z Three / Santa Ynez Valley

Zaca Mesa 2006 Z Three / Santa Ynez Valley

 Zaca Mesa has been growing Rhone varietals in Santa Barbara County since 1978. The Z three is an estate blend of 49 % Syrah, 37% Mourvedre, and 14% Grenache.  ...

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