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Wine Reviews

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Textbook 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Co. ($21)

An outstanding white, with bright aromas of salted lime and vanilla bean. Juicy melon, mango, and honeycomb flood the palate offering a sensual, leesy mouthfeel, while acidity is its shining star. Fermented in stainless steel, with additional barrel fermentation in neutral French oak.

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The 75 Wine Co. 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendocino ($20)

Redolent of cotton candy, sage, red plum and a hint of potpourri, this Cabernet Sauvignon offers a kaleidoscope of flavors. A floral mid-palate segues into a denouement of black currant crumble and cherry cola. Aged in both neutral French oak and stainless steel, the mouthfeel is polished and the tannic grip has a pleasing, resinous texture.

92

The Guardian by Caliveda 2023 Pinot Noir, Los Carneros, Napa Valley ($35)

Brambly and juicy, with dark cherry, tobacco, and milk chocolate. White-peppered pomegranate surges on mid-palate, ramping up its long, savory finish.

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The Introvert 2023 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, CA ($15)

Teeth-grabbing tannins and a dusty mouthfeel relay a complex, layered red for a price that certainly over-delivers. Espresso and graphite unite with black currant and black forest cake. Upright and athletic.

91

The Introvert 2023 Reserve Red Blend, CA ($17)

Blackberry, graphite, and cigar leaf indicate a big, bold red. Its concentrated profile is reined in by sturdy but elegant, drying tannins.

92

The Recipient 2024 Pinot Grigio, Friuli Grave DOC, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy ($13)

Pine nuts, lemon bar, green apple, and seashell mingle with searing acidity. Clean, pure , and stony dry, with an herbal lift.

90

Thievery 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon, CA ($12)

Aged 12 months in French oak, the wine is dense and juicy, with super-ripe cherries, blueberries, and milk chocolate. At this price, every sip is a steal.

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True Myth 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles ($20)

Focused tension, with a cooling acidity and a bright persona. Tart cherry, tobacco leaf, and mocha go a long way, with a cedar-seasoned finish.