vintage: 2022

The Paring Chardonnay 2022

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The Paring
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Retail Price: $24.99

Tasting Notes: The 2022 Paring Chardonnay reveals a bright and inviting straw-yellow hue. On the nose, it opens with a bouquet of ripe tropical fruits — notably pineapple and mango — interwoven with fragrant notes of citrus blossom and hints of vanilla from subtle oak aging. Flavors of juicy apple, lemon zest and a hint of toasted almond unfold, complemented by a delicate undertone of butterscotch.
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Hall Ranch Red Blend 2022

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Hall Ranch
Varietal: Red Blend
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: A fun and approachable Rhone Style blend from Paso Robles. This medium-bodied wine exudes notes of bright cherry and spice. The graphite notes taper the fruit into a structured finish. This could be easily paired with a variety of food from barbeque to a delicate cheese plate.
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L’Ecole No. 41 Sémillon 2022

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L'Ecole No. 41
Varietal: Sémillon
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Retail Price: $22.00

Tasting Notes: Vibrant and refreshing with layers of stone fruit, honeysuckle, lemon and pear. Sustainably managed, beautiful, complex and perfect for a summer picnic with fresh tuna salad sandwiches and pom frites.
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Caymus 1858 Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

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Caymus
Fanciful Name: 1858
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $39.99

Tasting Notes: Coming from the iconic Wagner family, makers of Caymus, this is an extremely versatile pairing wine with notes of blackberry, vanilla, dried brush, baking spices and bell pepper rind. It is a rich, lush wine that’s sure to impress.
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Camp Wines Merlot 2022

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Camp Wines
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: North Coast
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: The 2022 Camp Merlot pours a deep, rich ruby color with purple hues around the edges, exhibiting good clarity and a medium to full body. The nose presents a bouquet of ripe dark fruits like black cherries, plums and blackberries, with subtle notes of cocoa, vanilla and freshly turned earth. On the palate, it offers a smooth texture with flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, cedar and licorice, balanced by refreshing acidity. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering dark fruit, a hint of spice and well-integrated, silky tannins.
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Sean Minor Pinot Noir 2022

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Sean Minor
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Retail Price: $27.99

Tasting Notes: On the palate, it is medium bodied with a smooth, silky texture, revealing a medley of juicy red fruits like cherry and cranberry, layered with pomegranate and a touch of mushroom. The wine's bright acidity and well-integrated tannins create a harmonious balance, leading to a refreshing, long finish accented by lingering notes of red fruit, a hint of vanilla and a delicate minerality.
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Amity Vineyards Pinot Noir 2022

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Amity Vineyards
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Oregon
Retail Price: $28.00

Tasting Notes: From one of Oregon's authentic pioneer wine producers, this pinot noir exemplifies what Oregon brings to the pinot noir world. Dark bright ruby in the glass, the nose and palate lean towards ripe dark fruit, with lovely accents of spice, and floral hints. An excellent expression of Oregon fruit and winemaking.
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Smith Bench Chardonnay 2022

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Smith Bench
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Arroyo Seco
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: From the Wente Family, this feels like a light California chardonnay but still has delectable notes of oak, brown sugar and caramel apples. There’s a hint of banana on the palate, with butterscotch tones that flow through the finish.
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Old Winery Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

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Old Winery Road
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa-Sonoma
Retail Price: $39.99

Tasting Notes: Grapes from both Napa and Sonoma Counties were used by the winemakers at Buena Vista to showcase the qualities of each in a seamless 50/50 blend. Hints of cedar spice with blueberry, blackberry and black currant notes on the palate. Fruit forward, rich and well-integrated.
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Stoller Pinot Noir 2022

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Stoller
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $35.00

Tasting Notes: Produced in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this outstanding pinot noir is supple and complex. The dark fruit is accented by spice and floral notes. The finish is lengthy and balanced, highlighting red fruit and subtle spice notes.
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Caliveda Cellars Chardonnay 2022

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Caliveda Cellars
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: While there are tropical fruit, melon and apples notes in this chardonnay, the star of this chardonnay are the vanilla and oak that melt into a buttery goodness on the finish. This for lovers of classic California chardonnays that exude oak, warmth and creaminess.
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The Paring Pinot Noir 2022

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The Paring
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Retail Price: $24.99

Tasting Notes: The 2022 The Paring Pinot Noir offers a vibrant and expressive profile. On the nose, it exudes aromas of ripe red cherries, strawberries and raspberries. The palate is well balanced, presenting a delightful combination of fresh acidity and smooth tannins. Flavors of red currant and cranberry dominate, complemented by nuances of spice, vanilla and a touch of minerality. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lingering impression of fruit and a delicate touch of oak.
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