Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Superyacht Wine Cellars Have Reached Peak Lavishness

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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines 2023 Riverstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco), $15
 
 
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Candied apple and honeysuckle aromas are fresh and clean on the nose of this bottling.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rodney Strong 2019 Symmetry Red (Alexander Valley), $70
 
 
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This compelling and intricate Bordeaux blend brings classic currant, blackberry, pencil shaving and black pepper aromas, while the palate displays seamless balance between rich tannins, mouthwatering acidity and flavors of blackberry jam, dark chocolate and cassis.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lions Head Collection 2022 Panthera Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley), $46
 
 
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Decadent aromas of roasted cherry, cranberry and cocoa powder waft from the glass on the nose of this Pinot.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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