California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
California
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California | 3 | 100 (JA) |
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£499.61 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)A storrming, stonking Napa wine, playing at the top of its game in 2019. Somehow takes the power and concentration of Napa but makes it full of texture, life, light and shade. Espresso, liqourice root, cocoa bean, cassis, cranberry, black cherry, cold ash and crayon. Hard not to fall in love with, nothing overdone, everything in its place. Winemaker Todd DeVincezi, consultant winemaker Philippe Bascaules. All aged in French oak barrels, 75% new. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JA) |
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£970.84 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)A storrming, stonking Napa wine, playing at the top of its game in 2019. Somehow takes the power and concentration of Napa but makes it full of texture, life, light and shade. Espresso, liqourice root, cocoa bean, cassis, cranberry, black cherry, cold ash and crayon. Hard not to fall in love with, nothing overdone, everything in its place. Winemaker Todd DeVincezi, consultant winemaker Philippe Bascaules. All aged in French oak barrels, 75% new. |
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California | 3 | 94 (DC) |
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£613.24 |
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Decanter (94)Ripe and concentrated on the nose, smells full. Gorgeous texture and overall impression in the mouth. I love the sticky liquorice aspect to the black cherries, blackcurrants and plum fruit, it's not spicy so much as in piquant but the hints of cinnamon and tobacco leaf give that added complexity and edge to the concentrated fruit. It's a bold style, but I like the sweetness and the acidity keeping it lifted. It's a joyful expression, easy to drink. Rich and round but not heavy, there really is nothing not to like here. Amazing for the price! 1% Malbec completes the blend. Ageing 18 months in 48% new oak (58% French, 42% American) and 52% older French and American oak barrels before bottling. |
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California | 6 | 99 (JD) |
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£760.01 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Another beautiful wine from this team, the 2019 Insignia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon but includes smaller amounts of Merlot and Malbec, brought up all in new barrels, sourced from seven estate vineyards. It has a classic varietal and incredibly complex nose of crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, green tobacco, and damp earth, with a kiss of background sappy spring flowers. Seemingly from a cooler year with its freshness, vibrancy, and herbal, floral character on the nose, it's nevertheless full-bodied and beautifully concentrated on the palate, with ultra-fine tannins, a seamless, layered mouthfeel, and a gorgeous finish. Unquestionably up with the finest vintages of this cuvée, this is legit awesome juice that’s going to offer incredible pleasure over the coming 20-25 years. Hats off to winemaker Ashley Hepworth. |
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California | 3 | 99 (JD) |
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£1,476.04 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Another beautiful wine from this team, the 2019 Insignia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon but includes smaller amounts of Merlot and Malbec, brought up all in new barrels, sourced from seven estate vineyards. It has a classic varietal and incredibly complex nose of crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, green tobacco, and damp earth, with a kiss of background sappy spring flowers. Seemingly from a cooler year with its freshness, vibrancy, and herbal, floral character on the nose, it's nevertheless full-bodied and beautifully concentrated on the palate, with ultra-fine tannins, a seamless, layered mouthfeel, and a gorgeous finish. Unquestionably up with the finest vintages of this cuvée, this is legit awesome juice that’s going to offer incredible pleasure over the coming 20-25 years. Hats off to winemaker Ashley Hepworth. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£1,329.62 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Deep purple-black, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard rockets out of the glass with intense notes of blackcurrant cordial, plum preserves and blueberry pie, plus hints of Chinese five spice, dusty soil, menthol, tar and black truffles, with a waft of roses. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is an exercise in poise, delivering layer upon layer of vibrant black and blue fruits with a rock-solid backbone of super ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and just plain delicious. Pure, seemingly effortless, seamless perfection. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 80% new French oak, the alcohol is a relatively modest 14.3%. 300 cases were made. |
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California | 2 | 98+ (VN) |
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£1,389.62 |
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Vinous (98+)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Rhadamanthus Diamond Mountain District is a heady, hillside wine endowed with an explosive energy that races across the palate from the very first taste. Scorched earth, menthol, gravel, licorice and a good dose of Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot savoriness add weave through a core of dark fruit. The tannins are pretty much buried in this captivating Cabernet from Nigel and Shae Kinsman. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,518.18 |
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The Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 hails from the picturesque terrains of Napa Valley, California, a land renowned for world-class wines. The Kongsgaard family is famous for their meticulously crafted, limited-production wines, and this vintage is no exception. Employing traditional winemaking methods, the Syrah grapes used in this acclaimed red are hand-harvested and fermented with indigenous yeasts. The rich purple hue of the Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 preludes its complex and heady aroma; dense with the scent of dark fruits and interlaced with hints of smoked meat and pepper. On the palate, it presents layers of lush blackberries, rich dried fruit and exotic spices, underlined by finely grained tannins. It culminates in a long finish, providing a remarkable sensory experience that highlights the unique terroir of the Kongsgaard estate. The Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 is a testament to the Kongsgaard family's commitment to excellence, reflecting their mastery and passion for winemaking. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£899.86 |
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California | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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£596.86 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection from Paso Robles, the 2019 Estate Cuvee checks in as 50% Syrah, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Petit Verdot that was raised in 81% new French oak. Incredible cassis and black berry fruits as well as violets, chocolate, graphite, and who knows what else emerges from the glass, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a concentrated yet weightless mouthfeel, building tannins, and a great finish. It’s more seamless and approachable than the more backward, structured 2018 and will have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 3 | 97 (JS) |
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£787.24 |
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James Suckling (97)Dried-floral nose, accented by notes of black cherries and a hint of lime leaf. Medium-bodied with tight tannins. Lots of freshness and brightness on the palate. There is depth and complexity, but it’s all in harmony. Paprika and allspice come through. Such a delightful wine, bridging intensity with freshness. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£856.18 |
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California | 5 | 99 (JS) |
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£478.09 |
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James Suckling (99)A mix of juicy red and black berries and earthy, woody spice on the nose. Medium-bodied with such depth, balance and precision. Succulent black fruit and ripe red berries are carried by fine tannins, along with fresh mint, pine and dried roses. Fine-tuned precision and refinement. Phenomenal wine. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£815.09 |
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James Suckling (99)A mix of juicy red and black berries and earthy, woody spice on the nose. Medium-bodied with such depth, balance and precision. Succulent black fruit and ripe red berries are carried by fine tannins, along with fresh mint, pine and dried roses. Fine-tuned precision and refinement. Phenomenal wine. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£2,115.67 |
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James Suckling (97)A beautiful red and black-fruited nose with fresh and dried flowers, paprika and a delightful hint of nutmeg. Medium-bodied with so much tension and power. The elegant fruit wraps around the structured tannins, accented by subtle spice and sap. This wine leaves you feeling excited. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£1,876.82 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Another riveting wine, the 2019 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon has a Château Latour-like stature and regalness, with full-bodied richness and incredible concentration, as well as structure, on the palate. Cassis, blueberry liqueur, lead pencil shavings, crushed stone, and graphite notes all define the nose, and it hits the palate with incredible power and opulence, yet stays pure, flawlessly balanced, and has a finish that won't quit. This is as brilliant as Cabernet gets, and Carpenter is clearly playing with the best in the business. Give bottles 4-5 years if you can and it will cruise for 30-40 years. |
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California | 15 | 96-99 (VN) |
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£1,945.78 |
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Vinous (96-99)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint and exotic spice nuances linger. Even in the early going, the 2019 is shaping up to be majestic. |
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California | 10 | 96-99 (VN) |
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£1,014.29 |
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Vinous (96-99)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint and exotic spice nuances linger. Even in the early going, the 2019 is shaping up to be majestic. |
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California | 20 | 98 (WI) |
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The Wine Independent (98)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Coeur de Vallee is deep garnet-purple colored. It gallops out with expressive notions of warm cassis, blackberry pie, and blueberry preserves, followed by hints of cedar chest, tilled soil, bay leaves, and iron ore. The full-bodied palate is taut, with a nice combination of bright crunchy black fruits and juicy blue fruits, supported by firm, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and mineral-laced. The Coeur de Vallee vineyard is in Oakville, just across the road from To Kalon, and is planted entirely to clone 4 with a small amount of Cabernet Franc (clone 1), which does well on the clay-loam soil. The 2019 blend is 94% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Cabernet Franc. 1300 cases were made. |
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California | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£406.24 |
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James Suckling (96)An open and beautiful wine with green-olive and currant aromas and flavors. Some bark and earth, too, together with mushrooms, herbs, crushed stones and pomegranate. Medium to full body with round, creamy tannins and refined finish. Blood orange at the end. Crunchy. So drinkable now, but will age beautifully |
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California | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£582.04 |
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James Suckling (96)An open and beautiful wine with green-olive and currant aromas and flavors. Some bark and earth, too, together with mushrooms, herbs, crushed stones and pomegranate. Medium to full body with round, creamy tannins and refined finish. Blood orange at the end. Crunchy. So drinkable now, but will age beautifully |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£2,146.24 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£1,936.24 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,104.04 |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,754.98 |
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Experience the height of California viticulture in every bottle of the exceptionally crafted Patria Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2019. Born in the prestigious terroir of the Oakville Ranch vineyards in the Napa Valley, this wine boasts unrivalled Californian provenance. Expertly nurtured by Patria, a renowned boutique producer focused on small-batch Bordeaux varieties, every sip is a testament to their stringent adherence to impeccable winemaking standards. Composed of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot, this full-bodied wine offers a complex palate steeped in deep blackberry and ripe persimmon, intertwined with earthy nuances for a truly distinguishing finish. Aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, its matured body complements the distinct taste to complete the sublime affair. Patria Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 demonstrates precision of the craft, embodying the quintessence of a world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, standing as a paragon of the legendary Californian wine industry. |
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California | 6 | 100 (JD) |
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£734.65 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Needing plenty of air to show at its best, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard is a sensational, gorgeous Napa Valley Cabernet that delivers the goods like only this region can. Pure Cabernet magic on the nose, with deep blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, lead pencil, and a kiss of spring flowers as well as a beautiful Pessac-Leognan-like scorched earth character, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, silky tannins, no hard edges, and a great, great finish. It's one of those wines that builds incrementally on the palate and it's only after the second or third sip that you realize how special this wine is. It also offers that rare mix of power and elegance that's the hallmark of all great wines. It needs a couple hours in the decanter if drinking any time soon. It will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and cruise for 20-30 years in cold cellars. Hats off to Paul Hobbs for an incredible Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. |
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California | 12 | 99 (JD) |
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£585.85 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Coming from a rockier site no more than a stone’s throw from Dr. Crane Vineyard, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras is more meaty and savory, with lots of red and black fruits as well as loads of rocky, earthy minerality, spring flower, tobacco, and lead pencil-like nuances. Just beautifully balanced on the palate, it's full-bodied and elegant, with silky tannins, no hard edges, and one incredible finish. It's more red fruited than the Dr. Crane, yet it has a similar ethereal, weightless style that makes it such a joy to drink, even today. Given its balance, purity, and freshness, I have no doubt it will evolve for 25+ years, and I'm probably underrating it by a point. |
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California | 6 | 99 (JD) |
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£812.65 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)More expressive and open-knit, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard sports a similar ruby/purple to go with an incredible array of black raspberry, cassis, flowery incense, orange blossom, smoked tobacco, and exotic spice. As are all To Kolans, it's incredibly perfumed and complex aromatically, and it's one of those wines that changes every time you come back to the glass. Full-bodied on the palate, it offers beautiful richness and depth, a light, graceful mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a heavenly finish. It's another magical wine from this talented winemaker that readers will absolutely love. |
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California | 4 | - |
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£503.38 |
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Peay Cep Hopkins Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2019, produced by the legendary Peay Family Winery, enjoys a fine reputation among wine connoisseurs. The vineyard is situated in the cool climates of Sonoma Coast, United States, making the Sauvignon Blanc inherently vibrant and fresh. The winemakers employ non-interventionist winemaking practices and undergo meticulous barrel selection to ensure the wine's authenticity and quality. The 2019 vintage is known for its elegance and balance, offering poise and charm that is representative of the terroir. Bursting with aroma of grapefruit peel, chamomile, and mineral undertones, the Peay Cep Hopkins Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2019 is an evocative expression of the varietal. Unfolding elegantly on the palate with bright acidity and a satisfyingly pure finish, this rendering of Sauvignon Blanc will undoubtedly gratify refined palates. A bottle of this is a tasteful addition to any cellar, embodying the essence of world-class Californian winemaking. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£822.58 |
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The Peay Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Estate 2019 is an exemplary Californian Chardonnay, emanating from the esteemed Sonoma Coast AVA. Crafted by the distinguished expertise of the Peay family, this wine encapsulates a blend of grace and breadth. The wine is vinified utilising traditional Burgundian methods, facilitating an elegant balance of minerality and structure with refined oak influence. In terms of terroir, the Peay vineyards are among the coolest, permitting slow ripening for the Chardonnay, promoting complexity and purity of fruit expression. The 2019 vintage exudes a fragrant bouquet; brimming with crisp apple, fresh lemon and subtle almond nuances. These exquisite sensory notes are harmonised on the palate with a voluminous mouthfeel, intricate layers and a lingering finish. The Peay Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Estate 2019 underlines the family’s commitment to producing wines reflecting a deep sense of place and time, rendering it a first-class selection for the discerning wine enthusiast. |
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California | 3 | 100 (JA) |
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£411.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)A storrming, stonking Napa wine, playing at the top of its game in 2019. Somehow takes the power and concentration of Napa but makes it full of texture, life, light and shade. Espresso, liqourice root, cocoa bean, cassis, cranberry, black cherry, cold ash and crayon. Hard not to fall in love with, nothing overdone, everything in its place. Winemaker Todd DeVincezi, consultant winemaker Philippe Bascaules. All aged in French oak barrels, 75% new. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JA) |
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£793.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)A storrming, stonking Napa wine, playing at the top of its game in 2019. Somehow takes the power and concentration of Napa but makes it full of texture, life, light and shade. Espresso, liqourice root, cocoa bean, cassis, cranberry, black cherry, cold ash and crayon. Hard not to fall in love with, nothing overdone, everything in its place. Winemaker Todd DeVincezi, consultant winemaker Philippe Bascaules. All aged in French oak barrels, 75% new. |
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California | 3 | 94 (DC) |
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£495.00 |
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Decanter (94)Ripe and concentrated on the nose, smells full. Gorgeous texture and overall impression in the mouth. I love the sticky liquorice aspect to the black cherries, blackcurrants and plum fruit, it's not spicy so much as in piquant but the hints of cinnamon and tobacco leaf give that added complexity and edge to the concentrated fruit. It's a bold style, but I like the sweetness and the acidity keeping it lifted. It's a joyful expression, easy to drink. Rich and round but not heavy, there really is nothing not to like here. Amazing for the price! 1% Malbec completes the blend. Ageing 18 months in 48% new oak (58% French, 42% American) and 52% older French and American oak barrels before bottling. |
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California | 6 | 99 (JD) |
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£628.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Another beautiful wine from this team, the 2019 Insignia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon but includes smaller amounts of Merlot and Malbec, brought up all in new barrels, sourced from seven estate vineyards. It has a classic varietal and incredibly complex nose of crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, green tobacco, and damp earth, with a kiss of background sappy spring flowers. Seemingly from a cooler year with its freshness, vibrancy, and herbal, floral character on the nose, it's nevertheless full-bodied and beautifully concentrated on the palate, with ultra-fine tannins, a seamless, layered mouthfeel, and a gorgeous finish. Unquestionably up with the finest vintages of this cuvée, this is legit awesome juice that’s going to offer incredible pleasure over the coming 20-25 years. Hats off to winemaker Ashley Hepworth. |
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California | 3 | 99 (JD) |
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£1,214.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Another beautiful wine from this team, the 2019 Insignia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon but includes smaller amounts of Merlot and Malbec, brought up all in new barrels, sourced from seven estate vineyards. It has a classic varietal and incredibly complex nose of crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, green tobacco, and damp earth, with a kiss of background sappy spring flowers. Seemingly from a cooler year with its freshness, vibrancy, and herbal, floral character on the nose, it's nevertheless full-bodied and beautifully concentrated on the palate, with ultra-fine tannins, a seamless, layered mouthfeel, and a gorgeous finish. Unquestionably up with the finest vintages of this cuvée, this is legit awesome juice that’s going to offer incredible pleasure over the coming 20-25 years. Hats off to winemaker Ashley Hepworth. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) |
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£1,100.00 |
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Wine Advocate (100)Deep purple-black, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard rockets out of the glass with intense notes of blackcurrant cordial, plum preserves and blueberry pie, plus hints of Chinese five spice, dusty soil, menthol, tar and black truffles, with a waft of roses. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is an exercise in poise, delivering layer upon layer of vibrant black and blue fruits with a rock-solid backbone of super ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and just plain delicious. Pure, seemingly effortless, seamless perfection. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 80% new French oak, the alcohol is a relatively modest 14.3%. 300 cases were made. |
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California | 2 | 98+ (VN) |
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£1,150.00 |
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Vinous (98+)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Rhadamanthus Diamond Mountain District is a heady, hillside wine endowed with an explosive energy that races across the palate from the very first taste. Scorched earth, menthol, gravel, licorice and a good dose of Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot savoriness add weave through a core of dark fruit. The tannins are pretty much buried in this captivating Cabernet from Nigel and Shae Kinsman. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£2,060.00 |
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The Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 hails from the picturesque terrains of Napa Valley, California, a land renowned for world-class wines. The Kongsgaard family is famous for their meticulously crafted, limited-production wines, and this vintage is no exception. Employing traditional winemaking methods, the Syrah grapes used in this acclaimed red are hand-harvested and fermented with indigenous yeasts. The rich purple hue of the Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 preludes its complex and heady aroma; dense with the scent of dark fruits and interlaced with hints of smoked meat and pepper. On the palate, it presents layers of lush blackberries, rich dried fruit and exotic spices, underlined by finely grained tannins. It culminates in a long finish, providing a remarkable sensory experience that highlights the unique terroir of the Kongsgaard estate. The Kongsgaard Syrah 2019 is a testament to the Kongsgaard family's commitment to excellence, reflecting their mastery and passion for winemaking. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£730.00 |
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California | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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£477.50 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Pure perfection from Paso Robles, the 2019 Estate Cuvee checks in as 50% Syrah, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Petit Verdot that was raised in 81% new French oak. Incredible cassis and black berry fruits as well as violets, chocolate, graphite, and who knows what else emerges from the glass, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a concentrated yet weightless mouthfeel, building tannins, and a great finish. It’s more seamless and approachable than the more backward, structured 2018 and will have two decades of prime drinking. |
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California | 3 | 97 (JS) |
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£640.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Dried-floral nose, accented by notes of black cherries and a hint of lime leaf. Medium-bodied with tight tannins. Lots of freshness and brightness on the palate. There is depth and complexity, but it’s all in harmony. Paprika and allspice come through. Such a delightful wine, bridging intensity with freshness. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£675.00 |
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California | 5 | 99 (JS) |
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£392.00 |
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James Suckling (99)A mix of juicy red and black berries and earthy, woody spice on the nose. Medium-bodied with such depth, balance and precision. Succulent black fruit and ripe red berries are carried by fine tannins, along with fresh mint, pine and dried roses. Fine-tuned precision and refinement. Phenomenal wine. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£660.00 |
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James Suckling (99)A mix of juicy red and black berries and earthy, woody spice on the nose. Medium-bodied with such depth, balance and precision. Succulent black fruit and ripe red berries are carried by fine tannins, along with fresh mint, pine and dried roses. Fine-tuned precision and refinement. Phenomenal wine. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£1,731.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A beautiful red and black-fruited nose with fresh and dried flowers, paprika and a delightful hint of nutmeg. Medium-bodied with so much tension and power. The elegant fruit wraps around the structured tannins, accented by subtle spice and sap. This wine leaves you feeling excited. Drink or hold. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) |
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£1,556.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Another riveting wine, the 2019 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon has a Château Latour-like stature and regalness, with full-bodied richness and incredible concentration, as well as structure, on the palate. Cassis, blueberry liqueur, lead pencil shavings, crushed stone, and graphite notes all define the nose, and it hits the palate with incredible power and opulence, yet stays pure, flawlessly balanced, and has a finish that won't quit. This is as brilliant as Cabernet gets, and Carpenter is clearly playing with the best in the business. Give bottles 4-5 years if you can and it will cruise for 30-40 years. |
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£1,583.00 |
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Vinous (96-99)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint and exotic spice nuances linger. Even in the early going, the 2019 is shaping up to be majestic. |
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California | 10 | 96-99 (VN) |
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£826.00 |
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Vinous (96-99)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint and exotic spice nuances linger. Even in the early going, the 2019 is shaping up to be majestic. |
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The Wine Independent (98)The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Coeur de Vallee is deep garnet-purple colored. It gallops out with expressive notions of warm cassis, blackberry pie, and blueberry preserves, followed by hints of cedar chest, tilled soil, bay leaves, and iron ore. The full-bodied palate is taut, with a nice combination of bright crunchy black fruits and juicy blue fruits, supported by firm, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and mineral-laced. The Coeur de Vallee vineyard is in Oakville, just across the road from To Kalon, and is planted entirely to clone 4 with a small amount of Cabernet Franc (clone 1), which does well on the clay-loam soil. The 2019 blend is 94% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Cabernet Franc. 1300 cases were made. |
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California | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£322.50 |
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James Suckling (96)An open and beautiful wine with green-olive and currant aromas and flavors. Some bark and earth, too, together with mushrooms, herbs, crushed stones and pomegranate. Medium to full body with round, creamy tannins and refined finish. Blood orange at the end. Crunchy. So drinkable now, but will age beautifully |
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£469.00 |
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James Suckling (96)An open and beautiful wine with green-olive and currant aromas and flavors. Some bark and earth, too, together with mushrooms, herbs, crushed stones and pomegranate. Medium to full body with round, creamy tannins and refined finish. Blood orange at the end. Crunchy. So drinkable now, but will age beautifully |
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£1,772.50 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028. |
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£1,597.50 |
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James Suckling (99)The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028. |
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£904.00 |
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Experience the height of California viticulture in every bottle of the exceptionally crafted Patria Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2019. Born in the prestigious terroir of the Oakville Ranch vineyards in the Napa Valley, this wine boasts unrivalled Californian provenance. Expertly nurtured by Patria, a renowned boutique producer focused on small-batch Bordeaux varieties, every sip is a testament to their stringent adherence to impeccable winemaking standards. Composed of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot, this full-bodied wine offers a complex palate steeped in deep blackberry and ripe persimmon, intertwined with earthy nuances for a truly distinguishing finish. Aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, its matured body complements the distinct taste to complete the sublime affair. Patria Oakville Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 demonstrates precision of the craft, embodying the quintessence of a world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, standing as a paragon of the legendary Californian wine industry. |
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California | 6 | 100 (JD) |
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£609.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)Needing plenty of air to show at its best, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard is a sensational, gorgeous Napa Valley Cabernet that delivers the goods like only this region can. Pure Cabernet magic on the nose, with deep blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, lead pencil, and a kiss of spring flowers as well as a beautiful Pessac-Leognan-like scorched earth character, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, silky tannins, no hard edges, and a great, great finish. It's one of those wines that builds incrementally on the palate and it's only after the second or third sip that you realize how special this wine is. It also offers that rare mix of power and elegance that's the hallmark of all great wines. It needs a couple hours in the decanter if drinking any time soon. It will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and cruise for 20-30 years in cold cellars. Hats off to Paul Hobbs for an incredible Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. |
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California | 12 | 99 (JD) |
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£485.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)Coming from a rockier site no more than a stone’s throw from Dr. Crane Vineyard, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras is more meaty and savory, with lots of red and black fruits as well as loads of rocky, earthy minerality, spring flower, tobacco, and lead pencil-like nuances. Just beautifully balanced on the palate, it's full-bodied and elegant, with silky tannins, no hard edges, and one incredible finish. It's more red fruited than the Dr. Crane, yet it has a similar ethereal, weightless style that makes it such a joy to drink, even today. Given its balance, purity, and freshness, I have no doubt it will evolve for 25+ years, and I'm probably underrating it by a point. |
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£674.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (99)More expressive and open-knit, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard sports a similar ruby/purple to go with an incredible array of black raspberry, cassis, flowery incense, orange blossom, smoked tobacco, and exotic spice. As are all To Kolans, it's incredibly perfumed and complex aromatically, and it's one of those wines that changes every time you come back to the glass. Full-bodied on the palate, it offers beautiful richness and depth, a light, graceful mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a heavenly finish. It's another magical wine from this talented winemaker that readers will absolutely love. |
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£381.00 |
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Peay Cep Hopkins Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2019, produced by the legendary Peay Family Winery, enjoys a fine reputation among wine connoisseurs. The vineyard is situated in the cool climates of Sonoma Coast, United States, making the Sauvignon Blanc inherently vibrant and fresh. The winemakers employ non-interventionist winemaking practices and undergo meticulous barrel selection to ensure the wine's authenticity and quality. The 2019 vintage is known for its elegance and balance, offering poise and charm that is representative of the terroir. Bursting with aroma of grapefruit peel, chamomile, and mineral undertones, the Peay Cep Hopkins Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2019 is an evocative expression of the varietal. Unfolding elegantly on the palate with bright acidity and a satisfyingly pure finish, this rendering of Sauvignon Blanc will undoubtedly gratify refined palates. A bottle of this is a tasteful addition to any cellar, embodying the essence of world-class Californian winemaking. |
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£647.00 |
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The Peay Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Estate 2019 is an exemplary Californian Chardonnay, emanating from the esteemed Sonoma Coast AVA. Crafted by the distinguished expertise of the Peay family, this wine encapsulates a blend of grace and breadth. The wine is vinified utilising traditional Burgundian methods, facilitating an elegant balance of minerality and structure with refined oak influence. In terms of terroir, the Peay vineyards are among the coolest, permitting slow ripening for the Chardonnay, promoting complexity and purity of fruit expression. The 2019 vintage exudes a fragrant bouquet; brimming with crisp apple, fresh lemon and subtle almond nuances. These exquisite sensory notes are harmonised on the palate with a voluminous mouthfeel, intricate layers and a lingering finish. The Peay Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Estate 2019 underlines the family’s commitment to producing wines reflecting a deep sense of place and time, rendering it a first-class selection for the discerning wine enthusiast. |
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