"Another rating identical to that which was given in 2007 (when first tasted from bottle)
and graphite
and exquisite layers of phenomenally pure and rich fruit
yet so manicured and refined with tannins that are polished and slightly dusty
The 2012 Romanee-Conti is one of the most spellbinding that I have tasted since I began 17 years ago
Realm The Bard 2015 750mL Champagne "Another rating identical to that"The 2015 The Bard checks in as 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot. Coming from a scorching hot vintage, it stays pure and beautifully balanced, with notable freshness in its darker fruits, tobacco, vanilla bean, violets, and spice driven aromas and flavors. With beautiful ripeness, full bodied richness, and incredible opulence on the palate as well as silky tannins, this singular Cabernet is going to