Claret
Donati 2010 Claret (Paicines)
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- $22
Juicy blackberry jam, anise and oak flavors abound in this dry, tannic Cabernet. The palate is a little sharp in texture, and it is unlikely to age well, so drink now.
— S.H.
(4/1/2013)
Murphy-Goode 2010 All In Claret (Alexander Valley)
- $24
A good, robust Bordeaux-style wine that’s smooth and tannic, with full-bodied blackberry, cherry and herb flavors. Ready to drink now.
— S.H.
(6/1/2013)
Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Diamond Collection Black Label Claret
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- $20
A simple, direct red blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon, soft and sweet in fruit. It shows candied flavors of blackberries and cherries.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)
St. Francis 2007 Claret (Sonoma County)
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- $22
A good, sound red wine, made from the five Bordeaux varieties. It’s dry and gently tannic, with herb, tobacco and black cherry flavors.
— S.H.
(10/1/2010)
Murphy-Goode 2006 All In Claret (Alexander Valley)
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- $24
Soft and simple, this has flavors of sour cherry candy and red currant, with a hint of oak. It feels warm from the high alcohol.
— S.H.
(8/1/2012)
Del Rio 2010 Claret (Rogue Valley)
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- $35
Ripening the grapes seems to have been an issue here in 2010, at least as far as this Claret is concerned. This is a thin, green, tannic follow-up to the excellent 2009.
— P.G.
(10/1/2012)
Del Rio Vineyards 2007 Claret (Rogue Valley)
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- $35
This Claret combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc into a sturdy, tannic, slightly sweaty wine with only the barest hints of black fruits. The flavors seem focused on leaf and stem, especially the tannins, which do not taste quite ripe.
— P.G.
(6/1/2010)
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