1998 Obester
Monterey County White Riesling
Score: 86.0
"Crisp aciditgy and a bit of spritz give this California Riesling a Germanic feel. Dry, but so fruity it can fool you. Good accompaniment to Cantonese cuisine, fish or pasta primavera."
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1998 Robert Mondavi Coastal
Monterey County Syrah
Score: 84.0
"Nice aromatic plum and smoke aromas give way to chewy black fruit with an earthy component, medium tannin, decent balance and a dry finish. While its drinkable now, Id prefer to lay it away for three years oor ore to allow it to mellow."
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1998 Robert Mondavi Coastal
Monterey County Merlot
Score: 80.0
"Soft and round on the palate, the fruit is somewhat muted and theres some bitterness in the finish that I found bothersome. Not among the panels favorites."
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1998 Robert Mondavi Coastal
Monterey County Chardonnay
Score: 90.0
" Shockingly good. Robert Mondavi Coastal is supposedly Mondavis second tier. Yet this debut Chardonnay from Monterey County is a seductive wine, aromatic and balanced, full-bodied and spicy, with ripe pineapple, apple, vanilla and sweet spices. A perfect aperitif. Unbelievable-a $30 wine for $15."
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1998 Lockwood
Monterey County Sauvignon Blanc
Score: 92.0
"Crisp, floral, fig aromas. Intensely fruity gooseberry and lime with a long spicy finish."
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1997 Mirassou
Monterey County Pinot Noir Harvest Reserve
Score: 87.0
"Floral and black cherry aromas follow through to the palate with the addition of clove and a hint of toast. The tannin is fully integrated, the structure firm, and the finish has good length. "
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1997 Mirassou
Monterey County Pinot Noir
Score: 88.0
In a word-sensuous. This Pinot is intensely black cherry; silky texture; add a little damp earth to the palate; follow with some spice in the finish. This is a $20 dollar wine masquerading as a $12 dollar wine. Grab it before anyone notices.
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1997 Thomas Fogerty
Monterey Gewurztraminer
Score: 88.0
"Perfect as an aperitif, this slightly sweet Gewurz has rich grapefruit and lychee character, good acidity, and a long spicy finish of cinnamon and nutmeg."
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1998 Mirassou
Mission Vineyard Monterey County Chardonnay Harvest Reserve
Score: 92.0
"A melange of bright tropical fruit, the mission vineyard Chardonnay is at once lush and restrained, with intense citrusy fruit through the finish. First rate. "
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1998 Mirassou
San Vicente Vineyard Monterey County Chardonnay Harvest Reserve
Score: 91.0
Bright and lively pear and citrus with a thin line of caramel and light toast. Great fish wine.
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1998 Robert Mondavi Coastal
Monterey Johannisberg Riesling
Score: 89.0
"Vibrant green apple and honey flavors, just off-dry (about as sweet as a tart Granny Smith), light body, attractive fresh fruit through the finish. Excellent varietal definition. Wonderful as an aperitif, you could also pair it with seafood , poultry and Cantonese cuisine."
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Bernardus
Monterey County Chardonnay
Score: 81.0
"Full-bodied, with vanilla and sweet-sour citrus on the mid-palate and finish. Pair with stroganoff."
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1998 Bernardus
Monterey County Sauvignon Blanc
Score: 88.0
"A gorgeous wine-multi-faceted pear, fig and vanilla, tart acidity, creamy texture and long lemony finish with hints of oak spice. Best with white sauces, turkey with gravy, grilled portabello mushrooms etc."
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1996 Mirassou
Monterey County Merlot
Score: 89.0
"A very fruit-forward style of Merlot, silky smooth, bright tart cherry fruit on the palate, backed by a complex background of mineral and earth notes, beautiful structure, moderate tannin. A first class food wine, it would be a great accompaniment to stroganoff."
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1997 Mirassou "Edmund Mirassou Dedication Bottling, "
Monterey County Petite Sirah Harvest Reserve
Score: 94.0
"An exceptional wine. Full-bodied with excellent balance and a melange of flavors - ripe green plums, subtle sweet spices, hints of toast and mint chocolate - moderate tannin and great length. Luscious now, it will age with style over the next decade. Perfect with any hearty dish such as lamb, beef, pasta marinara, or full-flavored cheeses."
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