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two tiered — one on the value end and another for those that I am expecting quite a bit more from...

2001 Martin & Weyrich Nebbiolo “Il Vecchio” Reserve

Price: $6.99 @ Trader Joe’s
What They Said:
nothing here for you other than the tasting notes for the 2002, this ‘01 appears to be non-existent or disowned by the winery…
What I Think:
You are probably saying the same thing that I was, a Nebbiolo at Trader Joe’s? From California? For $7? Aren’t those supposed to be from [...]

2001 Navarro Pinot Noir Methode Alancienne

Price: $23.00 direct from the winery
What They Said:
Per the winery “Delicate floral scents edge this pinot, its light but piercingly long flavors extended by the cool, coastal nights of the Anderson Valley. The texture is firm, the flavors are crisp as red apple and tart as tangerine. Dusty tannins in the end will focus those [...]