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These bold bottles will make the holidays even brighter
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By Alison Bailin Batz
his time last year, many of us were scaling down Thanksgiving and deciding on how to best go about ultrasmall celebrations throughout the rest of the holiday season. But that was last year. It is time to bust out a special bottle (or two) and toast with family and friends. Here to help you get the party started are some wonderful wines made to spread cheer, give cheer and for all of your impending “cheers”:
Head High 2019 Sonoma County Pinot Noir Built by surfers and explorers and named for the slang term for the perfect wave, this ambitious pinot strives to be the perfect young red. Succeeding on many fronts, expect a bit of spice but some great red and black fruit in every sip. $24.99 Gary Farrell Winery 2019 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley The aromas of red currant and strawberry are so sublime here, tempered just slightly by hints of tobacco as the glass comes toward your lips. On the
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palate, expect to be similarly impressed with flavors of cola, jasmine, honeysuckle, fresh cherries and sweet baking spices. $45 2019 Post & Beam Cabernet Sauvignon Upon opening, be ready to be transfixed by the scent of wild raspberry preserves, clove and spices. Expect red fruit to the taste, with a lush roundness, followed by just the smallest hints of leather, cassis and elegant botanicals, followed by toasted espresso beans on the finish. $49.99
