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I am a Philosophy major at Mercer University in Macon, GA. I am graduating in May of 2008. I was born and raised in Sarasota, FL, a town known for its culture as well as its excellent dining scene. My love affair with wine can be traced back to my childhood when I would steal sips from my Mom's glass when she looked away. Now, I'm 23 years old and a hardcore oenophile.

Location: Sarasota, Florida, United States

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2008 Woot Cellars Adequate Gift Wine
(2010-01-02 21:54:58 UTC) buddy icon 2008 Woot Cellars Adequate Gift Wine 90/100

Light bodied with a bit of smokiness. Surprisingly good for what I took, originally, to be a gag.

2007 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
(2009-12-28 17:33:53 UTC) buddy icon 2007 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 94/100

Smooth and buttery

2006 Erath 2006 Pinot Noir
(2009-07-11 19:14:59 UTC) buddy icon 2006 Erath 2006 Pinot Noir 88/100

Raisins, dried fruits like apples, and oak on the nose. Buttery smooth at first, fruit flavors become apparent and then has an oaky finish.

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2004 Calvet Thunevin Cuvee Constance 2004
(2009-01-13 06:49:46 UTC) buddy icon 2004 Calvet Thunevin Cuvee Constance 2004 90/100

This wine is 60 Grenache, 30 Syrah, and 10 Carignan. Fruity on the nose, berries like a strawberry danish kinda smell. It's definitely got a little burn to it on the finish, owing to the 15% alcohol content.

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2006 Jean Albrecht Gewurztraminer Reserve
(2009-01-01 22:47:01 UTC) buddy icon 2006 Jean Albrecht Gewurztraminer Reserve 89/100

Crisp and refreshing. This wine is lightly fruity, tasting of pears and apples. The nose reminds me of fresh cut grass.

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NV Bay Bridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
(2008-09-26 02:15:20 UTC) buddy icon NV Bay Bridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 75/100

This bottle was less than 3 dollars. I'll tell you, it tasted fine, but nothing spectacular or worth noting.

2006 2006 Smoking Loon Pinot Noir
(2008-09-16 02:49:05 UTC) buddy icon 2006 2006 Smoking Loon Pinot Noir 84/100

Cheap. Light bodied and fruity. Nothing too complex. Easy to drink.

2006 Arrow Creek Pinot Noir
(2008-08-04 04:36:42 UTC) buddy icon 2006 Arrow Creek Pinot Noir 88/100

I thought this had a very floral nose, though it did dissipate after breathing. Very smooth wine with a bit of tartness on the finish that is reminiscent of under ripened berries. Long finish. I wouldn't call it a "typical pinot".

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2006 35° South Merlot
(2008-06-15 03:36:27 UTC) buddy icon 2006 35° South Merlot 85/100

This wine left a bitter taste in my mouth because I was made fun of for its screw cap. Haha, I jest! This wine was weak, however, and didn't offer me much.

2006 King Estate Next Pinot Noir
(2008-06-15 03:22:40 UTC) buddy icon 2006 King Estate Next Pinot Noir 90/100

Superb! Cherries, and a little bit of fig on the nose with some floral components. Very light bodied with some fruit up front. Shorter finish.

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