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CELLAR FOCUS SPARKLING Sparkling Pointe 2008 Blanc de Blancs, North Fork of Long Island ($42) Fresh and creamy with smooth texture and some sweetness on the finish; long and bright. 88 ROSÉ Anthony Nappa 2012 Anomaly, North Fork of Long Island ($19) A rosé of Pinot Noir; dry, bright and juicy with tangy raspberry and notes of vanilla; racy, fresh and balanced. 88 Martha Clara Vineyards 2012 Northern Solstice, North Fork of Long Island ($16) Fresh, bright and juicy with tangy raspberry; crisp and lively with balance and good length. 89 Bedell Cellars 2012 Taste Rosé, North Fork of Long Island ($20) Smooth, dry and juicy with ripe berry fruit and good acid structure; tangy and lush. 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Syrah 89 WHITE Shinn Estate 2012 First Fruit Sauvignon Blanc, North Fork of Long Island ($22) Smooth, fresh and bright; lively and showing citrus and minerals; long, crisp and balanced. 88 Martha Clara Vineyards 2012 Sauvignon Blanc, North Fork of Long Island ($21) Fresh and juicy, bright and spritzy; tangy citrus, spice and minerals; long, crisp and balanced. 90 Pellegrini Vineyards 2012 Chardonnay, North Fork of Long Island ($20) Smooth, fresh and juicy with bright acidity; lively, complex and balanced; tangy and lively with lovely style and length. 90 Macari Vineyards 2012 Sauvignon Blanc, North Fork of Long Island ($23) Crisp and fresh with tangy citrus and charming; lively and balanced with good length and style. 90 Jamesport Vineyards 2012 Sauvignon Blanc, North Fork of Long Island ($24) Aromatic and smooth with tangy citrus and lively acidity; elegant, juicy and fresh with depth and lovely balance; long and harmonious. 90 Sherwood House 2012 Oregon Road Stainless Steel Chardonnay, North Fork of Long Island ($18) Smooth and crisp with lovely citrus and peach fruit; delicate and fresh with balance and considerable style; long and charming. 89 Martha Clara Vineyards 2012 Chardonnay, North Fork of Long Island ($19) Smooth pear and citrus with bright acidity; balanced and fresh with depth and lots of charm; juicy and long. 89 Wölffer Estate 2010 Perle Chardonnay, The Hamptons, NewYork ($30) Bright and lively with tangy pear and citrus fruit; smooth and juicy with depth and vibrant style; fresh and stylish with good length and finesse. 90 One Woman Wines 2010 Estate Chardonnay Reserve, North Fork of Long Island ($38) Deep gold color; rich, ripe and juicy with tangy pear and citrus fruit; vanilla oak and bright structure; complex, balanced and stylish with a long finish. 90 Lieb Cellars 2012 Reserve Pinot Blanc, North Fork of Long Island ($22) Fresh, clean and juicy with dry, lively flavors of pear and citrus; long and balanced. 88 Suhru Wines 2012 Pinot Grigio, North Fork of Long Island ($16) Smooth, bright and juicy; fresh, clean and balanced. 88 Palmer Vineyards 2012 Aromatico, North Fork of LongIsland ($25) A MuscatMalvasia blend; dry, spicy and crisp; juicy and fresh, aromatic and long. 88 RED Macari Vineyards NV Sette, North Fork of Long Island ($19) Smooth and juicy with bright plum and cassis; ripe, balanced and long. Cabernet Franc, Merlot. 88 Suhru Wines 2010 Red, North Fork of Long Island ($20) Velvety and lush with ripe blackberry and spice; balanced and toasty with good structure and length. 88 T'Jara Vineyards 2010 Reserve, North Fork of Long Island ($22.50) Smooth and ripe with ripe plum and berry fruit; balanced, complex and ripe with juicy notes and lovely style. 90 Anthony Nappa 2012 Dieci, North Fork of Long Island ($35) Bright plum and black raspberry fruit; spice, toasty oak and licorice; balanced and seamless, meaty and long. 44% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc. 89 Sherwood House 2007 Estate Merlot, North Fork of Long Island ($25) Smooth and fleshy with ripe plum and spice; ripe, balanced and long; stylish. 89 Lieb Cellars 2010 Right Coast Red, North Fork of Long Island ($30) Smooth and rich with harmonious but complex flavors of plum, cherry and spice; generous, balanced and charming; long and supple. 58% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec. 89 october 2013 / the tasting panel / 89 TP1013_066-107.indd 89 9/23/13 10:35 PM