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We Asked 5 Sommeliers: What's the Most Overrated Napa Wine?
1 month ago | By Vine Pair
American wine simply wouldn't be where it is today without Napa, as the region's unmistakable style put American wine on the global map and has helped many local producers become beloved household brands. But hype often begets over-hype, which is why it's unsurprising that some of the region's wines earn recognition linked more to the buzz around the prestige of Napa Valley rather than their balance, taste, and overall quality.
To pin down a few Napa wines that might not be quite what they're said to be, we asked five wine professionals to share their thoughts.
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