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Black cherry, plum, tobacco, menthol and licorice all open up in the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Rockfall. This is another pretty wine with soft contours and plenty of short to medium term appeal.

Grapes are from estate Red Mountain AVA vineyards within a two-mile radius of the winery: Hedges, Bel’ Villa, Jolet, and Les Gosses.

Tasting Note: Black current, black cherry, anise, sage, black pepper, graphite, vanilla,... Read More

A Zinfandel that draws its power from sophistication instead of raw alcohol content. Made in the classic field blend style including significant portions of Petite sirah and Carignane.

Aromas of cinnamon and clove which underscore... Read More

This Pinot Noir produces red fruit characteristics of bright cherry and herbal spices on the nose, red raspberry and cola on the palate, finishing with a pleasant forest floor undertone.

Pair this Pinot with pizza topped with... Read More

The grapes were sourced from Sagemoor, Wooded Island and Hogue vineyards in the Columbia Valley AVA and Hedges Estate, Jolet, Bel’ Villa, and Les Gosses vineyards in the Red Mountain AVA. The must was pumped over for 10... Read More

Crafted with the passionate, uncompromised and ongoing pursuit of quality, this judicious blend comes from the finest barrels demonstrating the synergy among our estate vineyards on the Oakville Bench and on the foothills of Knights... Read More

North Valley Vineyards was originally formed as a dedicated Partnership between Tony & Michelle Soter (of Soter Vineyards and Mineral Springs Ranch in Carlton) and Winemaker James Cahill, representing a unique combination of... Read More

In the mid-1960s, an agreement was made between Joe Heitz and Tom May to source Cabernet Sauvignon fruit from May’s small Oakville vineyard for Heitz wines. Ever since 1966, Heitz Cellar has been crafting the now illustrious... Read More

Kashaya Pinot Noir has been the flagship wine in our Pinot Noir portfolio since its first vintage in 2009. We prize this vineyard for its rare, cool position in Fort Ross-Seaview on the second ridge in from the ocean. There are... Read More

Ritual is a wine near and dear to our hearts: an ode to the early pioneers of Napa. Beginning in 2007, Ritual was comprised of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah. Then in 2009 we met Alfred Frediani, and began working with his... Read More

Scar of the Sea was established in 2012 and is owned and operated by Mikey & Gina Giugni in San Luis Obispo, CA. What began as a grassroots journey - leasing small coastal vineyard sites - has grown into a deeper relationship... Read More

Scar of the Sea was established in 2012 and is owned and operated by Mikey & Gina Giugni in San Luis Obispo, CA. What began as a grassroots journey - leasing small coastal vineyard sites - has grown into a deeper relationship... Read More

Scar of the Sea was established in 2012 and is owned and operated by Mikey & Gina Giugni in San Luis Obispo, CA. What began as a grassroots journey - leasing small coastal vineyard sites - has grown into a deeper relationship... Read More

Aromatic prelude of dried roses, coriander and muddled raspberry. Candied bacon, anise and strawberry, guava across the palate with a savory finish.

Since 1955, the Snowdens have farmed their vineyard high above the Napa Valley. In addition to the stunning views of St. Helena, Rutherford and the San Francisco Bay, the estate offers four separate sites producing remarkably... Read More

Since 1955, the Snowdens have farmed their vineyard high above the Napa Valley. In addition to the stunning views of St. Helena, Rutherford and the San Francisco Bay, the estate offers four separate sites producing remarkably... Read More

Since 1955, the Snowdens have farmed their vineyard high above the Napa Valley. In addition to the stunning views of St. Helena, Rutherford and the San Francisco Bay, the estate offers four separate sites producing remarkably... Read More

Since 1955, the Snowdens have farmed their vineyard high above the Napa Valley. In addition to the stunning views of St. Helena, Rutherford and the San Francisco Bay, the estate offers four separate sites producing remarkably... Read More

Established in 1978, Kistler Vineyards stands as a pioneer in the realm of Californian winemaking, guided by the vision of founders Steve Kistler and Mark Bixler. Their belief that exceptional wines of site could thrive in California... Read More

In 1976 Dr Thomas Fogarty, a practicing heart surgeon and noted inventor of medical devices decided that he would dedicate his approximately 350 acres in the north end of the Santa Cruz Mountains to open space. For inclusion in... Read More

In 1976 Dr Thomas Fogarty, a practicing heart surgeon and noted inventor of medical devices decided that he would dedicate his approximately 350 acres in the north end of the Santa Cruz Mountains to open space. For inclusion in... Read More

The 2022 vintage of King Richard’s Reserve Pinot Noir captures the essence of a picture-perfect growing season. Cool evenings and warm, sunny days in the Russian River Valley created ideal conditions for ripening, resulting... Read More

Great wines evoke memories of being together with family and friends and celebrations of love, honor, and life’s transformations. For vintners Aaron & Meredith Michaelis, their appreciation of wine brought each of them to... Read More

A darker more structured, more concentrated wine than the cuvée showing its alpine influence, vine age, and subsistence on rain water only. This is a wine that has all the hallmarks that we love in Pinot Noir; earthy, rich... Read More

Fragrant bouquet of raspberry, blueberry, and plum fruits with notes of exotic perfume, spice, and cassis, with subtle cedar and cocoa character on the finish.

Another incredibly successful 2020, the 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon offers a big, rich, powerful profile offering ample chocolaty dark fruits, some tobacco, eucalyptus, and mint herb nuances, an expansive, layered texture, and building... Read More

The Zeitgeist Cellars 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc, known for its serious, age-worthy, and elegant style. It features aromas of dark plum, coffee, anise, and cassis,... Read More

This vineyard site was the first to produce a designated wine for Merry Edwards beginning in 1997, and I have tasted virtually every release since that vintage. The 2022 is still rather taut, which is in no way a shortcoming,... Read More

A blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc that reflects the best of the Profile Estate in a fantastic vintage. This wine opens with powerful aromas ranging from fruit notes of black cherry, boysenberry, cassis to... Read More

The inspiration behind this wine is Michael Pozzan's father, Byron, and the resulting wine is as bold as his personality. A Wisconsin native born in the early 1920's, his family moved from the farm to Oakland where at... Read More

This Cabernet Sauvignon, with 2% Cabernet Franc, was aged for 20 months in 53% new French oak barrels. In 2022, savoury spices abound in this red- and black-fruited wine from Paul Hobbs's Coombsville estate. Leather, violets,... Read More

The 2021 Baby Bear Syrah is a vibrant expression of the vintage, offering a beautifully aromatic nose of black plum, dusty lilac, fresh violet, and subtle hints of black pepper. On the palate, layers of blackberry, boysenberry,... Read More

The Rockpile Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon is made up of mostly Cab, blended with Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The fruit comes from the Gloeckner-Turner vineyard, in Sonoma's Rockpile AVA, which was planted... Read More

This Cabernet Sauvignon features a vibrant mélange of black cherry, black currants, cedar, and dried violets. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with a distinct silkiness throughout, plus a touch of minerality that adds freshness... Read More

Extravagant plum fruit aromas enriched by the lush flavors that Merlot is famous for. Grown in cool clay soils, this wine shows why some of the rarest wines in the world start with Merlot.

The flagship 2021 Syrah Upslope is a top blend made from the single vineyard releases and checks in as 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier that saw 67% whole clusters and 22 months in 50% new oak. Its deep purple hue is followed by a gorgeous... Read More

Ripe black cherry, violet, peppercorn and rose candy aromas show on the nose of this bottling. The palate is bold, rich and clean with mace- and nutmeg-spiked cherry compote and root beer flavors.

Spiced and meaty character here with dried cherries, blackberries, vanilla, licorice and moist earth. Medium- to full-bodied with velvety and polished tannins. Sleek and dark-fruited with a flavorful finish. Drink or hold... Read More

2021 marks the 45th vintage for the Robert Keenan Winery and another stellar consecutive vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon. This year’s blend consists of 32% Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 15 and 32% Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 7, both... Read More

A seductive and silky wine with red cherry and cranberry aromas that offer plenty of appeal. Cherry and spice flavors mingle on the palate showing intensity, depth and plenty of structure. Smoothly textured tannins are evident,... Read More

The 2023 Other People’s Pinot is classic Oregon Pinot—earmark Willamette Valley. It is accessible, a great value, and stays true to the character of the vineyards from which it was born. Earthy, spicy, floral, herb-framed... Read More

A darker shade of red, the 2018 Pinot Noir Jessie James Vineyard also takes on more depth in the glass, with notes of leather, ripe berries, black raspberry, violets, and rich, dark earth. Moving to a broader shouldered, richer... Read More

Lush red cherries and black currants are joined by bay leaf and baked-earth nuances that build on the palate and linger on the finish. Great acid balance and moderate tannins will preserve this wine for many years to come as it... Read More

Platt Vineyard, is located on a Sonoma Coast ridge line just 6 miles from the Pacific—the same ridge line occupied by the Kistler family’s Occidental property and Bodega Thieriot vineyard (Littorai). Platt was named... Read More

Westrey Wine Company was founded in 1993 by co-winemakers Amy Wesselman and David Autrey in Oregon’s burgeoning Willamette Valley. Amy and David focus on crafting elegant Pinot Noir wines, fruit-driven Burgundian-style Chardonnay... Read More

Platt Vineyard, is located on a Sonoma Coast ridge line just 6 miles from the Pacific—the same ridge line occupied by the Kistler family’s Occidental property and Bodega Thieriot vineyard (Littorai). Platt was named... Read More

he 2022 Merlot Blueline Estate comes from 30-year-old vines that were harvested early in the heatwave (no Merlot made it through the heat). It’s straight-up delicious, with juicy red and black fruit, medium to full body,... Read More

Floral jasmine and Daphne flower notes are mesmerizing, with aromas of blueberry fruit leather and orange peel joining the fun. While black cherries are the dominant fruit flavor, the wine's fig, nutmeg and bacon fat flavors... Read More

Grown on the very edge of viticultural possibility, this delightful Pinot Noir from Alma Fria comes from the very cool Sonoma Coast region. The mouthfeel is seamless, persistent, and transparent. Tasting this wine quickly becomes... Read More

A firm and crunchy red with blackberries, currants and hints of dark mushrooms and bark. Medium-bodied with a touch of graphite. Polished at the end. 40% Oakville Valley fruit. Drink or hold.

“Slightly herbal, sage-like... Read More

The 2022 Annabella Cabernet opens with extroverted aromas of red cherry, violets, blueberries, and black fig. The mouth is rich and broadly textured, with layered flavors of blackberries, espresso, and toasted oak. The finish... Read More

Bedrock Wine Co. was started in 2007 by Morgan Twain-Peterson. Working out of a small converted chicken coop in a friend’s backyard, Morgan focused on making personality-filled wines wrought from a small array of thoughtfully... Read More

The triumphal 2022 Rhythm exudes class and sophistication right out of the glass, flaunting its Stags Leap District breeding and balanced perfection with confidence. There are gorgeous black currants, kirsch, pain grille, cigar... Read More

The 2022 SMD flows with black cherry, dried plum, fig, juicy black currant and cassis with pencil shavings, earth and spice before a hint of eucalyptus. With loganberry leading off, the palate also exhibits spice and mineral laden... Read More

Cabernet Sauvignon is intended to be approachable, consumed relatively young, and a versatile food companion. We are always after a more subtle, more restrained, almost lighter style of Cabernet Sauvignon than what may be typical... Read More

The deep garnet color is followed by pronounced aromas of blackberry, sweet cranberry, and chocolate covered cherries. On the front of the palate, you'll find juicy acidity reminiscent of ripe strawberries and red currant... Read More

Tasting Note: Classic notes of blackberry, cocoa powder, and baking spice greet the nose with captivating intricacies of violets, soy, and mint. The ruby glass opens with a flood of ripe marionberries as rich, red fruit layers... Read More

Renowned for crafting Napa Valley’s first cult wines, Heitz Cellar is globally recognized as the crown jewel of American wine. The timeless post-Prohibition style of winemaking endures with esteemed winemaker, Brittany Sherwood,... Read More

Lemelson Vineyards began as a dream — a dream to create a winery that celebrates innovation in technology, sustainability in agriculture, and tradition in winemaking. Eric Lemelson started Lemelson Vineyards with the intention... Read More

Tasting Note: Heady aromatics of Bing cherry, fresh flowers, plum fruit, and baking spices. Energetic & precise with minerality, red currant and bright red and blue fruit acidity, which fill the mouth. Lengthy and elegant, soft... Read More

A typical Laurel Glen Vineyard Estate Cabernet, our flagship wine, is full-bodied, elegant, and age-worthy. It displays an inky, ruby color, an expressive bouquet of red cherries, dark chocolate and savory forest notes, a velvety... Read More

In music ‘counterpoint’ is the relationship between voices that are harmonically interdependent yet independent in rhythm and contour. There is no word that we could find that could better express the relationship... Read More

Tasting Note: Loaded with very ripe dark raspberry and cherry aromas, plus notes of cinnamon, clove, cedar, cocoa nibs, and vanilla, the aromas on this fully ripe Cabernet show intensity and integration even at this early date.... Read More

Since 1955, the Snowdens have farmed their vineyard high above the Napa Valley. In addition to the stunning views of St. Helena, Rutherford and the San Francisco Bay, the estate offers four separate sites producing remarkably... Read More

Tasting Note: This beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon draws you in with a bouquet of fresh blackberries, plum, boysenberry, and just a touch of eucalyptus. The palate leads into soft vanilla and coffee bean accompanied by... Read More

The incredible diversity of our growing region is evident in this blend’s assemblage of vineyard lots. The flavors show remarkable synergy while showcasing the unique characteristics of each vineyard source. Dried lavender... Read More

Tasting Note: Opening with multiple layers of black-skinned, earthy fruit notes nuanced with floral, spice, and mineral aromas, it is opulent and multifaceted. Building to tremendous presence, the wine gradually gives way to an... Read More

The Martinelli Family has been farming their estate vineyards for over 135 years, continuing their rich history and making them 6th generation wine growers and farmers. Leno Martinelli was making wine at a very young age, and... Read More

Philippe & Cherie Melka~ Owners

As co-proprietors and winemakers for Melka Estates, Philippe and Cherie produce four distinct brands that reflect their philosophy of soil driven wines: Métisse from Napa Valley, Mekerra... Read More

The 2021 Cain Five is a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec, and 4% Petit Verdot, sourced entirely from surviving grapes in the Cain Vineyard atop Spring Mountain. It is the current release... Read More

In 1976 Dr Thomas Fogarty, a practicing heart surgeon and noted inventor of medical devices decided that he would dedicate his approximately 350 acres in the north end of the Santa Cruz Mountains to open space. For inclusion in... Read More

In 1976 Dr Thomas Fogarty, a practicing heart surgeon and noted inventor of medical devices decided that he would dedicate his approximately 350 acres in the north end of the Santa Cruz Mountains to open space. For inclusion in... Read More

Founded in 1997 in Willow Creek, Denner is an icon of Paso Robles, known for blended expressions that combine California concentration with structural elegance. The estate encompasses 120 acres in the subAVAs of Willow Creek and... Read More

Founded in 1997 in Willow Creek, Denner is an icon of Paso Robles, known for blended expressions that combine California concentration with structural elegance. The estate encompasses 120 acres in the subAVAs of Willow Creek and... Read More

Founded in 1997 in Willow Creek, Denner is an icon of Paso Robles, known for blended expressions that combine California concentration with structural elegance. The estate encompasses 120 acres in the subAVAs of Willow Creek and... Read More

Introducing Coronet, a new Napa Valley wine label crafted by the esteemed team at Arrow & Branch Winery. The grapes are sourced from the winery's own estate vineyard along with carefully selected, premium vineyards throughout... Read More

For generations, our family has been growing the Pinot Noir grape in France. When our children were young, we celebrated this commitment each harvest as they stomped a small vat of Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast. Handcrafted... Read More

Grapes for this wine come from 8 select hillside sites within the Chehalem Mountains AVA, 77% of which are estate. These vineyards showcase the complexity of this AVA, covering a diversity of clones and rootstocks, and are planted... Read More

Tasting Note: Notes of nougat, dark cherry and wild strawberry are complimented by fir tips and underbrush

Bedrock Wine Co. was started in 2007 by Morgan Twain-Peterson. Working out of a small converted chicken coop in a friend’s backyard, Morgan focused on making personality-filled wines wrought from a small array of thoughtfully... Read More

Bedrock Wine Co. was started in 2007 by Morgan Twain-Peterson. Working out of a small converted chicken coop in a friend’s backyard, Morgan focused on making personality-filled wines wrought from a small array of thoughtfully... Read More

Elementary, a curated selection of wine from the Oakville AVA, is a collaboration between winemaker Nick Goldschmidt and Vineyard Brands. The name refers to the fundamental essentials to the creation of great wine: farming, weather,... Read More

Turning Point, a curated selection of wine from the Sonoma Valley, is a collaboration between winemaker Nick Goldschmidt and Vineyard Brands. The name refers to the constant change, season to season, that happens and are necessary... Read More

Margarita Vineyard is a beautiful, off-the-beaten path jewel in Paso with a long growing season. It is located at 1,000 ft. elevation and 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Some people may consider this area in California to be... Read More

Haden Fig, a boutique winery nestled in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley, is the culmination of Erin Nuccio's journey into the world of winemaking. Nuccio's path to becoming a renowned vintner began in Washington... Read More

Gap's Crown is one of three esteemed Heritage vineyards, located in the rugged terrain of the Petaluma Gap and Sonoma Coast AVAs. Known for its high winds and blanket of fog from the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay, the cool... Read More

Hilmy Cellars produces and bottles artisan wine in small lots. Our wines include red, white, rosé and sparkling wine. Over 85% of our grapes are from the Texas High Plains. Our cellar uses stainless steel tanks as well... Read More

Hyde Estate Winery was founded by Larry Hyde in 1979, Hyde Vineyards produces some of the most coveted grapes in Napa Valley. Consisting of over 200 planted acres on several vineyard properties in Carneros, the Hyde family sells... Read More

Hyde Estate Winery was founded by Larry Hyde in 1979, Hyde Vineyards produces some of the most coveted grapes in Napa Valley. Consisting of over 200 planted acres on several vineyard properties in Carneros, the Hyde family sells... Read More

Tasting Note: A very focused, precise wine both on nose and palate. Nose is just as much mineral as it is fruit: currants, cassis but not without pencil lead. It is assertive in the mouth, and all about structure. Flavors are... Read More

Robert (Bob) Foley began his wine making career in the Napa Valley in 1977, having just graduated from UC Davis with degrees in both Viticulture and Enology. He spent his first year working for Heitz Cellars, followed by 15 years... Read More

Tasting Note: Light, dry red wine has a nose of ripe strawberry and hints of raspberry, white pepper, thyme, and oregano. Hand harvested 100% Grenache from our estate vineyard and aged in French oak barrels for 10 months. On the... Read More

This is a medium bodied dry red blend of Mourvedre and Sangiovese both hand harvested from our estate vineyard.

Tasting Note: Opens with aromas of ripe red cherry, wild strawberry, and a hint of floral spice. The palate is fresh... Read More

COOMBSVILLE, NAPA VALLEY

Napa Valley's Coombsville AVA is the southernmost—and coolest— growing region for Cabernet Sauvignon. Nestled into an ancient volcanic caldera, its bowl-shaped depression captures the fog... Read More

The 2021 Relevant presents a captivating bouquet of black cherry and cassis, accented with hints of violet and cocoa. On the palate, it showcases our site’s distinctive fine grained tannins and silky texture. The wine’s... Read More

#31 in the Wine Spectator Top 100 for 2024

Sixteen small, independent family-owned vineyard sites come together in this gorgeous display of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.

Tasting Note: Displaying classic coastal traits of fresh red... Read More

This justifiably famous site, long considered the best in the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA, produces wines that are enigmatically powerful, yet detailed, nuanced, and complex. With power to spare, this site tends to revel in opulent,... Read More

“The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley comes from one of the coldest sites from which they farm Cabernet Sauvignon. A dark red color, the wine is forward with blue-fruited highlights and shining with notes of juniper,... Read More

Coquerel Family Wine Estates is located just beyond the town of Calistoga at the north end of the Napa Valley. The heart and soul of our winery is our Walnut Wash estate vineyard, a gorgeous, oak-studded property that sits in... Read More

Coquerel Family Wine Estates is located just beyond the town of Calistoga at the north end of the Napa Valley. The heart and soul of our winery is our Walnut Wash estate vineyard, a gorgeous, oak-studded property that sits in... Read More

The estate is a 100% hillside vineyard with a dramatic series of steep terraces planted exclusively to the red Bordeaux varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The vineyard is planted in blocks... Read More

The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is bright, punchy and focused, all of which suggest it will be terrific once bottled. Graphite, lavender, spice and new leather are nicely delineated in this appealing, mid-weight Cabernet... Read More

North Valley Vineyards was originally formed as a dedicated Partnership between Tony & Michelle Soter (of Soter Vineyards and Mineral Springs Ranch in Carlton) and Winemaker James Cahill, representing a unique combination of... Read More

2019 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1,827 cases 750ml. 75 cases 1.5L • 50 3L bottles

Writing these notes, March 31, 2022, amidst a three-year cycle of less than normal rainfall, I read my notes from the 2019 growing season and am mindful... Read More

Created by Atelia Melka for Westwood Estates, this red is perfumed with mulberry and lavender. A woodsy earthiness delivers dark soil notes, graphite, and espresso. Cassis rises to the fore, with a creamy undertone of raspberry... Read More