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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.

Our family winery was born in Verduno, a historic commune in Barolo, 170 years ago. The winery carries the name of its founder, Giovan Battista Burlotto, and despite being housed in an 18th century building, it was founded in... Read More

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

Mr. Killerman lived in a humble tin shed in the hills behind Kilikanoon. He foraged through the valley for his meals, finding wild rabbit and many other gourmet treats. Killerman’s Run reflects the rich landscape and being... Read More

Inaugurated in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, Rocca di Frassinello winery was born as a joint venture between Castellare di Castellina and Domaines Barons de Rothschild-Château Lafite, an unmistakable name in the greatest... Read More

The Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from two vineyards in the Barossa Valley. The diversity of our vineyard selection provides the rich, lifted Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics and palate structure for which The Signature is renowned.... Read More

The 2016 Les Hauts de Smith is pliant, racy and inviting. This Merlot-based wine offers tons of early accessibility and sheer appeal. Super-ripe red cherry, raspberry, mint, rose petal and dried flowers add grace throughout. A... Read More

Chateau d’Issan is one of the oldest wine-producing properties in the Medoc as well as in all of Bordeaux. In 1152, the wine produced by what we know of as Chateau d’Issan today was served for the royal wedding between... Read More

This is a vivacious and very attractive, ripe Pauillac with aromas of ripe red plums, cherries and blackberries on offer. The palate has a plush, refined and suave array of very attractive, fine but dense tannins and the rich... Read More

Stéphane Riffault (Claude’s son and now the owner of the estate) is turning out Sancerre bottlings that are the envy of many producers twice his age. As David Schildknecht put it, “Make no mistake: this address... 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

A fresh, clean, bright Sauvignon Blanc from Grieve Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. Displaying stone and orchard fruit notes. Expansive on the palate, gaining in volume and flavors with emerging notes of green apple and prickly... Read More

Cheval des Andes, the ‘Grand Cru’ of the Andes, is the fruit of a fusion between two cultures combining the vision and expertise of Château Cheval Blanc with high altitude wine-growing in the Mendoza region.... Read More

The Cherrier family has been a trusted name in Sancerre since the late 1800s. Here in Chaudoux, north of the village of Sancerre proper, Sauvignon Blanc is equally in its element: soils are a refined mix of flint and chalk, a... Read More

Classified as a First Growth in 1855. Rieussec is one of the biggest estates of Sauternes with 227 acres of vines, situated on the “communes” of Sauternes and Fargues, high above the Garonne River, in a small area... Read More

Bright medium gold. High-toned aromas of apricot, minerals and resiny spices. Very rich, tactile and smooth, with a slightly unctuous texture leavened by strong mineral-driven acidity, which gives cut and lift to the middle palate.... 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

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

The 2016 Marquis d'Alesme Becker is going to need a few years to come into its own, but there is no question it has turned out beautifully. Espresso, savory herb, licorice, mint and raspberry jam build in a resonant, expressive... Read More

The 2017 Prieuré-Lichine is powerful and dense, with quite a bit more structure and tannic heft than it showed en primeur. That is not necessarily a bad thing, but there is no question the 2017 has developed into a pretty... Read More

In Priorat, we make wines of character. If you want elegance, go to Burgundy Rene Barbier Jr. son of the founder.

This area, known as the Priorat , is one of the oldest wine growing regions in the world. It takes its name from... Read More

In Priorat, we make wines of character. If you want elegance, go to Burgundy Rene Barbier Jr. son of the founder.

This area, known as the Priorat , is one of the oldest wine growing regions in the world. It takes its name from... Read More

The 2015 Branaire-Ducru has a refines bouquet with cranberry, redcurrant and a hint of tomato vine. This is understated compared to its peers but gains intensity with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied and nuanced, with fine... Read More

Tasting Note: Deep purple red color with pretty deep violet hues. Expressive nose with spicy aromas dominating, black and red fruit with a fresh edge. Well balanced, with a round and juicy structure given by the Carmenere base.... Read More

Tasting Note: The color is ruby red, bright and deep. Bouquet is complex, rich, intense and very aromatic, with notes of matured fruit. The fresh attack brings volume on the palate, creamy texture, supple and rich tannins with... Read More

Tasting Note: Its robe is pale yellow with golden reflections. Expressive, fine and elegant nose reveals floral notes, acacia, honeysuckle and white flesh fruit such as pear. The attack on the palate is round, velvety, charming... Read More

Our Story

In 1930, Gaston Hochar founded Chateau Musar, inspired by Lebanon’s 6,000-year winemaking tradition and his travels in Bordeaux. Gaston’s eldest son, Serge Hochar, became Chateau Musar’s winemaker in... Read More

Ideally positioned a few hundred meters from the village of Barsac in the Simon neighbourhood, Château Simon has thrived here for two centuries.

Established in 1814, Château Simon began as a traditional French farm... Read More

In 1993, Chateau d'Yquem celebrated 400 years of ownership by the same family. In 1593, the Sauvage family bought this estate which came into the Lur Saluces patrimony when Francoise Joséphine de Sauvage married Count... Read More

Like all the greatest wines of the appellation, Château Pédesclaux has the complexity that reflects the terroir it springs from. On this mosaic of soils, the clays convey power while the gravels express pure elegance.... Read More

In 1993, Chateau d'Yquem celebrated 400 years of ownership by the same family. In 1593, the Sauvage family bought this estate which came into the Lur Saluces patrimony when Francoise Joséphine de Sauvage married Count... 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

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

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

The Sauvignon Blanc has great aromatic power, is lively and vibrant. Blackcurrant, passionfruit, dried herb and tropical notes all provide an enticing medley of flavours and memories. The palate shows a similar fruit profile along... 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 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

Marlborough has built its reputation on the shoulders of wines like these, and it stakes its success to them now. Interestingly, the region is able to produce high-quality wines at high yields (15 tonnes per hectare, as an example),... 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

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

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

With three generations of dedication to the land, Rochioli Vineyards and Winery has earned the reputation as one of Sonoma County's finest wineries. Our family crafts renowned, terroir-driven wines built on a foundation of... Read More

Joseph MELLOT family and winery have their roots in Sancerre: its history began 5 centuries ago with Pierre-Etienne, the first in our long line of winemakers. At the end of the 17th century, César Mellot was King Louis... 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

Château Le Coteau is one of the only remaining family-owned properties in the Margaux appellation, a bellwether in biodiversity that produces a balanced, Cabernet-dominant grand vin. The Léglise family has owned this... Read More

The 2016 Mauvésin Barton, from the Barton family's Moulis-en-Médoc estate, is in fine form. It has lost the floral elements on the nose that I observed previously, the fruit turning a little darker with blackberry,... 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

A sophisticated stuff that lives up to Oakville's reputation. It tastes rich and alluring from the first whiff of black currant and espresso to the ultrasmooth mouthfeel and elegant finish. Think extra-fine tannins, opulent... 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

The color is water white with a hint of green and gold. The nose is intense with pronounced and attractive notes of peach, fresh fruit, and straw. The palate is bright, dry, pure, and fresh with ripe peach and papaya, basil notes... Read More

Producing a bottle of Quintarelli is no simple task. After harvest, while half of the fruit—in this case, a diverse blend made up mainly of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella—is crushed and fermented like a traditional... Read More

The “first flower” is the youngest red wine released by the estate every year.

The Cabernet is partially dried, all other grapes are freshly pressed. After harvest, grapes left in wooden boxes to continue ripening.... Read More

Founded in 1974, Querciabella enjoys the acclaim of the world’s most discriminating critics and consumers for wines such as Camartina, Batàr, Palafreno and Querciabella Chianti Classico. In its uncompromising pursuit... 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

“Nicola Manferrari is one of Friuli’s original trailblazers. Along with Mario Schiopetto, Josko Gravner and Silvio Jermann, Manferrari was just one of a handful of producers in the 1980s who had the vision and courage... Read More

Good bright ruby-red. Pretty aromas of black cherry, cassis, tobacco leaf, minerals, licorice and violet. Chewy, rich and deep, with good dense mid-palate fruit and excellent concentration. Fuller and sweeter than the Langoa.... Read More

The 2016 Talbot has an airy, well-defined bouquet of blackberry, cedar and light minty aromas, perhaps more Pauillac than Saint-Julien. The medium-bodied palate delivers gritty tannins, a fine bead of acidity and a graphite-infused... 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

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

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

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

Not far from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a tourist town known for Roman ruins and as the place where Van Gogh painted “The Starry Night,” you’ll find Domaine Hauvette. Nestled among the foothills of Les Alpilles,... Read More

Based in the prestigious town of Bué, known for its Kimmeridgean terres blanches soils, Domaine Vincent Pinard continues a 20-generation tradition of winemaking in Sancerre. The current domaine, founded in 1996, is now... Read More

The commune of Maumusson is home to 40 hectares of Château Barrejat vines, which are almost 80 years old! The estate has been run by four generations, with Denis arriving in 1992. At the heart of the Madiran appellation,... 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

Kadette means “young officer'' or ''younger brother'' – this wine is made from younger vineyards and is the younger version of the wines of the Kanonkop Estate Range.

A solid introduction to... Read More

Ornellaia is a blend of nature and musing. Complex ancient soils converse through human wisdom with a delicate microclimate that is echoed and reflected in the Mediterranean Sea. Prolonged ageing accompanies the estate’s... Read More

Founded in 1890, Château Ducasse lies within Graves, Bordeaux. Clay and limestone soils with underlying fissured rock give the wine a certain richness and underlying minerality. The 2017 Château Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc... Read More

Crafted from the same varieties, under the same sky, with the same philosophy: Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia is a proud second wine, which has the ability to foretell the personality of the estate’s flagship wine.... Read More

Buketo White Blend is a delightful and refreshing wine that is perfect for any occasion. This blend is made from a combination of various white grape varieties, which creates a harmonious balance of fruity and floral flavors.... Read More

The Rippon vineyard site has been in the Mills family for four generations. The story began in 1912 when Sir Percy Sargood bought a high-country station on the western flanks of Lake Wanaka, spanning all of what is central Wanaka... Read More

Tasting Note: The tropical fruit flavor of guava and papaya with fresh, crisp minerality.

The 2022 Haut-Bailly was the second vintage made in the new cellar. It was bottled at the end of March, a little earlier than some other wines in this vintage, as Gabrielle prefers an earlier settling in barrel. This spent the... Read More

Château Sansonnet is located at the very top of the Saint-Emilion plateau. Its exceptional soil consists of a thin layer of clay over limestone. The vineyard covers a single 7-hectare (17-acre) plot that surrounds the chateau.... Read More

Concentrated. Robust. Characterful. The qualities of the winemaker reflect in the quality of the wine. Because every wine that’s made by Maxwell is, indeed, Maxwell-made. The unique result of one man’s vision, tenacity... Read More

The 2012 Léoville-Barton has a touch more precision and drive compared to 2012 Langoa-Barton, blackberry and raspberry, cedar and mint, almost Pauillac in style. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, quite... Read More

The 2015 Réserve de Léoville-Barton offers pretty blackberry and wild strawberry scents on the well defined nose. The palate is medium-bodied with sharp tannin, fresh and lively with a slight confit finish. An absolute... 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

The Garrault family has been growing grapes in Sancerre for over 10 generations. Based in the village of Verdigny, their vineyards are located on truly privileged terroir. The parcels are all found on high altitude sites (200m... 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

The 2022 Cheval Blanc is quite unusual in that it was made from 46 out of the 47 parcels that make up the estate, the highest proportion of blocks ever used in the Grand Vin. There is also no Petit Cheval. One block was sold in... Read More