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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.

After 20 years of winemaking in the Napa Valley, John Kongsgaard launched his own brand of Chardonnay with the 1996 vintage. As former winemaker for Newton Vineyards, John had already become well known for creating California's... Read More

This is an example of a ‘mineral terroir’ in the eyes of the winemaker. The position of this block is upslope, on the second dome, the highest elevation on the Aegrina site. ‘There’s a great freshness and... Read More

This Cabernet Franc is impossible to ignore as a mass of black raspberry meets white pepper, sagebrush, wilted violets and olives. This is texturally thrilling, velvety yet energetic, with chalky minerality that coats the palate... Read More

From a dramatic, high-elevation site in the Eola-Amity Hills, Martin Woods’ Jessie James Vineyard Pinot Noir captures the lifted, mineral-infused style that has become the winery’s signature. Dry-farmed and organically... Read More

An orange wine made in the ancient style of northern Italy, this Ribolla Gialla makes an unparalleled food wine, filling the gap between white and red with its spiced, nut-brittle and marmalade aromatics and fascinating textural... Read More

This dark red colored Pinot Noir from Patz & Hall opens with a black cherry, sandalwood, and cinnamon bouquet with hints of oak and lilac. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced,... Read More

This Chardonnay is from blocks planted exclusively for Patz & Hall in 1997 and 1999 using the famous “Hyde Wente” selection of Chardonnay. The Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay is elegant, yet powerful and displays classic Hyde... Read More

Our historic blend of the Hudson and Hyde vineyards shows the classic tangerine oil and crème brûlée richness of aroma over intense marzipan and nectarine flavors. The palate is broad, but still well mannered.... Read More

Deeply colored in the glass, this shows off heady aromatics of creosote and smoked brisket alongside Turkish coffee and violets. The palate is nicely textured, with a great sense of weight and flavor density. Drinking beautifully... Read More

Flavors of blackberry, dark cherry and black currant are complemented with rosemary and black pepper spice. Full-bodied, yet smooth on the tannins and finish. A great match for anything roasted or grilled.

The Acumen Peak Atlas Peak Cabernet is a refined mountain-grown Napa red offering aromas of blackberry, cassis, and cedar with hints of tobacco and violets. Full-bodied and balanced, it delivers flavors of ripe plum, espresso,... Read More

This wine has tremendous focus and energy. There is a great paprika and spice component on the nose as well as green apple skin and ripe apricot. The palate is mineral, and finishes with great viscous concentration and length.... Read More

The 2023 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills is herbal and lifted on the nose, leading to a dark-fruited, silky palate that combines svelte richness with delicious freshness. As always, this is shaping up to be an overperforming overview... Read More

Beautifully capturing the 2022 vintage, this wine is bound to become a classic expression of Oregon Pinot Noir. It first impresses with an intensely deep hue that is brilliant, but nearly opaque to the intensity of color. The... Read More

The 2021 Courtship Cabernet from Cornell is instantly appealing with a quick decant, offering vibrant red fruit layered over classic mountain earthiness. Crafted by Françoise Peschon and Elizabeth Tangney from Cornell’s... Read More

Dutton-Goldfield started sourcing fruit from the Annapolis area of the Sonoma Coast in 2013 and have enjoyed the fruits of our labor ever since. Putnam Vineyard is a family-owned and operated vineyard nestled on the Sonoma Coast,... Read More

Few endeavors in our craft are more satisfying than working with a vineyard as it matures and develops the character of its land. Our Emerald Ridge Vineyard exemplifies this process. Situated on an east facing ridge right in the... Read More

Bill Easton is an old school legend. His Rinaldi Zinfandel comes from one of California’s oldest vineyards - vines date back to the 1860’s! At 2,600 feet, the vineyard’s altitude and soils yield concentrated... Read More

Great wines at very good prices. That is what you get from Foxglove. This is a side project from Bob and Jim Varner. The Foxglove Cabernet is always nicely balanced. Beautiful berry and cassis fruits with nicely integrated tannins... 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

Earthquake terroir: Half a mile to the west and ten miles underground runs the San Andreas Fault, where the Pacific and North American plates collide, pushing and pulling the land toward the creeks and sea. This geologic upheaval... Read More

The Rafanelli family is now in its fourth generation of growing grapes and making wine in the Dry Creek Valley. The winery is small and family operated, with a strict focus on quality over quantity since its founding by Italian... Read More

The 2023 Cabernet Franc exhibits a bold structure, demanding attention. The wine is dark, concentrated and delicious. The initial notes of ripe strawberry and cherry offer a luscious sweetness balanced by an earthy undertone that... Read More

WINEMAKING: Field blend of the 115, 667, 777, and Pommard clones of Pinot Noir from the lowest block on the Hines Drum Canyon Vineyard. Fermentation took place over 13 days in concrete tanks. Hot conditions during harvest sped... Read More

The fruit for this cuvée comes from a sandy block planted exclusively to the Wente clone of Chardonnay. Picked early to maintain its acidity, the fruit was crushed and lightly pressed. The juice was fermented in 1500L oak... Read More

Truchard Vineyards is a small, family-owned winery in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. Proprietors Tony and Jo Ann Truchard have managed a successful vineyard and grown exceptional grapes for nearly 40 years. The estate consists... Read More

Sonoma Coast, Sonoma, CA- Fresh fruit aromas of cherry, plum, and raspberry are followed by hints of sandalwood, mineral, and leather. Unfolding with flavors of plum, raspberry and spice. Tannins are supple creating a long, soft... Read More

A dusting of sweet spice and crushed violet candies gives way to ripe blackberries as the exuberant 2022 Pinot Noir Estate Reserve emerges from the glass. Round and soothing upon entry, this flows across the palate with lifted... Read More

he Teutonic Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley exhibits a bright array of red fruit flavors, including cherries, pomegranates, and plums. The wine also showcases creamy strawberries and rhubarb, along with intriguing herbal... Read More

very pale, Pinot Noir-esque color, pretty bouquet, medium bodied, wild strawberry, black doris plum, garrigue, violets, and bindi olives, hints of tobacco and cinnamon, elegance and purity, sleek yet supple, seamless, balanced,... Read More

From top, organically-farmed sites in Sonoma, Carmel Valley, & Masa Valley, this Bordeaux-inspired blend is decidedly Old World in style, with restrained fruit, notes of graphite, cigar box, and green pepper, and dark fruit supported... Read More

n the Willamette Valley, whispers of the Pacific Ocean dance through the chardonnay vines. Upon the first encounter, you are greeted with a vibrant bouquet with white peaches and grapefruit peels. Freshly cut pineapple leads a... Read More

Juicy, crunchy and fresh are the call-outs for this fun and easy-sipping wine. Bright notes of raspberry, blueberry, and boysenberry are complemented by herbaceous and floral hints of violets, lavender and sage. The palate delivers... Read More

Crossbarn Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon beings with inviting aromas of ripe dark berries, cherries, and plums, complemented by a subtle blend of spices, tobacco, and cigar box undertones. On the palate, it reveals a robust, well-balanced... Read More

Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuvée is a delightful wine that showcases a beautiful array of flavors and aromas. On the nose, there are notes of sweet kirsch cherries, fresh fir tips, potpourri, and sandalwood that create a complex... Read More

This is the 18th vintage from the Admiral’s Vineyard, and it continues to impress! The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc was harvested on September 7th and was a small but mighty vintage with bright citrus flavors, a refreshing crispness... Read More

Arietta, an ultra-premium Napa winery specializing in limited production Bordeaux-style blends, is owned by wine specialist and auctioneer Fritz Hatton and Caren Frutig Hatton. One of America’s most celebrated winemakers,... Read More

Crafted from a classic vineyard by a winemaker who's been working there for decades, this bottling is lush and detailed on the nose, offering black cherry compote, boysenberry , star anise and cola-spiked ice cream aromas.... Read More

It all started in 2002 when Barnaby was the wine buyer at Papa Haydn Restaurant in Portland’s southeast location. German wine importer Ewald Moseler who showed him 14 different Rieslings from Germany’s famed Mosel... Read More

The 2022 Pedernales Cellars 6th Generation White Blend is a lively, aromatic Texas wine crafted from a blend of Rhône varietals, featuring a light-bodied, creamy texture with notes of citrus and stone fruit. Produced in... Read More

The red grape Mourvèdre is still one of the best-kept secrets of the wine world. Often used as a blending grape to add depth to a fruitier grape variety, we bottle this grape by itself to showcase everything it has to say... Read More

Perfumed aromas of wild blackberries, violets and tobacco leaves. The palate is full-bodied with firm tannins and acidity, giving notes of blackcurrants, cedar and dried herbs. Needs time for the tannins to soften. Drinkable now,... Read More

This wine is their flagship Pinot Noir, and the vineyard from which the first ever bottle of Father John Wine was produced. Vine Hill Road is a historic viticultural area in Western Sonoma county. It was a thriving vineyard from... Read More

Juicy cranberry-rhubarb, strawberry coulis, dried bay leaf, layered with grilled lemon zest, earth, and dry finish. Made with Organic grapes

Blazing acidity, underscored by salty, rocky minerality and chiseled, chalky restraint. An ample ripe orchard fruit character rounds out the mid-palate before tightening into a precise finish of salty citrus. While certainly approachable... Read More

The 2023 Pinot Noir SBC is open for business today. It's absolutely oozing with Sta. Rita Hills character. Spiced florals, leather, black pepper and rich raspberry fruit unfurl generously in the glass, maintaining a cool-toned... Read More

Little Boat Pinot Noir is a red wine that comes from the renowned Sonoma Coast wine region in California. This wine is made from Pinot Noir grapes, a variety famous for producing elegant and complex wines. Little Boat has a focus... Read More

A California Chardonnay with a touch of Burgundian elegance in Little Boat Chardonnay. Crafted from select vineyards in Russian River Valley's Chalk Hill and the Sonoma Carneros, this wine offers vibrant citrus, a touch of... Read More

Gorgeous deep red color. Savory black fruit, ripe fig, cocoa powder, touch of fresh ground coffee, vanilla, clove and ginger spice. Lush, yet elegant body with flavors of black cherry, dried fig, black pepper, vanilla, and clove.... Read More

Dark gorgeous purple color. Intense dried blueberry cinnamon roll with a hint of maple bacon. Slight sweet vanilla with cloves cinnamon and just a hint of smoked cedar. Cinnamon blueberry and smoke on the palate that fills your... Read More

Gorgeous rich golden color. Lively blood orange and lush caramel apple, hints of cinnamon and buttered toast. There is a fun, fresh mineral component, almost like fresh rain on concrete. The palate has a nice linear entry, which... Read More

The wine region of Monterey lies just inland from California's magnificent central coastline. Here, Pinot Noir thrives on the hills and rocky outcrops overlooking the valley. If you are on a mission for bold, fruit-forward,... Read More

This Big Pour wine from our 2021 vintage is crafted mainly from blocks 1A, 1B, and 3 on our property. Our organically grown Cabernet Sauvignon from the Kelly Fleming estate is complemented by just a hint of Malbec from the estate.... Read More

This bold wine is spicy, soft and supple in style, with a velvety texture and balanced richness. The fruit is dense and succulent, a mix of dark plum, cherry and cassis that play well against notes of cigar box, cedar and dark... Read More

he wine captivates with aromas of rose petal, black currant, and espresso. This texture-driven wine offers a nice core of concentrated dark fruit flavors, enhanced by firm, chewy tannins. The wine’s balanced acidity and... Read More

Ridge’s 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a fabulous choice for readers who want a Monte Bello fix now, without having to wait. Supple, radiant and silky, with tremendous balance, the 2017 is just flat-out delicious and... Read More

Almost all Oakville with a splash of Wappo Hill, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is a smoking red that longtime Napa lovers will adore. Red and black fruits, spicy wood, flowers, and cedar nuances all emerge from the glass, and it's... Read More

Dark berries, savory herbs, graphite and floral aromas. Tobacco, and a bit of baking spice. Silky and polished.

Wayfarer’s flagship Pinot Noir encapsulates the truest representation of our estate vineyard each vintage, a wine that can only be from one place in the world. Our ten Pinot Noir clonal selections are planted in individual... 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

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

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

Earthquake terroir: Half a mile to the west and ten miles underground runs the San Andreas Fault, where the Pacific and North American plates collide, pushing and pulling the land toward the creeks and sea. This geologic upheaval... 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

The sunny, warm dry conditions of 2021 pushed the vines at the famous Hyde vineyard to find water, and the result is a stunningly mineral-laden, rich, dense Chardonnay that stays light on its feet with chalky cut. Aromas of lemon... 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

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

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

On the nose there are notes of lemon curd, dried apricot, and yellow peach with a chalky minerality and a slight hint of caramel resulting from the minimal use of lightly toasted new oak barrels. On the palate the wine opens bright... 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