Alexander Valley Vineyards 2 Barrel 2005
There are folks who like a velvety, lush Merlot. And then there are those who prefer the gumption of a Syrah. For each, Alexander Valley Vineyards offers Two Barrel, a wine that blends the best of both in perfect harmony. Two Barrel was originally inspired by their Wine Club. Each spring,...
The 2005 harvest was distinguished by the long hang time on the vines. The wine has completed fermentation and is ageing gracefully in French oak. According to Heidi Barrett, the 2005 harvest delivered some of the most 'lush fruit' she has ever worked with. Amuse Bouche anticipates another wine of power...
Archipel is the French word for Archipelago, a string of islands rising above the sea, and that meaning is carried over to the sourcing of fruit for the new Archipel wine, a Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. For this limited production wine, world acclaimed winemaker Pierre Seillan...
Arietta Red Wine H Block Hudson Vineyard 2000
The 2000 Arietta (equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc) tastes like an over-sized, phenomenal Cheval Blanc. It has blossomed beautifully since I tasted it last year. A dense purple color is followed by scents of cocoa, underbrush, chocolaty black cherry and black currant fruit, minerals, truffles, and graphite. A big, thick, chewy, tremendously long, intense, well-balanced red, I would love to taste it alongside the 2000 Cheval Blanc. It should hit its prime in 3-4 years, and last for two decades. There are approximately 800 cases. Winemaker and part owner, John Kongsgaard, produces these wines in partnership with auctioneer, Fritz Hatton. They are all fashioned from fruit grown in the “H Block” of the Hudson Vineyard, the highest point on that large ranch. The vineyard is planted in white volcanic ash-dominated soils. The Cabernet Franc/Merlot blend is the Arietta and the Syrah/Merlot blend is named Variation One. These striking offerings have a European sensitivity for elegance, structure, and delineation, but are clearly products of California, as evidenced by their prodigious ripeness as well as intensity. They are expensive, but impressive efforts that should be long-lived. - Rated 96, Robert Parker
The first vintage for this revolutionary blend of Merlot (70%) and Syrah (30%). Winemaker John Kongsgaard experimented with blending Merlot with Syrah beginning in the 1996 vintage, and liked the complexity gained by adding the wild, leathery, gamy, and floral qualities of Syrah to the luscious, more fruit-driven flavors of Merlot....
Tribute is a first of its kind. Made entirely from estate-grown grapes, this Bordeaux blend of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon reveals the complexity and individuality of the Benziger family Sonoma Mountain estate. The first Demeter-certified Biodynamic® wine from Sonoma County and one of the first from North America, Tribute is now in...
Beringer Alluvium Blanc is a blend of sémillion, muscat, sauvignon blanc, and chardonnay. It has a citus nose with notes of flowers. On the palate there is a fig, roasted macademia nut, apricot, and mineral presence. It has a lushious mouthfeel with a nice acidic snap.
Another break-out hit for the recidivist partisans of this eclectic pan-Mediterranean blend. The varietal mix was altered just a tad this year and introduced a substantial amount of cabernet franc into the concoction. Big House Red is all about fragrance, spice and soft tannins. It has a fragrance of mint and...
Each variety selected for this blend brings its individual characters and distinct personality: spiciness from the Syrah, cherry and raspberries from the Sangiovese and Barbera, blueberries from the Tannat, cassis from the Grenache and chocolate from Mourvèdre. A wonderful mix of the best each variety has to offer. The co-fermentation of...
Each variety selected for this blend brings its individual characters and distinct personality: spiciness from the Syrah, cherry and raspberries from the Sangiovese and Barbera, blueberries from the Tannat, cassis from the Grenache and chocolate from Mourvèdre. A wonderful mix of the best each variety has to offer.
This is a full bodied Syrah, forceful; perhaps even a bit dangerous” dare I say (that’s why he’s locked up in solitary). Muscular and deeply concentrated this wine has a nose of sweet black berry jam and hints of dark chocolates. Balanced and well structured, it bodes a well rounded mouthfeel...
Big House the Lineup Red Wine 2006
GSM is a colloquial and friendly name attached to that venerable style developed within spitting distance from the Pope’s French incarceration camp (it was actually a palace, but hey he’s the Pope) in Avignon. While the Central Coast has many micro-climates, some are very similar to the Southern Rhone valley. Each...
The time is here to start looking over your shoulder… Three unique varietals combine lush berry and fierce spice into a wine characterized by its incandescence. Brighter fruit and brighter spice highlight this vintage of the deep ruby apparition. Aromas of plums and cherries are embraced by touches of black pepper....
Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant 2001 1.5L
One of California’s first serious Rhone Ranger blends was Bonny Doon’s Le Cigare Volant, a whimsical take-off on Chateauneuf du Pape. A blend of 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah, 27% Mourvedre, 2% Viognier, 2% Cinsault, and 2% Carignan, the 2001 Le Cigare Volant exhibits a classic kiss of kirsch liqueur intermixed with...
Borra Vineyrads Fusion White Wine 2006
The classic Rhône varietals of 83% Viognier, 16% Roussanne, and 1% Marsanne fuse together to produce bright, tantalizing aromas of amazing cantaloupe, peach and apricot with almond and a twist of pineapple which leap from the glass. Thick layers of peach pineapple and toasted almonds envelope the mouth, echoing for what...
This blend of grapes native to France’s southern Rhone, but grown on the Central Coast, is an excellent example of what California can produce in this style. Grenache (39%) and Mourvèdre (30%) comprise most of the wine, with lesser percentages of Cinsault (17), Syrah (11), Viognier (2) and Counoise (1). Easy-to-drink,...
Reminiscent of blackberry jam in its deep dark berry appearance, this wine offered the panel strong aromatic hints of raisin, fig, dried mushrooms, and black pepper that seemed to leap out of the glass. The tannins were smooth but firm, possessing a fruit stand of blackberries, rich dark cherry, black plum...
BV Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
BV Coastal Estate's 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon offers lush aromas of ripe blackberries and cherries, with subtle spice and chocolate notes. Smooth tannins envelope the fruity flavors, while toasty vanilla oak nuances linger on the finish. Pull the cork on this easy to enjoy wine when you pull steaks off the grill....
Dark black-ruby color. Generous ripe black cherry, blackberry and plum aromas, with subtle vanilla-oak and anise scents and overtones of coffee. Medium full-bodied on the palate, with melted tannins, a velvety texture, hints of vanilla, and ripe sweet black plum, cherry and currant flavors. Enjoy this Tapestry with everything from grilled...
The 2005 Beaulieu Vineyard Reserve Tapestry weaves five classic varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec into an elegant, beautifully balanced wine. The deep, expressive aromas and flavors are filled with black cherry, briary blackberry, cassis, dark cocoa, violet and cedar character. Cabernet Sauvignon's deep berry and cassis...
2005 gaqve Cain plent of hang time” to allow the grapes to ripen gently. Unlike the yields on the valley floor, their yields in the Cain Vineyars were typically low. This is their most restrained wine since 1999. The cool weather on Spriong Mount preserves the firmness of the tannins and...
At Cardinale they christened this the vintage of Alice's Rabbit”, in that everything was very late. Their rainy season slowed down enough in March to initiate bud push but was followed by the return of the rains not long after, which delayed bloom and fruit set. Already looking at a later...
The Peter Mondavi Family Generations is a tribute to family tradition and commitment to quality. A selective blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec and 1% Syrah creates a balanced wine that showcases its strength and elegance. This blend was aged for 23...
Rosenblum Cellars Chateau La Paws Côte du Bone Blanc
This lovely wine shows refreshing pear, melon and mango in the bouquet, followed by flavors of apple, peach and creamy vanilla. This is an ideal wine paired with seafood, including oysters on the half shell and curried Dungeness crab.
Rosenblum Cellars Chateau La Paws Cote du Bone Roan
This lovely Northern Rhône style wine is fruit-forward and driven by elegance and a soft mouth feel. The bouquet shows ripe cherries with hints of strawberries, rose petal and violets. The flavors are cherry cola with elements of wild herbs and smoked bacon.
Chateau St Jean Cinq Cepages 99
While the 13,000-case cuvee of 1999 Cinq Cepages (76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec, and 2% Petit Verdot) is not as prodigious as the 1997 or 1996, it is potentially outstanding. This New World version of a high class St.-Emilion boasts an opaque ruby/purple color in addition to a sweet bouquet of licorice, dried herbs, tobacco, smoke, black cherries, and cassis. It is medium to full-bodied, with a lovely texture, admirable complexity, and a long finish. The question mark relates to the notion of elevated, dry tannin in the finish. My instincts suggest this characteristic will age out given the wine's overall concentration and intensity. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2015. - Rated 90, Robert Parker Gorgeous Cabernet, offering a mix of ripe, rich, fleshy currant and blackberry fruit, with hints of herb, olive and sage. Finishes with a firm, structured backbone and ripe tannins giving it depth and richness. Drink now through 2014. 13,000 cases made. –JL - Rated 95, Wine Spectator
Cashmere is one of the most precious gifts of nature. It evokes quality, luxuriousness, and something that is a labor of love to produce. Cline's Cashmere is a silky and wonderful blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Just as with the processing of cashmere, the production of these meticulously farmed grapes...
OAKLEY fiveREDS is a smooth blend of red grape varietals that includes Merlot, Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Mourvedre. Flavors of blackberries, black pepper and spicy berries make this wine an excellent accompaniment to spicy western grub or tomato-based dishes. Round up your posse and enjoy.
OAKLEY fourWHITES is a blend of grape varietals that includes Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Palomino, Malvasia and Semillon. Bright citrus and peach flavors make this wine excellent on its own or paired with seafood dishes and salads. Round up your posse, serve slightly chilled and enjoy.
The term Hommage ("oh-MAZH") is French for homage. Jan Shrem chose it as their way of referring to their reserve wines. It is meant as a tribute to the memory of the artist whose painting graces the label -- and to the artisans, growers, enologists, craftstmen and workers whose efforts are...
Cosentino's signature white Meritage is a crisp blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon that is partially fermented in French Oak barrels. In the nose this wine shows aromas of minerals, melon, honeysuckle, and fresh finely chopped parsley. Bright and balanced, with centered flavors of melon and baking spices that lead into...
Deep garnet purple color. Warm buttery toffee, berry tart, and clay aromas. A round supple entry leads to a dryish medium-full body of baked black cherry, custard, graphite, and peppery spices. Finishes with a creamy round fade of tangy berries, white pepper, and minerals.
Their flagship brand embodies the Cosentino philosophy of artisan winemaking; allow the natural characteristics of the fruit to determine the blend. No wine signifies this better than The Poet”, the cornerstone of the Cosentino brand. This Double Gold Award winner holds the distinction of being the first American wine to be...
Diamond Creek Gravelly Meadow 3L 2006
Diamond Creek's second coolest microclimate is their five-acre Gravelly Meadow vineyard. Originally a prehistoric river bed, this stony, gravelly soil drains rapidly and the vines struggle for moisture. Gravelly Meadow is their lowest yielding vineyard. The wines are described as earthy, cedary, jammy and ripe blackberry with a spicy expansive finish.”...
Diamond Creek Red Rock Terraces 3L 2006
Red Rock Terrace, a warm microclimate, is 7 acres of north facing vineyard. The red tinted soil is high in iron content. The wine from Red Rock Terrace is the most accessible and earliest drinkable of all Diamond Creek's wines. Their winemaker describes Red Rock Terrace as having velvety tannins, rich...
Diamond Creek Volcanic Hill 3L 2006
Volcanic Hill is comprised of 8 acres of south facing hillside vineyard. It is the warmest of all Diamon Creek's microclimates. The color of the soil is gray, and the consistency is that of fluffy, volcanic ash, originally deposited from the eruption of Mt. Konocti 8 million years ago. Volcanic Hill...
The impeccably made 2001 Dominus boasts a dense plum/purple color in addition to a fragrant, promising perfume of cocoa, cedar, coffee, roasted herbs, and copious quantities of black fruits. There are 7,000 cases of this 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 4% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot blend. Rich and medium to full-bodied, with sweet but noticeable tannin, a layered mid-palate, and a long finish with obvious tannin, it will require 3-4 years of cellaring. It should last for two decades. - Rated 95, Robert Parker
Edmunds St John Rocks & Gravel 2005
Lovely dark ruby red with a little blue. Deep, very fresh nose of strawberry, sassafras, and underbrush, and the slightest whiff of menthol: very spicy. Beautifully satiny texture on entry, focused and energetic, with vivid inner-mouth perfume. Suave tannins frame a deep core of gorgeous fruit. Finish is long and seductive....
EOS Estate French Connection 2005
Rich, dark tones of new leather and cigar wrapper are on par with deep blackcurrant and dried plum tones. Rich and full-textured, with firm tannins that should allow for mid-term cellaring.
Epiphany Cellars Gypsy Red Wine 2004
In the past, Gypsy was comprised of 100% Grenache. But with such an eclectic name, they decided the wine needed to be something a bit unique as well. So, this years Gypsy is a blend of 40% Grenache, 40% Mourvedre and 20% Syrah. After aging for 26 months in 30% New...
This wine is full-bodied and loaded with rich fruit flavors. Cranberry, dark cherry, and plum aromas dominate the nose. This weightly wine had big mouthfeel. The palate serves up layer after layer of dark berry and cherry fruit flavors accented with notes of vanilla and oak.
All wines start in the vineyard. Great wines only come from the very best terrior and Napa Valley is blessed with arguably the best Cabernet Sauvignon terrior in the world. Terlato Family Vineyards is honored to present to you their fifth vintage of EPISODE, which represents the culmination of a lifetime...
Estancia Meritage is a sophisticated, rich, complex and luscious wine harvested from the distinctive terroir of the Paso Robles wine country. The 2006 harvest was compact due to a wet spring, cooler than average summer, and then a record blast of heat at veraison. September 26th marked the beginning of harvest...
Fans of smooth and elegant wines will love this lucious Red Meritage. Meritage (rhymes with heritage”) refers to domestic wines that are blended in a style similar to the great Bordeaux wines of France. Since no term existed in the US for this style of wine, Estancia’s founder Augustin Huneeus in...
Ferrari Carano Tresor 1.5L 2005
Ferrari-Carano presents its finest blend of the five classic Bordeaux varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot from the best selections of all their vineyards in Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys. Aptly named Tresor” for treasure,” the grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed, low yielding vines primarily on...
Ferrari-Carano's Trésor is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. The nose reflects aromas of slight chocolate-mint, and the finished product has a dark, glowing, garnet red appearance with flavors of black cherry and plum, mingled with warm cedar, eucalyptus and the sweet toast of French...
Ferrari Carano Tresor 375ml 2004
Ferrari-Carano presents its finest blend of the five classic Bordeaux varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot from the best selections of all their vineyards in Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys. Aptly named Tresor” for treasure,” the grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed, low yielding vines primarily on...
Frontier Red is made in the same down-to-earth spirit of the frontiersmen who tamed this land. A complex blend of Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Mouvedre, Cinsault and Carignane, Frontier Red serves up lush red and black fruit flavors complemented by enticing spice, vanilla and oak notes. Enjoy this tasty blend with...
Sourced from Sonoma Coast Vineyards including select lots from Flowers' Estate Vineyards high above the True Sonoma Coast. Fruit was rigorously hand sorted and fully de-stemmed with no crushing. Moderate cold soaks (4-5 days), warm fermentations (85-90° F), and minimal punchdowns (twice a day or less) were done this year in...
Folie A Deux Menage a Trois Red
Even if red wine is not your speed, give Folie a Deux Ménage Trois Red a try. This wine exposes the fresh, ripe, jam-like fruit that is the calling card of California wine. Three saucy grapes make up the blend. Zinfandel adds a juicy character, Merlot mellows and Cabernet adds backbone....
Folie A Deux Menage a Trois White
Three different grapes add up beautifully in Folie a Deux Ménage Trois White. Chardonnay lends its firm, rich character, while Muscat shows up wild and exotic, and Chenin Blanc plays a soft supporting role. Together they produce one show-stopping wine.
Francis Ford Coppola Presents Rosso
Made in the same spirit as the first California table wines, Rosso Classic is made from a blend of red grape varieties. The supple texture and rich, juicy flavors of plum, cherries, mocha, and strawberry jam make this wine a perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Franciscan Magnificat 1.5L 2004
Years ago, legendary Napa Valley winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff tasted wines from Franciscan’s Oakville estate and suggested that this vineyard would reach its finest expression as a blend in the style of the eminent wines of Bordeaux. Many of the great wines of the world are blends, but when Franciscan started making...
Years ago, legendary Napa Valley winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff tasted wines from Franciscan’s Oakville estate and suggested that this vineyard would reach its finest expression as a blend in the style of the eminent wines of Bordeaux. Many of the great wines of the world are blends, but when Franciscan started making...
Gary Farrell Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot 2001
This lush, broadly structured, palate-coating effort is generously endowed with lavish, layered black-cherry/blackberry fruit and classy oak and is further complexed by nuances of chocolate and pepper-spice. While it is hugely gratifying for its intensity, depth, richness and amazing length, the components remain balanced, and wonderfully integrated tannins bring a sense...
Red and black cherry aromas mingle with the scent of roses in this elegant cuvée blended with cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot, cabernet franc and carmenère. Guenoc continues its Bordeaux traditions with a claret of depth and distinction, including for the first time a small percentage of carmenère, planted in Guenoc...
A generous percentage of Petit Verdot and Malbec in the blend add tantalizing depth to the tannic profile, deepen the color in the glass and enhance richness in the mid-palate. When given time, notes of bergamot, cardamom and blackberry develop as this wine remains smooth and balanced while simultaneously maintaining the...
A generous percentage of Petit Verdot and Malbec in the blend add tantalizing depth to the tannic profile, deepen the color in the glass and enhance richness in the mid-palate. When given time, notes of bergamot, cardamom and blackberry develop as this wine remains smooth and balanced while simultaneously maintaining the...
This wine is made from grapes harvested at Hanna's Red Ranch in the Alexander Valley and Hanna's Bismark Mountain Vineyard high in Sonoma County's Mayacamas mountains. Every year there are certain lots of Bismark Mountain wines that don't quite make the grade for that luxury program, but are delicious wines nonetheless....
Hayman & Hill Interchange 2006
Bright citrus and mineral acidity give the wine a fresh, clean backbone. Complimented by a rich and smooth palate to round out the tropical fruit characteristics.
Hayman & Hill are firm believers that sometimes the sum of the parts are greater than the individual components. Meritage blends are just that, the perfect marriage of several varieties, each grape bringing out the best in each other and representing the region with the utmost quality.
The wines of Hess Mount Veeder reflect Donald Hess' vision of mountain wines with winemaking and grape growing working hand in hand to extract the best expressions of mountain fruit. These wines display balance and elegance with ample strength and structure to age. Mount Veeder is the coolest, southernmost mountain district...
Home Grown Farms Family Harvest Red is: * Syrah
* Barbera
* Petite Sirah Approximately a third of each, field-blend-style, but they keep stirring the pot till it tastes right, so the proportions are liable to change . . . It has been noticed that different aromas flow from the glass...
Horseplay Vineyards Rollicking Red
With a 20-year career crafting great red wines at some of Sonoma and Napa Valley’s leading wineries, Horse Play winemaker Melissa Bates knows how to tame a rambunctious young red. Utilizing traditional and cutting-edge artisan winemaking techniques Melissa fashions Rollicking Red with robust flavors balanced by silky tannins. Five months aging...
Horseplay Vineyards Rollicking Red 3L 2005
With a 20-year career crafting great red wines at some of Sonoma and Napa Valley’s leading wineries, Horse Play winemaker Melissa Bates knows how to tame a rambunctious young red. Utilizing traditional and cutting-edge artisan winemaking techniques Melissa fashions Rollicking Red with robust flavors balanced by silky tannins. Five months aging...
I awoke from my dream, in a state of dispair. I stifled a scream, and let out a swear. I saw her last night, the Lady in Red, Flushed with delight, and clearly unwed. Dancing and swirling, with such practiced ease, Dipping and twirling, like a rose in the breeze. Attired in Rouge, so devishly displayed, She smiled so true, at the wine masquerade. The first of the Incognito brand to join the Michael~David Masquerade was their Viognier. But who would the white mask pair with at a party? The Incognito Rouge was produced to create another enticing mystery for the consumer. The Rouge blend changes every vintage using very mysterious Rhone style varietals....
There are 15,000 cases of the 1999 Insignia, a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Malbec. The core of this offering tends to come from Rutherford-grown fruit. The saturated dense purple-colored 1999 offers a tight but promising nose of incense, spice box, black fruits, and vanilla. This elegant, stylish, and medium to full-bodied offering is made in a more French-like, finesse style than such blockbusters as 1997, 1996, 1995, and 1994. Give it 3-4 years of cellaring and consume it over the following 15-18. - Rated 91, Robert Parker Dark, rich and intensely concentrated, with a firm, tightly wound core of currant, black cherry, mineral, anise, sage and mocha-laced oak. Well-focused, with firm acidity and firm yet supple tannins. A young blockbuster in need of cellaring. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Best from 2004 through 2016. 15,000 cases made. –JL - Rated 94, Wine Spectator
A beautifully made Bordeaux blend that can age for 20-30 years, 10,000-20,000 cases of Insignia are produced each year. The 2002 Insignia, the finest effort made in this century, is a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec. Its dense purple color is accompanied by a fragrant perfume of espresso roast, Asian spices, creme de cassis, smoke, and minerals. Dense, voluptuous, full-bodied, rich, long, and harmonious, it can be enjoyed now or cellared for 2-3 decades. It is also the #1 Wine of the Year for 2005 in The Wine Spectator. - Rated 95, Robert Parker A rich, polished, seductive style with layers of complexity built around a dense, concentrated mix of currant, blackberry, plum and exotic mocha- and cedar-scented oak. This mouthcoating young wine is powerful yet elegant and deftly balanced, finishing with a long, succulent aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Best from 2008 through 2014. 15,000 cases made. –JL - Rated 96, Wine Spectator
Bdx-3 is a supple blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot. It is regal in color - a nearly black, purple beauty. The first smell recalls traditional cigar box qualities with intense, concentrated berry liqueur. The flavors are earthy with wild berry and cassis; the structure...
The Cuvée Series was created to allow J. Lohr winemakers a chance to blend small premium lots into cuvées that represent the basic varietals grown in three different areas of Bordeaux. In this case, their Cuvée POM showcases the major varietals of the Pomerol region on the Right Bank. The major...
The 2003 Jayson is a declassification of the wine originally intended for the Merlot and the Proprietary Red. We do not grow or seek out fruit in order to produce wine for the Jayson label. The 2003 Jayson Red was harvested and vinified in the same manner as the Proprietary Red...
The 1999 Isosceles (an unfiltered blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 17% Merlot) reveals copious quantities of earthy black currant, fig, and charcoal-infused fruit with a touch of new oak in the background. Full-bodied, with plenty of muscle as well as depth, it has a similar weight, but less complexity than the Reserve bottling. This promising 1999 can be drunk now as well as over the next 10-15 years. - Rated 90, Robert Parker A wonderfully rich and complex Cabernet blend, smooth and seamless, its layers of ripe currant, black cherry and blackberry shaded with anise, herb and earth. Finishes with just the right amount of acidity and tannin to sustain its long, lingering finish. Best from 2003 through 2012. 7,500 cases made. –JL - Rated 92, Wine Spectator
The 2006 Isosceles is inky purple with a slight red hue around the rim. Aromas of blackberry, black plum, leather, mocha, and cassis combined with layers of caramel, vanilla and a touch of smoke resulting from the extended oak ageing. The entry is filled with red and black fruit. A balance...
The wine has dark ruby color. A bittersweet chocolate note accentuates jammy fruit aromas of raspberry, sweet cherry and plum. The wine is lush and sumptuous on the palate with chocolate, cherry and rich plum flavors. The wine can be drunk now but will further evolve over the next 5 to...
The wine has dark ruby color. A bittersweet chocolate note accentuates jammy fruit aromas of raspberry, sweet cherry and plum. The wine is lush and sumptuous on the palate with chocolate, cherry and rich plum flavors. The wine can be drunk now but will further evolve over the next 5 to...
Inky black in color with a bright, garnet hue, the 2006 Orphan’s appearance is lively and youthful. Ripe aromas of black cherry, plum and fig fill the nose and combine with spice, leather, and a touch of cedar resulting from the new French and American oak. The palate begins soft, yet...
Kenwood Vintage Red Table Wine 2006
Kenwood’s quality, value-priced red wine is made from grapes grown in the best wine regions of California. The 2006 vintage is a perfect everyday drinking wine, full of ginger and baking spices on the nose and ripe red fruits in the mouth. Gentle tannins and a lively mouthfeel round off this...
Merryvale Profile Reserve 375ml 2001
'Profile', Merryvale's legendary red Bordeaux varietal blend, are the fruition of the best of each vintage Merryvale has to offer. Director of Winemaking Stephen Test prepares these blends by selecting on a lot-by-lot basis and aging in the finest French oak to produce limited quantities of the finished wines as dictated...
Mt. Veeder Reserve Red Wine 2001
Mount Veeder was the first winery in California to have one vineyard planted to all five Bordeaux varietals. The Mount Veeder Reserve is an elegant statement of the winemaking philosophy that blending creates a wine more than the sum of its parts. Crafted from small lots of exceptionally concentrated fruit from...
Murphy Goode Claret All In 2004
This delicious proprietary wine reflects Murphy Goode’s commitment to Bordeaux blended wines from the Alexander Valley. Winemaker David Ready Jr. created this Claret from distinctive lots of grapes grown by both their grower partners and at Murphy Ranch. He handpicked his favorite lots to make this composition 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19.2%...
Murphy Goode Claret Wild Card 2003
This proprietary blend of four Bordeaux varieties represents Murphy Goode’s flexible approach to creating the best wine from their greatest winning hand’ of grapes. The 2003 vintage of Wild Card Claret, fashioned from grapes grown primarily in the southern portion of Alexander Valley, is a seamless marriage of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon,...
Murrietta's Well Red Wine 2005
The Red Meritage is a subtle, sophisticated wine that has elegance and finesse. Each varietal was aged separately in small oak barrels before being masterfully blended to showcase the best attributes of each grape. On the nose, dark plum blend with complex notes of cinnamon, and undertones of chocolate and anise....
Norman Meritage No Nonsense 2003
This delightful wine has all the classic varietal characteristics of a Meritage blend: bright, floral aromas of cherry and berry an herbal component of tobacco leaf and black olive, and a resinous note of cedar. Medium-bodied, it is nicely balanced with supple tannins, firm acidity and a pleasant malty flavor that...
Rains in August were followed by dry, windy weather in September that protected Napa Valley's red varieties from exposure to rot. A greatly reduced crop level produced lean, well-balanced wines for medium-term aging.
Erratic temperatures throughout the first few months of the season caused some shatter in the grape flowers and uneven rates of maturation. The resulting smaller crop and smaller berry size yielded tannic, full-bodied wines of significant potential. A very complete wine from a challenging vintage. Medium weight, with cherry, herb, tea and coffee notes, finishing with mellow tannins.--Opus One vertical. Drink now through 2003. 14,500 cases made. –JL - Rated 86, Wine Spectator While the best Opus One to date is the 1987, the 1988 is certainly one of the finest red wines I have tasted from this uninspiring vintage. Impressively dark ruby-colored, it reveals an attractive nose of currants and smoky new oak. In the mouth, the wine is medium-bodied, with excellent concentration, a velvety texture, soft tannins, low acidity, and a smooth, attractive finish. Although it is hard to resist now, it should age gracefully for 7-8 years. - Rated 88, Robert Parker
The harvest of 2003 began on September 17th and concluded on November 2nd, the day before the start of heavy autumn rains. A moderately deep garnet, the 2003 Opus One offers aromas of blackberry, plum, hazelnut, graphite, olive oil, cocoa and dried cherries. The wine presents a soft, rich entry; nuances...
Orin Swift Cellars the Prisoner 2007
The 2007 blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of Syrah, the intensity and structure of Petite Sirah, the flesh of Charbono, and a hint of Grenache - all combined for a decadent wine with great complexity.
Harvest Notes * The 2006 growing season was marked by a very mild summer
* A mid-July heat spike accelerated ripening
* Mild temperatures throughout the fall allowed for a moderately paced harvest
* The long growing season yielded added complexity, intense flavors and excellent aroma development Sensory Profile * Dense...
Even though the Incredible Red has grown in production, I still make it with the same ideas and style as our smaller Zinfandel lots. This wine has a medium body with the same light tannins. The visual presence is a beautiful crisp ruby color. Aromas consist of sweet cherries, blackberries &...
The 2004 vintage is awash in lush aromas of cranberry, currant, raspberry, cherry and dried blueberry. Opulently layered with notes of tea, dark cocoa and tobacco leaf, this medium to full-bodied wine offers sweet, ripe flavors of cherry and red berries, a firm texture and silken tannins. It has exceptional concentration...
Beyond the estate winery and across the lake to the back side of RockRise Mountain lies a 40 acre vineyard block, comprised of four specific mini-blocks, uniquely situated on diverse soils well-suited for growing superior Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Back Forty is a wine with a true sense of place ...respectfully reflective of this particular...
Superior Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes are grown on LookOut Mountain to create this premier California-style red blend. Selected blocks are planted in volcanic soil on steep slopes with ideal western sunlight exposure, allowing the tiny berries to ripen evenly, producing a wine with intense concentration of fruit flavors. Slow ripening...
In 2005, careful yield management and a truly ideal fall ripening climate gave them wines with structure, refined tannins, elegance and potential for long aging. The 2005 Quintessa opens with beautiful complexity, perfume and nuance on the nose. In the glass, the wine amplifies with time and a quiet entry builds...
Quivira Steelhead Red” Dry Creek Valley 2004 is a blend of Grenache, Zinfandel, Mourvedre and Syrah from Quivira’s Wine Creek Ranch, sized and weighted for year-round dining pleasure. The Grenache really sings in the aromas, with the scent of hot summer hillsides accenting spicy red plums. In your mouth, the magic...
Most enophiles would agree that Ravenswood's rich, spicy style recalls the Rhone wines of southeastern France. So it's no surprise that, for some time, Joel Peterson has been working with Syrah, the great grape of that region. Finding the pure California version of the varietal a tad heavy, Joel has added...
The 2005 Pickberry is dark in color with deep, sensual, dark cherry, dark berry, black plum, mocha, and vanilla aromas. With its complex, full, round, layered texture, it coats the palate with intoxicating flavors of black plum, cassis, currants, spice, and toast. This wine is built to last well into the...
Red Flyer represents an emerging new genre of wines that is referred to as entertainment wines. These wines offer exceptional value and serve as the centerpiece of any dining experience. The fanciful themed label was designed to replicate old sci-fi movie posters, specifically War of the Worlds and is meant to spark conversation, bring a...
The Bordeaux-like 2001 Affinity exhibits a deep ruby/purple-tinged color as well as complex aromas of violets, red and black currants, graphite, and subtle oak. Medium-bodied with good acidity, ripe tannin, and fine balance, it is accessible enough to be drunk now, but promises to last for 10-12 years. - Rated 89, Robert Parker Lots to admire in this ripe, complex young wine, as it presents a rich array of plum, blackberry, toasty mocha-laced oak and a firm yet creamy texture before ending with chewy tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2005 through 2012. 3,400 cases made. –JL - Rated 91, Wine Spectator
Robert Hall Winery Meritage 2004
Robert Hall’s 2004 Meritage presents elegant aromas of black currant, cassis and ripe plum, complemented by intriguing earthy nuances of cedar and chocolate. The color is deep ruby red, dense, and reflects the intensity of this vintage, the vineyard, and the careful selection of their finest lots. On the palate the...
Robert Hall Winery Rhone Red 2006
The aroma of Robert Hall’s 2006 Rhone de Robles is reminiscent of cherry and cranberry with hints of black pepper and spice. The color is deep ruby red and hints at the concentration of mouth filling flavors that are the reward at tasting. This Rhone style blend is perfect food wine...
The 2004 Rubicon reflects the warm growing conditions of the vintage, displaying a telltale scent of violets and sour cherry flavors, which are the hallmark of this wine. Its super-ripe character delivers a sweet impression, supple tannins, and a prolonged finish of licorice, dark berries, and vanilla.
An outstanding Rhone-style blend characterized with a dark, richly aromatic, and luscious wine that seduces the palate. Sacred Stone is soft, juicy, and expressive, with spice, earth, and mineral flavors. Serve with grilled meat, game, and wild boar Bolognese. Enjoy it now or cellar it for 2-8 years. The blend consists...
With a saturated, ruby color the 2005 Secolo is all about aromatics, finesse and elegance. It has a pebbly minerality notes with shades of blackberry, dried herbs, mocha, showcasing it’s cooler vintage attributes. Although not as big” as the 2004, it still packed a lot of black cherry, currant fruits with...
With a saturated, ruby color the 2005 Secolo is all about aromatics, finesse and elegance. It has a pebbly minerality notes with shades of blackberry, dried herbs, mocha, showcasing it’s cooler vintage attributes. Although not as big” as the 2004, it still packed a lot of black cherry, currant fruits with...
Every new bottling has its own subtle and fresh personality. The 9 grapes tie together perfectly, creating a smooth, layered white wine that can hold its own or stand up to just about any food pairing you dare to serve it with. It is extraordinarily food-friendly, from light salads to the...
Spring Mountain Vineyard Elevette 2003
The 2003 vintage of Elivette has a layered, complex structure built predominantly on Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is laden with aromas of baking spices, cocoa, sweet vanilla, licorice, black cherry and berry fruit, with subtle floral notes of stone fruit blossom. On the palate, the wine has a solid, polished attack,...
St Clement Oroppas Napa Valley Red Wine 2005
Rich and concentrated, Oroppas opens with aromas of black plum, vanilla, brown sugar and cinnamon. On the palate, flavors of black currant, roasted coffee and bittersweet chocolate are wrapped in velvety tannins. Notes of dark chocolate and raspberry jam lead to a long finish. A small amount of Cabernet Franc and...
St Francis’ Sonoma County Claret is a blend of three varietals: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, all sourced from superior vineyards throughout Sonoma County. Hand-picked at full ripeness, then vinified as individual varietal wines, then skillfully blended to create a complex, well-balanced and full-flavored wine reminiscent of...
A proprietary Sonoma County blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Zinfandel, RED is lush with succulent ripe red fruit flavors and spicy aromas. Full-bodied and versatile, RED pairs with a variety of foods for any occasion.
lu is blended from classic Bordeaux grape varietals, crafted from St. Supery’s estate-grown fruit by winemaker Michael Beaulac. These blends combine the best wines from their estate of each vintage. Elegant and stylish with pure, rich vibrant focused sweet cherry and blackberry fruit that is supple and polished. The aromas capture...
Refined, rich luscious style with aromas of nectarines, peach and ripe cantaloupe. On the palate, the mouthwatering flavors of peaches and nectarines are completely filled out with a subtle mineral quality. This is a unique bottle of wine to be enjoyed now for its freshness and in the future as it...
Since 1965 the Steltzner family has been dedicated to producing wines of exceptional quality in the heart of the Stags Leap District, Napa Valley. Claret is a blend of traditional Bordeaux varietals; 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Cabernet Franc and 17% Merlot. Our blend is based on the appeal of age-old Bordeaux...
Stonestreet Fifth Ridge Red Wine 2004
This year marks the inaugural vintage of Fifth Ridge, a red wine blend named for Stonestreet’s Alexander Mountain Estate, the fifth ridge from the Pacific coastline. The fruit in this wine came from their Alexander Mountain Estate ridgetop vineyards 1,000 - 2,000 feet above sea level. Ruby-purple in color, this wine...
Winemaker Notes: We complement this powerful fruit by using only small, thin-staved French oak barrels with which to age this wine. The resulting wine is supple, with flavors of cedar, black currant and dark chocolate. Look also for hints of smoky toastiness and concentrated black cherries.
Stonestreet’s 2003 Legacy is the fourteenth release of their Bordeaux-style varietal blend. With this vintage, they selected five lots of wine from their estate vineyards in the eastern mountains and hills enclosing the southern end of the Alexander Valley. Elevation holds the key to this wine’s combination of boldness and elegance:...
This 2004 Legacy is the fifteenth release of our Bordeaux-style varietal blend. With this vintage, we selected four lots of wine from our estate vineyard in the Eastern Mountains and hills enclosing the Southern end of the Alexander Valley. Elevation holds the key to this wine’s combination of boldness and elegance....
2005 is a classic Oakville Cabernet vintage, so it is no surprise that this wine exhibits such heady aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, black licorice and mocha. The mouth has superb structure, with plenty of the fine-grained, round, ripe tannins we have come to expect from the Schmidt Ranch vineyard. Lingering...
La Ti Da may be a whimsical name, but make no mistake about it, this is serious wine! Drink this wine with good friends and good food. Swanson winemakers were given total freedom in making this creative blend, and it came together quite naturally. The ever-present blend of black fruits isn’t...
Tablas Creek Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2006
The Tablas Creek Vineyard Côtes de Tablas Blanc is a blend of four estate-grown white Rhône varietals: Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne, and Grenache Blanc. The wine, like most wines of the Southern Rhône, is a blend of varietals, featuring the aromatics and fruit of the Viognier, the flavors and clean minerality of...
The 2003 vintage was tremendous: warm and sunny, with cool nights that prolonged the hangtime of the grapes and led to wines with excellent acidity. A relatively early flowering, combined with a warm but not overly hot summer produced unusually long hangtime, and grapes with concentrated flavors and a distinct minerality....
Terlato Family Vineyards Meritage Angels Peak
In the royal court of red wines, Bordeaux is king. Blended from combinations of the five classic varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, Bordeaux epitomizes elegance, complexity and sophistication. A favorite Bordeaux of the family was the model for Terlato Family Vineyards Angels’ Peak, and the inaugural...
Tin Roof Cabernet Sauvignon & Syrah 2005
Tin Roof 2005 Syrah–Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon produced from grapes grown primarily in North Coast and Central Coast vineyards. Both the Syrah and Cabernet varieties flourish in these cool-climate regions, where they develop intense, distinctive varietal character with excellent structure and balance. Boldly...
Tiz Red is a fusion of several classic varietals including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah. The complexity and balance of rich aromas and voluptuous taste ignite all the senses. Each sip invites another. Tiz Wonderful! This premier vintage has refreshing, luscious fruity flavors with a deep color hue. The Merlot and...
The goal of Treana Red is to deliver, vintage after vintage, the best Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine in Paso Robles. Blended with Syrah for a complete, mouth-filling experience, our Treana Red is crafted to keep company with any wine from any region at any price point on the world stage. The wine...
Used Auto Parts Red Meritage 2005
Decanting is highly recommended, as this is a big” wine, which will greatly benefit from allowing time for the flavors to fully open up. Under the Vino-Seal closure, this wine may be safely stored standing up, and it is recommended that it stands upright for 24 hours before opening, to minimize...
The black cherry and cassis aromas are enhanced with chocolate, anise and bay leaf notes. Complex and concentrated fruit flavors are integrated with rich oak and spicy black pepper on the finish. Firm, yet supple tannins are blanced acidity provide excellent structure to this intense and complex blend. Cuvee de la...
A blend comprised primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon that is articulate and powerful, La Joie expresses the richness and depth of a Pauillac-style wine. It begins with a deep, dense purple color, offering up aromas of black currants, coffee, caramel, spicebox, herbs, and smoke. This is a full-bodied, complex and multi-layered wine...
A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, Le Désir represents the grace and opulence of the best St. Emilion-style wines. An intense purple color is followed by aromas of blackberries, tobacco, roasted coffee, dark fruit preserves and fruitcake. Rich, dense and chewy on the palate, it is smooth in...
What one notices first is the conjunction of concentrated black-cherry Merlot fruit and a texture somewhere between satin and velvet. What one notices last is the broad finish that lingers. The 1998 Vérité can be enjoyed now or cellared for even greater drinking pleasure.
With the exception of a small number of heat spikes in June, the growing season was ideal. Hot days and cool nights reigned on our hillside, which in turn, allowed the berries to ripen at a steady rate, with exceptionally balanced acidity and immense complexity. Yields were small to normal. Extended...
The 2002 Viader showcases the best the vintage has to offer: intense, upfront, concentrated dark fruit notes laced with licorice, chocolate, anise, earth and leather. Lingering, complex tannins firm up in the finish which is rounded by powerful floral aromas of blackberry, blueberry and mint. Although quite approachable now bottle aging...
Wild Horse Cheval Sauvage 2005
Wild Horse is a leader in the production of Central Coast Pinot Noir. Produced from only the finest lots of grapes and crafted with exacting care, Cheval Sauvage is the ultimate expression of Wild Horse Winery’s commitment to world-class Pinot Noir. Exceptional fruit and traditional winemaking techniques give their Cheval Sauvage...
