California
Zinfandel
Zinfandel, Rombauer Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA, 2023
91pts Jeb Dunnuck
A total charmer, plenty of plum & raspberry fruits as well as classic cigar wrapper, spice, & cedary incense-like nuances. Nicely textured, medium to full-bodied, & balanced, an outstanding wine to enjoy over the coming 4-6 years.
A total charmer, plenty of plum & raspberry fruits as well as classic cigar wrapper, spice, & cedary incense-like nuances. Nicely textured, medium to full-bodied, & balanced, an outstanding wine to enjoy over the coming 4-6 years.
$35.95
Petite Sirah
Petite Sirah "D. Rafanelli Vineyard Rex & Amarica Blocks", William Knuttel, Sonoma, CA, 2016
WE 91pts.
Bright aromas of blackberry, ripe pomegranate, & black cherry, with well-integrated oak & toast. Opaque, nearly like India ink, with black & deep purple hues. Velvety tannins are meshed in intense blackberry, blueberry & licorice flavors, and t
Bright aromas of blackberry, ripe pomegranate, & black cherry, with well-integrated oak & toast. Opaque, nearly like India ink, with black & deep purple hues. Velvety tannins are meshed in intense blackberry, blueberry & licorice flavors, and t
$41.95
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Flowers Vineyards, Sonoma Coast, CA 2023
Flowers Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2023 is widely rated 92–94 pts. Critics note red cherry, cranberry, plum, forest floor, tea, spice, and coastal minerality. Medium-bodied with bright acidity, fine tannins, and polished balance. Elegant, cool-climate style.
$43.95
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon "D. Rafanelli Vineyard", William Knuttel, Sonoma, CA, 2017
WE 90Pts.
Aromas of ripe blackberry, plum and blueberry, and hints of earth and dried flowers. Oak and toast mesh completely into the flavors. The wine’s color is dense, and flavors of ripe berry and cherry ride a wave of firm but resolved tannins.
Aromas of ripe blackberry, plum and blueberry, and hints of earth and dried flowers. Oak and toast mesh completely into the flavors. The wine’s color is dense, and flavors of ripe berry and cherry ride a wave of firm but resolved tannins.
$44.95
Merlot
Merlot "Estate Grown", Grgich Hills, Napa Valley, CA, 2019
Aromas of dark cherry & raspberry with floral undertones & notes of fallen leaves. The tannins have an elegant density with a softness that is supported by fresh red fruit acidity & hints of basil. The finish is long & substantial with a hint of spice.
$48.95
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley, CA, 2022
2022 Stags' Leap Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon earned 93 pts from James Suckling and 91.5 pts from Ken's Wine Guide. Reviewers note black currant, blackberry, tobacco, dried herbs, fine tannins, fresh acidity, and an elegant, balanced Napa style.
$49.95
Zinfandel
Zinfandel “Giuseppe & Luisa”, Martinelli Winery, Russian River Valley, CA, 2023
Martinelli “Giuseppe & Luisa” Zinfandel 2023 (Russian River Valley) scores 93–94 pts from Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck, and Wine Advocate. Rich black cherry/raspberry fruit, pepper, cedar, and mocha notes with bright acidity, structure, and aging potential
$56.95
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Cakebread Cellars "Two Creeks Vineyards", Anderson, CA 2023
Cakebread Two Creeks Vineyards Pinot Noir 2023 has no major critic scores yet. Aromas of wild strawberry, cherry, rose petal, and spice lead to a silky palate of red fruit, tea leaf, and forest floor. Elegant, balanced, and age-worthy.
$59.95
Bordeaux Blend
Bordeaux Blend "Cyrus", Alexander Valley Vineyards, CA, 2020 (Wetzel family & Kevin Hall)
Cyrus Wines 2012 is a Bordeaux blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Shows cassis, plum, cedar, cola, spice and earth. Medium-bodied, structured with firm tannins. Rated 90–93 pts.
$62.95
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Peay Vineyards, West Sonoma, CA, 2021
JD 99Pts.
Deep ruby with a jeweled appearance, pure with framboise & lavender wildflowers. Medium to full-bodied, with great structure, it’s beautifully pure & persistent, with notes of fresh pine & wildflowers as well as a great finish.
Deep ruby with a jeweled appearance, pure with framboise & lavender wildflowers. Medium to full-bodied, with great structure, it’s beautifully pure & persistent, with notes of fresh pine & wildflowers as well as a great finish.
$62.95
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, CA, 2021
This classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon reveals aromas of ripe blackberry and boysenberry with hints of dark chocolate and sweet oak. On the palate, the dark fruit is balanced by fresh acidity and lush tannins that carry all the way over a lingering,
$69.95
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon "Alexander Valley", Silver Oak, CA, 2021
Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 earned 96 pts (Decanter) and 93 pts (James Suckling). Critics praise layered blackberry, cherry, cedar, graphite and spice notes, polished tannins, balanced oak, and strong aging potential; best 2028–203
$79.95