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Bright red berry aromas, cherry and raspberry, dried floral tones intertwined ... Bright red berry aromas, cherry and raspberry, dried floral tones intertwined withhints of mocha, vanilla and cola. On the palate, I find the wine both relaxed and invigorating. There is a wonderful round midpalate that is well-balanced on a beam of... more

With this bottling, the jammy character of Yountville Ranch Cabernet takes cen... With this bottling, the jammy character of Yountville Ranch Cabernet takes center stage, rounded out by Rockerbox Vineyard’s black currant tones and the beautiful aromatics of Hopper House fruit. Look for aromas of sweet hay, cherry, graphite and... more

A perennial wine of Gundlach Bundschu's portfolio, this Cabernet Sauvignon con... A perennial wine of Gundlach Bundschu's portfolio, this Cabernet Sauvignon consistently garners high praise from critics. The naturally cool climate of our Rhinefarm vineyards creates ideal conditions for the slow ripening of fruit, which translates... more

Luscious aromas of raspberry, plum and cassis fill your senses with a touch of... Luscious aromas of raspberry, plum and cassis fill your senses with a touch of cedar and vanilla. Layers of ripe cherries, red currants and berry jam provide a rich mouth feel. Ripe tannins focus the palate and provide a lengthy finish of spice and... more

Ashes & Diamonds' Cabernet Franc is a naturally restrained, balanced wine with... Ashes & Diamonds' Cabernet Franc is a naturally restrained, balanced wine with subtle power and aromatic finesse that comes from the volcanic clay and sandy loam soils of select vineyards in Napa Valley’s cooler south side (Los Carneros, Oak Knoll... more

The color is intense and beautiful, almost black with purple, reddish hues. Ar... The color is intense and beautiful, almost black with purple, reddish hues. Aromas of black cherry, cassis, piecrust, spice, and mint mingle and leap from the glass. The palate is full and concentrated with similar aromas but also featuring black... more

This is classic Cabernet Franc: Light, lean stonefruit like white cherries on ... This is classic Cabernet Franc: Light, lean stonefruit like white cherries on the nose under a canopy of sage, jalapeño, violets, and eucalyptus. Full-bodied and structured through the mid-palate before an elongated finish that will reward aging for... more

The 2019 Domaine Curry Cabernet Sauvignon is being hailed as one of the finest... The 2019 Domaine Curry Cabernet Sauvignon is being hailed as one of the finest of the decade — a great relief since the 2020 vintage was severely impacted by smoke from the fires that ravaged many of California’s wine growing regions. Blend: 85%... more

Aromas of pine forest, black currant, sage, and vanilla abound. The flavors ar... Aromas of pine forest, black currant, sage, and vanilla abound. The flavors are saturated with blackberry and currant, complexed with difficult to describe earth notes. The structure is firm, as to be expected of the current forty-year-old, dry-farmed... more

Incredibly focused and defined, the 100% Cabernet Franc showcases aromas of mu... Incredibly focused and defined, the 100% Cabernet Franc showcases aromas of mulberry, Asian spice, black tea and graphite. Loaded with dense fruit and spice on the palate, the full-bodied wine has beautifully balanced acidity and ripe, uber-fine... more

Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherr... Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherry, mocha, with subtle hints of mint and floral. This Cabernet is graceful and elegant with black cherry flavors on the entry. On the palate, this wine is luscious in the... more

Ripe, dark and wonderfully herbaceous, the 2016 Salus Cabernet Sauvignon is re... Ripe, dark and wonderfully herbaceous, the 2016 Salus Cabernet Sauvignon is redolent of the tradition but undeniably Napa in its abundant exuberance. Deep black and blue fruits rich with confection swirl around a plushly textured core, given lift and... more

Fresh pepper, blueberry, plum, violet, and earthy. Fresh pepper, blueberry, plum, violet, and earthy. more

The 2020 Knights Valley Reserve is full of richness and depth, with a very pre... The 2020 Knights Valley Reserve is full of richness and depth, with a very present, earthy minerality. The nose and palate are full of ripe red currant, black cherry, and blackberries. The fruit is vibrant and juicy, supported by warmer spiced notes of... more

This exquisite, sophisticated Merlot begins with aromas of dark cherry, raspbe... This exquisite, sophisticated Merlot begins with aromas of dark cherry, raspberry and sweet ripe tomato supported by floral undertones of lilies, violets and fallen leaves. The tannins have an elegant density with a softness that is supported by fresh... more

Upon opening, concentrated aromas of blackberry and dark plum fill the nose. T... Upon opening, concentrated aromas of blackberry and dark plum fill the nose. The palate is full-bodied with flavors of dark cherry, boysenberry, and a hint of tobacco. Well-balanced and structured with lingering notes of toasted on the long finish.... more

Rutherford dust typicity, beautiful opaque, dense ruby/purple color, a classic... Rutherford dust typicity, beautiful opaque, dense ruby/purple color, a classic sweet nose of blackcurrants, licorice and sweet oak. Elegant fresh raspberry, blueberry and cherry notes carry through the mid pallet. The wine finishes with long velvety... more

The nose starts with crushed red stone fruits and violet petals with scents of... The nose starts with crushed red stone fruits and violet petals with scents of potpourri. As the wine warms and opens, this defines more as dried rosemary and thyme. There is a back scent of minerality with a swipe of rust. The flavors are juicy and... more

This is a dark, powerful wine, extracted from slowly and fully ripened fruit. ... This is a dark, powerful wine, extracted from slowly and fully ripened fruit. On the nose the wine offers copious aromas of black cherry, blackberry, black licorice, raspberry with nicely integrated, lightly toasted ad spicy oak aromas, and hints of... more

Fischer’s wines focus on high acidity, lower alcohol, and strive to showcase... Fischer’s wines focus on high acidity, lower alcohol, and strive to showcasevarietal. All of the vineyards are sustainably or organically farmed and managed by the same Vineyard management team that he closely works with. The fruit is hand picked and... more