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Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years a... Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years ago surrounding their home estate. They decided to plant the grapes they loved to drink. The majority of the vineyard is planted to Sangiovese and Merlot with a few rows of... more

Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studeba... Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studebaker, Moroccan tile, throwing a basket of kalamatas off of a balcony, beef wellington with Gordon Ramsey, black silk robe, Esther Perel’s voice, blueberry gentleman of the... more

The wine opens with flavors of black pepper and teriyaki beef jerky, angelica ... The wine opens with flavors of black pepper and teriyaki beef jerky, angelica root with charred maple smoke and sweet brandy. This is followed by an incredible intensity of rich tannins with pepper, brown spice, and a long smokey finish. A luscious,... more

As the 2019 Estate Syrah begins to fill the glass with its signature dark viol... As the 2019 Estate Syrah begins to fill the glass with its signature dark violet color, one can’t help but to get excited. Instantly upon pouring, the aromatics begin to overflow and escape the glass, giving you a sneak peek of what’s to come.... more

Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pre... Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pretty and expressive, with the textured fruits in seamless integration with the natural acidity. A chocolatey ripeness develops with aeration in the glass though nicely... more

This Cabernet blend is a good introduction to the vintage, and while it will i... This Cabernet blend is a good introduction to the vintage, and while it will improve over the course of three to eight years. Blend: 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 14% Malbec, 12% Petit Verdot, 8% Syrah, and 2% Cabernet Franc The 2017 Claret is a... more

Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the... Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the nose. Blend: 54% Zinfandel, 26% Petite Sirah, 14% Alicante Bouschet, 6% Syrah more

This classic Northern Rhône inspired wine opens with floral aromatics reminis... This classic Northern Rhône inspired wine opens with floral aromatics reminiscent of lavender, violets, cassis and lead pencil. On the palate, it presents focused dark stone fruit, light game and black and white pepper flavors and brisk balancing... more

Gust Syrah has intricate flavors of black pepper and savoriness intermingled w... Gust Syrah has intricate flavors of black pepper and savoriness intermingled with black and blue fruit. With ample tannin and texture this wine has beautiful concentration, tension, and ageability. After 12 months of aging in barrels the wine is... more

Aromas and flavors of blueberry, blackberry, black cherry, lavender, dark choc... Aromas and flavors of blueberry, blackberry, black cherry, lavender, dark chocolate, vanilla, dried herb, baking spices, clove, earth, dried tobacco and smoke. Blend: 96% Syrah, 4% Viognier The nose on this single-vineyard expression is dense with dark... more

This wine is full-bodied, concentrated, and gorgeous, with jammy, ripe black f... This wine is full-bodied, concentrated, and gorgeous, with jammy, ripe black fruits, sweet currants, pepper spice, and mouthcoating deliciousness. Blend: 76% Zinfandel, 14% Charbono, 8% Petite Sirah, 2% Syrah more

White pepper at the forefront. Bright red fruit and some olives and herbs in t... White pepper at the forefront. Bright red fruit and some olives and herbs in there too. Deep color. All the complexity that Syrah can offer when it's grown in the right place. Keenly structured and well-buffed, this red offers deep blackberry, smoked... more

Anna’s Red is a wine that does not highlight any distinctive varietal qualit... Anna’s Red is a wine that does not highlight any distinctive varietal quality but instead celebrates the contents of its blend. The majority of the wine is composed of Syrah and Mourvedre, bringing notes of boysenberry, blueberry, and sagebrush to... more

An immediately appealing nose of sugarplum and wild strawberry, herbes de Prov... An immediately appealing nose of sugarplum and wild strawberry, herbes de Provence and charcuterie. The mouth shows notes of milk chocolate and red cherry, deepened with olive tapenade and sweet green herbs. Some youthful Grenache tannins come out on... more

Gravity Red Blend is named for a remote, hard-to-reach block on Mount Peak's h... Gravity Red Blend is named for a remote, hard-to-reach block on Mount Peak's historic Monte Rosso Vineyard, where Petite Sirah vines cling to a steep slope on the edge of a canyon. Vintage 2019 opens with aromas of baked blueberry, freshly brewed... more

Aromatics of boysenberry jam, graham cracker, dried cranberry, blueberry, thym... Aromatics of boysenberry jam, graham cracker, dried cranberry, blueberry, thyme, star anise. On the palate, strawberry jam, peach cobbler, pie crust, licorice. Rich and giving with crunchy tannins and lift. Finishes with blue fruit and structure.... more

This is our eighth vintage making wine from the Kahn Vineyard. We like to expe... This is our eighth vintage making wine from the Kahn Vineyard. We like to experiment and change things with every vintage. With the 2018 we decided to do no added So 2 to half of the wine. The result is fantastic! We are so proud and excited for this... more

Purple red in color with aromas of violet, Doris plum, lavender, fresh cracked... Purple red in color with aromas of violet, Doris plum, lavender, fresh cracked pepper and bacon fat. There are also flavors of plum, a hint of leather, green olive and vanilla spice. The body is full with big, lush and balanced tannins. The acid is... more

This alluring Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend draws you in with luxurious arom... This alluring Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend draws you in with luxurious aromas of ripe red berries, cassis, violet, leather and cocoa powder. On the palate, the entry is silky and concentrated, with supple tannins framing the rich, red fruit flavors... more

One of the few remaining Clarets in California, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based ... One of the few remaining Clarets in California, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is a time capsule of a great old style of wine. Aromatically the wine has notes of sweet, chocolate cherry cake with dried mint and fine loose tobacco. On the palate,... more