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Grown on the eastern facing slopes of Mt. Veeder, this Merlot hits all the rig... Grown on the eastern facing slopes of Mt. Veeder, this Merlot hits all the right notes. Lush and rich, but vivaciously youthful, it is a graceful enigma. Notes of dark cherries, cedar, toasted oak and a long finish highlight this beauty. Aromas of... more

The wine smells of cherry and new leather, with scents of menthol and fennel s... The wine smells of cherry and new leather, with scents of menthol and fennel spice. The palate is young, tense, and definitive. Tannins are abundant, but silky. The finish is pronounced, secure, prophetic and meaty, yet, not over extracted. Good things... more

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

Black raspberries, candied walnuts, and black currants dominate the nose of th... Black raspberries, candied walnuts, and black currants dominate the nose of this inky, deeply concentrated wine, while subtle hints of cocoa powder, mocha, leather and hazelnut weave their way through. Black Luxardo cherries and berry cobbler expand on... more

Notable black, purple, opaque color showcases a deep dark wine with tons of Re... Notable black, purple, opaque color showcases a deep dark wine with tons of Red Mountain fruit. Black raspberries, plumbs, soft leather, flowers and a cabinet of spices are present in the nose. A big powerful and rich mouthfeel exhibits deep flavors of... more

Super saturated and packed with enticing aromas the 2020 Alec’s Blend has hi... Super saturated and packed with enticing aromas the 2020 Alec’s Blend has hints of wild black cherry, plum and fig fruits threaded with toffee, cinnamon and subtle savory notes. Ultra-plush on entry the palate is full of fresh, broad-ranging fruit... more

Sweet floral aromas, hint of preserved berries, crushed rock, vanilla, black c... Sweet floral aromas, hint of preserved berries, crushed rock, vanilla, black cherry, baking spice, cinnamon and strawberry with a round mouth feel, bright tannin, chocolate covered pears, dark chocolate, raspberry, and coco powder. Aromas of ripe... more

The 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon is an alluring shade of deep purple-red, ... The 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon is an alluring shade of deep purple-red, concentrated all the way to the edge of the glass. From the glass, it radiates an array of aromas that includes blackberry, red currant, coffee, cocoa powder and white... more

Pouring a vivid cardinal into the glass, the 2019 Disciples is replete with ar... Pouring a vivid cardinal into the glass, the 2019 Disciples is replete with aromas of cranberry compote, Rainier cherry, Staedtler graphite pencil and Mendocino forest floor - the combination of redwoods, sorels, sun and ocean spray. Upon entry, the... more

This Uriah is packed with black cherry flavors. The mid pallet is focused on f... This Uriah is packed with black cherry flavors. The mid pallet is focused on fine grained tannins and the finish is seamless. More Merlot-dominated, the 2018 Uriah is a complex blend of 46% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, 17% Petit Verdot, and 14% Cabernet... more

The 2017 Tremor is Byron Blatty's second vintage of this incredibly complex an... The 2017 Tremor is Byron Blatty's second vintage of this incredibly complex and layered cuvée from three different Los Angeles vineyards. Blend: 65% Grenache, 30% Merlot, and 5% Syrah, aged 18 months in French oak. more

The 2020 Avennia Gravura features notes of plum, black cherry, red currants, l... The 2020 Avennia Gravura features notes of plum, black cherry, red currants, licorice, violet petals, pomegranate, cocoa powder, and pencil shavings. This wine has a firmly knit structure, and beautiful long finish, with dark red fruits, milk... more

The 2020 Sackcloth and Ashes Red Blend offers notes of chocolate, leather and ... The 2020 Sackcloth and Ashes Red Blend offers notes of chocolate, leather and dark raspberry. Blend: 38% Cabernet Franc, 34% Petit Verdot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot more

J. Lohr Cuvée St. E captures the savory side of the Bordeaux varieties. Sophi... J. Lohr Cuvée St. E captures the savory side of the Bordeaux varieties. Sophisticated blueberry and raspberry compote aromas mingle with wild sage, cacao nib, and espresso. On the palate, fresh plum and black cherry flavors wrap around a dusty tannin... more

The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, wi... The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, with wholly absorbing and intriguing flavors of wood smoke, boysenberry, vanilla, milk chocolate, and cherry cola, with sweet tannins that finish on notes of ripe raspberry and... more

A burgundy shade of red commence this wine. Aromas of black plum and black che... A burgundy shade of red commence this wine. Aromas of black plum and black cherry combine with graphite, milk chocolate, and black pepper with a subtle thread of vanilla from the toasted oak. This is a generous merlot with nice freshness on the palate... more

The 2018 Pirouette is an expressive wine that opens slowly to reveal oak spice... The 2018 Pirouette is an expressive wine that opens slowly to reveal oak spice and a kaleidoscope of red and black fruit aromas and flavors that become more vivid as the wine develops in the glass. Textured and richly concentrated on the palate, the... more

From its inviting cherry and black currant aromas to its hints of vanilla, sag... From its inviting cherry and black currant aromas to its hints of vanilla, sage, and clove, this wine displays lovely French oak-inspired layers of sweetness and spice. The lush, dark berry layers echo on the beautifully balanced palate, where elegant,... more

With a flavor profile distinctly influenced by its volcanic basalt soil, Fergu... With a flavor profile distinctly influenced by its volcanic basalt soil, Ferguson is a richly structured and energetic wine offering complex, mineral-laced aromas of blackberries, mulberry, fragrant violet, and sandalwood. Layers of dark fruit and... more

Minerality, plums and blueberries. Strikingly seamless already at this young a... Minerality, plums and blueberries. Strikingly seamless already at this young age and like Camerata just builds effortlessly from the deep berry front to glorious tannins that linger on a long finish. Power and complexity, grace and balance, an epic... more