United States Wine

{'WA': '96', 'JD': '99', 'JS': '98', 'V': '96'}

The 2019 Insignia is a bold explosive wine. Sumptuous dark fruit mocha leather sweet spice and tobacco are all amplified_read more

Mevushal. The Chardonnay grapes for this wine were grown in the fog-cooled Napa Valley in order...

The vibrancy of fresh citrus on the palate is outstanding with chilled seafood like dungeness crab and razor clams. Still, there is enough texture and savory characteristics to pair with classic chicken marsala_read more

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The Language of Yes (a distinctly odd name) is Randall’s next chapter. A continued exploration of the central California Coast through small-batch vinous experiments, light touches and a deep love of the land_read more

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Rose of Grenache. On the Fresh berries, Chalky, Wet Pavement. Ripe currants, strawberries...

{'WE': '91', 'JS': '92'}

A pretty chardonnay with cooked-apple and pineapple character. Some vanilla and cream, too. It’s full-bodied and layered with lots of fruit and attractive, toasted-oak and yogurt undertones. Typical and luscious_read more

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With Bordeaux as his model, the Yakia Valley's Chris Camarda has been making rich but balanced Cabernet for 30 years. The Black Label, his top cuvee, is made from his Champoux vineyards_read more

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Forest Glen Winery produces full-flavoured, smooth red wines that are aged in small American oak barrels_read more

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On the palate, the Columbia Crest Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon is a very beautiful and balanced wine with a soft balance of cherry and berry aromas, complemented_read more

The aromatics are delightfully different than the traditional green notes of Sauvignon Blanc- ranging from orange blossom, white peach and lime, subtle herbal nuances of tarragon and lemongrass with a graceful palate and tart acidity_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim | 'JD': '91' Points

The structure is full up front and has a modest finish with lift and fine tannins_read more

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The wine is fermented with 60% whole-cluster for 10 days, then pressed with the wooden basket press. The wine is bottled after 10 month of aging in barrel and without filtration. Think blood orange, peppercorn, and fresh strawberry | 144 cases produced_read more

Violet, camphor, white pepper and cedar" - Jolie-Laide 100% Syrah, grapes were planted on two vineyards (Halcon and Hawkes Butte) both at high elevation. Grapes are left on stems, crushed by foot and fermented with very light punch downs. The juice is then placed into neutral oak for 10 months. 12-25ppm added SO2 depending on vintage and cuvée_read more

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Foot crushed and fermented whole cluster and aged in neutral barrique. Dusty red strawberry and cherry complimented by notes of orange zest and spice flow into soft tannin with fresh juicy acid_read more

Compared to the previous harvest of 2020 overall, 2021 was cooler-- and after quietly...

This Pinot Noir-based rosé is bright and shimmering in the glass with lots of wild strawberry....

Light-bodied with classic hints of cherry, raspberry and spice_read more

Lively and youthful, the wine delivers excellent balance, purity of fruit, and sustained richness with a velvety texture, and it is sure to develop beautifully in the cellar. This dinner table classic pairs exceptionally with coq au vin, mushroom ravioli, roasted pecans and walnuts, grilled vegetables, or creamy cheeses_read more

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The intensity and concentration flow seamlessly to notes of ripe fruit and barrel tones that linger pleasantly for an extended period, inviting one back to the glass!_read more

JS91, TP94

Sumptuous notes of peach and lemon meringue wrap around the palate. Inspired flavors of white chocolate, salted pine nut... read more

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This is a complex and delicious wine. It beckons with aromas of dark purple plum and anise. Bright fruit flavors follow that include Bing cherries, boysenberries, white pepper and savory. Winemaker.

Medium ruby in color, this wine is brimming with captivating aromas of Queen Anne cherries, fresh cranberry and notes of cola. On the palate, flavors of ripe red fruit preserves, vanilla...read more

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7 Deadly Zins Old Vine Zinfandel is full-bodied and seductive. Heaps of jammy berry fruit are followed by aromas of leather, oak and spice notes. On the palate the wine is round and layered showing flavors of dark fruits, currants and toffee through a lingering spice-touched finish.

{'WE': '97', 'WA': '94', 'D': '97', 'JD': '99', 'JS': '100', 'V': '97'}

James Suckling 100 points Wow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and_read more

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JD 91

91 Points Jeb Dunnuck | A wine that’s been made since 1967, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is a beautifully textured, medium-bodied, sweetly fruited charmer that has lots...read more