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St. Supéry 2019 Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum lead a concentrated nose, joined by boysenberry, anise, toasted oak and a light graphite note. The palate is full-bodied and opulent yet fresh, with polished, fine-grained tannins carrying the dark fruit through cocoa, vanilla and subtle earthy tones. A savoury tobacco edge adds complexity before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb shoulder or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Cobb 2017 Doc’s Ranch Vineyard Pommard & 114 Selection Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
Dense layers of black cherry, red plum and black tea open the wine, followed by cardamom and anise. The palate is juicy and succulent, with generous fruit carried by a smooth, detailed texture. Blueberry and red cherry bring lift, while measured spice and a neatly resolved finish keep the richer profile composed.
Cobb 2017 Coastlands Vineyard Old Firs Block Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
Dark cherry and raspberry open with bay laurel, rose petal, lavender and white pepper. The palate is polished and svelte, its perfumed fruit held in a fresh, finely grained frame. Strawberry and tea leaf add detail before a lifted finish of orange rind and Meyer lemon peel, elegant and quietly persistent.
Paradigm 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
Juicy blackcurrant leads a powerful, richly inviting profile, with clove and brown sugar adding warm spice. Gravelly texture and a cohesive structure keep the fruit focused, while a supple palate gives the wine generosity without losing shape. Lengthy and composed through the finish, it benefits from air. Serve with roast beef, lamb or deeply browned mushrooms.
Frias Family Vineyard 2015 SMD Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District
Cassis and blueberry lead with fresh floral notes, graphite and pencil shavings. The palate is medium to full-bodied, layered and richly textured, bringing generous black fruit, baking spice and a savoury touch of aged meat. Tobacco, clove and forest floor deepen the profile, while balanced acidity carries the dense fruit into a long finish.
Mica 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Dark currant and concentrated cherry lead with generous, immediate fruit. The palate brings ripe black liquorice, savoury spice and a broad, supple texture, while vanilla bean and a cool hint of mint add lift. Open and expressive rather than reserved, the Cabernet finishes long and smooth, with its fruit and spice held in easy balance.
Boudreaux Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Washington
Dark, concentrated and dense, with a slightly reserved nose that opens toward blackberry liqueur and savoury herbs. The palate is full-bodied and lush, carrying substantial fruit through a compact, structured frame. Its weight is balanced by herbal lift, leaving a focused, warming finish with lingering dark-fruit depth.
Montelena 2018 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
A fresh, dynamic Cabernet Sauvignon with cranberry, raspberry jam and a light cola note. The palate is supple yet dense, with laser-focused acidity drawing the fruit and texture into a balanced, energetic shape. Fine tannins support rather than dominate, and the finish remains composed and lifted, holding the fruit, acidity and structure in clear balance.
Sea Smoke 2013 Southing Pinot Noir 750 mL
Black raspberry and baked strawberry lead a ripe, energetic nose, joined by wet stone, cola, cinnamon and mace. The palate is more restrained than the aromas suggest, with vivid acidity cutting through chocolate-coated black cherry and baking spice. Dried oregano and rosemary add a savoury edge through the mid-palate, keeping the fruit focused and the finish fresh.
Andrew Cain 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Ripe redcurrant, cranberry and blueberry open the nose, layered with fresh earth, mint, allspice and cigar box. The palate deepens into raspberry, dark cherry and cassis, with lavender, black trumpet mushroom and mocha adding complexity. Smooth, supple tannins frame the fruit, while cardamom and smoked cedar linger through an elegant, composed finish.
Cobb 2017 Emmaline Ann Vineyard Pinot Noir 750 mL
Perfumed and finely drawn, with bright cranberry, red cherry and a hint of plum framed by rose, lavender and forest floor. The palate is light on its feet yet concentrated, carrying fresh red fruit over subtle spice, dried mushroom and savoury herbal notes. Fine texture and clear acidity give the wine focus, while the finish remains long and nuanced. Serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, lentils or wild mushrooms.
Old Bardstown Estate Bottled Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Plum, dark raspberry and grape lead a rich, direct profile. The palate is creamy and full, with honey, vanilla and cinnamon joined by mint, liquorice, sweet tea and a light grain note. Oak and clove bring structure without taking over. The finish is compact and warming, leaving dark fruit, herbal spice, vanilla and a touch of tobacco.
Belle Glos 2018 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir 1.5L (Magnum)
Deep ruby with scarlet highlights, opening on cranberry, raspberry jam, clove and cedar. Holiday baking spice adds warmth without obscuring the fruit. The palate is rich and lively, building through crushed ripe cherry, cranberry and blueberry pie. Bold in flavour yet structured, it carries a gentle smoky sweetness into a warm, lingering finish.
Inglenook 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Napa Valley
Blackberry bramble and black cherry open with truffle, fennel and cocoa. The Cabernet palate is tightly woven yet polished, with fine, round tannins supporting redcurrant, damson plum and dark cherry. Vanilla, liquorice and cedar add quiet richness, while incense and mineral notes carry the fresh, elegant structure into a long, generous finish.
Domaine Nicolas-Jay 2018 L’Ensemble Pinot Noir 750 mL
Black cherry, dark berries and spiced plum meet cedar, rose hip and a savoury forest-floor note. The palate is juicy and energetic, bringing pomegranate and dark red fruit across a silky, dense texture. Bright acidity keeps the wine lifted, while fine, chalky tannins add tension without roughness. Subtle baking spice and an earthy edge carry through a long, balanced finish with measured depth.
Double Diamond by Schrader 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry lead a generous nose, with cassis, savoury bay leaf and a measured touch of roasted oak. The palate is broad and dense but polished, carrying dark fruit through bittersweet cocoa, fine tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Menthol and loamy earth add lift and depth before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or roasted portobello mushrooms.
Duckhorn 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
Blackberry, cassis and blueberry liqueur shape a fragrant, deeply fruited nose. The palate expands through black cherry and dark plum, with firm tannins and clear acidity giving the fruit definition. Vanilla and tobacco emerge on the powerful, structured finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, grilled lamb or aged cheddar.
Grgich Hills Estate 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
A rich Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with dark berry fruit, blackcurrant and plum, accented by lavender and allspice. The palate is velvety and full, with smooth tannins carrying plum and pluot into notes of rhubarb and nutmeg. Structured yet generous through the finish, it benefits from air and suits grilled beef, roast lamb or mature cheese.
Cakebread 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
Forest berries and dried herbs open with an earthy, lightly smoky edge. The palate is firmly structured, carrying blackcurrant and crushed blackberry beneath measured oak and fine-grained tannins. Savoury detail keeps the dark fruit composed through the persistent finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or aged hard cheese.
WALT 2016 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir 750 mL
Candied raspberry, tart cranberry and darker berry fruit meet earth, white pepper and paprika. The palate is dense and expressive, yet fresh acidity keeps the ripe fruit lively and defined. Dark spice and a savoury mineral edge add depth through the centre, while fine-grained tannins provide a polished, controlled frame. The finish is long and clean, balancing berry richness with earthy spice and steady freshness.