Napa Valley, California
Provenance Vineyards 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley
Melon and ripe citrus open with a creamy, gently rounded texture shaped by lees ageing. A small portion of Sémillon adds silkiness and soft fruit, while stainless-steel freshness keeps the palate lively. Subtle vanilla, mineral detail and a snap of anise bring definition to the robust fruit, leaving a clean, composed finish.
One Flock 2020 Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley
Pale straw in the glass, with a bright, restrained nose of white stone fruit. The palate is crisp and well balanced, delivering clean fruit through lively, precise acidity. More composed than overtly grassy, the Sauvignon Blanc favours subtle freshness and an easy, refreshing finish, making it a polished alternative to more pungent expressions.
One Flock 2020 Red Blend Napa Valley
Ripe red fruit and wild berries open with violet, lavender, allspice, sandalwood and roasted nuts. The palate turns darker and more generous, layering blackberry, plum and black cherry with chocolate truffle, black pepper, cardamom and clove. A light touch of toasted oak frames the fruit, bringing warmth, spice and a composed, lingering finish.
St. Supéry 2016 Napa Valley Estate Oak Free Chardonnay
Dried apricot, cantaloupe and pear open the nose, with a subtle note of orange marmalade adding warmth. The palate turns fresher, carrying Asian pear, nectarine and apricot through a crisp, clean finish. Bright and fruit-driven, with no oak weight, it is a polished match for roast chicken, grilled prawns, creamy pasta, soft cheeses or simply prepared white fish.
Trefethen 2019 Chardonnay
A Napa Valley Chardonnay shaped by a long-standing commitment to quality, with pineapple, apple and Meyer lemon layered over orange peel and pear. The palate is full-bodied and structured, but fresh acidity keeps the richness in balance. Creme brulee and vanilla add gentle depth before a smooth, lingering finish. Serve with roast chicken, rich seafood or creamy pasta.
Freemark Abbey 2020 Huichica Hills Vineyard Chardonnay Napa Valley
Apple cobbler, crème brûlée and ripe pineapple open with orange marmalade and fresh peach. The palate is supple and integrated, layering stone fruit, candied lemon zest, baking spice, ambrosia and vanilla through a creamy texture. Vibrant acidity keeps the richness balanced, carrying the fruit into a long, nuanced and lingering finish.
Wilson Foreigner 2017 Rancho Chimiles Valdiguié Napa Valley
Cranberry and tart cherry lead, lifted by white pepper and freshly cut tarragon, sage and rosemary. Concrete and neutral oak keep the fruit direct while adding gentle texture rather than overt wood. Bright natural acidity gives the palate a lively, thirst-quenching shape and carries the savoury herbs into a crisp finish.
Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Blackberry, blueberry and dried fig lead, lifted by a fine edge of white pepper. The palate layers black cherry, plum and mocha over a restrained note of vanilla toast. Supple tannins and fresh natural acidity keep the dark fruit vibrant and composed, carrying the wine into a long, elegant and quietly complex finish.
California Cult Classics 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 2 Napa Valley
Juicy berries deepen toward blackberry, black plum and red cherry, layered with cedar, cinnamon, dark chocolate, graphite and black pepper. The palate begins lean and soft, then grows rounder and more generous with air. Medium acidity and building tannins frame the ripe fruit, leading to a long finish of plum, cedar and sweet spice.
Othello 2018 Red Blend Napa Valley
Blackcurrant and cedar lead with ripe raspberry, inky cassis, violet and wild strawberry. The palate is cool and focused, placing dense dark fruit inside a frame of fine, polished tannins. Bitter chocolate, peppery spice and a lift of fresh acidity add detail, while supple texture and cedary notes carry the wine into a poised finish.
Forman 2020 Chardonnay Napa Valley
A restrained, fresh white whose fruit is framed by lively acidity and subtle lees-aged richness. Older barrels bring gentle texture rather than overt oak, allowing the clean fruit to remain central. The palate is composed and balanced, with quiet aromatic complexity and a precise, refreshing finish that favours clarity over weight.
Clos du Val 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Cranberry, red plum and cherry open with cassis, lavender and savoury touches of thyme and sage. The palate is medium to full-bodied yet fresh, framed by fine-grained, supple tannins and balanced acidity. A quiet mocha note adds depth without obscuring the fruit, and the finish is long, smooth and focused. Decant briefly and serve with grilled beef, lamb chops or roasted mushrooms.
Scholium Project 2014 The Sylphs Guman Vineyard Chardonnay 750 mL
Full and rounded, the palate is disciplined rather than overtly fruity, with layered secondary and tertiary character carrying through its considerable length. The texture is broad yet controlled, shaped by subtle tannic grip and an unhurried sense of development. Complexity builds gradually across the middle. The finish remains balanced and quietly persistent, leaving savoury, mature detail rather than simple sweetness.
B Cellars 2014 Maldonado Vineyard Chardonnay 750 mL
Green apple, pear and key lime open with clean brightness, followed by nutmeg, subtle oak and a light coconut accent. The palate has generous fruit and measured weight, but crisp acidity keeps the texture focused and energetic. Citrus carries through the middle, while restrained oak adds shape without overwhelming the wine. Serve lightly chilled with roast chicken, butter-poached shellfish, grilled halibut or creamy vegetable dishes.
PlumpJack 2013 Syrah Napa Valley
Blackberry, mocha and liquorice open with bold, savoury depth. The palate layers smoky raspberry, grilled herbs and cracked pepper over a rich, structured frame. Ripe, generous tannins give the Syrah weight without hardening its edges, while balanced acidity keeps the dark fruit and spice focused through a long, confidently shaped finish.
Twomey 2013 Merlot Napa Valley
Black cherry, coffee and licorice open with creamy red fruit, followed by chocolate-covered cherry and a subtle savoury note. The palate is elegant and texturally plush, with velvety yet firm tannins keeping the Merlot focused rather than heavy. Red currant and plum carry into a fresh, composed finish.
Ilaria 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Dark chocolate leads a smoky, supple profile, with ripe raspberry and blackberry bringing freshness to the richer fruit. A small portion of Petit Verdot adds depth and structure without obscuring the Cabernet core. Soft in texture yet lengthy and composed, the palate closes with lingering dark fruit, cocoa and a gentle savoury warmth.
Blackbird Vineyards 2006 Illustration Proprietary Red Oak Knoll District
Black cherry leads with toffee, cocoa powder, iris and subtle leather. The palate is full-bodied and focused, bringing brambly berries, roasted meat, blackcurrant, coffee and tobacco into a rich, concentrated core. Persistent acidity keeps the texture composed, while sweet, velvety tannins carry the layered fruit and savoury detail through a long finish.
Cain Vineyard & Winery 2010 Cain Concept The Benchland 750 mL
Cedar and smoky fig wood frame ripe plum and dark berry fruit, with a savoury undertone that keeps the profile composed. The palate is smooth and generous without feeling heavy, carried by resolving tannins and a measured freshness. Cabernet structure gives the wine its line, while the softer texture of the blend brings breadth and polish. The finish is elegant, mature and quietly persistent.
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.