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Forman Vineyard 2020 Chardonnay Napa Valley
American White
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.
Continuum Estate 2017 Proprietary Red
American Red
Rose petal and wild herbs lift black cherry, brambleberry and red plum. The palate is plush and silky, layered with cacao, crushed-stone minerality and a savoury hint of tapenade. Fine tannins carry the fruit into a bright, persistent finish. Decant before serving and pair with roast lamb, grilled beef or aged cheddar.
Continuum Estate 2016
American Red
Citrus blossom and rose petal aromas bring immediate vibrancy, followed by cassis, dark fruit, bergamot and dried wild herbs. The palate builds in power and richness, with cigar box and leather adding depth. Graphite and earthy minerality provide sinewy balance through the close. Decant and serve with roast beef or lamb.
Trim Wine 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi
American Red
Cherry and bright red fruit lead, joined by baking spice and softly perfumed wood. The palate is generous yet immediately approachable, with supple tannins shaping the ripe fruit rather than adding weight. A smooth texture carries the Cabernet through a balanced finish, where savoury spice and gentle oak detail linger behind the fruit.
Josh Cellars 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon California
American Red
Blackberry leads a round, juicy Cabernet, with toasted hazelnut and cinnamon giving the ripe fruit a warm, savoury edge. Vanilla and toasted oak sit comfortably underneath, adding sweetness and structure without overwhelming the palate. Smooth, generous and easy-moving, it closes with lingering berry fruit, gentle spice and polished oak.
Chateau Montelena 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
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.
Gemstone Vineyard 2012 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville Napa Valley
American Red
Blackberry, cassis and violet lead with crushed rock, liquorice and warm spice. Dense Cabernet fruit and plum move across a finely grained palate, balanced by energetic acidity and a distinctly gravelly mineral edge. Dark chocolate, espresso, smoke and tobacco build underneath, while mature tannins carry the layered fruit through a long, resonant finish.
Klinker Brick Winery 2021 Old Ghost Old Vine Zinfandel Lodi
American Red
Dark berries and tobacco lead with concentrated depth and a bright line of acidity. Layers of fruit and savoury detail unfold across the palate, supported by medium tannins and a richly textured feel. The structure stays composed through a long finish, making the Zinfandel a natural match for grilled meats, roasted vegetables or charcuterie.
Inglenook 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Napa Valley
American Red
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.
Paradigm Winery 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
American Red
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.
Silver Oak 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Magnum
American Red
Grgich Hills Estate 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
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.
Beran 2017 Sonoma County Zinfandel
American Red
Fresh blueberry and raspberry meet dark chocolate and a measured touch of vanilla oak. The palate is rich yet elegant, layering red and black berries with clove and black pepper. A firm seam of black cherry, toast and espresso adds structure, while polished tannins carry the fruit into a long, generous finish.
Keever Vineyards 2012 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Blackberry and black cherry lead an elegant bouquet, joined by floral lift, vanilla and mocha as it opens. The palate is soft yet densely flavoured, with darker fruit carrying into a smooth finish. Fine, well-integrated tannins provide length without domination, making this a composed match for roast beef or lamb.
Belle Glos 2018 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir 1.5L (Magnum)
American Red
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.
Hobel 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Sweet oak and cedar frame a deeply coloured, concentrated Cabernet core of boysenberry, blueberry and bitter chocolate. The palate is massive yet silky, with ample fruit, firm vineyard-driven structure and a line of tension running through the richness. Fresh acidity keeps the scale balanced, carrying violets, crushed rock, incense and blackberry into an energetic finish.
Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
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.
Combe 2020 Trousseau Ballard Canyon
American Red
Bright red fruit leads with strawberry and cherry, followed by dried herbs, lavender and a gentle earthy note. Light in body but softly textured, partial whole-cluster fermentation brings gentle spice and a velvety feel, while neutral oak keeps the profile restrained. Freshness carries the wine through a savoury, quietly persistent finish.
One Flock 2020 Red Blend Napa Valley
American Red
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.
Signorello Estate 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Charcoal and graphite frame concentrated blackcurrant and blueberry, giving the wine a dark, savoury aromatic profile. The palate is dense and full-bodied, with opulent fruit held in check by freshness and firm structure. Fine mineral detail and measured tannins carry the Cabernet through a long, composed finish with impressive depth.
BACA 2018 Double Dutch Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel Paso Robles
American Red
Roasted blueberry and blackcurrant open over wet stone, dust and a restrained pinch of thyme. The palate is rich and velvety, with black cherry, cassis and liquorice moving through a broad, polished texture. Wild herbs and prairie grass bring savoury contrast, carrying the ripe fruit into a smooth, persistent and quietly energetic finish.
Be Human 2018 Merlot Columbia Valley
American Red
Blackberry and blueberry lead this deep-coloured red, with gentle oak spice framing the fruit. The palate is soft and smooth, its Merlot core broadened by darker berry depth and a measured line of tannin. Generous without feeling heavy, it closes cleanly and lingers with polished fruit, warmth and easy balance.
Dominus Estate 2018 Othello Napa Valley Red
American Red
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.
Kosta Browne 2017 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
American Red
Fresh cranberry, strawberry and citrus rind open with a light touch of baking spice. Broad and silky on the palate, the Pinot Noir balances ripe raspberry and pomegranate with a supportive line of acidity. Well-judged oak adds quiet polish, while the bright fruit and freshness carry through a poised, gently spiced finish.
Larkmead Vineyards 2016 The Lark Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Gravel, smoke and dark fruit lead into a powerful, tightly focused Cabernet. Licorice, tobacco and game bring savoury depth, while lavender, menthol, spice and new leather add lift and complexity. The palate is vertical and mineral-driven, with impressive intensity held in check by a firm structure and a long, layered finish.
Union Sacré 2021 Cabernet Franc Paso Robles
American Red
Fresh pepper opens with blueberry, plum and violet, followed by a quiet earthy note. The fruit remains clear and unforced, while floral lift and peppery detail bring definition through the centre. Savoury tones settle beneath the berries, carrying the wine into a clean, measured and gently persistent finish.
Chateau Montelena 2013 The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Black cherry, cassis and black pepper lead, layered with tomato leaf, meat and soy for a distinctly savoury profile. The palate is dense yet seamless, with grippy tannins supporting deep fruit and a long, composed finish. Elegant rather than flashy, it rewards decanting and suits roast lamb, grilled beef, braised short ribs, porcini dishes or aged hard cheese.
Stolpman Vineyards 2021 Uni White
American White
Cantaloupe, white flowers and Asian pear lead, followed by golden pineapple and tangerine. The palate is full and textural but held in balance by crisp acidity, with lime pith, melon and a cool mineral line through the finish. A polished white for shellfish, sushi, roast chicken or richer vegetable dishes.
Carlisle 2020 Zinfandel Sonoma County
American Red
Black cherry and black raspberry lead a bright, deep-garnet profile, joined by char and a brambly savoury edge. The palate is medium to full-bodied, open and smoothly textured, with fresh acidity keeping the generous fruit lively. A persistent finish gathers dark berries, subtle smoke and gently earthy spice into a polished close.
Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 Napa Valley
American Red
Silky and deeply concentrated, with black raspberry, cassis, ripe black cherry and dark plum lifted by licorice, marzipan, honeysuckle and gentle floral spice. The palate is rich but never heavy, balancing pure fruit with fresh acidity, fine tannins and seamless texture. Clean and lingering on the finish, it benefits from air and pairs beautifully with roast beef or lamb.