Red
Red
Silverado Vineyards 2003 SOLO Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Dark cherry, blackberry, cassis and blueberry lead, with eucalyptus, mineral and herbal notes emerging as the wine opens. The palate is rich and layered, balancing ripe fruit with fresh acidity and firm, resolved structure. A lightly earthy savoury edge adds maturity before the Cabernet carries into a long, composed finish.
Cakebread 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
American Red
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.
OVID 2009 Napa Valley Red Wine
American Red
Mulberry and fresh boysenberry lead with roasted chestnut and sandalwood, creating a deep, layered aromatic profile. Rich fruit fills the palate around a precise core of polished tannins, with power balanced by clarity and control. Dense yet seamless, the red blend carries its dark fruit and savoury detail through a long, assured finish.
Vine Hill Ranch 2011 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
American Red
Black cherry, dark plum and cassis lead, joined by wild fennel, dark cocoa and a smoky, resinous lift. Graphite, forest floor and wet slate add earthy mineral depth, while lively acidity keeps the palate generous but balanced. Seamless, persistent tannins carry the Cabernet into a long, composed finish.
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2001 Napa Valley
American Red
Deep and layered, with black cherry, plum, cassis and dark berry framed by cedar, graphite, mocha, chocolate, tobacco and floral notes. Full-bodied and opulent yet precise, the palate brings excellent concentration, supple sweet tannins and measured oak into a long, structured finish. Allow generous air before serving with grilled beef, lamb or mushrooms.
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2002 Napa Valley
American Red
Bold and concentrated, with black cherry, boysenberry, plum, cassis and blackberry layered with violet, graphite, toasted oak, tobacco, charcoal and mocha. Full-bodied and luxurious, the palate has firm fine-grained tannins, dark chocolate, spice and a long, persistent finish. The structure is imposing but polished, making this a natural match for grilled beef or lamb.
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2005 Napa Valley
American Red
Deeply coloured, concentrated and layered, with black cherry, cassis, blackberry and currant lifted by dried violet, rose, anise, graphite, cedar and roasted herb. The palate is classically structured, combining vibrant fruit with fresh acidity, polished tannins and a mineral edge. Rich yet balanced, it finishes persistent and mouth-coating; allow generous air and serve with grilled beef or lamb.
Shafer Vineyards 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Blackcurrant, berry fruit, roasted pepper, olive and white chocolate form a ripe, generous profile, with polished oak adding warmth. The palate is soft and plush, its abundant fruit carried by graceful tannins rather than hard edges. Silky texture and savoury detail keep the Cabernet balanced through an open, lingering finish.
Caymus 2005 Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
American Red
Black cherry and blackberry lead a generous, fruit-forward profile, with vanilla, seasoned oak and earthy notes adding depth. Creamy in both flavour and texture, the palate is broad and smooth without losing its savoury outline. Dark fruit and gentle spice carry evenly through the long, polished finish. Serve with grilled steak or braised short ribs.
Corra Winery 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Dark baked cherry opens with perfumed raspberry and blueberry, followed by a light touch of sweet tobacco and sage. The palate is bright, juicy and rich on entry, with generous berry fruit carried by a complex, silky texture. Freshness keeps the concentration poised, leading to a long, polished finish of dark fruit and savoury herbs.
Duckhorn 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
American Red
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.
Duckhorn 2005 Merlot Napa
American Red
Blackcurrant and ripe cherry lead a full, richly layered palate, joined by dark chocolate, violet and liquorice. Smoky oak adds depth without obscuring the fruit, while dense, intricate tannins provide definition and length. Generous yet composed, it finishes with lingering dark berry and cocoa tones. Pair with lamb, roast beef or mushroom dishes.
Guigal 2017 La Mouline Cote Rotie
French Red
Ruby red with vermilion highlights, opening on intensely aromatic small red fruits, blackberry and violet. The palate is supple and silky, balancing generous blueberry fruit with dried spice, savoury depth and finely woven tannins. Full-bodied yet graceful, it carries lively acidity and quiet mineral tension into a long, plush finish.
Guigal 2017 La Landonne Cote Rotie
French Red
Deep red-black in colour, with powerful aromas of small black fruits, liquorice, roasted notes and fragrant spice. The palate is rich, round and velvety, bringing concentrated dark fruit, black pepper and savoury depth. Dense structure and ripe tannins build through the centre, while fresh acidity carries the remarkably long, composed finish.
Guigal 2017 La Turque Cote Rotie
French Red
Blackberry, blueberry and raspberry meet smoked meat, graphite and dark chocolate, with violet, incense and flint lifting the bouquet. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably balanced, carrying ripe black fruit through fine, dusty tannins and a long mineral finish. Powerful but poised, it suits slow-roasted lamb, venison or beef.
Penfolds Grange 1992
Australian Red
Refined and fully developed, with blackberry, blackcurrant and plum layered with liquorice, cinnamon, dark chocolate, dried herbs and smoky oak. Medium-bodied yet concentrated, the palate balances sweet ripe fruit with silky tannins, savoury cedar and a long, bittersweet finish. Decant for about two hours and serve with veal, lamb or slow-roasted beef.
Château Mouton Rothschild 1998 Pauillac
French Red
Powerful and still youthful, with crème de cassis and dark fruit layered with pencil lead, roasted espresso, tobacco, smoke, saddle leather and Indian spice. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate combines depth with fresh structure, fine tannins and a long savoury drive. Decant for about ninety minutes and serve with roast beef, lamb or venison.
Quilceda Creek 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Blackberry, blueberry and black cherry form a generous dark-fruited core, layered with crème de cassis, spring flowers, cocoa, roasted herbs and a mineral note. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is seamless, with juicy, finely integrated tannins and impressive purity. The long finish brings graphite, tobacco and subtle baking spice. Serve with prime rib or braised beef.
Quilceda Creek 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Crème de cassis, blackberry and black plum unfold with violet, anise, leather, dark chocolate and black truffle. The palate is luxurious yet precise, layering concentrated fruit over silky tannins and fresh, balanced acidity. Graphite, dried herbs and mineral detail keep the long finish composed. Decant for roast beef, venison or richly seasoned lamb.
California Cult Classics 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 2 Napa Valley
American Red
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.
Boudreaux Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Washington
American Red
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.
Ridge Vineyards 2008 Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountains
American Red
Black cherry and cassis lead a muscular, gradually unfolding profile, with dried mountain laurel, loamy earth and the savoury scent of burning embers adding depth. The palate is broad and structured, its dark fruit held by firm, measured tannins. Earthy complexity lingers through a long, composed and quietly powerful finish.
Château Montrose 2006 Saint-Estephe
French Red
Dense and still tightly wound, with red berries, currant and morello cherry set against cedar, graphite, tobacco and dark mineral notes. The palate is concentrated and firm, carrying substantial extract and tannin with a measured sweetness of fruit on the finish. Decant generously to reveal its savoury detail, then serve with braised beef, venison or roast lamb.
Boisrenard 2009 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
French Red
Roasted fig, blackberry, cassis and kirsch form a deep, generous core, joined by graphite, pepper, tobacco and a touch of tar. The palate is powerful yet defined, with dense fruit, mouthwatering freshness and mesquite-toned tannins. A round, concentrated southern Rhône red with savoury depth and a long, structured finish.
Revana 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
American Red
Black fruit, pepper and dried herbs open with a measured layer of toasted oak. The palate is soft, supple and elegant, combining ripe currant and cherry with fine, integrated tannins. Graphite and gentle herbal notes add savoury precision, carrying the fruit through a composed, medium-full finish. A polished match for striploin or roast lamb.
Hedges Family Estate 2022 Red Mountain
American Red
Black raspberry and fig lead, layered with cocoa, rosemary, baking spice, toffee and vanilla. Full and lush on the palate, the wine combines generous fruit with a firm, grippy structure and bright acidity. The finish is savoury and composed, with mineral tension keeping the richness in balance. Serve with grilled lamb, braised beef, mushrooms or aged cheddar.
Long Shadows Vintners 2007 Saggi Sangiovese Cabernet Blend Columbia Valley
American Red
Plum, dried flowers and black cherry lead with cedar, licorice, pepper and Asian spice. Lush and broad on the palate, the red blend combines supple texture with lively inner energy, layering cassis, red fruit and floral detail over fine-grained tannins. Savoury depth and measured oak carry the concentrated fruit into a long, polished finish.
Chateau Pavie 2000 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
French Red
Ripe black cherry and salty plum lead, layered with crushed rock, dried flowers, tobacco leaf, smoke, cocoa and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with abundant dark fruit carried by a stony mineral line. Long and powerful yet composed, it finishes with savoury freshness and remarkable persistence.
El Enemigo 2018 Malbec Mendoza
Argentinian Red
A concentrated Malbec built around black plum, blackberry and black cherry, with violet, graphite and wild-herb detail bringing a savoury edge. A small portion of Cabernet Franc adds lift and structure. The palate is medium to full-bodied, dense yet fresh, with chalky tannins, finely judged oak and a persistent mineral finish. Decanting will let the darker fruit and aromatic detail open fully.