The always fine Domaine Carneros is exceptional in this 50/50 Pinot Noir/Chardonnay Vintage Brut. Deep aromas of...
Carruth Cellars, North Coast (California) 2017
This San Diego area winery sources fruit from around the state and uses it to great effect in this bottling – likely...
Hawk and Horse, Red Hills, Lake County (California) Petite Sirah 2015
A sturdy but approachable Petite Sirah that is more than worthy of your cellar. Blackberry, bold wood spice, firm...
JOLO Vineyards, Yadkin Valley (North Carolina) 2018
I love what’s happening at JOLO, and I hope this award brings them some wider recognition. Yadkin Valley,...
Trinity Hill, Gimblett Gravels (Hawkes Bay, New Zealand) Chardonnay 2017
Chardonnay probably isn’t the first grape you associate with New Zealand (me neither), but here is a bottle that...
Archery Summit, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2017
A delicious blend of fruit from premium sites in Willamette’s sub AVA’s Dundee Hills, Yamhill Carlton and...
Westwood, Sonoma Valley (California) 2016
Master blender Philippe Melka shows his artistry in this mix of Cabernet Sauvignon with Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre,...
Steele, Lake County (California) Cabernet Franc 2017
It’s pretty tough to beat Steele when it comes to quality for your dollar, as demonstrated yet again by this tasty...
Peju, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Franc 2013
Winemaker Sara Fowler generally makes firmly structured wines meant for aging, and this late release is no...
Alara Cellars, San Benito County (California) Grenache 2017
Be sure to give this wine ample time in the decanter, and be sure you’re a fan of the lively white pepper character...
Westwood, Sonoma Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2016
Westwood's Annadel Gap Vineyard Pinot Noir is a bold, earth driven style that focuses on black cherry, blackberry and...
Westwood, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2016
A solid Anderson Valley expression of Pinot Noir with age-worthy structure, though it’s a delight already. ...