The winery flagship, and a fine representation of what can happen in Southern California when gentle handling is applied....
Héroe, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Viognier 2016
Well executed Viognier, one where the rich texture and the racy acidity play off of each other to great effect. ...
Coyote Oaks, San Diego County (California) Barbera 2015
Winemaker Karen Sherman “came of age” winning awards at the San Diego County Fair’s homemade wine...
Volcan Mountain Winery, Temecula Valley (California) Petite Sirah 2016
Winemaker Jim Hart’s connections in Southern California lead to some pretty exciting wines, like this tasty Petite...
Trecini, Vermentino di Sardegna DOC (Sardinia, Italy) 2017
Russian River Valley producer Trecini reaches across the world for this lovely Vermentino, which shows a ripe aroma set of...
Carol Shelton Wines, Fountaingrove District, Sonoma County (California) Zinfandel 2016
The Exalted High Priestess of Zinfandel strikes again with this bold, beautiful wine that I imagine is one of her...
Shale Oak Winery, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Grenache 2015
A brooding, dark side expression of Grenache, made even darker by the addition of 15% Syrah. Blackberry, black...
Black Stallion Estate Winery, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
This is a nicely spiced expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, with clove and cinnamon top notes joining Blackberry and cassis...
Opolo Vineyards, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Petite Sirah 2015
The brawny side of the variety gets full exposure in this lusty glass that hits the markers that fans of the variety...
Parvenah Vineyards, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Petite Sirah 2015
Yes, Petite Sirah has a subtle side, and it’s well displayed here, with soft black and blue fruit, moderate oak...
Lafond Winery & Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills (Santa Barbara County, California) Chardonnay 2017
Big props to Lafond for consistently great wines like this crisp Chardonnay. Judiciously oaked so as to accent the...
Jeff Runquist, Amador County (California) Tempranillo 2016
Gorgeous Tempranillo with bright red fruit, gentle oak spice, singing acidity and a long finish with real push of fruit...