Over the years the Far Niente Cabernet has evolved into a bigger, bolder version of the earliest vintages. The 2012 is robust...
Grgich Hills Estate, Yountville (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Grgich's Yountville Selection embodies everything you've come to expect from a Grgich Cabernet, beginning with a gorgeous nose...
Carnivor, California (United States) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
At this price point this California Cabernet from the Gallo family of wines will be a shining star. Dark and rich in color, it...
Pina, Rutherford (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
On the off chance you were wondering how the powerhouse Pina winery fared in the challenging 2011 vintage, I can say with a...
Virage, Napa Valley (California) 2010
Drop this vintage of Virage into a blind tasting and my guess is most wine enthusiasts, even the experts, would peg it for a...
Ponzi, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2012
This vintage is solid for Ponzi, showing notes of black raspberry, spice and cola. A restrained wine, it is nicely structured,...
Las Rocas de San Alejandro, Calatayud (Spain) 2012
A blend of Garnacha, Syrah and Tempranillo, Las Rocas' El Renegado is a zesty, refreshing wine that offers aromas of raspberry...
Rocca Family Vineyards, Yountville (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Wines like this have made the Napa Valley the magnet it has become for serious wine lovers. Well-heeled serious wine lovers,...
V. Sattui, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
Rich and slightly chewy, V. Sattui's 2011 Preston Vineyard Cab is a Cab lover's Cabernet. Dense and layered, it shows ripe dark...
Eleanor, Napa County / Sonoma County (California) 2011
This interesting red blend might make one wonder if more California wineries might attempt blends that combine Zinfandel and the...
ACORN Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) 2011
ACORN threw everything but the kitchen sink into its delightful Medley red blend. There's a shot of Syrah, a dash of Zinfandel,...
Howell Mountain Vineyards, Howell Mountain (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
The Hillside Select from Howell Mountain Vineyards is everything you want and expect in a serious mountain-grown Cabernet...