Northstar continues to be one of the shining stars of the domestic Merlot world, but in no small part because it is one of the...
Migration, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County) Pinot Noir 2013
Migration's 2013 RRV Pinot is a delicate Pinot in the best sense of the term. Showing aromas of red fruits with firm but...
Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
This vintage of Napa Valley Cabernet from Freemark Abbey is a bit ungainly, but that's to be expected. Winemaker Ted Edwards...
Freemark Abbey, Rutherford (Napa Valley, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Freemark Abbey's Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon from the excellent 2012 vintage is an impressive offering from Cabernet master...
Grape Expectations
Imagine a world without cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, pinot noir, riesling or sauvignon blanc. Those popular grape varieties...
Pahlmeyer, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2012
Pahlmeyer's Merlot from the 2012 vintage offers up a serving of that famous Napa Valley power and richness, a distinction...
Ferrari-Carano, Sonoma County (California) 2012
Tresor is perhaps the most underrated of all the flagship red Bordeaux-style blends produced in California. It's not for want of...
Ferrari-Carano, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County) Pinot Noir 2013
Meaty, with plenty of flesh and savory character, this is a fine effort from Ferrari-Carano. With aromas of raspberry,...
Dry Creek Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Dry Creek Vineyard's Dry Creek Valley Cab from the excellent 2012 vintage is as solid as any $25 Cabernet Sauvignon you are...
Pioneering Winemaker Gary Eberle Answers the Call to be Chief Judge
We are pleased to announce that Gary Eberle, long ago dubbed 'The Godfather' of Paso Robles wine, has agreed to serve as Chief...
Silverado Vineyards, Stag’s Leap District (Napa Valley, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Silverado's signature Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2012 vintage is a stunning wine that combines richness, power and heft without...
Qupe, Santa Barbara County (California) Syrah 2012
Qupe's 2012 Santa Barbara County Syrah demonstrates the winery's mastery of this grape variety. Elegant and firmly structured,...