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Both a complex and balanced vintage with a generosity of fruit led by cherries... Both a complex and balanced vintage with a generosity of fruit led by cherries, plums and blackcurrant alongside cloves, fennel and a hint of cocoa. Puckering tannins add a freshness to the long and sumptuous finish. Accessible early but ageworthy... more

By popular demand, this 2018 Audere Red Blend (39% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvig... By popular demand, this 2018 Audere Red Blend (39% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Malbec, 10% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc) best-seller is topping the charts with a total production of 329 cases. 23 months barrel aged in 90% New French and... more

This wine presents deep shades of reds and purples. Aromas of juicy black plum... This wine presents deep shades of reds and purples. Aromas of juicy black plum, milk chocolate, and anise with elements of toasted vanillin and molasses. Flavors of dark plum and cassis follow with mocha and toasted barrel attributes. This red blend... more

The 2021 Harvest season was remarkably smooth and uneventful, a stark contrast... The 2021 Harvest season was remarkably smooth and uneventful, a stark contrast to the 2020 fire season. Little rain and moderate temperatures throughout the growing months gave way to a low yielding, and flavor-intensifying crop. The wines produced... more

This elegant red blend is structured with length and a graceful, fine grain of... This elegant red blend is structured with length and a graceful, fine grain of tannin. Vibrant and deep reds and purples introduce Élu, with aromas of black plum and juicy blackberry. The fragrances of anise, graphite, dark cocoa, espresso and toasted... more

This Cabernet blend is a good introduction to the vintage, and while it will i... This Cabernet blend is a good introduction to the vintage, and while it will improve over the course of three to eight years. Blend: 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 14% Malbec, 12% Petit Verdot, 8% Syrah, and 2% Cabernet Franc The 2017 Claret is a... more

Deepest crimson red. Brooding aromatically with notes of cassis, black olive, ... Deepest crimson red. Brooding aromatically with notes of cassis, black olive, dried tobacco and the faintest hint of roasted hazelnut. The palate is alive with rich, ripe red to black fruit, with a midpalate that speaks volumes to the warm and long... more

Fog Catcher represents the best that the vineyard produces each year and has d... Fog Catcher represents the best that the vineyard produces each year and has depth, outstanding color and incredible age worthiness. The majority of this blend is composed of our four original blocks of Bordeaux plantings at Heart Hill, planted in... more

Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherr... Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is abundant with aromas of black cherry, mocha, with subtle hints of mint and floral. This Cabernet is graceful and elegant with black cherry flavors on the entry. On the palate, this wine is luscious in the... more

One of the few remaining Clarets in California, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based ... One of the few remaining Clarets in California, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is a time capsule of a great old style of wine. Aromatically the wine has notes of sweet, chocolate cherry cake with dried mint and fine loose tobacco. On the palate,... more

Luscious aromas of raspberry, plum and cassis fill your senses with a touch of... Luscious aromas of raspberry, plum and cassis fill your senses with a touch of cedar and vanilla. Layers of ripe cherries, red currants and berry jam provide a rich mouth feel. Ripe tannins focus the palate and provide a lengthy finish of spice and... more

Another classic Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon expressing a lovely combi... Another classic Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon expressing a lovely combination of black raspberry and cherry enhanced by savory notes and exotic spices (think Garam masala) and cocoa nibs. The texture is rich, framed by just the right amount of... more

The nose presents sweet aromas of black ripen fruits with hints of vanilla and... The nose presents sweet aromas of black ripen fruits with hints of vanilla and chocolate, which appear after the oak ageing. The mouthfeel is sweet with structured, persistent tannins due to the natural acidity of this wine, leading into an excellent... more

Deep red color with ruby notes. Fruit aromas, such as blackberries and raspber... Deep red color with ruby notes. Fruit aromas, such as blackberries and raspberries, are combined with spiced notes and mint. The wine has great concentration, which can be attributed to the intense fruit and elegant character. I found a lot more... more

Broodingly deep ruby in color, 2016 Steady State shows fragrant notes of cassi... Broodingly deep ruby in color, 2016 Steady State shows fragrant notes of cassis buds, ripe red and black cherries, as well as warm, complex aromas of blackberry brambles, wild rosemary, and lavender. Intense and focused on the palate, the tannins are... more

#81 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2021 The 2018 vintage was a long, slightly cool ... #81 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2021 The 2018 vintage was a long, slightly cool season, devoid of heat spikes and late rains which offered ample hangtime through a glorious autumn for the fruit to mature without losing its underpinning structure and true... more

Violet color with deep blue hues. Black and red fruit and other herbal notes. ... Violet color with deep blue hues. Black and red fruit and other herbal notes. The palate has a silky entry with nice and juicy tannins, aromatic and receiving end of a long and deep mouth complexity. Blend: 85% Malbec, 15% Cabernet Franc Shows good... more

The 2020 Knights Valley Reserve is full of richness and depth, with a very pre... The 2020 Knights Valley Reserve is full of richness and depth, with a very present, earthy minerality. The nose and palate are full of ripe red currant, black cherry, and blackberries. The fruit is vibrant and juicy, supported by warmer spiced notes of... more

Beautiful aromas of dark plum, red cherry, licorice and warm baking spices ope... Beautiful aromas of dark plum, red cherry, licorice and warm baking spices open onto a plush and silky palate layered with plum, spiced cherry and cassis. A classic Napa Valley Cabernet, fine-grained tannins and lively acidity support the wine... more

The 2021 Band of Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon offers a harmonious blend of frui... The 2021 Band of Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon offers a harmonious blend of fruit and savory notes, this vintage leads with bright cherry and cassis followed by leather and tobacco notes. The tannins are elegant and paired with vibrant acidity to deliver... more