2018

A chewy red with blackberry, blackcurrant and dark-chocolate character. Full-bodied with polished tannins and a savory finish.\n \n Producer Information\n \n Stag's Leap Wine Cellars was founded in the early...

A chewy red with blackberry, blackcurrant and dark-chocolate character. Full-bodied with polished tannins and a savory finish.\n \n Producer Information\n \n Stag's Leap Wine Cellars was founded in the early...

This is one of the best SLVs I have tasted with total balance and structure that highlights what was possible in 2018. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and poised, with layer...

This is one of the best SLVs I have tasted with total balance and structure that highlights what was possible in 2018. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and poised, with layer...

This is an opulent, structured and mineral-driven white wine, richly layered and robustly built with weight and ample body. Brioche, honeycomb and baked apple meet a complement of fresh acidity...

Aromas of ripe blackcurrants, blackberries, licorice, cloves and tobacco. Hints of crushed stones and nut shells, too. Firm and chewy with full body and layers of fine, velvety tannins. Compact...

Lots of ripe plums and blueberries, together with smoked meat, licorice and dried flowers. Dark chocolate and wet forest floor, too. Tight and meaty with a dense, chewy tannin structure....

This is blowzy and rich, yet there are plenty of tannins to back it up, and they are dusty and firm at that. Full-bodied, but not heavy in any way....

A dense, creamy viognier with sliced apples and peaches and some citrus. Waxy, too. Full-bodied, layered and beautiful.\n Producer Information\n Stags' Leap Winery is located seven miles (11km) north of...

A linear and creamy red with currant, blackberry and some dark-chocolate character. Full-bodied with firm, round tannins and a fresh finish. \n \n Producer Information\n Sterling Vineyards is a Napa...

Muscular in dark cherry-cola and brown-sugar richness, this blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon with 20% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 6% Petit Verdot offers sultry intensity and verve. Toasted oak, tobacco...

Big and powerful, with buttery richness to the ripe pear and Gala apple flavors that are creamy and broad-textured. Shows concentrated spiciness and pastry accents on the textured finish.\n Producer...

The 2018 Chardonnay exhibits scents of crushed rock and gentle spices, a world of flavors opening up to mineral charged orchard fruit. It has energy on the palate with a...

It strikes a balance between full-on richness and tart, zesty red fruit. The structure is weighty and substantial while red-plum notes provide some delicacy, and cardamom spice warms the finish.\n...

This wine shows terrific balance and harmony. Quite delicate and smooth texture on the long finish.

A juicy red with currant, blackberry and chocolate character. Medium to full body. Fresh finish. Slightly hollow in the mid-palate. Drink or hold.\n Producer Information\n House of Smith (also sometimes...

Plum, cherry, stewed strawberry, vanilla and toffee on the nose. Some moss and bark. It’s full-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins. Juicy and polished with intense, spiced and dried-fruit aromas. Chewy...

A full-bodied, plush red with aromas of plums, cherries, vanilla, rust and hazelnut. Polished and spiced with a full, creamy palate and fine-grained tannins. Flavorful finish. Drink or hold.\n Producer...

This is a dense, phenolic white with dried lemon-rind, sliced-apple and honey character. Full-bodied, layered and flavorful. Lots of zesty character. Lots of limey character. 50% fermented in concrete and...

Pleasant aromas of ripe red fruit and berries, nutmeg and milk chocolate. Full-bodied with tight tannins. Rich palate with brooding character. Plush and comfortable in its depth and intensity. Cocoa...

Aromas of raspberries, red plums, chocolate orange and spice box. Medium-bodied with sleek tannins and fresh acidity. Juicy and silky with a spiced core of berry fruit. Flavorful finish with...

Deep purple hues in the glass give rise to generous aromas of blackcurrant, spiced black tea and plums. Flavors run from intense cassis into dark late season cherries, with a...

Deep garnet-purple in color. Medium to full-bodied with a firm backbone of fine grainy tannins. Concentrated yet elegantly balanced with good acidity and stacked layers of complex flavors leading to...

Deep garnet-purple in color. Medium to full-bodied with a firm backbone of fine grainy tannins. Concentrated yet elegantly balanced with good acidity and stacked layers of complex flavors leading to...

Deep garnet-purple in color. Medium to full-bodied with a firm backbone of fine grainy tannins. Concentrated yet elegantly balanced with good acidity and stacked layers of complex flavors leading to...

Light in color and delicate in flavor with nuances of roasted nuts, Taylor dry sherry is delicious as a chilled aperitif.\n \n Producer Information\n Taylor Wine Company is an historic...

Light in color and delicate in flavor with nuances of roasted nuts, Taylor dry sherry is delicious as a chilled aperitif.\n \n Producer Information\n Taylor Wine Company is an historic...

Deeply golden, warm and fruity, taylor marsala is a classic flavor in gourmet cooking and a smooth, satisfying dessert wine.\n \n Producer Information\n Taylor Wine Company is an historic wine...

Deeply golden, warm and fruity, taylor marsala is a classic flavor in gourmet cooking and a smooth, satisfying dessert wine.\n \n Producer Information\n Taylor Wine Company is an historic wine...

This is a bold, bright wine that packs plenty of fresh blackberry and black-plum flavors that are held by moderate tannins for a good, appetizing grip. Concentrated fruit flavors and...

Delicate and impressive depth on the nose. The finish is quite unique, rich and long lasting.\n \n Producer Information\n The Archivist delivers wines with clear, pure, terroir-driven fruit flavors; wines...

Deep burgundy in color and full-bodied, this impressive Cabernet Sauvignon presents black cherry, currant and vanilla spice aromas. Soft, well-integrated tannins and a velvety texture combine with delicious flavors of...

The Crusher Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep ruby color with striking aromas of ripe blackberry, boysenberry jam, perfumed lavender, and toasty spiced oak notes. The youthful and inviting aromas lead...

The Crusher Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep ruby color with striking aromas of ripe blackberry, boysenberry jam, perfumed lavender, and toasty spiced oak notes. The youthful and inviting aromas lead...

It presents itself with great elegance and charm with precise aromas, imposing but very fine tannins and great length.\n \n Producer Information\n The Crusher Wines are a testament to an...

The Crusher Petite Sirah is a saturated, deep purple color in the glass with vivid aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and spiced fig jam. The inviting aromas lead to a bold...

The palate is powerful and complex. A wine of great finesse and an impressive length in the mouth.\n \n Producer Information\n The Crusher Wines are a testament to an enduring...

The 2018 Family Coppola Chardonnay greets you with delicious aromas of vanilla, pear, and baked apple. The palate continues with tantalizing flavors of orange peel, vanilla, and spice.\n \n Producer...

The Federalist Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon has a good entrance, full-bodied with a long finish, fine tannins, juicy red fruit profile layered with a hint of sweetness from the...

A rosé made by blending Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, this is lightly spicy and pleasantly quaffable. The fruit flavors lean into pear, with a suggestion of chocolate and cherry.\n...