This two-pack of magnums—Andremily EABA 2018 and Andremily Grenache 2018—offers a rare opportunity to experience the full power and nuance of one of California’s most celebrated producers tackling Rhone varietals in the... Read More
The 2018 Andremily Grenache is rich, opulent, and deeply seductive—rough and refined in perfect tension. It’s built on 80% Grenache, with 14% Mourvèdre and 6% Syrah, coming from the combination of Alta Mesa, Larner, and Kimsey... Read More
The 2014 Vecina is rich, brooding, and built for the long haul. It shows dark berry fruits—blackberry, cassis—alongside baked blueberries, anise, and undergrowth of dusty earth and bay leaves. There’s also complexity from... Read More
The 2021 Armada is powerful, aromatic, and compelling: dark ruby/plum in hue, with aromas of smoked black and red fruit (blackberry, black cherry), violet and rose blossom, bacon‑smoke, and a touch of grill and cured meat. On... Read More
The 2021 Armada is powerful, aromatic, and compelling: dark ruby/plum in hue, with aromas of smoked black and red fruit (blackberry, black cherry), violet and rose blossom, bacon‑smoke, and a touch of grill and cured meat. On... Read More
The 2018 "IX Estate" begins with granite, charcoal, and sage aromas which transform into wild blueberry and black cherry. Salivating spices of turmeric and ginger add wildness and intrigue, building a strong sense of character... Read More
The 2019 “IX Estate” Syrah shines with glimmering notes of violets, mandarin zest, and tarragon. Underlying savory layers of tapenade, barbecue spice, and tea leaves accentuate the soil-driven notes of forest floor and iron.... Read More
The 2018 "IX Estate" begins with granite, charcoal, and sage aromas which transform into wild blueberry and black cherry. Salivating spices of turmeric and ginger add wildness and intrigue, building a strong sense of character... Read More
The 2018 "IX Estate" begins with granite, charcoal, and sage aromas which transform into wild blueberry and black cherry. Salivating spices of turmeric and ginger add wildness and intrigue, building a strong sense of character... Read More
The 2019 Continuum is arresting: dark ruby to garnet, with rich aromas of lifted red fruit (red currant, wild raspberry), hibiscus and delicate floral notes, plus touches of graphite, wild herbs, and exotic spice. On the palate... Read More
This wine showcases everything that 2018 could offer: mineral driven freshness, concentration, and seamless tannin integration. Wine Advocate noted, “the palate is completely packed with tightly wound black and red berry layers,... Read More
This wine showcases everything that 2018 could offer: mineral driven freshness, concentration, and seamless tannin integration. Wine Advocate noted, “the palate is completely packed with tightly wound black and red berry layers,... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: “In tasting a decade of cellar releases with winemaker Daniel Estrin and the Cristom team, it was the releases of the Jessie Vineyard and Louise Vineyard from the ripe vintage of 2012... Read More
The 2019 DVO is rich, beautifully perfumed, and powerful yet refined. On the nose: dark berries (blackberry, cassis), spring flowers, loamy earth, and a dash of baking spices. The palate shows vibrant red and black fruit, tobacco... Read More
The 2020 DVO is rich, deep, and remarkably polished. Aromas of blackberry, cassis, black cherry, graphite, cedar, licorice, and leather open the wine, showing both power and refinement. On the palate it’s full‑bodied but not... Read More
The 2019 Red Rock Terrace from Diamond Creek is rich and powerful yet refined, showing characteristic flavors of dark cherry, cassis, and plum, lifted by notes of espresso bean, cedar, and spicy dried herbs. The vineyard’s steep... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: "No doubt about it, this is a crowd-pleasing expression that seduces with one pull of the cork. It is simply another exciting expression from the dynamic duo. The Meo touch and style is... Read More
The 2011 blend (86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc) opened after a cool, wet growing season that demanded selection and patience. Aromatically the wine presents fresh almond, wild strawberry, cassis,... Read More
The 2012 Dominus opens with a lush and layered bouquet of black cherry compote, black raspberries, cassis, lavender, cedar and Asian spice. On the palate it is full‑bodied yet remarkably refined, with polished tannins, incisive... Read More
The 2015 Dominus is widely regarded as a benchmark vintage for the estate. The blend (86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc) opens with an extraordinary nose of wild blueberries, crushed blackberries,... Read More
Located on the historic Napanook Estate in Yountville, Napa Valley, Dominus Estate was founded by Christian Moueix of Bordeaux fame and is dedicated to crafting Bordeaux‑style blends with a Napa spirit. The estate remains committed... Read More
The 2023 “Othello” is composed of 89 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 11 % Petit Verdot. It opens with vibrant aromas of purple plum, dark blackberry compote, and cacao, laced with sous‑bois and a whisper of graphite. On the... Read More
The 2020 Napanook is composed of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. It opens with a complex bouquet of currants, blackberries, fresh mushrooms, and floral notes. Though growing conditions in 2020 were... Read More