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Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years a... Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years ago surrounding their home estate. They decided to plant the grapes they loved to drink. The majority of the vineyard is planted to Sangiovese and Merlot with a few rows of... more

Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studeba... Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studebaker, Moroccan tile, throwing a basket of kalamatas off of a balcony, beef wellington with Gordon Ramsey, black silk robe, Esther Perel’s voice, blueberry gentleman of the... more

Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pre... Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pretty and expressive, with the textured fruits in seamless integration with the natural acidity. A chocolatey ripeness develops with aeration in the glass though nicely... 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

This alluring Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend draws you in with luxurious arom... This alluring Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend draws you in with luxurious aromas of ripe red berries, cassis, violet, leather and cocoa powder. On the palate, the entry is silky and concentrated, with supple tannins framing the rich, red fruit flavors... 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

Cabernet grapes for “Cote DEL Sol�, this reserve-level Cabernet, are hand-... Cabernet grapes for “Cote DEL Sol�, this reserve-level Cabernet, are hand-harvested from the south facing side of the vines only, which grow on a narrow, twenty-two row slope on our Valley View Vineyard. This Cabernet is then co-fermented with... more

Apex pours a dark purple-black into the glass. Licorice, plumbs, wet stones, a... Apex pours a dark purple-black into the glass. Licorice, plumbs, wet stones, and blackberries lead the way, with smoked meat and wild blueberries framed by medium-firm tannins. Very full-bodied and super smooth. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon (40% Blue Dog... more

Alec’s Blend sings with youthful, headstrong fruit character. This year’s ... Alec’s Blend sings with youthful, headstrong fruit character. This year’s blend is bursting with blueberry, black cherry, cola and chocolate flavors. Dusted with cocoa, floral and cedary spices, the wine stays fresh and gains impressive richness... more

This blend has depth, balance and big flavors. The nose evokes black cherry pi... This blend has depth, balance and big flavors. The nose evokes black cherry pie, tar, licorice, black olives, vanilla, pencil shavings, and notes of chocolate. On the palate, it bursts with fresh blackberries, mixed berry cobbler, toasted walnuts, and... more

This Estate Cabernet is the signature wine of Obsidian Ridge Vineyard and embo... This Estate Cabernet is the signature wine of Obsidian Ridge Vineyard and embodies the complexity and wildness of the site. The structure and intensity of upper blocks is complemented by aromatics and acidity of cooler blocks. The extreme climate,... more

Medium-bodied with a subtle peppery note from the Sangiovese throughout a soft... Medium-bodied with a subtle peppery note from the Sangiovese throughout a soft fruit mid-palate. Blend: 45% Merlot, 35% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Syrah more

The 2021 Leviathan reveals distinct aromas of blackberry bramble, black cherry... The 2021 Leviathan reveals distinct aromas of blackberry bramble, black cherry, and chaparral. Savory spices and star anise meld with mineral, graphite, bay, and laurel reflective of the rocky Northern California terrain. With finely structured... more

This vintage of the legendary Treana Red is a gorgeous blend of Cabernet Sauvi... This vintage of the legendary Treana Red is a gorgeous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. On the nose, rich aromas of dark fruit, cassis and vanilla bean. On the palate, elevated flavors of raspberry and fresh cherry brighten the mid pallet while... more

Complex aromas of boysenberry, gravel, earth and bouquet garni with red fruit ... Complex aromas of boysenberry, gravel, earth and bouquet garni with red fruit essence that continually changes in the glass. Oceans of blueberry are the base of this full palate wine with cherry, raspberry, cola, cocoa, anise and strawberry notes.... more

Deep, dark and luxurious, this wine offers alluring aromas of blackberry, blac... Deep, dark and luxurious, this wine offers alluring aromas of blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, currant and cocoa powder, with underlying hints of saddle leather, cinnamon and clove. The voluptuous dark berry notes are echoed on the palate where... more

Cherry and plum dominate the aromas, gently laced with cedar and vanilla. In t... Cherry and plum dominate the aromas, gently laced with cedar and vanilla. In the mouth, the wine is elegant, even understated, with perfectly balanced tannin and just the slightest hint of earthiness complimenting the fruit. Extended oak aging softens... more

The 2020 Red Blend has aromas of dark cherry and blackberry followed by raspbe... The 2020 Red Blend has aromas of dark cherry and blackberry followed by raspberry, blueberry and caramel on the palate. Blend: 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petite Sirah, 14% and Syrah more

Expressive Cabernet with juicy fruit notes, fine tannins and a muscular mid-pa... Expressive Cabernet with juicy fruit notes, fine tannins and a muscular mid-palate. Layered flavors of plums, dark cherry and vanilla. Expect a long and balanced finish. Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.5% Petit Vedot, 9.5% Syrah With small percentages... more

The 2019 vintage for Hgiii is a knockout - an unequivocal example of how this ... The 2019 vintage for Hgiii is a knockout - an unequivocal example of how this expansive, rich and deeply textured wine overdelivers. Tony’s ingenious blend, the core trio of varieties all offer distinction and harmony to the final blend: Merlot leads... more