2020 California Wine

Located just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean and right at the boundary of the marine layer, Campbell Ranch provides a cooler microclimate for Syrah reminiscent of the northern Rhône. Dark-fruited, savory, and slightly... Read More

Aromas of freshly-picked cherry, raspberry, and strawberry open into flavors of luxurious red fruit and the exotic spice characteristic of the Carneros AVA, next door to more-famous Napa. Pleasant acidity and a supple mouthfeel... Read More

From hillside vines at the base of Howell Mountain, this is an excellent example of Napa Cabernet that retains its Bordelais inspiriation—bold & structured, but not quite so jammy and overly oaked as many others. Dark fruits,... Read More

Benefiting from the relatively cool climate of the Sta. Rita Hills, this California Pinot Noir hearkens to the higher acidity, more elegant wines of the Willamette Valley or even Burgundy. Notes of bright red fruit—cherries,... Read More

This fresh, lively red blend is 53% Valdiguie, a grape frequently confused with Gamay, while much of the remaining blend comes from a co-planted field with dozens of variety. Bright acidity, juicy raspberry, blackberry, and a... Read More

Affordable, sustainably-farmed Cali Pinot Noir from the top-notch people at Norton Ridge: medium body and ripe fruit characteristics bely the old world inspiration of this “Vin de France-inspired” Pinot Noir. Delicious,... Read More

Natural winemaker Matthew Rorick was inspired by the Jura to create this distinctly Sierra Foothills expression of Trosseau Noir—no new oak, no additions or subtractions during winemaking, just hints of fresh wild strawberry,... Read More

This approachable Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from desirable parcels from Anderson Valley to Lodi. Ripe dark fruit—plum, blackcurrant—is balanced out by a distinct green note, subdued oak, and a well-structured finish.... Read More

This Bordeaux-inspired blend offers characteristically New World ripeness & richness, with jammy, dark fruit flavors and hints of chocolate and spice provided by aging in new oak barrels. Dense, bold, and powerful!... Read More

Most commonly found in Champagne, Meunier is in fact a red-skinned grape that can produce fresh, lively, & incredibly expressive red wines. Matthiasson’s is restrained in alcohol, with bright, juicy red fruit, floral undertones,... Read More

From a single vineyard spanning both Napa and Sonoma Counties, this is a richly textured, powerful Chardonnay that still offers bright acidity alongside notes of quince, Bosc pear, beeswax, marjoram, and toasted oak. The finish... Read More

Although much of Cole Ranch has been replanted to varieties from Jura & Savoie, some older, dry-farmed vines of Cabernet Sauvignon remain, which are used to make this Old World-inspired wine with dark fruit, pleasant earthiness,... Read More

Inspired by California’s pre-prohibition days, when workhorse varieties were blended instead of focusing on single, better-known varieties, Daniel Callan’s ‘red table wine’ offers vibrant, lively red &... Read More

Tensley's 'Joey Tensley' line strives to offer distinct expressions of classic varieties at an exceptional value. The 2017 Chardonnay is a luxurious example of the Central Coast terroir with layered aromas of lemon... Read More

This elegant & complex Chardonnay comes from two organically-farmed vineyard sites in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Fermented & aged in neutral French oak, it is a wonderfully textured wine with excellent acidity, plus hints of green... Read More

This bold, rich, ripe California Cabernet comes from two estate vineyards in Paso Robles and offers powerful aromas and flavors of black plum, cassis, and dark cherry with vanilla and spice from new oak and chewy tannins. Excellent!... Read More

From organically-farmed vineyards in Anderson Valley, this is California pinot with the elegance and balance of good Burgundy—vibrant acidity lifts generous but not overly ripe notes of red fruit, subtle spice, and gorgeous... Read More

This single-vineyard offering from Wentworth Vineyards is their take on a ’1er Cru’ bottling in the Burgundian tradition, built for a little extra development in the cellar compared to their entry-level wine. Complex... Read More