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"Blackberry, currant and plum lead to seductive flavors of cedar box and summe... "Blackberry, currant and plum lead to seductive flavors of cedar box and summer savory. The tannins are mouthfilling and luxurious in the way that only mountain fruit can achieve. The balance is precise, offering enough tension to intrigue the... more

"One Point Five is Shafer's signature Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the timel... "One Point Five is Shafer's signature Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the timeless elegance of top Napa Valley vineyards. This wine honors the founding partnership of John and Doug Shafer, who said they'd worked together so long theirs wasn't a... more

"This fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas... "This fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas of blackberry, mulberry, cassis, and violet. On the palate, bright flavors of cranberry, red plum, cherry, and lavender are intertwined with supple tannins, balanced... more

"The 2021 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon shows notes of plum, b... "The 2021 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon shows notes of plum, blackberry, licorice, chocolate, violet, and warm spice. Dark plum and black fruit carry through to the palate. Fresh and lively withplush tannins and a polished structure.... more

"#5 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2024 Deep red with purple hue. This Cabernet is ... "#5 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2024 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... more

"Opulent floral top notes carry you into an opaque purple core, imparting arom... "Opulent floral top notes carry you into an opaque purple core, imparting aromas of black currants, dark red cherry coulis, cigar box, and allspice berries. Powerful yet soft tannins are balanced with a delightful freshness of acidity. The palate is... more

"Aromas are an appealing mix of black currant, blackberry, leather,bramble, pl... "Aromas are an appealing mix of black currant, blackberry, leather,bramble, plum, coee, anise, clove, toast and dry flowers. Integratedand chewy tannins up front turn firm and dusty on the mid-palate,accentuated by flavors of plum, cassis, leather,... more

"The 2022 Sonoma County Merlot is velvety soft with notes of sweet black cherr... "The 2022 Sonoma County Merlot is velvety soft with notes of sweet black cherry, boysenberry compote and cassis. Medium bodied with lush tannins, this wine boasts toasty oak and spice on the mid-palate punctuated by a full and lively finish. These... more

"Located on the southern end of the Rutherford Bench, Sycamore vineyard’s prox... "Located on the southern end of the Rutherford Bench, Sycamore vineyard’s proximity to the Mayacamas mountains provides the perfect climate for growing a rich, textured Cabernet. The wine is deep garnet in color with aromas reminiscent of black... more

"Violets and toasted baking spice open on the nose of this 2022 Faust Napa Val... "Violets and toasted baking spice open on the nose of this 2022 Faust Napa Valley, with savory layers of slate and cedar joining in the background. Concentrated, perfectly ripe black cherry is spiced with the wine's signature star anise and framed... more

"The 2019 edition of Affinity is dark black with pure cassis and espresso bean... "The 2019 edition of Affinity is dark black with pure cassis and espresso bean coming through the wine, which remains supple despite the high tannin count. The additional Bordeaux varieties help the Cabernet to unlock and show itself fully. As... more

"The 2020 vintage opens with enticing aromas of dark plum, cocoa nib, and fres... "The 2020 vintage opens with enticing aromas of dark plum, cocoa nib, and fresh earth, laced with a subtle note of dried herbs. The soft and supple palate features concentrated dark fruits, and a savory umami character with round, lengthy tannin on... more

"Concentrated aromas of blackberries and black cherries with an inviting hint ... "Concentrated aromas of blackberries and black cherries with an inviting hint of cedar. The wine’s silky palate is long and expansive, boasting a beautiful balance of black fruit and fine tannin structure. Its finish is lively, lingering and laced... more

"The 2019 vintage opens with terroir-driven aromatics of crème de cassis, blac... "The 2019 vintage opens with terroir-driven aromatics of crème de cassis, black cherry, baked plum and all-spice. These aromas carry through to a palate that is well structured and full-bodied, with youthful yet firm tannins. A long echoing finish... more

"This fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas... "This fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas of blackberry, mulberry, cassis, and violet. On the palate, bright flavors of cranberry, red plum, cherry, and lavender are intertwined with supple tannins, balanced... more

"The 2021 vintage started with just a little rain in winter and spring, follow... "The 2021 vintage started with just a little rain in winter and spring, followed by a moderate summer and cooler fall. The absence of heat spikes and moisture as the clusters finished ripening meant we could pick exactly when we felt the fruit was... more

"The 2021 season began with very little rain, and spring and summer were mild.... "The 2021 season began with very little rain, and spring and summer were mild. Interestingly, because the heavy wildfire smoke during 2020 decreased the vineyards’ exposure to sunlight, the vines were set up to give us lower yields in the new... more

"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from Calculated Risk shows a bright and deep red ... "The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from Calculated Risk shows a bright and deep red ruby color in the glass. The nose is intense with graphite, mocha with dense black and blueberry fruits. It is an elegant and full body wine that has a soft and balanced... more

"There is an effortlessness and ease to the 2021 Poetry that springs from the ... "There is an effortlessness and ease to the 2021 Poetry that springs from the continuity and familiarity of its caretakers and the experience of the vines themselves as their roots dig deep into the shallow unforgiving terraces of rock and rhyolitic... more

"The 2021 holds many stories, including joyfully mild weather, small yields of... "The 2021 holds many stories, including joyfully mild weather, small yields of phenomenal fruit, and the histories of 14 vineyards. It also has its own narrative of bright fruit driven by a core of blueberry, cassis, dark chocolate-covered espresso... more