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This vineyard is outside of Sebastopol, in western Sonoma County (Northern edg... This vineyard is outside of Sebastopol, in western Sonoma County (Northern edge of the Petaluma Gap). Syrah is interplanted Viognier vines, planted just a few years ago. more

Aromas and flavors of smoked meat, white pepper, green olive and grapefruit, c... Aromas and flavors of smoked meat, white pepper, green olive and grapefruit, coupled with a silky texture and savory flavor. Co-fermented with 13% Viognier, the 2019 Syrah Sonoma Coast has intense aromas of red and black currants, game meats, green... more

As our first Santa Barbara County Syrah, we felt this wine is a stunning examp... As our first Santa Barbara County Syrah, we felt this wine is a stunning example of Syrah. Full bodied and refined with rich blueberry and dried fruits notes. The density, texture, and depth of this wine are a testament to the quality of the vineyards.... more

Quintessential Mc Laren Vale Shiraz, with the added alchemy of the co-fermente... Quintessential Mc Laren Vale Shiraz, with the added alchemy of the co-fermented Viognier skins this wine makes a statement. Bold, fragrant aromas and some peppery spice. The black Doris plum, mulberry and boysenberries are overlayed with a perfume of... more

Aromatically the wine is intriguingly savory, with notes of salted meat, and f... Aromatically the wine is intriguingly savory, with notes of salted meat, and fresh cracked pepper alongside the combination of red and blackberry fruits. On the palate, the wine is balanced with good acidity and well-integrated tannins, and a long,... more

As is typical of this Grenache from Larner, the color is inky purple, with a n... As is typical of this Grenache from Larner, the color is inky purple, with a nose of raspberries, burnt chocolate, and fennel. The mouth is full-bodied and light at the same time, with lots of energy. The 2018 Grenache Larner Vineyard has a medium... more

The 2021 Roasted Slope is a dead ringer for a high-end Cote-Rotie with aromas ... The 2021 Roasted Slope is a dead ringer for a high-end Cote-Rotie with aromas and flavors of black cherry, mixed berry pie, cocoa, toasty French Oak, roasted tomato, white flowers, honey, and peach. The aroma alone really takes you on a journey. The... more

The 2020 vintage offers extraordinary finesse, power, and intensity. Earthy no... The 2020 vintage offers extraordinary finesse, power, and intensity. Earthy notes of pepper, game and wild herbs underscore lovely blue fruit aromas on the nose. The muscular palate delivers spicy mixed berries and purple fruit, with charismatic... more

Located in the far southerly growing region of Altamira in La Consulta, the Ni... Located in the far southerly growing region of Altamira in La Consulta, the Nicasia vineyard is the only planting of the special Catena Selection of Malbec cuttings in this traditional area for Malbec. La Consulta was Nicolás Catena’s father... more

Dark red color with purple reflections. The nose is characterized by intense a... Dark red color with purple reflections. The nose is characterized by intense aromas of candied red fruits, black pepper, and thyme. A round palate with a present and balanced tannic structure. The finish is long with cherry notes Perfectly complements... more

Dark ruby red in color. The nose presents spices, red berries and delicate oak... Dark ruby red in color. The nose presents spices, red berries and delicate oak aromas. The wine opens with round, soft tannin that are followed by raspberry, blackberry and vanilla. Overall, the wine is balanced between scarcely perceptible acidity and... more

This vineyard includes three acres of Syrah and 1/3 acre of Viognier, and foll... This vineyard includes three acres of Syrah and 1/3 acre of Viognier, and follows the contour of what was once the Walla Walla River. There are 3,555 vines per acre, planted one vine per stake. This is one of those delightful wines where elevated... more

The 2019 Côte Rôtie La Mouline is a bigger, richer Côte Rôtie. Co-fermente... The 2019 Côte Rôtie La Mouline is a bigger, richer Côte Rôtie. Co-fermented with a solid chuck of Viognier and around 85% destemmed (the same as the La Turque), this full-bodied effort has a kaleidoscope-like bouquet of bloody black and blue... more

I was blown away by the 2019 Côte Rôtie La Turque, which comes from a tiny p... I was blown away by the 2019 Côte Rôtie La Turque, which comes from a tiny parcel in the Côte Brune and is fermented with a touch of Viognier as well as a small amount of stems. It too has a smoky, meaty, gamey profile as well as full-bodied... more