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Unconstrained by tradition or viticultural regulation California winemakers en... Unconstrained by tradition or viticultural regulation California winemakers enjoy a freedom that has resulted in a remarkable range of world-class wines. Beautifully illustrated with original photographs and detailed color maps this guide introduces... more

California is the nation s great vineyard supplying grapes for most of the win... California is the nation s great vineyard supplying grapes for most of the wine produced in the United States. The state is home to more than 700 wineries and California s premier wines are recognized throughout the world. But until now there has... more

Lush opulent pinot noir; rich robust zinfandel; fruity full-bodied Chardonnay-... Lush opulent pinot noir; rich robust zinfandel; fruity full-bodied Chardonnay--you can sample them all in California s Napa and Sonoma Valleys which together comprise one of the world s premier wine regions. Completely up-to-date Frommer s Portable... more

"Certified organic vines planted in the 1920s in white mineral-rich rocky soil... "Certified organic vines planted in the 1920s in white mineral-rich rocky soils. An outright exuberant nose of ripe red raspberry, fruit leather, and high-toned spice. Bright and energetic on the palate with pure, sweet red fruits and holiday... more

"Full-bodied, yet graceful and smooth on the palate, this wine is characterize... "Full-bodied, yet graceful and smooth on the palate, this wine is characterized by black, brambly fruit, pepper and warm spices." more

"Showing off a light-absorbing, inky-purple color in the glass, Soul of Mendoc... "Showing off a light-absorbing, inky-purple color in the glass, Soul of Mendocino is redolent with aromas of black plum and savory herb, which follow on to a dense, bramble-berry palate edged with subtle spice. The opulent fruit characters are... more

"This wine has great color, with a dark purple and red hue. There are spicy, e... "This wine has great color, with a dark purple and red hue. There are spicy, earthy aromas of dark fruits, black cherry, black pepper, plum, and strawberry. The 2020 Zinfandel is a spicy wine with rich earthy flavors of black and red cherry, plum,... more

"With a deep purple hue, sweet aromas leap from the glass with strawberry jam,... "With a deep purple hue, sweet aromas leap from the glass with strawberry jam, jelly doughnuts and confectioners sugar underscored by notes of allspice. Fruit forward and mouthwatering, the palate boasts juicy flavors of ripe blackberry and... more

"This wine invites you in with layered aromatics of black plum, dried fig, cla... "This wine invites you in with layered aromatics of black plum, dried fig, clay earth, garrigue and cardamom spice. Seghesio Old Vine Zinfandel opens with a luscious mouth filling entry reminiscent of chocolate cherry cordial and leads into a juicy,... more

"Dark briary fruit of mulberry, white pepper, cigar box, ripe strawberry, gril... "Dark briary fruit of mulberry, white pepper, cigar box, ripe strawberry, grilled steak, spicey, cherry tobacco, sage, and plum lead to an extractive fleshy structure with firm tannin and a balanced long lingering finish. This wine is dense,... more

"The Dry Creek Valley is an undiscovered gem, producing some of the finest Cab... "The Dry Creek Valley is an undiscovered gem, producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in California. Primarily known for Zinfandel, the valley has almost as much Cabernet Sauvignon planted. This lush and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon initially... more

"To naturally soften tannins and enhance varietal complexity, Winemaker Tony C... "To naturally soften tannins and enhance varietal complexity, Winemaker Tony Coltrin allowed the grapes to undergo extended maceration. He then pressed the wine and transferred it to French oak barrels (45% new oak) to undergo a long malolactic... more

"Garnet-red color with aromas of tropical fruits, ripe plum, strawberries, and... "Garnet-red color with aromas of tropical fruits, ripe plum, strawberries, and toasted oak. Saturating cherry and fresh acidity on entry. Medium body, bramble fruit, exotic spices, and underlying dusty gravel notes. The finish shows minerality and... more

"Opaque Earth Elements wines are unapologetic in their flavor profiles. The wo... "Opaque Earth Elements wines are unapologetic in their flavor profiles. The word ‘opaque’ means “impenetrable to light” and refers to the dark, inky color of our Zinfandel. For our 2020 Opaque Zinfandel, we ferment each vineyard lot separately to... more

"Bright aromas of ripe raspberry, vanilla, and coconut give way to flavors of ... "Bright aromas of ripe raspberry, vanilla, and coconut give way to flavors of fresh and dried blackberry, pomegranate, and vanilla, which linger harmoniously for a smooth and luscious finish. Blend: Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Sirah, Syrah,... more

"Zippy Bing cherry pie in a graham cracker crust, creamy Hershey’s milk chocol... "Zippy Bing cherry pie in a graham cracker crust, creamy Hershey’s milk chocolate and a bit of toasted marshmallow—not sweet but soft and round - balanced by juicy acidity, with a creamy caramello oak and a long cherry finish. S’mores with cherry... more

"Deep ruby in color with aromas of black cherry, dark plum, sarsaparilla, baki... "Deep ruby in color with aromas of black cherry, dark plum, sarsaparilla, baking spices, toasted oak, and lavender. A fresh entry with bold red cherry and raspberry flavors. Subtle tannins and natural acidity lead to a long and pleasant finish.... more

"The grapes were gently hand-harvested, de-stemmed and crushed, the Cabernet S... "The grapes were gently hand-harvested, de-stemmed and crushed, the Cabernet Sauvignonfermented in stainless steel tanks with an extended post-fermentation maceration. Malolacticfermentation with French oak, combined with 12 months aging (45% new... more

"The 2022 Mendocino County Zinfandel begins with concentrated aromas of baking... "The 2022 Mendocino County Zinfandel begins with concentrated aromas of baking spices, including; cinnamon and cloves. Those spices give way to aromas of blackberries, black currants, and dried sage. The texture is round, and the fruit expression is... more

"Vibrant ruby red in color, the 2022 Paul Dolan Zinfandel opens with enticing ... "Vibrant ruby red in color, the 2022 Paul Dolan Zinfandel opens with enticing aromas of strawberry preserve, fig, and vanilla, accented by spicier notes of nutmeg and cinnamon. On the palate, rich flavors of black cherry, red currant, and dark... more