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WINEMAKING NOTES: Head-trained, dry farmed Zinfandel vines planted by early California pioneers have endured for generations, unwavering through a myriad of challenges and the test of time. Producing small, concentrated clusters of grapes, these vines demonstrate the reward for patience and determination. It is these noble vines that Bogle winemakers rely on to create our intriguing Old Vine Zinfandel. TASTING NOTES: Classic Zinfandel is typically characterized by spice, and this wine is no...

WINEMAKING NOTES: Ripe and juicy Merlot grapes are crushed, pressed and fermented to retain their vibrant freshness, then aged for twelve months in American oak, creating a well-balanced wine known for its soft, round and silky texture. TASTING NOTES: This richly-hued garnet beauty opens with aromatics of Bing cherries, sassafras, and hints of pipe tobacco. The smooth and supple red fruits on the entry give way to a plush velvety middle, while this approachable and appetizing wine finishes...

Notes: Phantom Chardonnay entices with its rich layers. Green apple and pear transform into spicy flavors of freshly baked apple pie, while barrel fermentation imparts a creamy, luscious mouthfeel.

A Hauntingly Delicious Wine:Phantom, the mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to haunt wine lovers. Full of concentration and intensity, this wine will tease, tantalize and linger long after the last sip is gone.

Winemaking Notes: Bogle winemakers have sourced fruit from the best growing regions in California for the varietal. The cool Russian River Valley and coastal Monterey hills both grow fruit of character and distinction. Complementing a core of premium Lodi fruit, the resulting wine is an elegant, classic Pinot Noir. Tasting Notes: Heady scents of ripe summer strawberries make a lovely first impression, while hints of crushed violets and sweet dried herbs resonate on the nose. Refined and...

WINEMAKING NOTES: Classic techniques, such as cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks and reductive winemaking, showcase the crisp and vibrant character of this Sauvignon Blanc. TASTING NOTES: A lively entry of boxwood and freshly cut grass greets the senses, while ripe, tropical passion fruit softens the mouthfeel. Just a touch of Pinot Grigio combines to create a playful midpalate, while flavors of quince and lime are mouthwatering, from first sip to refreshing finish. FOOD PAIRINGS: This...

TASTING NOTES: Medium rubyred, this wine opens with scents of currants and dried roses, grape pomace and fresh tilled soil. The nose is nuanced with toasty oak imparting a subtle smoked meat character. Flavors of blueberries and blackberries mix with the warmth of vanilla and toasted bread. Silky tannins and striking smoothness. Mouthwatering, lengthy finish trails off with the taste of unsweetened chocolate and cassis. BONANZA is a multi-vintage California Cabernet. Make no mistake – Bonanza...

NOTES FROM WINEMAKER JEFF CICHOCKI: Cabernet Sauvignon is known for creating wines of amazing density and complexity with both concentrated and nuanced flavors. In making Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon, I like to add to these layers of flavor by blending in small amounts of other red varietals to add color, texture, and a bit of spice. Varieties and vineyard lots are kept separate until the best lots are blended together to create the final wine. This Cabernet offers aromas of bright cherry,...

NOTES FROM WINEMAKER JEFF CICHOCKI: Our organic Chardonnay grapes o°er lively flavors of green apples, pears and citrus to our Chardonnay. We ferment 70% of the juice in a combination of French and American oak, then allow this portion to undergo malolactic fermentation to create a rich, creamy wine with just a touch of oak spice. The remaining 30% is fermented in stainless steel to preserve the fruit’s fresh, crisp flavors. We age most of the wine using previously used or neutral oak in order...

Notes:When not making “gorgeous” Zinfandels at a “one of the best value wineries in the entire world” (Parker), the winemaker behind Book of Shadows turns his hand to personal projects. To avoid upsetting his bosses, we’ve agreed not to name him – a small price to pay to get a hold of this exceptional Zin from the Golden State’s historic 2013 vintage. Bewitching aromas of black bramble berry greet the nose, supported by subtle clove, vanilla and violet. Splashes of Petite Sirah, Cabernet...

Brandlin is a Napa Valley estate that produces wine from a small, historic vineyard in the Mount Veeder appellation. Overlooking Napa Valley from its 1,200 foot perch, the estate is planted to 38 acres of Bordeaux varieties. ese sustainably farmed, low yielding vines produce intensely concentrated grapes, resulting in wines that eloquently express this rare and rugged mountain site. e wines pay homage to the Brandlin family, which began farming wine grapes on Mount Veeder in the 1870’s and...

NOSE: The nose expresses captivating aromas of mocha, ripe berries, violets, and blackcurrant with intertwining layers of subtle black pepper, toasted oak and rich vanilla. MOUTH: This beautifully crafted Cabernet Sauvignon enters the palate with layers of ripe blackberry and chocolate covered cherries. The round and luscious mouthfeel is accented by soft tannins and a hint of spice that weaves into a smooth, lingering finish. PAIRINGS: A classic pairing with hearty, delectable dishes such as...

Taste & Style: A rich and memorable Chardonnay with creamy notes of vanilla bean, almond and a touch of tropical fruit. Balanced acidity and savory oak lead to a long, smooth finish. Goes Well With... Creamy pastas, winter vegetables and shamelessly binge watching your favorite TV show. OAK TREATMENT: American and French oakFERMENTATION: Partial Malolactic FermentationALCOHOL: 13.5% ...

NOSE: This Pinot Noir is all about that juicy red fruit. Think cherries and raspberries with a touch of cassis. Delicate hints of cedar and bay leaf balance the sweetness of the fruit, creating an enduring bouquet. MOUTH: That luscious fruit bouquet continues onto the palate, where it’s joined by soft flavors of oak and savory notes. The rich mouth feel is complemented by a long and beautifully smooth finish. PAIRINGS: This Pinot Noir pairs lovingly with flavor-rich dishes like barbeque,...

Winemaker Notes: It can be argued that 2018 was the best quality year Paso Robles has ever experienced. The extra month of hang time (on average) allowed for some serious color and flavor development. This wine drinks great now but will only improve over the coming years. Tasting Notes: Pronounced aromas of blackberry, plum, cedar, and sexy toasted oak. A mélange of black fruits on the palate wrapped in a cherry pie filling core. Melting tannins leave the impression of bittersweet chocolate in...

Winemaker Notes: Grapes were tank fermented and left sur lees until the point we could take 25% of the blend down to oak. Both tank and oak portions were left sur lees with biweekly stirring to enhance richness and mouthfeel. Tasting Note: Light bright gold. Pear and nectarine aromas show good clarity and pick up smoky lees and toasted grain nuances with aeration. Ripe tropical flavors of mango and pineapple with a firm seam of acidity wrap around the tongue suspending flavors well into the...

Notes: Chaos Theory began as a one-off blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel that David created for our first participation in the annual Premiere Napa Valley trade auction. It made such a splash he went back to the cellar to dial in the details so we could make it a permanent part of our lineup. Over the years this proprietary red has become a shape-shifter, each vintage its own unique blend. Such is our journey through the world of wine — a constant adventure that reminds us year in and...

Wine Notes:Dusty chocolate and black cherry aromas layered with bright fruit notes and oak. Velvety and intense, leading to dark cherry and boysenberry notes. This is an elegantly structured wine with silkiness through the mid-palate and a persistent, juicy finish. Deep, coating tannins ensure that this wine will age beautifully in the cellar. A wonderful mineral note shines through the whole experience. Layered, complex, and lingering, a true wine drinking experience. Wonderful now, this wine...

Juicy California Cab: Look forward to an exuberant, black-fruit core, with ripe tannins and a lush, juicy mouthfeel. A tasty match for barbecue or hearty stews, this is also smooth enough to enjoy on its own.

Tasting Notes:The 2010 vintage on Howell Mountain was a bit cooler than average but still produced wines that are typical of the appellation. This wine has aromas of red cherries, strawberry, brambles, and rose petals. The wine is full bodied with solid structure and tannin and finishes with flavors of cranberry, strawberry jam, allspice, vanilla, clove, coco powder, toasted almonds, and chocolate wafers. - WineryVarietals:90% Cabernet Sauvignon10% MerlotVINEYARD NOTES:The CADE Howell Mountain...

VINEYARD NOTES:In 2015, 37% of the fruit came from our Oakville Estate Vineyard. We also worked with four other growers: Stanley Vineyard in Oak Knoll (16%), Berggruen in St. Helena (29%), Whiskey River Ranch from Pope Valley (11%), and Juliana Vineyard in Pope Valley (7%).FERMENTATION & AGING:Fermentation was carried out in a combination of stainless steel tanks and drums (71%), new French oak barrels (13%), new Acacia oak barrels (3%), neutral French oak barrels (11%), with the balance...

Vineyard notes: In 2020, 21% of the fruit came from our Estate vineyard in Oakville and 17% from the CADE 13th Vineyard on Howell Mountain. We also worked with four other properties: Stanley Vineyard and Shroff in Oak Knoll (30%), Berggruen in St. Helena (21%), and Juliana Vineyard in Pope Valley (11%). The grapes were harvested from August 14th through September 12th, 2020. Fermentation & aging: Fermentation was carried out in a combination of stainless-steel tanks and drums (81%), new French...

Tasting Notes:Our 2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon sports a beautifully fragrant, complex bouquet of ripe dark cherry and boysenberry fruit complemented by scents of cedar, olive, dried sage, dark chocolate and toasty oak. Rich and smooth on the palate with perfectly integrated tannins and balanced acidity, the wine’s sumptuous black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry flavors are superbly balanced and persist into a long, elegant finish with hints of chocolate, mineral and savory...

2018 Vintage: The 2018 growing season was a dream come true. Early spring rains replenished the soils, clusters ripened evenly over a long, slow summer with no heat spikes, and grapes reached full maturity right on time. Yields at harvest were abundant and of very high quality. Winemaking: We harvested grapes during the cool night hours to ensure the fruit retained freshness, purity, and natural acidity. Clusters were hand-sorted and destemmed, then whole berries were also hand-sorted. Partial...

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings: This blend of grapes comes from the benchlands of our vineyards in Oakville and Rutherford—including Hill Ranch, which surrounds the Rutherford home of Jack and Dolores Cakebread. Benchlands are the narrow regions that mark the transition from a valley’s floor to steeper mountain slopes. This geographic position offers distinctive soil profiles for good root development, as well as mountain shade that protects grapes from extreme conditions, allowing them to...

Tasting Notes: Our 2017 Benchland Select is a classic Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon expression of dark fruit, roundness, texture and a lingering finish. Aromas of dark blackberry, boysenberry and mocha lead onto the palate, where concentrated flavors of ripe blackberry and fig dance with firm tannins for a rich blackberry and dark chocolate finish. Pair with hearty stews, steaks on the grill, or fire-roasted vegetables. Enjoy now, or age for another 7 to 10 years. Vineyards: This blend of...

Benchland Select is a special blend of five clones of Cabernet Sauvignon from two superior vineyards in the gently sloping western benchlands of Rutherford and Oakville. These vineyards benefit from cool afternoon shade provided by the Mayacamas Mountains, allowing the grapes to mature at a slow, even pace, and gravelly loam soils affording excellent drainage. Each lot is gently destemmed and fermented separately in small stainless steel tanks designed to maximize color, flavor and tannin...

Our Napa Valley Chardonnay opens with aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach, and light oak. On the palate, apple and pear characteristics are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean, with appealing hints of apple and lemon intermingling with notes of minerality. This is a versatile pairing wine—we love it with grilled seafood and nearly any selection of cheeses. VINEYARDS & VINTAGE: The very first wine released from Cakebread Cellars nearly 50 years ago was our 1973 Napa Valley...

About This Wine: This wine opens with aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach, and notes of oak. On the palate, apple and pear characters are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean, with appealing mineral notes. This is a versatile food-pairing wine—we love it with fresh salads, grilled scallops, and nearly any selection of cheeses. — Stephanie Jacobs ** Only 1 in Stock **

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings: Our 2017 Vine Hill Ranch cabernet sauvignon is an intense, full-bodied wine with aromas of blackberry and boysenberry accented by notes of dark chocolate and stone. The deep, dark fruit extends over an opulent palate supported by a firm tannin structure, and then on into a dense, powerful finish. This wine is ready to enjoy now but will age very well for another decade in the bottle. We enjoy it with classic cabernet sauvignon pairings like lamb chops, short ribs...

Vineyards: At Cakebread Cellars we take great pride in our collection of estate vineyards throughout the Napa Valley. This wide array of vineyard sites results in beautiful, layered wines like the 2017 Merlot. These diverse vineyard sites range from the Suscol Springs Ranch in the cooler southeastern corner of the Napa Valley, to the nutrient-rich valley floor in Rutherford, and all the way up to warmer Calistoga, at the very northern end of the region. Suscol Springs, a rocky, well-drained...

Notes:This wine is crafted from blending several Northern California vineyard sites to create one comprehensive expression of elegant and opulant Pinot Noir.** Only 2 in Stock **

Notes: Chimera is one of my earliest wines, the name taken from Greek mythology... "a monster comprised of three different animals" as is depicted on the label. Originally blended from three vineyards back in 2001, I now have access to several excellent Russian River vineyard sources that boost its quality and value. Medium dark red to purple in color with a vibrant purple hue leads into perfumed aromas of dark berries, crème cherry and raspberry with a light vanilla oak note. Nicely...

The 2018 has selected fruit from Lodi, blended with Petite Sirah grapes to enhance the wine's color and structure. The grapes were cold soaked to encourage extraction of color and tannin from the fruit, fermented at warm temperatures, then aged on oak until Cabernet’s naturally firm tannins were softened and the wine structure was balanced. The finished wine has a round, plush mouthfeel and signature bold flavor. Notes:Big and bold in style, Carnivor Cabernet offers intense, dark fruit aromas...

Our Castle Rock Pinot Noir was produced from grapes grown in Northern California’s beautiful Mendocino County, where vineyards were first planted in the early 1860’s. Here, the headwaters of the Russian River carve a fertile and rugged landscape. The warm summers, cool springs, crisp falls and wet winters make ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir grapes, in a climate similar to that of the Burgundy region of France, where the grapes were first established. This elegant and medium-bodied...

Winemaker Notes:Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. We farm Cabernet grapes in eight of Napa’s 16 sub-appellations, with diversification enabling us to make the best possible wine in a given year. Our Cabernet offers layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis and ripe dark berries.

Caymus Special Selection is the flagship wine of the Wagner family and is comprised of the very best barrels of the vintage. This wine is not produced in difficult years. Caymus Napa Valley is more representative of a standard Cabernet of Napa Valley, as it is a bit less precocious than the Special Selection, but still delivers big. Caymus prides itself on producing wines that are as approachable in youth as well at maturity. Both the “Napa Valley” and “Special Selection” Cabernets are...

Notes: Sourced from premier California winegrowing regions, Conundrum Red features dark red varietals including Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is rich, complex and approachable. With lush flavors of cherries and baking chocolate, this wine has fine tannins that create a silky smoothness. Be daring and drink Conundrum Red chilled to enhance its fruit profile and enjoy it any time of year.

Notes: Blending wines was almost unthinkable when Conundrum White was born in 1989, launching a trend that continues to this day. With a loyal and ever-growing following, this wine remains as inventive as ever. While the exact blend is under wraps, every vintage includes Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscat Canelli, and Viognier. Conundrum White is amazingly versatile, with intriguing tropical notes and natural acidity. Best served chilled.

Our Gavilan wines take their name from Monterey County’s magnificent Gavilan Mountain Range. We harvest the grapes for our Gavilan Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Chalone appellation, which lies on one of the range’s wild, isolated mountain plateaus. Gavilán means “sparrow hawk” in Spanish; hawks, condors and mountain lions are among our vineyard’s wild residents. Our Gavilan wines show fruity, approachable character primarily from younger vines, while our cellar-worthy Chalone Estate wines...

Notes: Lush and refreshing, Chandon Blanc Demi-Sec balances soft sweetness and creamy smoothness with exotic fruitiness and crisp freshness. Robust with bright tropical, grapefruit and floral notes, try as a spritz over ice with a fresh sprig of mint or alongside spicy fare and even with desserts.

The Wine: The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon has been our flagship wine for more than three decades. It is a benchmark for the long-lived hillside wines of the Napa Valley; full of structure and aging potential, yet seductively forward in its concentrated varietal character. The dry, rocky soils of Pritchard Hill produce small, intensely flavorful grapes. Crop thinning allows for full, even ripening and elevates flavor complexity. Growing Season & Harvest: After five years of drought, the 2017...

THE WINE: Generations is a Bordeaux-style blend created to honor our family's past, present and future. The fruit is night-picked from our estate vineyards and aged in new French oak barrels. Aromas of berries and pomegranate dominate with notes of tobacco, bay leaf and dark chocolate. This wine is full-bodied with a firm, somewhat buttery texture; it entices with flavors of mixed berries, vanilla, and toasty oak. THE VINTAGE: The 2018 vintage featured near perfect growing conditions from...

THE WINE: Our 2019 Napa Valley Merlot has expressive aromas of baked cherry and blueberry followed by lovely hints of ground coffee, cream soda and charred rosemary. This medium-bodied wine delights with flavors of baked cherry, cola and brown sugar accented with hints of cinnamon and toasted caramel across the long soft finish. THE VINTAGE: The 2019 vintage was best characterized as a steady, even growing season, where our vineyard managers had the luxury of letting each estate’s crop...

THE WINE: Fruit for our Sauvignon Blanc, principally sourced from our historic St. Helena estate, was hand-picked in the cool of night to ensure it reached the winery in pristine condition. The freshly picked grapes were cold-soaked on the skins for 6-8 hours, before going to press, a process that enhances the fruit’s natural aromatics. The wine was cold fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks to further its wonderfully aromatic bouquet and delicate f lavor profile. This light to...

THE WINE: First produced in 1944, Vintage Selection is the ultimate expression of the Charles Krug portfolio, an elegant, artfully balanced wine what has stood the test of time.. Our 2016 release incorporates pristine fruit from three flagship vineyards: Voltz (39%) and Slinsen (32%) in Yountville and Cold Napa Valley’s 2016 Vintage was what some might call “typical”, with well-timed rain prior to and during the early growing season. The January rains left good moisture in the soil, bud-break...

2019 Cabernet Sauvignon: When making Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon we target vineyards sites with well-draining soils and good exposure. This helps us create a juicy, full-bodied wine. We age our Cabernet Sauvignon in French and Eastern European Oak for 18 months. Tasting Notes: Our 2019 Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of ripe blackberries, red currants, and dried herbs. The wine is full-bodied with flavors of baking spice and plush ripe fruit with a long, fine grained tannin finish....

2020 CHARDONNAY: When making Intercept Chardonnay we target bright acidity with a rich mid palate created by the extended sur lie aging. Our Chardonnay was brought in in the early morning hours and gently pressed. The juice ferments in barrels (a blend of French and Eastern European 25% new). The wine underwent malolactic fermentation and aged sur lie for 6 months. TASTING NOTES: 2020 Intercept Chardonnay is medium bodied with notes of ripe peaches, shortbread, and creamy lemon curd. Rich from...