Sometimes the most attractive attribute of a $30 Cabernet from the Napa Valley is the name of the appellation on the label, but this is an entirely credible specimen of the breed. It shows very appealing dark fruit aromas and flavors with just enough oak to enhance the wine’s complexity without seeming overly assertive.
Intense tannins flow with graphite, dried violets, licorice, mint, and espresso. Lingering flavors of charred oak keep the palate coated. A tribute to mountain fruit.
A tribute to former Christie’s auction house wine department founder and Master of Wine Michael Broadbent. Plush and confident, with a graceful charm, tethering cocoa, black cherry, cassis, and a thread of roasted coffee bean to the earth. Priced under $50, it offers an affordable luxury.
A tribute to wine industry legend Michael Broadbent. Succulent notes of jasmine, peach nectar, lemon meringue, and a hint of cinnamon. Silky and lithe.
Brambly notes of plum and vanilla, with ample acidity and a lingering finish.
Youthful and intense, with a minerality reflecting the region’s volcanic soils. Invigorating notes of ripe plum, dark cherry, and sage emphasize structure, texture, and backbone, without overwhelming the fruit.
This stainless-steel white is perky, fresh, and juicy, with lime chiffon, pineapple, and a glint of thyme. Peach pie rises up mid-palate. From vintners Adam Lee and Moret Brealynn Chavez.
Fresh and focused, with blueberries and cloves. Sweet tobacco, sandalwood, and black tea engage in a savory finish.