Crafted from fruit grown in a small vineyard east of the town of Sonoma, fewer than 100 cases of this were produced. It shows very expressive, red-toned fruit recalling cherries and ripe cranberries. Quite ripe but not quite sweet, it is nicely balanced by spicy aromatic top notes and enough acidity and fine-grained tannins to make this very appealing to casual drinkers as well as the Pinot cognoscenti.
A vibrant blend of Petite Sirah, Merlot, Zinfandel, and Petit Verdot. Pomegranate, red apple, bramble, and cinnamon spice season this extroverted red. The delicious mélange is sewn together in well-structured harmony.
Black cherry takes hold of the palate, while red tea, cassis, and cinnamon-sandalwood release a juicy stream. A bright, seamless beauty, generous and approachable in its youth.
A stunning lesson in subtlety from Rutherford. Pale straw yellow color with a slight green tinge, youthful, vibrant, fresh, with excellent purity. Layered notes of citrus rind, passion fruit, lychee, and basil, augmented by a slight tropical note. Plenty of volume on the palate while maintaining excellent balance with lifted acidity to keep it lively. Entirely from stainless steel. A highly inviting, refined, elegant style.
Made with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, this wine is from Alentejano, which is known as “land of the cork.” A mix of earth, spice, and black fruit aromas such as black currant, raisin, licorice, coffee, vanilla, and tobacco are savory. On the palate, the taste of black fruit – especially cassis — is predominant, along with hints of clove, green pepper, mint, cocoa, and caramel. This full-bodied wine has a rich mouthfeel.
Melted dark chocolate and black cherry leave a coating on the tongue, with a touch of sweet oak. Coffee bean, licorice, and blackberry surface and stretch to the satin-lined finish.
Searing acidity and a lean mineral base format an old-word style white. Prickly pear, lime sorbet, and a whisper of white flowers create a pizzazz-worthy contender.
A pinch of salinity ramps up Key lime to an electric spark on the palate. Crystal clean notes of pear and honeydew maintain a fruity tone. Vibrant, with sweet basil lighting up the finish.