A tight, juicy red with chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors. Medium body, medium tannins and a savory finish. Shows some intensity and focus.

Ripe blackberry, cocoa, and mint on the nose. Brambly red fruit palate with a tannic grip finishes with notes of chapparel and licorice.

A spicy, complex nose loaded with wild aromas of lilac, black forest, dried herbs, tobacco and clove. Rich and supple in texture, the wine offers dark, juicy flavors of blackberry, spiced quince, licorice and tar, with savory elements of wet earth, smoked meats and raw hide. Soft, fleshy tannins combine with a crushed stone minerality to give the wine great energy and a long-lasting finish.

This wine has an intense, warm gold, color. Nose: sugary, sweet, bright fruit, flowers. Taste: very bright ripe tropical fruits, sweet spices and a touch of bitter herbs, minerals. Wine, soft, balanced, with a long taut finish.

This wine is like the Beaujolais of Italy!  Fresh, juicy and incredibly drinkable, with fresh berry and a hint of spice, but no residual sweetness.  Good as is or with a light chill.

This wine has a light intense yellow color with greenish hues. Strong fragrances of pineapple, apricot, white peach, and some citrus notes. Once on the palate the wine has a refreshing taste with balanced acidity and notable degree of minerality giving way to a lingering pleasant experience.

The Rafanelli family is now in its fourth generation of growing grapes and making wine in the Dry Creek Valley. This winery is small and family operated, and the focus has always been on quality over quantity. The winery consistently produces Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon that are among the finest in Sonoma County! Their 2012, from a excellent vintage in California, is beautiful from start to finish. Layers of raspberry and blackberry jam are accented by a touch of herb, caramelly oak and tannins that are ripe but firm.

A stylish expression; the elegantly lifted bouquet shows Gala apple, lemon peel, oatmeal and subtle spice aromas, followed by a succulent palate that is beautifully weighted and rounded. It is texturally appealing with lovely fruit vibrancy, leading to a lengthy engaging finish.

Three generations of a sustainable winegrowing family operate Nelson’s Middle-Earth. Their Pinot Meunier derived rosé is vibrant and off-dry in style, with ripe, juicy cherry and cranberry characters enriched by spicy notes. A bright, tangy mouthfeel is augmented with fresh acidity and a touch of sweetness.

On the nose, you get smoke and fresh plum aromas to lure you in. On the palate, you get lashings of black fruit, spice and some smokey notes. This wine spent some time in used oak barrels so has a little oak influence but mainly this has just softened the tannins. As a result, you get a lovely full bodied wine that is smooth and well balanced.

Nice dark-red in color, big blueberry-blackberry fruit, spicy-chocolatey oak, nicely focused acidity enhances mineral flavors, elegantly structured tannins for aging, super plush long finish!

Exotic nose of spicy pears and white peaches, almond paste/marzipan,   a touch of honeysuckle perfume.  Multi-dimensional (many layers),   a hard-to-describe range of aromatics, intriguing, almost mysterious!   In the mouth it is crisply dry yet creamy and round and full-bodied,   with nice almond paste on crisp-yet-juicy pear fruit.

From nearly 30-year-old vines planted at 1,700 feet, this very balanced wine begins with an excellent nose of citrus blossoms, lime rinds, salted cream and a touch of popcorn. The sharply focused palate rides a racy line of lime zest with flashes of tangerine and lemon and a creamy character on the edge, mouthwatering throughout the sip

True to previous vintages, this wine is dynamic and compelling, with a brilliant pale gold and platinum color. Delicate flavors of white peach, fresh lemon and honeysuckle are the frame for this crisp and refreshing cool climate white.

Very focused Key-lime aromas meet with strongly earthy, wet-clay scents on the nose of this wine that also offers a subtle minty kick. The palate is citrus-driven, with kumquat and tangerine flavors that give way to a warmer cream element before settling on a tense pink-grapefruit pith element.

A striking green-gold color gives this wine a pristine, youthful appearance. Exotic aromas of lime zest, fresh tropical fruits and honey dominate with subtle notes of toast and vanilla bean just under the surface. Effortless, refined and sleek on the entry, the palate is bright with just enough richness to provide gravitas and project the essence of ripe Chardonnay fruit. Citrus and fresh apple linger with a wisp of toast and honey on the dry, pure mouthwatering finish. This represents a renaissance in the promise of New World Chardonnay and pays homage to the Burgundian precedents in Chablis and Mersault.

Brimming with aromas of white peach, Meyer lemon and orange blossom, this wine envelops the palate with richly layered flavors of lemon meringue pie and apricot laced with minerality that lead to long viscous finish.The 2015 vintage saw weather fluctuations in the spring followed by a consistently warm summer producing a low yield of intense fruit harvested at optimal flavors. 

The wine shows vibrant acidity, fresh cut green apples and pears on the nose, and a weighty, creamy mid-palate. Exotic spices and a light, tropical note add to this  wines complexity. It should age well for another decade. Like anything else in life, The Enchantress is best enjoyed with friends.

Engaging aromas of lemon verbena, honeysuckle, Bosc pear and a hint of hazelnut are carried by the bright citrus notes of pink grapefruit, lime and Meyer lemon. With a creamy, yet light texture, flavors of tangerine, pink grapefruit, golden delicious apple, pear, thyme and a saline character linger on the palate through a long and bright finish.

Broad aromas of tangerine rind, tangerine blossom, wet dough and soft yellow melon make for a very pleasant start to this single-vineyard expression. The palate is framed by a powerfully stony grip, which provides a serious backbone to the approachable rounded flavors of ripe melon and creamy peach.

The translucently gold 2015 Salus Chardonnay is a model of balance and class that wonderfully showcases the interplay between the inherent concentration from the Rutherford location with the cut and verve that comes from the early picks and restricted malolactic fermentation. The nose conjures ripe lemons with hints of lime flesh and pomelo rind spiced by a faint dusting of powdered ginger and a distant rosemary sprig. Like a bobsled, the palate just glides… both weighty and sleek while riding a clean, crisp and refreshing edge.

On the nose, meyer lemon with hints of honeycomb and orange blossom with hints of oyster shell and wet stone with a kiss of struck flint. In the mouth it is rich with acidity and elegance. Textural with an everlasting finish.

Vibrant and inviting, this wine captures the essence of Chardonnay grown on the cool, windswept Central Coast. Aromas of jasmine, vanilla bean and passion fruit rise from the glass revealing this wine’s youthful charm. On the beautifully fruit-driven palate, layers of green apple, grapefruit and pineapple are framed by subtle oak and a refreshing acidity that carry the flavors to a bright, focused finish.

Produced entirely from estate-grown grapes, this tangy wine is scented with lemon verbena and offers flavors of green apple, melon and lime. They converge in a well-focused wine whose pleasantly tart, lightly green flavors finish with a light touch of butterscotch.

Tightly focused with a slightly mealy nose and nice citrus fruits. Tight citrus and pear fruit palate with apple and lemon characters. Linear and focused with lovely clean fruit and precise flavours. From the Elgin region.

Perfumed floral aromas and flavors of honeydew melon and honeysuckle are pure and elegant, with a zesty vibrancy and lively aftertaste.

The 2016 Chardonnay exhibits lemon oil, ripe grapefruit, Tahitian lime over wet stone.  Supple entry on the palate to a rich viscous, almost creamy mid palate with good grip, healthy acids and a nervy presence.  Intense flavors of pineapple, honeydew, melon and nectarine flow to a long and persistent finish.

Rich complex fruit aromatics with ruby grapefruit, key lime, and lemon oil to the fore, supported by wet slate, green apple, and white flowers. On the palate the entry is plush and broad with excellent viscosity and great acidity. Full flavored and rich the flavors are long and persistent on the finish. 

The 2016 Hartford Court Chardonnay Stone Cote has lovely scents of lemon meringue pie, white peaches, honeyed pears and baking bread with touches of beeswax and toasted almonds.  Medium to full-bodied, the palate sports wonderful harmony and a compelling creaminess to the texture with great freshness and a long peachy finish.

The 2016 Chardonnay Mosaic simply sings of honeyed peaches, apple pie and spiced pears with nuances of marzipan, ginger and nutmeg. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with stone fruit and spiced apple layers with a creamy texture and fantastic freshness, finishing on a lingering honeyed note.

Direct Quote by the Winemaker: Carousel, rich, sweet and spicy Luscious intrigue, sexy, smoky, expressive, exotic Damp earth and wild game bird   cool mountain slope Smooth, smoove, groove, crest, curl, furl, whirl, swirl Context, collaboration, concentration, celebration Lively, lovely, literate, laconic End of the night, it’s alright.

This appellation blend carries that aromatic hallmark of this winery's Chardonnays, with a streak of walnut oil that decorates the marmalade and toast tones. The palate is bright in acidity, giving energy to the flavors of walnut paste, dried orange peel and sun-dried honeysuckle.

Light in color with green and gold tints, this wine offers vegetale and grassy aromas as well as notes of pastry (brioche) and dried flowers. On the palate, it is rich and complex with lovely saltiness and light oak on the finish. A voluptuous wine.

A strong smoky, overtly spicy and buttery character overpowers fruitiness in this full-bodied, heavy-textured and full bodied wine.

A value-driven proposition that's been left unoaked, this wine is fully creamy and robust despite its lack of wood, shining in lemon and grapefruit flavor and a depth of texture. It finishes clean and crisp.

Complex aromas offering maple, kumquat, and warm spice. Rich and vibrant flavors entice the pallet. A bright entrance with notes of lemon curd and flakey pie crust with a core of citrus and green apple; all neatly tied together by a subtle minerality of wet stone. A zesty and lengthy finish with lingering ripeness.

The 2018 Bishop’s Peak Sauvignon Blanc is pale straw in appearance and exudes ripe aromas of pink grapefruit, lime zest and straw.  The palate is crisp, revealing notes of Guava, pineapple, lemon rind and apricot skin.  Perfect for summer alfresco dining, enjoy this refreshing Sauvignon Blanc with a frisee salad with grilled peaches, goat cheese, and champagne vinaigrette.  

Notes of pineapple, orange blossom, guava, pear, with a backsplash of citrus. The palate is driven by tropical and citrus fruits that adorn this well-structured wine.

On the nose, aromas of lemongrass, guava, and ruby red grapefruit.  On the palate are flavors of lemon zest, green apple and honeydew.

Seductive aromatics. Understated elegance, brilliant and beautiful. 100% Sauvignon Blanc, 1/3 Sauvignon Musque clone.

An unusual Marlborough Sauvignon.  Wild Yeast.  A quarter fas fermented in oak and the blend, from 2 vineyards includes 7% Semillon.  This wine is halfway between Marlborough and Leognan in Bordeaux.  Broad, tangy with some lanolin and lots of green notes.  Very juicy and refreshing but with much more depth than average.  Oak is far from obvious except for the extra texture.

Wonderfully elegant, with peach and ripe apple aromas, the mouth is remarkable for its elegant acidity, wrapped with a generous structure. A richly aristocratic wine.

Due to an extended aging on the lees, the Bel-Arme has the added depth and roundness for a bracing winter day. With a touch of creaminess following the crisp stone fruit, it’s a Mediterranean white in a cashmere sweater. Certified Organic.

Marvelous flowery bouquet of rose petals and tropical fruits.  Dry but supple, with intense fruit and body on the palate.  Perfectly balanced, offering hints of sweetness and spice on the finish.

Light yellow with gold tints. An elegant nose that is fruity with Arons of citrus and tropical fruit. Beautifully fresh, intense aromas that come from ripe Sauvignon Blanc. Good length and minerality.

The bouquet is very aromatic and exhumes perfumes of fruits and flowers. The attack is lively and fresh, combining citrus flavors and a smoky finish.
 

A lively, dry wine with ripe golden delicious apple flavours and a crisp refreshing character through to a deliciously vibrant finish. Ideal with Asian inspired fish dishes. Sustainably Farmed/ Vegan.

Aromas of fern, hawthorne, floral aromas, white fruits, grapefruit zest and peppery hints.The unctuous mouth has ripe fruit flavors.  The finish displays intermingling notes of citrus zest and minerals.

Toasted brioche and pastry cream notes are rich and smoky in this elegant Champagne, riding the refined mousse with flavors of white peach and candied kumquat. The spiced finish is ripe and balanced. 

A statuesque Champagne, firm and finely knit, with a beautiful array of baked white peach, almond biscotti, pastry cream and crystallized honey flavors riding the silky mousse. A rich and smoky note of toasted brioche echoes on the chiseled finish.