Wine & Spirits

Winemaker Notes Lemon yellow with greenish highlights, clean and bright. A pure sensation of fruit on the nose, ripe peach wrapped in citrus notes and a finish of ripe pear. On the palate, its enthralling acidity and great extract make a powerful impact upon entry. It then bursts with an explosion of delicious fruit: peach, attractive citrus notes and a lovely silkiness. The characteristic saline note of great wines made with this variety, which makes them so good with food, makes a clear appearance on the finish. A very seductive wine. The clean flavors of Albariño are very versatile and partner well with typical local dishes such as Galician style octopus or scallops. It is ideal with white meats and vegetables or seafood, clams, oysters and oven-baked fish.

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Winemaker Notes On the nose, this Reserva shows great balance, with very ripe fruit appearing at first, followed by hints of freshness and noble oak. Sweet, aniseed-like notes appear in the background, leaving an intense and long-lasting flavor which is elegant, lively, and very pleasant on the palate. Balanced acidity and well-polished tannins give a very smooth mouth feel, with high quality oak on the finish.

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For more than 45 years, Pine Ridge Vineyards has been crafting acclaimed wines in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, just off the region’s renowned Silverado Trail. Their new Traveler’s Series goes beyond the trail and marries their decades-long experience producing authentic Cabernet Sauvignon with their intimate knowledge of the variety’s diverse terroir, putting them in a position to explore a new expression that honors theirDrawing upon their highly skilled winemaking team, Pine Ridge crafted this wine using up to seven premiere vineyards, with 47% coming from Solano County, 29% from Sonoma County, and 24% from their winery home in Napa County. After fermentation and 12 months ageing in 40% new oak, all the separate vineyard lots were meticulously blended with the aim to create a wine with layers of fruit, complexity, plush texture and approachable upon release.This inaugural release opens with inviting aromas of chocolate covered strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of blueberry and mocha. The palate is filled with juicy red fruits, such as pomegranate and raspberry, which become more pronounced as the wine opens up. The addition of baking spices adds depth and complexity alongside firm yet well-integrated tannins balanced by a lifted acidity that adds length to the intriguing finish.

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Winemaker Notes Wines from hillsides of Promontory reflect the many aspects of the territory: the native forests, the moisture of the ephemeral fog, and the minerality of the geologic underpinnings. These disparate facets in symphony provide a natural balance of freshness, energy, and tannin.

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Winemaker Notes In appearance, a pale green-hued yellow. Aromas of lime and exotic and white fruits with aniseed notes will burst forth from the glass. On the palate, this wine is ripe, rich and expressive with relatively low acidity. Expect citrus notes and a gingery , intense long finish with serious persistence. Pairs well with fish in a buttery sauce, seafood, and white meats especially veal.

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Winemaker Notes All of the grapes were grown at our estate vineyards, which are certified organic and Biodynamic. The result is an elegant wine with aromas of black cherries and licorice with a long finish. Full bodied with smooth tannins, it's the perfect partner with filet mignon, grilled steak or lamb chops.

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Dark beeteoot red. strong oak barrel. Leather and dark fruit. Juicy fruit taste, ending in an earthy aftertaste. Light with short finish. Had in Paris with Joe. --Roxy Green

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Grown on one of the oldest Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards in Napa Valley this elegant wine starts with complex aromas of brambly blackberry, rosehip, red currant, and blood orange followed by flavors of sweet cherry, blueberry, rosemary, and dry peat. The tannins are soft and round and velvety leading to a long luscious finish.

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From some of the best AVAs in Napa Valley, including St. Helena, Calistoga, Oakville, Stags Leap District, Atlas Peak and Carneros, comes this gorgeous, deep purple Cabernet packed with expressive aromas and flavors. Red cherry, raspberry and black cherry tangle with sage, spice and violets. A touch of toast and supple tannins carry through on the smooth finish.

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The 2019 Madrona Ranch is flat-out stunning. Bright and intensely delineated, the 2019 dazzles with its brilliance. Red-toned fruit, mint, blood orange, spice and rose petal lend vibrancy. Madrona Ranch, usually quite the bruiser, is incredibly refined and nuanced in 2019, but that also seems to be a recent trend here, especially compared with the wines of a decade ago. --Antonio Galloni

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Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is unique and distinctive with an unrivaled heritage of producing an outstanding wine each and every vintage. This diversified soil profile results in aromatic, rich and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, characterized by the unique earthy-berry flavor that is the Montelena Estate. The wine displays rich, natural, varietal fruit character, first and foremost, with finely balanced acid and tannin. Delicious and enjoyable now, and very age-worthy.  Vinous 94 Points- Bright ruby-red. Penetrating aromas of black cherry, dried flowers and brown spices. Not as silky as the 2004 through 2007 vintages but boasts noteworthy refinement and savory intensity, with fresh, harmonious acidity giving the wine good focus and finesse. Excellent depth here if not quite the flavor development of vintages like ’07 and ’04. Still, this conveys a thickness of texture and a faintly exotic quality and finishes with very suave tannins. The summer was rather cool but steady, and there was enough warmth in September to ensure ripe tannins without burning off needed acidity, noted Bo Barrett. A fairly elegantly styled Montelena Estate.

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