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Apex pours a dark purple-black into the glass. Licorice, plumbs, wet stones, a... Apex pours a dark purple-black into the glass. Licorice, plumbs, wet stones, and blackberries lead the way, with smoked meat and wild blueberries framed by medium-firm tannins. Very full-bodied and super smooth. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon (40% Blue Dog... more

The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, wi... The wine displays a depth of complexity, purity of fruit and concentration, with wholly absorbing and intriguing flavors of wood smoke, boysenberry, vanilla, milk chocolate, and cherry cola, with sweet tannins that finish on notes of ripe raspberry and... more

A burgundy shade of red commence this wine. Aromas of black plum and black che... A burgundy shade of red commence this wine. Aromas of black plum and black cherry combine with graphite, milk chocolate, and black pepper with a subtle thread of vanilla from the toasted oak. This is a generous merlot with nice freshness on the palate... more

From its inviting cherry and black currant aromas to its hints of vanilla, sag... From its inviting cherry and black currant aromas to its hints of vanilla, sage, and clove, this wine displays lovely French oak-inspired layers of sweetness and spice. The lush, dark berry layers echo on the beautifully balanced palate, where elegant,... more

The 2019 Pursued by Bear Cabernet Sauvignon marks the 15th vintage of our flag... The 2019 Pursued by Bear Cabernet Sauvignon marks the 15th vintage of our flagship Cab. Dark berry aromas and flavors, along with undertones of plum and cassis, complement the wine’s elegant structure, impeccable balance, and fine tannins. A small... more

A deeply colored, layered wine with lush character, the 2019 Pirouette offers ... A deeply colored, layered wine with lush character, the 2019 Pirouette offers ripe, juicy plum aromas mingled with subtle notes of sweet spice and savory, dark fruit. Mouth-filling, wonderfully elegant, and powerful on the palate, with firm, refined... more

Wonderfully aromatic and expressive, the 2021 vintage opens with scents of swe... Wonderfully aromatic and expressive, the 2021 vintage opens with scents of sweet cassis, anise, blackberries, roasted coffee, blue herbs and barrel vanillin. On the palate, the tannins are firm, upfront and balanced throughout, with all pockets of the... more

Focusing first on the Cabernet fruit from their mineral-rich, volcanic soil si... Focusing first on the Cabernet fruit from their mineral-rich, volcanic soil sites nestled on the hillside slopes in the Alexander Valley. This vintage’s blend is uniquely crafted with delicate inclusions of Petit Verdot and Merlot, and a hint of... more

A standard-bearer for the Napa Valley. The fourteenth vintage of this Napa Val... A standard-bearer for the Napa Valley. The fourteenth vintage of this Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon combines thoughtfully selected hillside and valley floor vineyards. Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc... more

Blend: 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Cabernet Franc, 16% Petit Verdot Aromas of ... Blend: 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Cabernet Franc, 16% Petit Verdot Aromas of blackcurrants and blackberries with dried flowers, black olives, cocoa, cedar and wet earth. Its medium- to full-bodied, quite lean and smooth, with compact but supple... more

The 2019 Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep ruby color. Aromas o... The 2019 Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep ruby color. Aromas of black plum, blackberry, fig and ripe cherry, framed by toasted oak and caramel. A hint of dried herb and floral notes. The concentrated fruit flavors and integrated tannins... more

A.v.a. stands for American Viticulture Area and for Crocker & Starr it represe... A.v.a. stands for American Viticulture Area and for Crocker & Starr it represents the culmination of sustainable viticulture, the resurrection of their 1870's winery, and classic winemaking. Inspired by the great wines of the right bank of Bordeaux,... more

Deep ruby in color, this wine displays a gorgeous nose of dark ripe plum, coco... Deep ruby in color, this wine displays a gorgeous nose of dark ripe plum, cocoa powder, hot tamale candy, and sandalwood spice. Silky friendly tannins and medium body elegantly frame the fruit on the palate which lingers through the wine’s lengthy... more

Blend: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec, 2% Cab F... Blend: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec, 2% Cab Franc This wine vastly overdelivers on its price point—a rarity in its category and peers. Made from grapes throughout the appellation, the majority from St. Helena, it... more

The color is intense and beautiful, almost black with purple, reddish hues. Ar... The color is intense and beautiful, almost black with purple, reddish hues. Aromas of black cherry, cassis, piecrust, spice, and mint mingle and leap from the glass. The palate is full and concentrated with similar aromas but also featuring black... more

This wine is crafted to highlight the Merlot and Cab Franc from Champoux Viney... This wine is crafted to highlight the Merlot and Cab Franc from Champoux Vineyard that tend to get overlooked in comparison to the Cabernet Sauvignons. Blend: 58% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc A blend of 58% Merlot, 31% Cabernet... more

The 2021 Quartet wonderfully captures the vibrancy and depth of the 2021 vinta... The 2021 Quartet wonderfully captures the vibrancy and depth of the 2021 vintage, a year of very little rainfall and warm California summer days. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, and it exhibits the... more

This single-vineyard Bordeaux blend presents intense aromas of both black and ... This single-vineyard Bordeaux blend presents intense aromas of both black and red currants, classic peonies, and earth with subtle hints of graphite and mint. Flavors of mocha, nutmeg, and thyme are featured prominently on the elegantly structured... more

Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studeba... Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studebaker, Moroccan tile, throwing a basket of kalamatas off of a balcony, beef wellington with Gordon Ramsey, black silk robe, Esther Perel’s voice, blueberry gentleman of the... more

The rich dark purple color only hints at the intense, layered aromas in the gl... The rich dark purple color only hints at the intense, layered aromas in the glass. Scents of cassis, black cherry, boysenberry, cedar, dark chocolate, along with notes of toasty oak and vanilla are indicative of the concentration of this blend. While... more