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The United States is now the fourth largest producer of wine worldwide, with an abundance of grapevines planted in many wine regions, though Californian accounts for almost 90% of the countries output. In the late 1800s, the root louse phylloxera decimated many of the vineyards in Europe. It originated in the soils of North America where the vines are naturally resistant and was transferred to Europe on vine cuttings. In this case North America was both the cause of the problem, and the solution, in the form of resistant rootstock for grafting.
It wasn’t until 1973, when Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chardonnay from Château Montelana were judged to be the best in the world at the famous Paris Wine Show that the quality of the Californian wine industry was truly confirmed in the eyes of Europe.
Most all varieties are planted these days in the United States, from Syrah to Tempranillo, Pinot Noir to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Viognier and every blend in between. Key varieties are Californian Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Chardonnay. Cooler climates such as Oregon and Washington produce brilliant Pinot Noir. Even states previously considered too hot and arid for wine, like Arizona are being planted, with great results.
It wasn’t until 1973, when Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chardonnay from Château Montelana were judged to be the best in the world at the famous Paris Wine Show that the quality of the Californian wine industry was truly confirmed in the eyes of Europe.
Most all varieties are planted these days in the United States, from Syrah to Tempranillo, Pinot Noir to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Viognier and every blend in between. Key varieties are Californian Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Chardonnay. Cooler climates such as Oregon and Washington produce brilliant Pinot Noir. Even states previously considered too hot and arid for wine, like Arizona are being planted, with great results.
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Aromas of meyer lemon, gala apple, and subtle hints of oak are followed by flavors of white stone fruit, yellow plum, and honeydew melon. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and concentrated with juicy acidity that drives a lingering ... Learn MoreLa Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2019 375Ml$24.99 Per item -
Aromas of meyer lemon, gala apple, and subtle hints of oak are followed by flavors of white stone fruit, yellow plum, and honeydew melon. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and concentrated with juicy acidity that drives a lingering ... Learn MoreLa Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2018 375Ml$24.99 Per item -
The winery's original name, La Crema Vinera, means “best of the vine,” setting the standard since 1979. The family-owned and operated winery focuses exclusively on cool-climate appellations. Aromas of baked apple, brioche, and pineapple are followed by flavours of Asian pear, ... Learn MoreLa Crema Monterey Chardonnay 2019$33.00 Per item -
The 2018 Joel Gott Limited Release California Barrel-Aged Chardonnay has aromas of ripe pear and apple blossom with notes of honey. On the palate, the wine opens with bright fruit flavors, leading to a round mouthfeel on the mid-palate and crisp ... Learn MoreJoel Gott Barrel Aged Chardonnay 2018$35.99 Per item -
The Joel Gott 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of blackberry and black cherry with notes of clove, vanilla, and brown sugar. The wine opens with dark, concentrated fruit flavors, followed by velvety tannins on the mid-palate and notes of baking spices ... Learn MoreJoel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2018$35.99 Per item -
It’s JC’s Own but not really his own as it comes from the great guy/great vigneron Matt Rorick and his Rorick Heritage Vineyard in Sierra Nevada Foothills. The exchange program between Barossa and California continues between these ... Learn MoreJC's Own Sierra Nevada Foothills Mataro 2017$38.01 Per item -
Aromas of meyer lemon, gala apple, and subtle hints of oak are followed by flavors of white stone fruit, yellow plum, and honeydew melon. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and concentrated with juicy acidity that drives a lingering ... Learn MoreLa Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2019$54.99 Per item -
Aromas of red cherry, pomegranate, and sweet tobacco are followed by flavors of assorted berries, plum, and subtle toasted notes. This wine presents fine tannins and balanced acidity. "Our original name, La Crema Vinera, means “best of the vine,” setting ... Learn MoreLa Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2018$59.90 Per item -
The home of La Crema and heart of Sonoma County Wine Country, the Russian River Valley AVA is one of the premier wine growing regions in the world. One unique element of the area is the Pacific Ocean’s maritime ... Learn MoreLa Crema Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2019$64.99 Per item -
100% French oak (30% new) for nine months of ageing. Fresh aromas of boysenberry are supported by deeper tones of anise, espresso bean and earth. The palate expands into black cherry and dark chocolate flavors, rounded by cola and clove. Well-structured and ... Learn MoreLa Crema 'Russian River Valley' Pinot Noir 2019$75.00 Per item -
The Story I often get asked, what comes first with a wine? Is it the name, the label or the wine itself? It’s different for every wine and for this one, it was the name. I was driving, listening ... Learn MoreOrin Swift Mannequin California Chardonnay 2018$75.00 Per item -
The grapes were picked by hand in the cool of the morning before being gently sorted and destemmed. Once in the tank, they were cold soaked at 48 degree temperatures for a minimum of three days before being inoculated with selected ... Learn MoreLa Crema Willamette Pinot Noir 2019$78.00 Per item -
On the nose delicate notes of LYCHEE, CITRUS BLOSSOM, and toasted hazelnut followed by flavors of GRAVENSTEIN APPLE, Meyer lemon, and baked pear. On the palate it presents bright acidity and a long-refined finish. - JENNIFER WALSH, WINEMAKER At the ... Learn More -
Ridge Vineyards is a famed Californian wine producer founded in 1962, and based in the Santa Cruz Mountains, but with vineyards in several parts of the state. Its flagship wine, Monte Bello, is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend known for delivering ... Learn MoreRidge Vineyards Lytton Springs Zinfandel Blend 2015$94.00 Per item -
Ridge Vineyards is a famed Californian wine producer founded in 1962, and based in the Santa Cruz Mountains, but with vineyards in several parts of the state. Its flagship wine, Monte Bello, is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend known for delivering ... Learn MoreRidge Vineyards Geyserville (50th Vintage) 2015$94.00 Per item -
While being a classic, bold Howell Mountain wine, the wine also shows an elegance unusual for the varietal. Dense inky purple and blue in color. Aromas of coco, cumin, mulberry and baking spices mingle with wild berry compote. Full and ... Learn MoreRetro Cellars Elevation Petite Sirah 2012$105.00 Per item -
Producing an exceptional, dry style of Petite Sirah. This is one of the top examples we have ever come across. ... Learn MoreRetro Cellars Elevation Petite Sirah 2010$105.00 Per item -
The winery's original name, La Crema Vinera, means “best of the vine,” setting the standard since 1979. The family-owned and operated winery focuses exclusively on cool-climate appellations. The 2017 Sealift Vineyard Pinot Noir is crafted from the same vines used in the ... Learn MoreLa Crema Sealift Pinot Noir 2017$105.00 Per item -
Ridge Vineyards is a famed Californian wine producer founded in 1962, and based in the Santa Cruz Mountains, but with vineyards in several parts of the state. Its flagship wine, Monte Bello, is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend known for delivering ... Learn MoreRidge Vineyards East Bench Zinfandel 2015$115.01 Per item -
The grapes were sourced from our vineyards situated in the Santa Rosa Plain neighborhood of the Russian River Valley AVA. This neighborhood is slightly warmer than the westerly areas of the Russian River Valley. Daily summer fog moderates the summer ... Learn MoreLa Crema Fog Veil Vineyard Russian River Pinot Noir 2018$122.00 Per item -
A brilliant wine, Peay's 2017 Pinot Noir Estate Ama offers an explosion of sweet red/purplish berry fruit, floral notes and spice, all with a hint of blood orange-infused acidity that gives the wine vibrancy. The 2017 Ama is wonderfully bold and ... Learn MorePeay Ama Pinot Noir 2017$145.00 Per item -
One of the real surprises in this tasting, the 2017 Pinot Noir Estate Pomarium has really blossomed over the last year. The Ama possesses quite a bit more tannin and structure than the Ama, along with a darker flavor profile that ... Learn MorePeay Pomarium Pinot Noir 2017$145.00 Per item -
The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is powerful and opulent but maintains an underlying thread of pure finesse. Beguiling now, the 2016 will charm your cellar for years to come. ... Learn MoreMount Brave Cabernet Sauvignon 2016$184.00 Per item -
98% Malbec & 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. Mt. Brave Malbec opens with dark, ripe raspberry and huckleberry with spicy undertones. The sturdy structure reveals that this is a true mountain wine. Vineyard sites date back to a time just before the Civil War. One ... Learn MoreMt Brave Malbec 2014$184.00 Per item -
Stunning example of Californian Cabernet. The 'Rockfall" is a single vineyard, hand picked by winemaker Chris Jackson as the best part of the vineyard. Vibrant aromas of brambly blackberry, black currant, smoky tobacco leaf, and sage dominate, while underneath one ... Learn MoreStonestreet Rockfall Cabernet 2016$199.99 Per item -
Stonestreet Estate Vineyards stand on the western ridge of the Mayacamas Mountains towering over the Alexander Valley below. ... Learn MoreStonestreet 'Upper Barn' Chardonnay 2015$208.99 Per item -
Extend the life of your everyday wines with the Coravin® Pivot™ Wine Preservation System. Match your wine to your mood, dinner courses, or the weather. The ingenious combination of the Pivot Stopper and Device preserves the remaining bottle for up ... Learn MoreCoravin Pivot Wine Preservation System$235.00 Per item -
Perched on a ridge overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Fort Ross, Hirsch Vineyards is the birth ground of great pinot noir on the extreme Sonoma Coast. David Hirsch founded the vineyard in 1980 to grow fruit and make site-specific wine. From ... Learn MoreHirsch Vineyards 'Block 8' Pinot Noir 2019$260.00 Per item -
A raft of high scores from a number of major critics around the world. Fantastic example of rich and powerful Californian Cabernet. ... Learn MoreDunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet 2013$330.00 Per item -
The Coravin Model Two is Coravin’s most intuitive wine system. Protects your wine from oxidation using Coravin’s proprietary technology that leaves the cork in place while the wine flows. ... Learn MoreCoravin Unit Model 2 Elite Piano Black$465.00 Per item -
A blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc. Magnificent colour density featuring an impenetrable inky black heart and a near equally deep black dark red hue. Wafting out of the glass are potent ripe blackcurrant, black cherry, ... Learn MoreJoseph Phelps Insignia 2018$475.00 Per item -
Takes inspiration from the lauded reds France's Pauillac. 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec. On the nose sweet red and black fruits abound; red and black plum, ripe redcurrant and tart black cherry. Balancing the fruit are ... Learn MoreVerite 'La Joie' Cabernet Sauvignon 2011$475.00 Per item -
Delicate leafy nose with ripe fruit and smoky bacon. Sleek attack, a touch sweet but has intensity and enough acidity to cut the fruit. ... Learn MoreLittorai Wendling Block E Pinot Noir 2017 (1.5L)$495.00 Per item
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