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A deep, glowing dark red, with refined and evolved aromas recalling sticky bla... A deep, glowing dark red, with refined and evolved aromas recalling sticky blackberry, tobacco, spices, liquorice and chocolate. Opulent and elegant in the mouth, rich in silky tannins, well integrated in the taste, inspiring a rich and persistent... more

Black and red currant emerge in the nose as hints of sweet, dry basil and blac... Black and red currant emerge in the nose as hints of sweet, dry basil and black pepper cavort their way upwards. Herbal hues of cassis bud and thyme frame the flavors of dark chocolate, rich cherry, and sweet earth. In the background, complex strokes... more

Deep ruby/purple core with a black secondary color, and lighter toward the rim... Deep ruby/purple core with a black secondary color, and lighter toward the rim with moderate plus viscosity and slow-forming, moderately stained tears. Very aromatic and complex with ripe black cherry and cassis fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, and licorice... 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 blend of small Merlot blocks at our Mayacamas and Rutherford estate vineyard... A blend of small Merlot blocks at our Mayacamas and Rutherford estate vineyards showcases the pleasant synergy of mountain and valley floor fruit. The 2018 opens with aromas of Bing cherry, cranberry and pomegranate with the slightest hints of vanilla... more

This is a wine that has a broad brush of tannins that give energy and subtle t... This is a wine that has a broad brush of tannins that give energy and subtle texture to the palate. Beautiful blue fruit and terracotta. Really fine-grained tannins. Beautiful, sweet fruit at the finish. One of the best I have had from here. Really... more

Presenting a ruby red color, this wine has a wide range of aroma of ripe fruit... Presenting a ruby red color, this wine has a wide range of aroma of ripe fruit compote, toast, and leather. Fine, complex, and attractive with a great balance. Silky and pleasant in the mouth with a bit of spice detected in the finish. Serve with red... more

Dense, garnet-flecked ruby. Releases a rich medley of red currant, sweet spice... Dense, garnet-flecked ruby. Releases a rich medley of red currant, sweet spice, and pungent underbrush. Warm and rich in the mouth, with expressive tannins and smooth hints of vanilla. Perfect with grills and roasts, particularly game and lamb, and... more

Crown Point's Relevant offers a delightful olfactory experience of ripe blackb... Crown Point's Relevant offers a delightful olfactory experience of ripe blackberry, currant, and plum aromas artfully blended with sweet tobacco, oak, and vanilla notes. On the palate, the flavors of black fruit, cocoa, and toasted oak meld together... 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

The touchstone of the Textbook portfolio, restraint over power was the goal wh... The touchstone of the Textbook portfolio, restraint over power was the goal while crafting Oakville Mise en Place Cabernet Sauvignon. Incredibly rich color, it showcases aromas of black currants, juicy plums, dark chocolate and baking spices. Palate... more

The 2020 Estate Merlot is ripe and lifted, with mulberry and kirsch, violets, ... The 2020 Estate Merlot is ripe and lifted, with mulberry and kirsch, violets, graphite, sage brush, and forest floor. The addition of Petit Verdot this year really amplifies the aromatics. Rich fruit is balanced by textbook supple mountain tannins, our... more

The 2021 Plump Jack Merlot is complex and layered. The nose leads with cherry,... The 2021 Plump Jack Merlot is complex and layered. The nose leads with cherry, raspberry, and boysenberry, followed by sweet earth and dried herbs. The oak barrels bring depth to the nose by infusing notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, pie crust, vanilla,... more

Lively ruby color with notes of blackberries, cacao, and roasted almond. Balan... Lively ruby color with notes of blackberries, cacao, and roasted almond. Balanced and harmonious on the palate with an excellent structure. Blend: 40% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot A blend of 70% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and... more

Rich cassis and mulberry with cedar and tobacco reveal Cabernet as the backbon... Rich cassis and mulberry with cedar and tobacco reveal Cabernet as the backbone to the blend, after which fresh red and black cherry with black pepper spice show the Syrah component. Intense fruit flavors are layered with mocha, Christmas cake,... more

The enveloping color of black cherries, this wine unfolds with an array of sce... The enveloping color of black cherries, this wine unfolds with an array of scents that are both savory and lush—sweet spice and rosemary are layered onto ripe cherries and dried apricot. Earthy notes of tree bark on a dewy morning mingle with a homey... more

Dark fruit with hints of blackberry cobbler, graphite, and sandalwood. Mostly ... Dark fruit with hints of blackberry cobbler, graphite, and sandalwood. Mostly grown on warmer sites of the Walla Walla Valley including our estate, Bob Healy Vineyard. Beautiful tannins that are lush and have a strong core that broadens out last minute... more

A full-bodied wine of intense red fruit flavor and and elegantly supple textur... A full-bodied wine of intense red fruit flavor and and elegantly supple texture supported by ripe, silky tannins. The Merlot in the blend is expressed in sweet black fruit with overall aromas of ripe, concentrated berries offset by restrained spicy oak... more

The 2021 Sailors Grave is a classic Napa Cabernet, showcasing aromas of red an... The 2021 Sailors Grave is a classic Napa Cabernet, showcasing aromas of red and black currant, graphite, and sweet pipe tobacco. In the mouth, the wine exhibits luscious and layered flavors of juicy blackberry, ripe Bing cherries, and freshly ground... more

The fruit for the 'Counterpoint' bottling comes from Laurel Glen Vineyard, whi... The fruit for the 'Counterpoint' bottling comes from Laurel Glen Vineyard, which is 14 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon planted in 1968, Ccof Certified Organic and Pickberry Vineyard, which is 30 acres of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit... more