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Crispness and admirable balance are the hallmarks of 2015 Aria di Caiarossa, a... Crispness and admirable balance are the hallmarks of 2015 Aria di Caiarossa, a blend of four noble varieties that mirrors the estate philosophy. This wine is notable for its spicy balsam, velvety texture, and dense, fine-grained tannins. Blend: 28%,... more

Two wines in one! Chill it down for a stylish light red then watch it evolve a... Two wines in one! Chill it down for a stylish light red then watch it evolve as it warms to develop a spicy edge and crunchy finish. This is a light and juicy Hawke's Bay blend of Pinot Noir, Malbec, and Merlot designed to be enjoyed lightly chilled.... more

This is a blend composed of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, made from grape... This is a blend composed of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, made from grapes from Gualtallary. Its 12-month ageing process in 500-liter French oak barrels provides it with structure, while its subsequent ageing in 3000-liter concrete amphoras gives... more

Very deep and concentrated in appearance. The Château Le Boscq terroir once a... Very deep and concentrated in appearance. The Château Le Boscq terroir once again shines to perfection through this vintage. The intense bouquet, unleashing ripe, fresh black berry fruits, develops toasty, slightly charred notes and aromas of precious... more

Very intense ruby red, warm, captivating and spicy, with hints of toasted wood... Very intense ruby red, warm, captivating and spicy, with hints of toasted wood. On the palate it is tasty, with notes of black pepper, dried fruit (apricot), well balanced, but full-bodied and long. Blend: 33% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33%... more

Homestead Red Blend celebrates winemaking in Northern Sonoma County’s Alexan... Homestead Red Blend celebrates winemaking in Northern Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley. The 2019 is a blend of six of their favorite grapes. Each varietal adds complexity and dimension to this well balanced wine. Winemaker Kevin Hall anchored the... more

A fine expression of the power and elegance of this great Bordeaux appellation... A fine expression of the power and elegance of this great Bordeaux appellation. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, aged for 12 months in oak barrels result in a complex and well-structured wine with toasty and spicy notes. A wine that will... more

One of the triumphs of the very good 2022 vintage, this is one of the winemake... One of the triumphs of the very good 2022 vintage, this is one of the winemaker's favorite Bedrock Heritage wines made to date. Alas, due to a rough late frost, they also have less of it than normal. This wine always ages beautifully on the back of its... more

Deep red tending to garnet. Its aroma is intense, complex, redolent of wild be... Deep red tending to garnet. Its aroma is intense, complex, redolent of wild berries, and with a spicy touch. Excellently structured, it fascinates with its round and silky taste with creamy tannins and a delicious finish. Blend: 60% Merlot, 20%... more

The terroir shows in this clean, mineral driven red wine. It displays a spicy ... The terroir shows in this clean, mineral driven red wine. It displays a spicy and fresh nose with notes of blackcurrant and red fruits. Blend: 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc more

#11 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2022 Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% C... #11 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2022 Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich plum colour. This takes its time to open, is pretty subtle at first, but then explodes in juicy fruit. Clear salinity where you can feel the slate... more

Malbec, Cabernet and Merlot come together perfectly in this stimulating, compl... Malbec, Cabernet and Merlot come together perfectly in this stimulating, complex and structured wine, better expressing the complex and rich terroir with spicy and red-fruit aromas. Freshness, structure, persistence — this is a wine that preserves... more

Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon The Barrel Sample... Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon The Barrel Sample for this wine is above 14% Abv. Plum, mushroom and bark aromas with some wet earth. It’s medium-to full- bodied with round, medium-chewy tannins that are polished and... more

The specific terroir gives Château L'Eden a particularly spicy aroma that con... The specific terroir gives Château L'Eden a particularly spicy aroma that continues on the palate with spicy freshness and lifted red and dark fruits says Fabian. The gentle extraction of pigéage results in a fresher style of Médoc that allows for... more

Their tribute to youth, tenacity, love and Grenache. The wine, from plots in F... Their tribute to youth, tenacity, love and Grenache. The wine, from plots in Falset, exhibits delicious fruit and is aged in a combination of barrels and clay amphorae to maintain an extraordinary freshness and purity. Blend: 70% Garnatxa, 20% Sira,... more

The 2018 vintage is 56% Cabernet Franc and 44% Merlot, and would certainly sta... The 2018 vintage is 56% Cabernet Franc and 44% Merlot, and would certainly stand with the best of the twenty-one previous vintages. Effusively aromatic, the wine is packed with notes of red raspberry, nutmeg, cumin, licorice, and slow-toasted oak. It... more

Blend: 3% Cabernet Franc, 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot Moving to the Gra... Blend: 3% Cabernet Franc, 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot Moving to the Grand Vin, the 2022 Château Smith Haut Lafitte checks in as 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot. This ripe, powerful, concentrated... more

2019 Winemaker’s Cuvée is a testament to an exceptional vintage for Bordeau... 2019 Winemaker’s Cuvée is a testament to an exceptional vintage for Bordeauxgrapes and our incredible vineyards in the Alexander Valley. A strong base of 80%Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot is complemented by small amounts of Cabernet Franc and... more

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite t... Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so today with its purity and precision. It's really... more

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite t... Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so today with its purity and precision. It's really... more