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95 points James Suckling: "A super lean, racy, mineral-driven wine, so fresh and linear and full of energy. Crisp green apples and lemon pith. Light-bodied and refreshing. At just 12% alcohol it's easy to sip and enjoy multiple glasses. Fermented in oak barrels with native yeast and native malolactic for a slightly smoother texture. Drink now. (JG)" (02/2025) 94 points Decanter: "The 2023 Ernest Sonoma Coast Chardonnay shows an outstanding balance of minerality, citrus, texture, and just a hint of reductiveness. The grapes come from the estate vineyard and different sections of the Ocean View Vineyard (old vines Clone 4 and younger plantings of Wente), right on the edge of Green Valley and the Sonoma Coast. On the nose, you'll get lemon zest, crunchy orchard fruit, and a touch of honeysuckle, leading into a mouthful of citrus peels, saline minerality, and delicate creaminess. The grapes were picked in mid-September - about a month later than 2022 - and spent nine months in barrique (25% new French oak, lightly toasted to add texture). The wine underwent full malolactic fermentation, with no bâtonnage, and was filtered for clarity. It's a precise coastal Chardonnay. Delicious. (ACQ)" (03/2025)

Ballard Canyon is an American Viticultural Area in Santa Barbara County, established in 2013 and located in the Santa Ynez Valley between Solvang and Los Olivos. The region's cool Pacific breezes provide diurnal temperature swings of up to 40 degrees, conditions that help shape its cool-climate Syrahs.

99 points James Suckling: "A fabulous wine of focus and polish with very fine tannins that caress your palate and give great length to the finish. Medium to full body. The aromas of violets and currants are so beautiful. Dreamy. Best ever? A blend of 92% cabernet sauvignon, 4% cabernet franc, 2% merlot, 1% malbec and 1% petit verdot." (11/2023) 97 points Decanter: "Winemaker Chris Carpenter says that his Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon from Mt. Veeder is intended to serve as a counterpoint to the La Jota Cabernet, which is from Howell Mountain, but that each wine showcases a softer expression of mountain Cabernet, and one that is poised for earlier drinking for collectors who stash bottles of the single vineyard Cabernet wines from Lokoya in their cellar. The soils atop Mt. Veeder are volcanic and sedimentary, and two sites provide the grapes for Mt. Brave. One is the Mt. Brave Vineyard, formerly Chateau Potelle Vineyard, and the site is above the fog line on the northern part of Mt. Veeder, where the soils are well-draining, and yields are generally two tons per acre in good vintages. The other is Veeder Peak Estate. Each site is about 24ha. This blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet France, 2% Merlot, 1% Malbec, and 1% Petit Verdot was aged 23 months in 80% new French oak. Super fragrant with black fruits, black cherry, and graphite minerality with violets and cherry liqueur undertones. Full-bodied with pronounced tannins that have a chalkiness about them, balanced by very soft and supple fruit that makes this wine so approachable in its youth. An extended finish is marked by blue fruit and pronounced garrigue, blue agave syrup, sage, and crushed cocao nibs. (JC)" (07/2024) 97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder is 92% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc. It's a classic Mountain Cabernet with full-bodied richness and ample, although velvety, tannins as well as pure cassis and currant-like fruits, gorgeous mid-palate depth and opulence on the palate, and beautiful complexity in its tobacco, graphite, and bouquet garni-like nuances. It's another remarkable wine from Carpenter that has some upfront accessibility today yet deserves 3-4 years in the cellar. It will have two decades of overall longevity, and as top Napa Cabernet Sauvignon goes, it's a terrific value." (12/2023) 95 points Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder includes 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot and 1% each Malbec and Petit Verdot. Cassis and blueberries are joined on the nose by hints of dried sage, bay leaf and cedary oak. Like the Cabernet Franc, it's full-bodied and silky, with drying tannins and mouthwatering ripeness on the long finish. Give it a couple of years in the cellar and drink it over the next couple of decades. (JC)" (07/2024) 94 points Wine Spectator: "This is deep and winey, with cassis, plum paste and linzer torte notes leading the way. Structured but succulent, offering singed apple wood, bay and cast iron accents that support the fruit through the long and focused finish. Very Veeder, with a touch of old school. (JM)" (11/2024)

A new release from the Anonymous Wine Collective - A Chardonnay from a truly world-class producer with decades of winemaking pedigree, and multiple 100-point wines from major critics. The power of Anonymous brings this wine to you at a fraction of the price you would typical pay for the same wine in the bottle. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

A VERY exciting addition to our Anonymous family, our first Zinfandel! And I couldn't be more excited about having a bottling sourced from the iconic and historic Pagani Ranch in Sonoma Valley! While we can't tell you who crafted this wine for us, the list of folks that can even get their hands on this revered, ancient vine fruit isn't very long, so you can probably take a pretty good guess. This stunning wine is 90% Zinfandel from the original 140-year-old block at Pagani Ranch planted in the 1880s. Then, completing the field blend are small amounts of 100-year-old Primitivo and Alicante Bouchet. The wine was aged for 20 months in a combination of French and American oak, 20% new, 80% seasoned. This wine is a perfect example of the ancient heritage vineyards found across California that are a truly unique and special part of our state's viticultural history. I'm so thrilled with this wine I can't wait to share it with you! (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

A simply spectacular sparkling wine from one of the country’s most renowned producers. This extended-tirage Brut spent an astounding seven years aging on the lees before being riddled and hand-disgorged, then finished with a modest 4 g/L dosage. The fruit comes from a handful of iconic Sonoma Coast vineyard sites that we’re unable to name due to strict non-disclosure agreements. Crafted by a winemaker with decades of experience, this wine bears the imprint of one of the most legendary and critically acclaimed names in the business. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

A small, hand-crafted lot, that I put together with a renowned 100-point winemaker. A complex and layered estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc from 30+ year-old vines in the heart of Oakville. Fermented and aged in various vessels to build texture and complexity. 60% was aged in seasoned 500L French Oak Puncheon, 30% Clay Amphorae, and 10% Concrete. Delicious now, but with cellaring potential for 5-8 years. A very special expression of Sauvignon Blanc that is true to its Oakville pedigree. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

98 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Another incredibly concentrated, focused, insanely impressive wine in the lineup is the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain, which offers a powerful nose of darker currants, scorched earth, graphite, and savory herb aromas and flavors. This full-bodied, dense, concentrated, powerful, inward beauty needs 4-6 years in the cellar but will age forever." (12/2023) 98 points Owen Bargreen: "The world-class 2021 La Jota Cabernet Sauvignon can benefit from a long decant. Once aroused this offers black currant cordial and creme de violette flavors that meld well with the stony accents, with touches of graphite and black cherry compote. The beautiful purple and black floral aromatics add to the enjoyment as this beauty could really use another year in the cellar prior to enjoying." (11/2024) 97 points James Suckling: "So much black currant, dark fruit, pine cone, bark and pine needle aromas that show a depth and intensity with round, polished and creamy tannins. Medium to full body, with a complex and gorgeously flavored finish. A blend of 82% cabernet sauvignon, 6.5% cabernet franc, 5% malbec, 4% merlot and 2.5% petit verdot. Give this three to four more years to come around." (11/2023) 97 points Decanter: "In 2021, with yields down 30-35%, the La Jota was very precise and focused, with saturated layers of extremely dark fruit nuanced by very expressive ironstone minerality and fresh garrigue. Full-bodied with robust, broad-shouldered tannins that are chocolaty. More of that iron minerality is layered throughout, and for all the fruit density here, there is a balance of freshness that is almost hard to imagine. So, don't imagine it; snap these up and see for yourself. (JC)" (07/2024) 97 points The Wine Independent: "The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon has 6.5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec, 4% Merlot, and 2.5% Petit Verdot in the blend. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs a lot of shaking to wake up scents of blackcurrant preserves, plum pudding, and mulberries giving way to a fragrant undercurrent of licorice, charcoal, violets, and menthol. The big, rich, full-bodied palate is completely packed with black fruit layers supported by very firm yet ripe grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long with a spicy kick. (LPB)" (04/2024) 95 points Wine Advocate: "A blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6.5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec, 4% Merlot and 2.5% Petit Verdot, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain delivers scents of cedar, pine, black cherries, blueberries and cassis. According to winemaker Chris Carpenter, the blend was necessary to ameliorate the tannins for the restaurant trade, a major market for the wine. It's medium to full-bodied, fresh, smooth and silky on the mid-palate, then firmer and more structured, with dusty tannins on the lingering finish. While it should age well for 20 years or more, I suspect much of it will be consumed on the young side, with a thick, well-marbled steak. (JC)" (07/2024)

94 points Vinous: "The 2022 Chardonnay Sierra Madre Vineyard is classy and elegant from start to finish. There's an element of translucence here that is captivating. Readers will find a super-classic Santa Maria Chardonnay done in a steely, brisk style that is quite appealing. (AG)" (07/2024) 92 points Wine Enthusiast: "White melon, crushed chalk and uplifting flower blossom aromas draw the nose into this single-vineyard expression. There's a wax-like grip to the palate, where coconut flesh and fluffy gardenia flavors are elegantly balanced. (MK)" (07/2025)

100 points Int'l Wine Review: "Another instant classic from winemaker Todd Alexander and Force Majeure this one the 2021 Red Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. A perfect combination of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot that spent about 22 months in 75% new French oak barrels. Phenomenal notes of crushed boysenberries, cassis, sweet baking spices, cracked peppercorn, wet stones, dried desert mountain sagebrush, and wet earth give this astonishing bottle of Cab what it needs for perfection. It doesn’t sit on the palate, it glides across it with crunchy tannins that are firm yet giving. Give this wine another year or so in the bottle before enjoying and then cellar it for 15-20 years. A little over 600 cases produced. Highly recommended and editor’s choice." 100 points Owen Bargreen: "The 2021 Force Majeure ‘Red Mountain’ Cabernet Sauvignon is a stunning wine that has otherworldly potential. This is a bit backwards right now but you can see the potential in this head-turning Cabernet. Loaded with dense blackberry, huckleberry sandalwood and sagebrush notes, with Turkish coffee, this is a massive, brooding Cabernet Sauvignon that will satisfy for decades to come. Give this another year or two in the bottle and this is going to blow your mind. Drink 2025-2050." 98 points Vinous: "The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Red Mountain Estate is a showstopper, opening with a mentholated freshness and mixing dried herbs, cedar shavings, black cherries and cloves. This impresses further with its poise and refinement, silken and pure, with crisp red berry fruits and tactile mineral tones. Rosy inner florals combine with autumnal spice and hints of licorice as the 2021 finishes long and tannic yet remarkably fresh. I would never guess this came from Red Mountain given how silky these tannins are. Wow. Todd Alexander is a master of his craft. (EG)" (10/2024) 97 points Wine Enthusiast: "My core belief that no wine can be perfect is seriously challenged by this otherworldly Cabernet Sauvignon. The saline aroma of driftwood transitions to crushed raspberry, mineral and graphite scents. Flavors of black cherry compote and black tea are counterpointed by the bitter bite of nettles. Leathery tannins and jangly acidity are equally matched. *Editors' Choice* (MA)" (05/2024) 97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Another gem, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Red Mountain Estate offers up a textbook Red Mountain profile with loads of savory red and black fruits as well as loamy earth, graphite, and a Pauillac-like lead pencil character. Full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful, like all great Cabernets from this terroir, the cellar is going to be your friend. Hide bottles for 4-5 years and enjoy over the following two decades. 97+" (07/2024) 95 points James Suckling: "What a fragrant and sophisticated cabernet. It’s full-bodied with firm, powdery tannins framing a concentrated core of bay leaves, thyme, olives and dark, spicy fruit. Long and structured. Cabernet sauvignon with some merlot and petit verdot. Try after 2025. " (02/2024)

94 points The Wine Independent: "Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder starts with notes of dried Provence herbs, tilled soil, and fresh black plums slowly emerging from the glass, giving way to a core of red currant jelly, graphite, and Morello cherries. The medium to full-bodied palate is tightly wound with crunchy red and black fruit layers, supported by grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with a cheeky herbal lift. (LPB)" (02/2025) 92 points Wine Advocate: "The strongest effort I tasted from Grand Napa Vineyards this year, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder features scents of crushed stone, black olives and pencil shavings. Overall a bit savory and Bordeaux-like on the nose, it's medium to full-bodied in the mouth, adding black cherries and cassis notes. Supple and nearly creamy in feel, this is surprisingly easy to drink for a mountain wine, showing nice purity and ample length. (JC)" (02/2025)

A new release from the Anonymous Wine Collective - A Pinot Noir from a truly world-class producer with decades of winemaking pedigree, and multiple 100-point wines from major critics. The power of Anonymous brings this wine to you at a fraction of the price you would typical pay for the same wine in the bottle. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

The majority of this wine comes from Greengate Ranch in Edna Valley plus fruit from all of Talley's estate vineyards in Arroyo Grande Valley. Fermented with native yeast in small, open-top tanks, aged in 20% new French oak for 10 months. One of the best deals in Californian Pinot Noir. Certified Sustainable fruit.

A very special Blanc de Blancs bottling, with fewer than 100 cases produced. Drawn from a few world-renowned Sonoma Coast vineyards, the base wine was aged in seasoned French oak casks, then spent four years en tirage in bottle. Recently hand-disgorged and finished with a modest 4 g/L dosage, this is a sparkling wine of tremendous class and pedigree. The acclaimed winemaker behind it brings decades of experience and top-tier praise from every major wine publication. Once again, the Anonymous Wine Collective delivers a truly exceptional bottle for an almost unbelievable price. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

96 points James Suckling: "A big, solid red with blackcurrant, blackberry and hazelnut character. It’s structured and tightly wound with dense, creamy tannins that provide form and intensity. A little tight at the end. Give it two or three years to open a little more. Try in 2024." (05/2021) 95 points Vinous: "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is fabulous. It captures all the intensity of this site, but with a lighter hand and more acid-driven freshness than in the past, both of which work so well to balance things out. Inky dark fruit, chocolate, new leather, spice and licorice all build with time in the glass. (AG)" (01/2021)

94 points James Suckling: "A very tight and precise Syrah with blackberry, white pepper, brine and gunpowder. Medium body, with fine and firm tannins. Really shy and beautiful. Drinkable but so much better in a year or two. (JS)" (11/2023) 92 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is definitively softer bodied Syrah from a cooler, more coastal climate. The nose displays violets, pepper, black tea and plum, while the palate brings an acid driven wave of clove, black olive, blackberry and orange peel flavors. Drink this with roasted lamb or other game meat. " 92 points Wine Spectator: "Handsomely structured and vibrant with acidity, this red offers lively raspberry and tart blueberry flavors laced with forest floor, savory anise and white pepper notes. Drink now through 2031. 450 cases made."

92 points James Suckling: "Rich, dark-fruited character with dried berries, plums and hints of mocha, chocolate and grilled herbs. Full-bodied with a velvety, though slightly chewy texture and plush fruit. Long and broad finish." (03/2025) 92 points Wine Advocate: "Grand Napa's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain was this taster's favorite of the three wines tasted this time around. Despite being aged in 50% new French oak and 50% second-use barrels, it's not overly woody, instead letting the mountain-derived notes of pine needles and dark fruit come through, accented by just a hint of shoe polish. The wine is full-bodied and dense but not overly textural, with some slightly astringent tannins on the finish. (JC)" (10/2025) 91 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Based on 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged 20 months in 50% new French oak with the balance in two-year-old oak, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain shows more black fruits, iron, candied violets, and bouquet garni notes. It's a classic Howell Mountain that's medium to full-bodied, has a nicely concentrated, pure, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a good finish. It shows the hotter style of the vintage yet is nicely balanced and should have a decade of longevity. Drink 2025-2035." (12/2025)

94 points Wine Enthusiast: "***No. 1 Best Buy of 2025*** Aromatics of deep, regal, dark fruits, with hints of baking and savory spices, leap out of the glass. The palate promises rich, dense blackberry, Olallieberry, cardamom, tobacco, chocolate cocoa nibs, and a lip-smacking finish. Decant and Enjoy. Pair with grilled bone-in rib-eye, rosemary herbed butter, creamer potatoes. *Best Buy*" K&L Notes: ***Wine Enthusiast No. 1 Best Buy of 2025***

95 points James Suckling: "The blackberry, dark-chocolate, walnut and blueberry aromas are so attractive. It’s medium-bodied with fine, velvety tannins and a long and firm-tannin finish. Just the right amount of tension at the end. Shows the beauty of the 2023. A blend of 80% cabernet sauvignon, 10% merlot and 10% petit verdot. Drink or hold." (07/2025) 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Sometimes, a great winemaker and a Master Sommelier can create something unique. This selection does not disappoint—opulent aromas of blackberry, cassis, dried thyme, and notes of Tahitian vanilla grace the nose, trembling into rich, mouth-watering dark plum, clove, and silky tannins. *Best Buy* (TP)" (10/2025)

Mitchell Masotti may not be a household name (yet) however, if you're a lover of big, bold Napa Cabernet I'm almost certain you've tasted his expertise before. Mitchell is the long-time right-hand-man of iconic winemaker Russel Bevan. Having just completed his 10th harvest at Bevan Cellars as Associate Winemaker, he's played a huge part in the 18 x 100-point wines and more than 40 x 97+ point wines released since his tenure began! In his roll he also makes the wines for numerous pretigeous clients such as: Tench, PerUs, Envy, Carter, Harrison, Chateau Boswell. Lerner Project and more. This eponymous private label bottling is a chance to get your hands on one of Mitchell's explosivly rich and powerful Cabs for a fraction of the typical price! Headonists delight, this is a big, ripe, luscious wine ready to pop-n-pour!

96 points Wine Advocate: "I tasted the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon in October, not long after it was bottled in August. Grapes were harvested October 5 through November 3. It was blended with 3% Malbec, 1% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot and matured for 18 months in 55% new French oak barrels plus 10% concrete—a new aging vessel Aperture has started experimenting with. It has slowly unfurling scents of cassis, black cherry, dark chocolate, cast iron and floral hints. The full-bodied palate is impressively concentrated without over-ripeness, and its flavors are rich yet minerally. It has an haut couture frame of powdery tannins and refreshing acidity and a very long, elegant finish. It should be very long lived in the cellar." 95 points James Suckling: "Aromas of plums, blackberries, marionberries and red soil. Full-bodied and structured yet approachable, with abundant yet integrated tannins and a lot of earthy minerality in the finish. Drink or hold." 94 points Vinous: "Opaque garnet in the glass, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is everything you could want from a modern Sonoma County Cabernet. Varietal signatures abound, with black olive, tomato leaf, sage and gravel underscoring a core of sweet red/blue berry preserves, but this is another wine that needs several years of time to shed some of its serious tannic heft. A creamy mid-palate provides a beautiful canvas for the freshness of the vintage to shine. This is a screaming value at $75."

96 points Owen Bargreen: "The 2023 ‘Geyserville’ is a marvelous, silky blend of mainly Zinfandel (70%) with 18% Carignane, 9% Petite Sirah and a touch of Alicante Boushet. Very dark in the glass, this delivers beautiful violet rose petals alongside mocha, tar, Cuban cigar and notes of garrigue with loganberry compote. The palate is fresh and refined, with an elegant mid-palate mouthfeel and light dusting of salinity. Well-structured and weighted, offering plenty of depth and flavor density, this is a marvelous effort that has yet to fully hit its stride —- but the incredible potential is there. The combination of weight and tension suggests this will be very long-lived. Give this another year in the cellar before uncorking. Drink 2026-2045." 95 points Vinous: "A blend of 70% Zinfandel, 18% Carignane, 9% Petite Sirah and 3% Alicante Bouschet, the 2023 Geyserville is dark and brooding. Virile and intense, this is a monster wine that’s only at the very beginning of its evolution. So impressively articulated, the 2023 somberly marches from the glass with dark shadings of tobacco, inky black fruit, cracked pepper, sage, turned earth and pine, building powerful minerality with aeration. The 2023 will need several years to come around. It’s a sleeping giant today. (BN) 95+" (10/2025) 95 points Decanter: "Just a mile from the winery in Lytton Springs, the Geyserville vineyard sits in an overall warmer pocket of Sonoma, but even here, 2023 was unusually cool and slow to start. The winemaking team states that this was the latest Geyserville harvest on record, since the first vintage in 1966. The crew was picking grapes up to November 1st. This classic old-vine field blend is always anchored by Zinfandel, with Carignane, Petite Sirah, and a few other varieties playing supporting roles in varying proportions, depending on the vintage. In 2023, with 70% of Zinfandel, the blend feels expressive and aromatic, with black and blue fruit leading the way, lifted by fresh herbs, a touch of mint, and a layer of baking spices. The oak is still settling in, but the structure is already in place, thanks in part to the 18% Carignane, which adds depth and acidity. It’s a young wine with plenty of promise, already showing well, with slightly chalky tannins, but it will really hit its stride with a few years in bottle. (ACQ)" (04/2025) 95 points Jeb Dunnuck: "A perennial standout for the winery that is produced for wider distribution, the 2023 Zinfandel Geyserville is a blend of 70% Zinfandel, 18% Carignane, 9% Petite Sirah and 3% Alicante, the 2023 a highly ageable vintage with great acidity. That freshness helps to define the wine's juicy core of well-mannered, supple tannins and oak, the wine aged entirely in 100% air-dried American oak, 15% of it new. It truly offers the perfect balance of dark fruit and freshness, within a full-bodied richness and structure still built for aging, as with all Ridge wines. Enjoy now through 2033. (VB)" (04/2025) 94 points James Suckling: "Bright and moderate aromas of red cherries, blackberry compote, coffee beans and spices. The palate is full-bodied with finely integrated tannins and a focused acidity that leads into a rounded and pure finish. A blend of 70% zinfandel with touches of carignan, petite sirah and alicante bouschet, which benefited from a cooler vintage. Drink or hold. (TF)" (08/2025) 94 points Wine Spectator: "Robust and simmering with intensity, this red serves up dark blackberry and cherry flavors laced with black pepper, licorice, cardamom and other dark spices. The finish is firm yet integrated. Zinfandel, Carignane, Petite Sirah and Alicante Bouschet. Best from 2026 through 2035. (TF) " (08/2025)

94 points Vinous: "The 2021 Chardonnay Alder Springs is a gorgeous, engaging wine redolent of floral, savory and earthy notes. This Mendocino County Chardonnay has a ton of character. Chamomile, apricot, mint, spice and almond linger on the exquisite finish. (AG)" (08/2023) 94 points Wine Enthusiast: "This wine is exuberant, lush, with aromas of Pink Lady apple, orange blossom, Kaffir lime, on the nose. The palate is pink grapefruit, freshly crushed green herbs, descending into green apple, spearmint, lemon honey, finishing with orange zest and mineral. This is a classic example of fruit from this vineyard. Beautiful. Pair with steamed crab and butter." (05/2024) 93 points James Suckling: "Lovely phenolic tension with a minerally undertone as well as seashells and limes with some green apples. Moss, too. Medium body. Firm and polished. Savory and nicely salty." (11/2023)

Halcon Estate is now owned by longtime friends and business partners Baron Ziegler and Pax Mahle. They continue the story of this unique vineyard site 2,500ft up in the Yorkville Highlands to make a singular expression of Syrah.

Julien Fayard made Cab for under $50!?

From Wine Advocate's William Kelley: "Today, the 2015 Champagne vintage enjoys a mixed reputation, largely because some wines show an herbal aromatic signature indicative of incomplete maturation resulting from hydric stress. But of course, it's hard to generalize about so large a region, whose diversity of terroirs is compounded by equally diverse agronomic approaches, and the success of Bollinger's 2015s is a case in point. Why have these wines turned out so well? The house's best terroirs are located on chalk, so their vines experienced less hydric stress. Bollinger's practice of vinifying small lots in barrel and blending comparatively late also permitted the elimination of any lots showing herbaceous characteristics that other houses would likely have blended during vinification. The result is a Grande Année derived from only 11 of the potential 20 communes that can inform the blend, with an emphasis on the Montagne de Reims in the blend to bring more cut. Harvest started on September 8, and the lack of water throughout the season and, particularly at "nouaison," the moment when the infant berries form, resulted in 30% less berry mass than an average year. Those small berries without much juice made pressing more challenging than usual, but they have delivered a wine framed by unusually high levels of dry extract that contributes real phenolic mid-palate weight that will delight readers who love vinous, sapid Champagnes that are built to age."

97 points Decanter: "The Doc's Ranch is east-facing 1150-1200ft of elevation, and according to Cobb, it is pummeled with fog. The slope is southeast facing, and Ross uses 50% whole cluster to make this wine—aromas of red flowers and mint, white pepper and wild green strawberries. The palate shows sweet red berries, lightly spiced with notes of white pepper and an elegantly textured mouthfeel. This Pinot dances across the palate with zippy, savoury white pepper and a fresh note of evergreen sap and lithe pine needles lingering on through the finish. (CP) " (01/2024) 96 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The ruby red 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch Vineyard boasts a fruitier and more floral nose, showing off notes of ripe strawberries, raspberries, rose petals, and herbes de Provence. The palate offers a haunting, delicate feel, with refined, ripe tannins, a mineral texture, and a graceful and weightless feel. It’s going to take time to open but will drink well over the next 12-15 years. (AF)" (06/2024) 95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Comforting aromas of blackberry, clove and cinnamon dominate the nose of this soulful and earthy Pinot. The palate shows a wealth of plush tannin and flavors of cranberry, sage, orange peel and black tea that linger and fluctuate over a long finish. A few years in the cellar will soften this beautifully. *Editors' Choice* (TC)" (03/2025) 94 points Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch comes from vines planted in marine sedimentary soils at 1,000 to 1,100 feet in altitude. Made with 50% whole clusters, it's scented of Italian plum, rhubarb, black tea leaves and fresh tobacco with forest and earth undertones. The light-bodied palate is bursting with dark, earthy fruit. It has a soft, gently chalky texture, vibrant bursts of acidity and a long finish. It will benefit from a few more years in bottle. 950 cases were made. (EB) 94+" (12/2023) 94 points Vinous: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch Vineyard is a very pretty, restrained wine. Dark cherry, lavender, spice, new leather and incense are all delineated. This translucent, classically-built Pinot offers tremendous character and nuance. The style is one of effusive beauty and poise—more aromatics than body, with lovely complexity from the 50% stems. (AG) " (01/2024) 92 points Wine Spectator: "Juicy and fresh, offering bright notes of red currant and damson plum that show tension and energy, with a hint of minerality. Framed by a light stem accent through the finish, where minimal toast allows for a racy, unadorned feel. (JM)" (06/2024)

Locanda Estate is a boutique winery in Napa Valley dedicated to producing limited-production wines from exceptional vineyard sites, including the renowned Beckstoffer Carneros Lake Vineyard. With a philosophy rooted in precision and restraint, Locanda emphasizes purity of fruit, balanced structure, and minimal intervention to let each vintage speak for itself. Their wines—particularly Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon—are known for elegance, depth, and a sense of place that reflects both terroir and craftsmanship.

92 points Wine Enthusiast: "The esteemed Hyde Vineyard is in Carneros, and is the source for some incredible Syrahs from winemakers like Joseph Phelps and the Hyde Vineyard label itself, and Mira now joins that list. The wine is wonderful. Made from 100% Syrahl, offering rich, dense waves of blackberry and blueberry jam, chocolate, peppercorn and vanilla. " (05/2013)

97 points Wine Enthusiast: "This opulent Malbec-forward blend delivers loads of crushed blueberry, black plum, coffee and sage aromas on the nose, while the palate displays hearty tannic structure with lavish acidity and flavors of currant, cassis, shattered granite, dark chocolate and licorice. Rest this in the cellar for a decade or more and grill the biggest steak you can find. *Cellar Selection* (TRC)" (11/2025) 95 points Int'l Wine Review: "The 2022 Bordeaux Red Blend from Aperture is a meticulously crafted wine composed of 36% Malbec, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, aged for 18 months in 50% new French oak. Its vivid ruby hue with a neon pink rim sets the stage for a beautifully expressive nose, where ripe raspberry and black cherry mingle with hints of crushed violets, damp earth, and a whisper of toasted vanilla. As the wine evolves in the glass, it reveals additional layers of aromatic complexity. On the palate, this medium-bodied blend is both vibrant and refined, showcasing an interplay of fresh red plum, cranberry, and subtle cocoa powder. Silky, finely grained tannins provide an elegant framework, while a lively streak of acidity keeps the wine balanced and energetic. The finish is gracefully extended, offering a harmonious mix of red fruit, delicate florals, and a touch of savory spice." 94 points Decanter: "A vibrant, layered blend of 36% Malbec, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, and a final 5% of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, this wine brings freshness and perfume to the classic Bordeaux framework. The nose opens with a mix of black and red berries, wet roses, and subtle green undertones that add aromatic tension. On the palate, it’s compact, with dusty tannins and a warm finish that carries notes of spiced cocoa. A wine that feels both youthful and has the structure to evolve. (ACQ)" (04/2025) 93 points Wine Advocate: "The 2022 Bordeaux Red Blend is composed of 36% Malbec, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Matured for 18 months in 50% new French oak, it bursts from the glass with pure red cherry and pomegranate perfume, unfurling nuances of lavender, forest floor and glossy new oak as it opens in the glass. The medium-bodied palate features generous, floral fruit. It’s structured by powdery tannins and juicy acidity and has a long, layered finish." 93 points Wine Spectator: "Brooding and detailed, with plenty to admire in its mix of blackberry syrup, blueberry and huckleberry flavors, plus cigar box, paprika, cumin and dried herbal details, all on a dense and velvety frame. Notes of espresso and bittersweet chocolate linger on the long, expressive finish. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2034."

98 points James Suckling: "Blackberry, blackcurrant and mint with some sage and crushed-stone undertones. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are in-check and nicely polished. Smoke, toasted oak and bark at the end, complementing the fresh yet ripe fruit. " (08/2021) 98 points Vinous: "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Georges de Latour Private Reserve is fabulous. Inky, rich and explosive, the 2018 is a fine addition to the lineage of one of Napa Valley's most historic wines. Inky red fruit, chocolate, leather and licorice all open in the glass. Aeration brings out floral top notes, raspberry and a hint of blood orange. There is plenty of depth, but the tannins are finer than they were a few years ago. Shorter time on the skins and a reduction in barrel fermentations really allow the pedigree of these Rutherford sites to come through. The 2018 is sensational. (AG)" (01/2021) 97 points Wine Enthusiast: "The famous wine lives up to its historic promise in this wonderfully complex and structured vintage, the wine showing an abundance of tension and youthful grip. Earthy in dried herb, cedar and sage, it shares notes of black currant, cassis and forest within a textured and brightly layered foundation of elegant ageablity. *Cellar Selection* (VB)" (11/2021) 97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The flagship 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Georges De Latour Private Reserve is a gorgeous wine from this team that's reminiscent of the 2016, if not slightly more tannic. Blackcurrants, cassis, tobacco leaf, and nicely integrated oak all make an appearance, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a beautiful sense of purity and freshness, flawless balance, and a great finish. It has plenty of structure and, like a lot of 2018s, not a huge amount of baby fat, which gives it a firmer, more age-worthy vibe. While it's unquestionably approachable today, do your best to hide bottles for 4-5 years, and it should have a gradual evolution over the coming 20-25 years. I followed this bottle for multiple days and it only improved. It's brilliant, seamless wine in the making. (JD) 97+" (05/2022) 96 points Wine Advocate: "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve Georges de Latour is a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple in color, it prances out of the glass with flamboyant scents of blackberry preserves, wild blueberries and crème de cassis, followed by hints of cigar box, Chinese five spice and pencil shavings with a waft of menthol. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a solid structure of firm grainy tannins and seamless freshness supporting the muscular black fruit, finishing long and earthy. (LPB) 96+" (11/2021) 96 points Decanter: "An excellent 2018 from one of the oldest and most historic estates in Napa filled with just the right amount of density, power and structure. The nose is rich and fruit-filled, bursting with blackcurrants, raspberries and black cherries alongside perfumed aromatics and touches of dried herbs. The first sip shows the wine’s depth and concentration, full-bodied with layers of cherry, liquorice and tobacco leaf with an unlying suppleness and freshness that gives bounce and chewiness to the fruit. Lovely density and juice throughout with velvet-like tannins and sustaining acidity. Vibrant and youthful with plenty of potential for ageing. A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec. Wines are aged for 22 months in French oak, 95% new barrels. (GH)" (07/2021) 95 points Jane Anson: "A leisurely and successful growing season, no notable heat spikes, and cool evenings allowing ripening through to mid October. This is beautiful, get touch of floral notes, cocoa powder, the classic Rutherford dust, beautiful freshness also, touches of eucalyptus, fresh mint leaf, black cherry and damson, feels classic and yet generous. A touch of resistance to the tannins adds grips and restraint. A brilliant example of what Napa Cabernet can deliver. 95% new French

93 points Tasting Panel: "Ripe cherries soaked in clove perfume the glass. Raspberry liqueur in an earthy frame circle around dried rose petals, orange peel, and red beets. Juicy and taut, with a cinnamon cedar finish." 92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Loads of concentrated raspberry, cola spice and cocoa aromas waft from the glass on the nose of this Pinot. The palate exhibits flavors of plum compote, berry gastrique and pithy orange peel through the long and velvety finish. (TC)" (10/2025) 92 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2022 Pinot Noir Bacigalupi Vineyards is a bright red hue and has a spicier profile on the nose. Made with 50% whole clusters, it’s bright with notes of sassafras, ripe cherries, and forest herbs. Medium-bodied and offering snappy, crunchy freshness, it has well-defined tannins and a fruity, approachable feel with a nice level of detail and charm. (AF)" (07/2025) 92 points James Suckling: "Tart red cherry, cranberry, orange blossom and citrus aromas. On the medium-bodied palate it’s fresh and juicy, with slate, minerals, orange oil and pleasant orange zest bitterness in the finish. Drink or hold." (10/2025)

96 points James Suckling: "A vivid, fresh, almost chewy wine that's vibrant in crisp apple and tangy lime flavors on the signature creamy texture of Ramey. Flavors emerge on the palate, including minerals, chalk and touches of flint and lemon zest. The grapes come from the Charles Ranch from vines planted in 1982. Drinkable now, but best from 2029. (JG)" (04/2025) 95 points Decanter: "Sourced exclusively from the Martinelli Charles Ranch, located three miles inland from the Pacific at 340 metres elevation, surrounded by redwoods, bay laurels, and oaks. The vineyard was planted in 1982 by George Charles (Lee Martinelli Jr.’s maternal grandfather), and Ramey has worked with this fruit since 2008. "It’s a large, undulating site," says Claire Ramey. "We take fruit from many different aspects, but the blend has been largely from south-west-facing blocks, along with some less west-facing and a few east-facing sites, all sitting at roughly 305 metres and mostly above the fog." Lovely sea-spray aromatics fill this medium-bodied wine's nose and palate, boasting fantastic bracing acidity and an astounding baseline of intense, creamy fruit. Best enjoyed alongside grilled scallops or lobster mac and cheese—the wine’s taut acid backbone and creamy texture will elevate both the food and the wine. (JC) " (01/2025)

The result of nearly a year spent meticulously tasting through Bordeaux to uncover an exceptional deal at unbeatable pricing, we’re beyond excited to introduce the inaugural edition of what we’re calling the K&L Discovery Series. The aim of this new collection is to showcase wines that are both quintessential and exemplary representations of their region and/or vintage. From one of the most treasured terroirs in the world of fine wine, it’s nothing short of a coup to bottle an exclusive Pomerol of this caliber. For the remarkable complexity, richness, texture, luxury, and longevity that Pomerol is famous for, this is a not-to-be-missed value.

William Harrison is a small estate in Rutherford. With Bordeaux varietals growing on their estate, their Chardonnay is sourced from the Sangiacomo Family in the much cooler region of Carneros. This renowned grower produces some of the most sought-after Chardonnay in the region, supplying the biggest names in the business. After the winery recently changed hands, we acquired some of their wines at pennies on the dollar and we're passing the savings on to you! (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

Brick & Mortar, founded in 2011 by Matt and Alexis Iaconis, has quickly earned a reputation for crafting vineyard-driven wines. With roots in Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino, the winery focuses on single-vineyard expressions of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and sparkling wines. Matt’s engineering background and Alexis’s advanced sommelier training bring precision and palate to the operation.

Benrinnes is a historical and unique distillery in the Speyside region. Founded in 1826 and completely destroyed by a flood in 1829, it was rebuilt in 1835 a few kilometers from the original site. Once again devastated by fire in 1896, it was fully reconstructed in 1956. Benrinnes gained international recognition for the finesse of its whiskies, produced through its distinctive 2.5-style distillation and traditional worm tub condensers. Much to the horror of Benrinnes lovers everywhere, the brand switched to standard double distillation in 2007. Now nearly two decades later, it's clear that the wonderful hidden distillery at the foot of Speyside's tallest mountain has not lost its luster. Our friends at Douglas Laing have deep stocks from this delightful distillery and selected this exceptional cask for us for the 2025 whisky season. Its beautiful sherry character is distinctive yet harmonizes perfectly with the rich, robust malt produced by the charming Benrinnes spirit stills and their iconic worm tubs. You'll have a hard time finding better value for money in a cask strength single sherry butt anywhere in the world.

98 points Wine Enthusiast: "A Bing cherry aroma slinks its way up from the glass, followed by spicy whispers of cardamom and cinnamon. Straw and chalkboard dust scents seal the deal. After a tannic black tea note materializes on the palate, the wine's cranberry and raspberry flavors punch the tart button. You can feel the tannins, but they aren't grippy. The acidity, however, lets you know it is ready for juicy business. Memorialis is quietly becoming one of Oregon's best Pinot Noirs. *Editors' Choice* (MA)" 97 points Int'l Wine Review: "The 2023 Holocene Memorialis Pinot Noir from Yamhill-Carlton is crafted entirely from whole-cluster fermentation and rests in predominantly neutral oak, allowing the fruit to shine. The aromatics weave together wild strawberry and pomegranate with accents of rose petal, clove, and orange peel. On the palate, it glides with density and grace, where layers of red currant, cranberry, and savory herbs mingle with hints of forest floor and cracked pink pepper. The tannins are finely polished, providing both structure and lift, while the finish lingers with remarkable clarity and length. With air, the wine deepens, unveiling more spice and floral nuance, making each sip feel newly discovered. Enjoy this one now with a heavy decant or cellar for the next 10-15 years. 360 cases made. Highly recommended and editor’s choice." 96 points Owen Bargreen: "Initially first made in 2015, the 2023 ‘Memorialis’ is a 360 case production wine from the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. It is 100% whole-cluster fermented and stored in mainly neutral oak barrels before bottling. This is concentrated, gorgeous stuff, loaded with crunchy red fruits that parade with menthol, white pepper, exotic spices and shades of blood orange zest. Full-bodied and beautifully-textured, enjoy this beauty now and over the next twelve plus years to come. Give this 30 plus minutes in the decanter if enjoying in its heady youth. Drink 2025-2040." 95 points Vinous: "The 2023 Pinot Noir Memorialis is perfumed and strikingly pretty. A cascade of exotic florals and spices mingle with stone dust, lavender and blackberries on the nose. This washes across the palate with silken waves of ripe red and blue fruit, while a subtle citrus inflection adds tension. The 2023 finishes long and structured with a pleasantly chewy sensation. There's excellent potential here, but give it a few years of cellaring to come together."

93 points James Suckling: "So much purity to the fresh, concentrated beam of cherries, raspberries and red plum preserves, all lifted by flowers and mouthwatering acidity. A kiss of spices and Mediterranean scrub sweeps in, while elegantly long, approachable tannins promise a rewarding life ahead. Drink or hold." 93 points Vinous: "The 2023 Grenache is a lifted, floral-inflected red with gentle notes of ripe cherry, raspberry and white pepper that gain traction with air. Sensual and full of character, yet light on its feet, the 2023 is all charm. (BN)" (08/2025) 92 points Wine Advocate: "Composed of purchased fruit and containing 10% Syrah, the 2023 Grenache opens with a lovely nose of bright red fruits, dried orange peels, dried clay and crushed stones. The palate combines a beaming, vibrant energy with a deep, grounded core, culminating in a high-toned, radiant finish that lingers with mineral-driven structure and subtly toasty framing of new wood."

Mount Edward Winery is one of our longstanding direct import partners, and their boutique wines have gained a loyal and growing following amongst our customers! Founded in 1997 by Alan Brady, a pioneer of Pinot Noir in Central Otago, he was later joined by partners John Buchanan and Duncan Forsyth, who drove the winery further into higher end, site specific and organic/biodynamic viticulture. The winery is located in the Gibbston sub-region, about 25 km east of Queenstown. The latitude here is extreme for winemaking, right at the edge of viticultural possibility – these are some of the most southerly winegrowing regions in the world! The sunlight hours are plentiful during the growing season, so the wines are concentrated, with dense fruit notes, yet the cool evenings lend a beautiful freshness to counterbalance. The climate in this part of the world can be challenging, with spring frost a significant risk, but in the hands of a skilled winery such as Mount Edward, the resulting product has a vibrancy and purity that is very distinctly Central Otago. Certified NZ BioGro Organic, Mount Edward owns five estate vineyards and believes in handling the fruit with care and the wine is made with minimal intervention and no fining, filtration or additives. Surrounded by a lively but small holding of pigs and chickens, their organic, terroir-driven Pinot Noirs, known for their complexity and elegance, consistently earn international awards and acclaim.

98 points Wine Advocate: "Greer's 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon features perfumed, almost rose-like scents layered atop cherries and cassis, with a savory foundation of gently dusty earth. A blend of the tiny vineyard's three Cabernet clones (Clone 4, Wiemer, See), it's medium to full-bodied, supple, velvety and long, A lovely wine from start to finish, it's impeccably balanced, elegant and harmonious. (JC)" (09/2022) 97 points The Wine Independent: "The single-varietal 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of creme de cassis, blueberry compote, and menthol jump from the glass, followed by hints of graphite, tree bark, and forest floor. The medium to full-bodied palate is taut with muscular black fruits and earthy accents framed by firm, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and mineral-laced. (LPB)" (03/2024) 97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "I was able to taste two vintages of the Greer Cabernet, both brilliant wines coming from a tiny three-acre vineyard on the Rutherford Bench. The wines have been made by Aaron Pott since 2001. Starting with the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, this beauty offers incredible purity and precision in its cassis, candied violets, green tobacco, and lead pencil-like aromatics, and it certainly wouldn't be out of place in a lineup of top First Growths from Bordeaux. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied and has a concentrated, rich mid-palate, beautiful tannins, and a great finish. This is classic 2018 in its purity, freshness, and structure. It needs 4-6 years of bottle age and will have 30 years of longevity. It will most likely merit a triple-digit rating at maturity. (JD) 97+" (12/2021) 97 points James Suckling: "Floral and berry aromas with fresh plums and sliced oranges. Complex fruit character. Medium to full body with tannins that spread across the palate. You know they are there, but you don’t feel the texture. Lovely, perfumed and perfectly ripe fruit character. Pure cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold." (05/2022) 95 points Vinous: "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a silky, elegant wine that shows the finesse of the year in spades. The aromatics are especially expressive today. A wine of classic structure, the 2018 is more elegance and power. I won't be surprised if it shows even better in time than this note suggests, as my impression is that it is a bit closed today, especially tasting it next to the far more exuberant 2019. (AG)" (01/2022)

98 points Int'l Wine Review: "Another stunning wine from the team at Weathereye. This is a classic Red Mountain Cabernet perfected by winemaker Todd Alexander. Deep, rich dark purple cored with a neon raspberry rim, the nose absolutely pops from the glass with aromas of blue plums, wild huckleberries, crushed blackberry, cassis, vanilla bean, cedary herbs, dried sagebrush, tobacco leaf, and melted chocolate. Grippy on the finish, the tannins need a few years to soften up, but you can feel the potential of the wine with each sip. I love the lime zest note you get at the very back of your palate - it’s incredible. Please give yourself at least 2 years to open this up because it’s going to be spectacular with time. Highly recommended and editor’s choice." 98 points Owen Bargreen: "Juicy, bright and a total knockout, the 2020 WeatherEye Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from from three different sites in the WeatherEye Vineyard. Stored in 70% new French oak before bottling, this delivers fantastic freshness and balance, with deep concentration. Iron and black currant cordial with violets, alongside firm tannins and shades of Black Forest Cake all brilliantly combine on the palate. Plush and soft, showing beautiful refinement, this is just an infant right now so be sure to give this two hours in the decanter before consuming. Drink 2023-2033" 96 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Probably my favorite in the lineup, the 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate sports a dense purple/plum hue to go with Pauillac-like aromatics of blackcurrants, blueberries, freshly sharpened pencils, violets, and a liquid rock-like sense of minerality. Concentrated, focused, medium to full-bodied, and structured, it has a great mid-palate, masses of ripe tannins, and a great finish. It needs to be forgotten in the back of the cellar for 4-6 years but should have 2-3 decades of overall longevity. 96+" 94 points Wine Advocate: "The 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is big, bold and delicate with juicy notions of dusty black cherry skin, expressive blackberry and hints of sage with a kiss of volatility, offering a rich and round expression with a delicate mineral essence. Full-bodied, the palate shows varietal purity wrapped in a balanced coat of ripeness, with a succulent opulence and fresh mouthfeel. The wine continues to unpack over the long, lingering finish and will no doubt remain food-friendly for a decade. The wine was aged in 75% new French oak. 2,100 bottles produced. This is set to be released in August of 2023. Keep an eye out for this producer for amazing things to come!"

93 points James Suckling: "A fresh, fruity, juicy, crisp white that's generous in green apples, baked apples and minerals on a medium body. Subtle flavors of cream and butter come from partial malolactic conversion while maturing in stainless steel containers. Screw cap. (JG)" (06/2025)

95 points Vinous: "The 2023 Pinot Noir Jack Hill comes from a site in Freestone-Occidental. It’s a proper standout in a range of excellent wines. The 2023 delivers so much concentration and density, yet it comes through without an iota of excess. Lavender, black tea leaves, sage, white pepper and new leather unfurl in a seriously complex, enticing picture. It’s crunchy and lively through the finish, echoing long with a lifted note of orange zest. The Jack Hill is fresh, persistent and laser-focused, not to mention a joy to taste, even in the early going. (BN)" (01/2026) 93 points Wine Advocate: "Made with 75% whole clusters, the 2023 Pinot Noir Jack Hill Vineyard is bursting with scents of blueberry, pomegranate, juniper, sage, pepper and violet. The medium-bodied palate features highly concentrated flavors framed by plush, powdery tannins. It’s balanced by bright, energetic acidity and has a long, floral finish. It will benefit from cellaring. (EB) 93+" (09/2025)

90-92 points Neal Martin for Vinous: "The 2020 Grand Village is a blend of 21% Cabernet Franc and 79% Merlot, matured in 30% new oak. It has a well-defined bouquet of pure black cherries, cassis, iris flower and touches of crushed stone, all very sophisticated. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins and fine backbone and salinity. Tightly wound with touches of brine toward the vivid finish. One of the best Grand Village vintages that I have encountered from barrel." (05/2021)

93 points John Gilman: "Similarly, the 2019 Santa Cruz Mountains pinot noir from Alesia has set the bar higher for subsequent vintages of this label than has ever been set before. The wine comes in at 13.2 percent octane and offers up a cool, soil-driven and very classy bouquet of sweet dark berries, cassis, raw cocoa, a beautiful array of spice tones (that hint at fresh nutmeg, cardamom and allspice), a marvelous base of stony soil, woodsmoke and a touch of cedar. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied, focused and complex, with a very elegant profile, a lovely core of black fruit, excellent transparency and grip, fine-grained tannins and a long, poised and beautifully balanced finish. This is great juice!" 93 points Wine Advocate: "The 2019 Rhys Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains is a beaming, focused demonstration of Rhys's winemaking style. Aromas of Bing cherry, petrichor and rose petals eagerly waft from the glass. The palate is textural and focused, with an intense, high-toned structure and a long, layered finish. Provides a wonderful platform on which to glimpse the Rhys style without the cellaring necessary for the single-vineyard releases." 92 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2019 Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains, which comes all from the Santa Cruz Mountains, is well worth checking out for readers looking to understand the style of this estate. Spiced red and black fruits, savory herbs, and loamy earth are just some of the nuances in this charming, medium-bodied, balanced Pinot Noir. The tannins aren't quite as polished or integrated as in the single vineyard, but it's beautifully balanced and certainly has classic Rhys character. It should drink well for 5-6 years or more. (JD)" (07/2021)

Fiddlestix Vineyard sits along Santa Rosa Road in the Sta. Rita Hills, one of Santa Barbara County's benchmark Pinot Noir corridors. Dusty Nabor works with a range of Central Coast vineyard sources in small lots, and this bottling keeps the focus on a named site long associated with cool-climate Pinot Noir.

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