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98 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is a rather wondrous bottling, starting with juicy aromas of cherry that are expertly masked by dewy sagebrush notes that arise with persistence and poise. The snappy palate ranges from raspberry and cranberry to rose petal and hibiscus, and then that slow-rising wave of green sage and peppercorn makes for both delicious and intriguing complexity. (MK)" (04/2026) 94 points James Suckling: "A fresh, accessible, charming wine with good structure and pretty fruit flavors. Great balance and drinkability. So fresh and delicious. Drink now." (10/2024) 92 points Vinous: "The 2023 Pinot Noir Rinconada Vineyard is complex, deeply savory and loaded with floral/herbal complexity, but it packs that all into a suave, polished frame. Concentrated dark berry fruit, pomegranate, citrus zest and crushed rocks saturate the palate through the powerful finish. (BN)" (08/2025)

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.

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)

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)

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)

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)

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."

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)

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."

Julien Fayard made Cab for under $50!?

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 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)

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)

72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Petite Sirah

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)

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.

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)

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)

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)

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)

Wine Review Online - 100-points: "After tasting blind and arriving at a big score, I remember that I have given this particular bottling the big score in two previous vintages — 2015 and 2016 — and right out of the gate, this vintage appears to be in the same rarified air as those two wines. There is so much going on here, and it’s all just starting to show itself through the structured backbone. The Cabernet hallmarks are here, with lively blackberry and cassis, rich oak spice, crushed rock and earthy mineral notes that are an Atlas Peak signature, all fine tuned and beautiful. Dare I say this is a bargain when it comes to high end Napa Valley Cabernet? I do so dare — without reservation. Transcendent wine!"

William Harrison Vineyards & Winery is a small family estate in the Rutherford AVA of Napa Valley, founded by Bill Harrison, whose grandfather Antonio Perelli-Minetti was one of California's pioneering winemakers after immigrating from Italy in 1902. The seven-acre estate vineyard is planted to all five Bordeaux red varieties on Cortina series gravelly sandy loam soils against the eastern foothills of the Vaca Mountain range, with the first vintage produced under the Harrison label in 1993. 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)

95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Winemaker Kristin Bryden is proving to be a savant in the Burgundian grape game. This county cuvée is delicious from start to finish. Vibrant, fresh and juicy aromas of strawberry, Bing cherry and earthy chaparral lead from the nose into a grippy, energetic palate of red fruit and brown spices. *Editors' Choice* (MK)" (05/2024)

94 points Vinous: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Ascona Vineyard is packed with dark cherry, plum, leather, licorice, incense and dried herbs. This imposing, dense Pinot packs a pretty serious punch. There is a wild, exotic quality here that is impossible to miss. (AG)" (10/2023) 94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Clean and fresh aromas of raspberry and pomegranate are enhanced by creekbed and mossy earth touches on the nose of this bottling from a vineyard that's at 2,350 feet. The palate is firm in structure, with a limestone-like texture that frames punchy flavors of raspberry and rose. (MK)" (09/2024)

94 points Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Rodnick Farm Vineyard is a radiant and translucent expression of this singular vineyard, leading with a perfumed yet savory nose that rapidly takes on further citrusy and saline complexity. Silky and ethereal on the palate, it explodes into a finish that elegantly melds weightlessly saturated fruits with persistent mineral intensity. This is a high point of a beautifully well-crafted roster. (ML)" (10/2024) 94 points Vinous: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Rodnick.Farm Vineyard shows all the savory mineral intensity that is so typical of this sector of the Gabilan Mountains. Bright red-toned fruit, crushed rocks, mint, white pepper, anise and orange peel are all beautifully delineated. This mid-weight, driving Pinot has a ton to offer. It's another compelling effort from Big Basin. (AG)" (10/2023) 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Wines from Chalone often take a bit longer to emerge and then last forever in the bottle. This one begins with earthy aromas of tar and charred plum on the nose, then picks up orange peel, brighter plum flesh and wild chaparral on the palate. *Cellar Selection* (MK)" (09/2024) 91 points Wine & Spirits: "From an organic property on the western slopes of the Gabilan Range, this is foresty, with an earthy raspberry scent. The flavors are juicy and savory, as if pine and redwood oils had drifted on salt-laden winds from the coast. It’s got plenty of sun-warmed berry fruit, ending dry. " (03/2024)

The 2021 Francophone by Daniel Baron brings together hand-selected fruit from top vineyards in Napa and Sonoma for a luxurious, classically styled Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich berry and dark chocolate notes unfold over a smooth, vibrant palate, with polished structure and a long, satisfying finish. Produced by a talented winemaker drawing on decades of experience, it captures the power, finesse, and complexity of two of California’s most celebrated regions.

95 points Vinous: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Coastview Vineyard is classic Big Basin. Deep, rich and resonant in the glass, the 2021 possesses notable depth and tons of character. Black cherry, plum, tea leaves, menthol, licorice and spice all soar out of the glass. This heady, imposing Pinot has so much to offer. I imagine it will be even better in another few years' time. (AG)" (10/2023) 95 points Wine Enthusiast: "A light hue in the glass, this bottling from a vineyard that sits at 2,200 feet in a newly designated appellation shows intense aromas of black raspberry, scarlet rose petals and peppercorn on the crunchy yet fruity nose. The palate is exciting and exuberant with fresh berry, white pepper, bay leaf and potpourri flavors that are wrapped in chalky tannins. *Cellar Selection* (MK)" (09/2024) 93 points Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Coastview Vineyard leads with a focused, savory nose of red fruits, citrus peels, tobacco leaves and touches of underbrush. The palate is silky but with a solid amount of richness and stuffing, leading to a juicy, fragrant finish lined with a lifted, vibrant structure. While slightly less searing and complete than the Rodnick Farm bottling, this fantastic effort should reward nearly a decade of cellaring. (ML)" (10/2024)

76% Tempranillo, 24% Mourvedre

Overshine Wine Co. is a relatively new winery based in Healdsburg. The wines are crafted by renowned winemaker Sam Bilbro (Idlewild). Overshine seeks out truly special vineyards that produce distinctive wines. The goal is simple: let great sites and meticulous farming lead the conversation,  keep the winemaking simple and transparent, so the wines are pure, vibrant and authentic. The 2022 Overshine Tina's Block is from a parcel of vines planted over 100 year ago in the deep gravelly soils of Dry Creek. Predominantly Zinfandel, but with small percentages of other grapes interplanted in the ancient field blend. If you enjoy the wines of Ridge, Bedrock, Turley etc, you have to jump on this fast before it's all gone! (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2018 Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains is rock-solid and certainly has plenty of classy Rhys character. Lots of black cherries, mulberries, dried spices, savory herbs, and forest floor notes all dominate the bouquet, and it's medium-bodied, with a supple, elegant texture, silky tannins, and a great finish. This is classic Santa Cruz Mountains, delivering complex, Burgundian aromatics, ample minerality, integrated structure, and a great finish." (09/2020) 93 points John Gilman: "Really, really deep and refined on the nose in 2018, offering up a complex blend of sweet dark berries, cassis, espresso, fresh thyme, a fine base of minerality, bonfire, bitter chocolate and a touch of new wood. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied, focused and sports outstanding mid-palate depth and transparency, with fine-grained tannins, superb balance and grip and a long, complex and utterly refined finish. " (05/2020) 92 points Wine Advocate: "The 2018 Rhys Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains is immediately wide open on the nose, with pretty aromas of black cherry, pomegranate, red licorice and wild herbs. The palate is svelte and solid, braced with quenching and delicious acidity. On the finish, a mild, understated tannin structure gains sturdiness with air while remaining seamless and inviting. (ML)" (04/2024) 92 points Vinous: "The 2018 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains) is another fabulous appellation-level wine from Alesia, the sister label of Rhys. Red berry, spice, rose petal and dried herbs all grace this wonderfully expressive, vibrant Pinot Noir. Far from an easygoing entry-level wine, the Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot offers quite a bit of intensity in a mid-weight style that favors energy over heft. (AG)" (09/2020) Jancis Robinson: "Made from a selection of grapes from various estate vineyards. Smells of dusty road, cranberry and raspberries. Very pretty raspberry fruit flavours mix with a hint of cedar and forest floor as orange-peel notes and dried herbs creep into the finish. Lithe and well balanced. 17.5/20 points (AY)" (10/2020)

95 points Vinous: "The 2021 Oakcross is a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. A rich, heady red, the 2021 offers up copious dark fruit intermingled with scents of graphite, menthol, licorice, chocolate and dried herbs. Give the potent tannins a few years to soften. (AG)" (12/2023) 94 points Owen Bargreen: "The 2021 ‘Oakcross’ was named after Groth’s Oakville Estate that was first planted back in 1973. This edition has considerably less Cabernet Sauvignon than the 2020 bottling —as the 2021 is a silky combination of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 34% Merlot and the remainder Petit Verdot. Violets, tar and espresso grounds mark the nose alongside dense dark fruits. The palate is bright and beautifully textured, with fantastic verve and underlying tension and weight. Everything is in clockwork balance here. Enjoy this beautiful wine now and over the next fifteen years to come." 94 points The Wine Independent: "The 2021 Oakcross, a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot, is deep garnet-purple in color. A little closed and broody to start, it soon opens out to notes of blackberry preserves, blackcurrant pastilles, and wild blueberries giving way to wafts of mint tea, charcoal, and lavender. The full-bodied palate delivers bright, vivacious black fruit flavors with minty accents and soft, rounded tannins, finishing with a savory lift." 93 points Decanter: "A powerful and attractive Oakville Cabernet. Red and black-toned fruits are laced with brown spices, as chalky mineral aromatics build in the glass nuanced by chocolaty-tinged cedarwood. Full-bodied with juicy blueberry and blackberry fruit notes, robust tannins, and a lengthy finish marked by black currants, creme de menthe, and earth. (JC)" (05/2024) 93 points Wine Spectator: "A well-built red, displaying a muscular core of steeped black currant and blackberry fruit inlaid with hints of sweet tobacco and sage and carried by a rich spine of loam and warm stone. Shows a nice throwback touch. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. (JM)" (10/2024) 93 points James Suckling: "A well-crafted, balanced and textural red that’s refined and controlled. Aromas of blackberries, black plums and cedar dominate on the nose. Full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Harmonious and pulpy with a flavorful finish and excellent length. 63% cabernet sauvignon, 34% merlot and 3% petit verdot. " (03/2024) Jancis Robinson: "Glowing crimson. Mellow nose. This also seems more approachable than many Napa Cabs. Easy to like! With more substance than the regular Oakville Cabernet from this producer. (JR)" (05/2024)

92 points Wine Advocate: "Aging gracefully, the 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate from Kathryn Kennedy sport a still vibrant ruby color with just a touch of lightening at the rim. Graphite, vanilla bean, currants, cured meats and hints of chocolate all emerge from this medium to full-bodied, supple, layered and gorgeously polished Cabernet. Possessing fine tannin, a solid mid-palate, and beautiful length, it's drinking beautifully today, with a great mix of fruit and secondary aromas and flavors, but it will keep for another decade. (JD)" (10/2016) 92 points Vinous: "Opaque ruby. Deeply pitched, mineral-accented aromas of cherry compote, cassis, pipe tobacco and licorice. Picks up floral and spice character with air, along with a touch of cracked pepper. Sweet and expansive, offering ripe dark fruit flavors and notes of licorice pastille and mocha. Showing more power and brawn than the 2005 today, and I don't think that's just a function of youth. Sexy vanillin oak and fruitcake notes linger on a persistent, penetrating, taut finish. (JR) 92+" (11/2010) K&L Notes: ***Winery Direct - 20-year-old Library Release** Hailing from the small Saratoga estate vineyard planted by Kathryn Kennedy in the early 1970s, this is the winery’s flagship Cabernet Sauvignon. The bottling has long been one of the reference points for Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet, standing shoulder to shoulder with iconic wines such as Ridge Monte Bello and Mount Eden Estate, all famed for their immense ageing potential. Today, Kathryn Kennedy’s son, Marty Mathis, continues to craft the wines from this storied estate, carrying forward one of the region’s great Cabernet traditions.

95 points Wine Enthusiast: "This lively and lifted native fermented Cabernet jumps from the glass with aromas of dark cherry, tobacco and cedar. The palate is a ripe and brilliant wave of raspberry acidity, velvety tannin and rounded flavors of plum, espresso and black pepper. Lovely now, this will age gracefully for at least a decade. *Editors' Choice* (TRC)" (11/2025)

94 points Owen Bargreen: "The outstanding 2023 Acumen ‘Atlas Peak’ Sauvignon Blanc offers serious texture and verve on the palate, loaded with minerals, melon fruits and shades of starfruit with kumquat rind. Rich and fat on the tongue, this is seriously good stuff that will cellar well over the next eight to ten years. Drink 2025-2033." 94 points Tasting Panel: "This Sauvignon Blanc is elegance incarnate, teeming with aristocratic charm. Hints of marmalade, thyme and lime blend seamlessly. Evocative of chalky stone, with tart citrus and a tangy finish, the palate presents a rhythm of flavors that peak and cascade with a musical grace." 93 points The Wine Independent: "The 2023 Peak Sauvignon Blanc sails out of the glass with energetic notes of lime cordial, fresh citron, and elderflower, plus nuances of chalk dust, coriander seed, and wet slate. The medium-bodied palate is refreshing and pure with bags of citrus fruit flavors and a mineral lift on the finish." 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Refined, mouthwatering yet richly flavored, this Sauvignon Blanc from Acumen brings together crisp acidity with aromas of citrus blossoms, zest and hay, with flavors of white nectarine, peach, and flint. An almost creamy mouthfeel brings another layer of satisfaction. (ECB)" (04/2026) 93 points Wine Spectator: "Offers an elegant, almost creamy mix of lemon sorbet, poached pear, Key lime pie and passion fruit curd. Fresh citrus zest, freshly grated ginger and shiso leaf linger on the finish alongside aromatic grace notes of peppery white flowers. (MW) " (08/2025) 93 points Wine Advocate: "Fermented and aged in a mix of new French oak barrels and stainless-steel drums, Acumen's 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Peak features subtle toast and lees notes and just a hint of hazelnut to go along with pear, guava and fig. It's on the ripe side, flavor-wise, while being medium- to full-bodied for Sauvignon Blanc, with a softly creamy feel on the palate and a long, silky finish. (JC)" (10/2025) 93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Clean, crisp citrus and apple fruits emerge from the 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Peak, which shows beautiful purity and focus in a medium-bodied, vibrant style. " (03/2025) 93 points James Suckling: "The nose is lifted, with fresh aromas of orange blossoms, lime zest and passion fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a mineral core, giving notes of flint, fresh pineapple and Meyer lemons. Wonderfully balanced and fresh. Drink or hold." (09/2024)

94 points Wine Enthusiast: "The Hillfighter, a “second label” from WeatherEye, is mostly Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon, with 24% Syrah and 7% Tempranillo. I loved how its dried blueberry, worn saddle leather and graphite aromas reminded me of a mature Bordeaux. The wine's flavors of black cherry are ably backed by fine-grained tannins. *Editors' Choice*" (11/2024) 93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2021 Hillfighter Red Wine is an interesting blend of 35% Grenache, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Syrah, and the rest Tempranillo, and it functions as a catch-all second wine for the estate. Juicy red, blue, and black fruits, spring flowers, graphite, and leafy herb notes all emerge from the glass, and it's a plump, rounded, wonderfully textured and forward red." (07/2024) 93 points James Suckling: "Some meaty undertones here, together with exciting notes of charcuterie, rust, olives and black fruit. It’s savory and full of flavor, with a full body and juicy, medium-firm tannins. Delicious blend of 35% Grenache, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Syrah and 7% Tempranillo." (02/2024) 93 points Vinous: "The 2021 Red Blend Hillfighter opens with an exotic bouquet as blood orange, incense and violet pastille give way to crushed cherries and hints of clove. This is soothingly round and silky in feel with juicy acidity propelling ripe red and blue fruits. Structured yet not overly tannic, the 2021 leaves the senses drenched in primary concentration yet still craving more." (10/2024)

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)

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)

Overshine Wine Co. is a relatively new winery based in Healdsburg. The wines are crafted by renowned winemaker Sam Bilbro (Idlewild). Overshine seeks out truly special vineyards that produce distinctive wines. The goal is simple: let great sites and meticulous farming lead the conversation, keep the winemaking simple and transparent, so the wines are pure, vibrant and authentic. Chalone Vineyard has to be in the top 5 most distinctive vineyard sites in all of California. The combination of radical limestone and granite soils, high elevation, subtle coastal influence but almost high-desert like microclimate, all make this place absolutely unique and singular when it comes to growing grapes. What's interesting is that you VERY rarely see Chalone Vineyard fruit bottled outside of the estate label. This bottling from Overshine is from one of the older blocks at Chalone dating back to the 1960s. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

The fact that we can offer these wines shows the true power of the Anonymous project. Sourced from one of the most prestigious estates in the Santa Cruz Mountains, this Chardonnay reflects meticulous craftsmanship and uncompromising detail. The fruit comes exclusively from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards, featuring heritage clonal selections and Burgundian-inspired, hand-crafted techniques. The result is a focused, precise, mineral-driven wine with elegance and depth. Thanks to a longstanding relationship with the estate, we were able to create a custom barrel selection for this independent bottling. It’s a wine I’ll be pouring as my house white for as long as it lasts. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

Overshine Wine Co. is a relatively new winery based in Healdsburg. The wines are crafted by renowned winemaker Sam Bilbro (Idlewild). Overshine seeks out truly special vineyards that produce distinctive wines. The goal is simple: let great sites and meticulous farming lead the conversation, keep the winemaking simple and transparent, so the wines are pure, vibrant and authentic. Chalone Vineyard has to be in the top 5 most distinctive vineyard sites in all of California. The combination of radical limestone and granite soils, high elevation, subtle coastal influence but almost high-desert like microclimate, all make this place absolutely unique and singular when it comes to growing grapes. What's interesting is that you VERY rarely see Chalone Vineyard fruit bottled outside of the estate label. The Overshine Pinot Noir comes from a very specific block of mature vines planted exclusively to the 667 clone. (Ryan Woodhouse - K&L Domestic Wine Buyer)

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 Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2019 Claret North Coast Red Wine is a killer value, with great lift and freshness throughout. Made from 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah, and the rest Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, the majority of the fruit was sourced from Jericho Canyon. Pouring a youthful purple/red, it is lifted with aromas of graphite, fresh black cherry, cedar, and pine needles. Full-bodied but lifted, it offers ripe tannins, fresh acidity, and notes of fresh red and black fruit, pressed flowers, and turned soil earthiness on the finish. It's drinking well now but is certainly worth cellaring over the next 10 or more years. It’s a great value. (AF)" (07/2023) 94 points Wine Advocate: "The 2019 Claret is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah, 9% Malbec, 8% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. It’s scented of Luxardo cherries and blueberries with detailed nuances of violet, tobacco leaves, pencil shavings and spice. The full-bodied palate is smooth and refreshing with ripe yet understated fruit and a long, elegant finish. It will be long lived in the cellar. (EB) 94+" (10/2024) 94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Sophisticated spices and minerals in the aroma and layered, complex fruits, herbs and spices in the flavor give a lot to explore in this medium- to full-bodied wine. Moderate tannins and light acidity support the array of dark plums, tobacco, toast and vanilla. So tempting to drink now but best from 2026-2036. (JG)" (02/2024) 92 points James Suckling: " Smooth and mellow for a new release, this meaty and complex wine is drinkable now but will age as well. A full body, moderate tannins and an especially velvety texture give it a broad, comforting mouthfeel. Dark plums, some black pepper and roasted cherries expand on the palate. Made with 65% cabernet sauvignon, 10% syrah, and small portions of malbec, petit verdot, merlot and cabernet franc. " (03/2024)

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)

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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.

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)

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