Mellow ripe citrus and yellow pear scents carry through in the mouth with a touch of barley sugar, light mineral grip and clean, balanced acidity. Mainstream California style.
Lemon citrus, a whiff of grapefruit and a hint of butterscotch on the nose rounds out on the palate with creamy lemon citrus and a light splash of butterscotch balanced by refreshing acidity.
A well-priced Napa Chardonnay with the oak influence of cinnamon and vanilla working in tandem with banana, yellow apple, pineapple and cream. There is sound acidity which gives lift. Pair with fish tacos topped with tropical fruits salsas.
A well-priced California Chardonnay. Golden straw in colour, it offers a spicy, clovey nose of ripe apple and pear; rich and full on the palate with a sweetness of fruit at the core balanced by lively acidity.
Textbook Napa, featuring blackberry, cassis, plum and mint wrapped around spice and vanilla. The palate is smooth with a juicy edge, which is the hallmark of the 2014 vintage. Drink over the next three years.
This blend of unidentified red varietals pays homage to “field blends,” the signature wine style of Sonoma from the mid-1800s right up until the 1970s. Plum, blackberry, mocha and undercurrent of weedy tobacco/herbs meet up with 14.5% alcohol. Medium plus length.
A multi-appellation California Cab with lots of upfront blackberry, plum, dark cherry, vanilla, chocolate and spice. Tannins are polished, so it is ready to drink alongside a medium rare rib-eye.