Ratings and Accolades
Napa Valley
Cuvée 38 Red Wine
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94 points, Platinum Medal - 2015 vintage
- San Diego Wine Competition, 2018
94 points, Platinum Medal - 2014 vintage
A blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that over-delivers at this price point. Bright blackberry, cassis, mild dried herbs and lively fall spice ride on a supple structure and finish with muscular grip that will benefit from a pairing with bold red-meat preparations.- 2017 Sommelier Challenge
90 points, Gold Medal - 2013 vintage
Garnet black color. Toasty, spicy, attractive aromas and flavors of dark berry pie a la mode, buttery nut brittle, and cocoa with a silky, bright, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, intriguing, medium-length spiced apple and pomegranate, creme brulee, and cedar finish with well-integrated, chewy tannins and moderate oak. A crisp, nicely layered red blend with chewy oak.- Beverage Testing Institute
91 points - 2012 Vintage
Excellent, Highly Recommended"Stylish oak melds seamlessly with black raspberry and pomegranate on this medium bodied, rectilinear red. The main thrust is of tart red berry, cacao husk, and firm, ripe tannins, with sleek cocoa, vanilla, and spice box notes emerging toward the end."
- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2016
Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
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93 points, Gold Medal - 2014 vintage
Black violet color. Jammy aromas of blueberry oatmeal bar, chocolate covered cherries, and peony with a round, crisp, fruity full body and a warming, nuanced, long leather, mulberry, salted caramel, and earth finish with earthy, well-integrated tannins and moderate oak. A delicious, intriguing cabernet with shining fruit and earthy accents.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2017
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91 points, Highly Recommended - 2013 vintage
This is a wine full of toasty cedar, fresh black currant, and green mint aromatics. The palate combines these flavors with a touch of dark chocolate and ground coffee bean. Soft tannins give the wine a dry finish.- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2016
91 points, Gold Medal - 2012 vintage
Violet black color. Aromas of chocolate wafer bar, powdered berries and limes, and butter roasted nuts with a satiny, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a dried blueberry, roasted citrus, and cocoa accented finish with ultra fine tannins. A delightful sipper or table wine.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2014
Napa Valley
Merlot
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94 points, Platinum Medal - 2015 vintage
- San Diego Wine Competition, 2018
93 points, Gold Medal, Cellar Selection - 2014 vintage
Ruby color. Oaky, elegant aromas of polished fine furniture, ripe forest berries, curaçao oranges, and white peppercorns with a velvety, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and an effortless, involved, medium-long cranberry relish, walnut, and blackberry finish with well-integrated tannins and moderate oak. A rich and dry, sophisticated Merlot full of exquisite oak.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2017
Silver Medal, Highly Recommended - 2013 vintage
Bright medium garnet black color. Bright, savory, creamy aromas of berry creme brulee, pickled tomatoes, and roasted nuts with a soft, tangy, dryish medium-to-full body and a warming, involved, medium-length wet slate and dried sour cherries finish with well integrated tannins and moderate oak. A nicely balanced merlot that has a dry, minerally Old World character.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2015
90 points, Gold Medal - 2012 vintage
Ruby color. Aromas and flavors of cherry pie, toffee, and toasted meringue with a silky, tangy, fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, charming finish with notes of plum, delicate spice, pepper, and cedar with chewy tannins and light oak. A tasty, juicy, spot-on merlot.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2014
Sonoma Coast
Pinot Noir
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94 points, Platinum Medal - 2016 vintage
- Winemaker Challenge, 2018
91 points - 2013 vintage
Excellent, Highly Recommended. A shy aroma of cherries and subtle spice slowly work out of the glass and into the nose, until a playful medley of flavors approaches confidently. Flavors of ripe strawberry, bright cherries, smashed raspberries, and a whisper of oak mingle before a subtly spicy finish.- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2016
89 points, Strong Recommendation - 2012 vintage
Deep black cherry color. Offers toned down aromas of carob, cocoa, fig, leaves. Taste profile is charged with animated, dry flavors of black plum, rhubarb, strawberry jam. Moderate tannins last deep into the silky finish.- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2014
Sonoma County
Sauvignon Blanc
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Silver Medal - 2017 vintage
"Aromas and flavors of jasmine, white rose, passion fruit confection, and mango chutney with a crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a medium-length finish. A perfumed and charming Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc; clean and bright."- Beverage Testing Institute, 2019
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91 points, Gold Medal - 2016 vintage
- Critics Challenge, 2018
89 points, Silver Medal - 2016 vintage
Bright straw green color. Aromas and flavors of nectarine, tropical melon, lime, and grapefruit with a soft, dry medium body and a polished, refreshing, easy finish...An elegant Sauvignon Blanc with a surprising burst of tropical fruit.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2017
Monterey
Chardonnay
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91 points - 2017 vintage
"Excellent, Highly Recommended. A classic nose of baked apple, seared oak, lemon butter, toasted marshmallow, and marzipan. The palate’s bright acid and generous weight combine to reign in the luscious flavors and lead to a finish that shows a slight kiss of barrel tannin."- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2019
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88 points, Silver Medal - 2016 vintage
Golden yellow color. Fruity, sweet aromas...a velvety, fruity medium body and a smooth, captivating, easy apple pie with a buttery crust, allspice, lime, and white pepper finish with well-integrated tannins and a suggestion of oak. A lovely chardonnay whose fruit is complimented by subtle pepperiness.- Beverage Testing Institute, 2017
93 points - 2014 vintage
- Critics Challenge, 2015
Silver Medal - 2012 vintage
- San Diego Wine Competition, 2014
Bordeaux
Red Wine
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Silver Medal, Highly Recommended - 2018 vintage
"Deep purple color. Aromas and flavors of boysenberry jam, compressed watermelon, and cola with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a warming, medium-length finish that exhibits notes of dark chocolate with chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A friendly, fruity Bordeaux that will please a lot of palates.""- Beverage Testing Institute, 2019
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