Paloma Merlot 2017 96 Points
Paloma 2017 Napa Valley

Paloma Merlot 2017

Spicy nose of black cherry and pepper. Juicy, soft and concentrated on the palate. A particularly flashy and full-bodied vintage of this wine. Flavors of black cherry, dark berries, espresso and backing spices. dusty, elegant finish with plenty of length. Best now through 2026.
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Paloma Merlot 2021 96+ Points
Paloma 2021 Napa Valley

Paloma Merlot 2021

Velvety and supple, it glides effortlessly across the palate with a core of black cherry and cassis. Layers of baking spice, vanilla, and a touch of caramel and cocoa emerge at the mid-palate, balanced by subtle oak and a hint of tobacco. Bright and smooth, the wine shows good energy while maintaining depth and refinement....
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Paradigm Cabernet Franc Oakville Estate 2017 96+ Points
Paradigm Winery 2017 Napa Valley

Paradigm Cabernet Franc Oakville Estate 2017

This sensational new release flaunts the tremendous potential of Napa’s best vineyards combined with an artist at the top of her game! Launching forth with a luxurious texture, jammy fruit, and velvet tannins deftly balanced by well-integrated hints of new oak. On the palate, satisfyingly layers of blueberry pie, chocolate cherries, espresso and hints of...
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Patria Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch 2021 96+ Points
Patria Wines 2021 Napa Valley

Patria Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch 2021

Bottomline: this is 100% delicious and an awe-inspiring, undiscovered value. This magnificent wine features an array of bold, dark fruit flavors across a rich and velvety texture. After a few minutes in the glass, seriously tasty, dark fruit flavors including jammy hints of blueberry compote (not sweet) lead into plush tannins and hints of mocha...
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Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2012 96 Points
Patz and Hall 2012 Sonoma Coast

Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Gap’s Crown 2012

A seductive bouquet of black fruit, cooking herbs, and floral notes are expressive right out of the gate. The palate is beautifully balanced, full bodied, and delightfully complex. Black cherry, Asian spice, and raspberries glide along on a structure of supple, fine tannins. This is a serious Pinot that will age gracefully for another 10...
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Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2018 96 Points
Paul Hobbs 2018 Sonoma County

Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2018

The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish.
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Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2019 96 Points
Paul Hobbs 2019 Sonoma County

Paul Hobbs Chardonnay RRV 2019

The 2019 Russian River Valley Chardonnay offers white flowers, orchard fruit and hints of honeysuckle in the dazzling bouquet. Flavors of just-picked peaches and pears, buttery pastry and spice remind us early fall pies, but balanced with brightness like an Indian summer day with a lovely long finish.
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Paul Lato Chardonnay Le Souvenir 2017 96+ Points
Paul Lato 2017 Central Coast

Paul Lato Chardonnay Le Souvenir 2017

The Sierra Madre Vineyard is easily one of the most refreshing and delightful Chardonnays we’ve tried this year. A pristine and clean nose of apple, pear, lemon and lime zest leads to a richer palate of tropical pineapple, vanilla, and warm spice. A hearty dose of acidity balances the richness, leading to a minute long...
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Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir RRV 2018 96+ Points
Paul Hobbs 2018 Sonoma County

Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir RRV 2018

The 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley opens with alluring aromatics of berries and baking spice, introducing flavors of juicy Bing cherries, blackberries and cranberry; bright and spirited with a delightfully silky texture. This is impressive indeed!
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Paul Lato Pinot Noir Big Sur 2021 96+ Points
Paul Lato 2021 Central Coast

Paul Lato Pinot Noir Big Sur 2021

The limited-production Big Sur Pinot Noir is stunning in 2021. Coming from two of Central Coast’s top vineyards, Pisoni and Solomon Hills, this high-quality Pinot truly over delivers. The glass explodes with ripe and pure strawberry and red cherry, beautiful aromatics of fresh roses, lavender, and eucalyptus, and earthy notes of mushroom and dried herbs....
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