100 Points

Featured Wine Review

CIRQ Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2021

This is an awe-inspiring example of Pinot Perfection that simply must be tasted to believed. Three-dimensional aromas of ripe cherry, bright red berries, and spices. Layers of bright red fruit on the palate and a towering structure that puts this into a category of its own when compared to its peers. So much charisma in... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Rudd Crossroads Mountain Blend 2021

We admired the aromas of chocolate covered cherries and roses that led to luscious flavors including dark cocoa, blackberry, graphite and hints of pecan brownies on the weighty finish. Seriously impressive, particularly considering the price / pedigree value. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Saxon Brown Chardonnay Durell 2018

This is a full-throttle Chardonnay with generous French Oak flavors and buttery popcorn notes that are unmistakably California. We love how winemaker Jeff Gaffner manages to let the chalky and wet stone mineral flavors shine alongside the oak with the juicy flavors of honeycrisp apple and citrusy lemon and lime. Read Full Review →
96+ Points

Sans Liege Mourvedre Reserve 2017

A sumptuous California red featuring bright plum and exotic spice aromas with hints of the complexity of flavors to come. On the palate there’s loads of black currant and chamomile with notes of black pepper, charred meats and savory herbs. The soft, approachable tannins make this a winner now through 2024. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Sentium Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Dazzling citrus led by grapefruit and creamy lemon on the nose. Very energetic and mouth-watering on the palate with passionfruit and mild tropical notes in the background. Shows a lot of precision and minerality throughout. Will be a dream with fresh oysters. Enjoy now through 2028. Read Full Review →
96 Points

Sequitur Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge 2016

This delightfully bright new Pinot launches forth with notes of Pomegranate, cranberry, and fresh wild mushrooms. Wonderfully refreshing on the palate, lively acidity mingles seamlessly with black raspberry, fresh herbs, cocoa and a wonderfully creamy texture leading to a minute long finish. A delectable Pinot Noir from one of Oregon’s best producers. Grab some of... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Sequitur Chardonnay Ribbon Ridge 2017

This second vintage of this continues to be a bright addition to the wines from Beaux Freres co-founder Mike Etzel. This Chardonnay from the Sequitur Vineyard that runs congruous to the Beaux Freres Upper Terraces is brimming with key lime pie, fresh green apple and flinty minerality, leading to a well-balanced palate of baked pears,... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Shafer Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch 2017

Year in year out Shafer consistently offers one of the fullest, tastiest Chardonnays in California, always well-balanced and super-viscous. This 2017 Red Shoulder Ranch is gigantic in pineapple, nectarine, ripe apricot, pear, mango, tangerine and honey, yet so refreshing and dense with mineral edges and a crispness that somehow manages to finish dry. A magical... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Shane Pinot Noir The Charm 2019

Sure to impress savvy Pinot lovers, this boutique discovery features an array of intense fruit (raspberry, blackberry, red cherry and dried cranberry) plus black tea and spices that lead to a palate that is simultaneously elegant and powerful. Fine, fruity tannins introduce a persistent finish highlighted by floral notes and spice. This is drinking beautifully... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2012

This new vintage of Silver Oak’s flagship Napa bottling is a serious intense and full bodied new release. A bouquet of inviting black currant, boysenberries and espresso introduce a balanced palate offering notes of cassis, dark berries, plus hints of smoky oak and tobacco on the finish. Enjoy tonight (recommend decanting) or feel free to... Read Full Review →