California Wine Advisors

Shows an immensely complex bouquet loaded with rich red berries, spice, and earth. We were enthralled with the bright notes of bing cherries, blackberries and fresh field strawberries. The hints of lavender, fennel and pipe tobacco led to a compelling finish. The palate is medium-bodied, broody but fresh, with a long, spicy and lifted finish...

This shimmering ruby-raspberry beauty opens with an alluring mix of cherry, wild strawberry, and dark red fruits. The nose is wonderfully complex with herbal tones of rosemary balsamic, thyme, and bay leaf, all grounded by delicate notes of musk, earth, mushroom, and undergrowth. On the palate, the wine is light and bright in energy yet...

This brilliant bottling from Domaine Jean-Baptiste Jessiaume is a testament to the power of a top vintage. With its earthy notes impressively integrated with juicy pomegranate, dry cherry, raspberry, roses, and fresh-cut herbs, one might think this was valued at over $100. In our blind tasting, some of us guessed it to be an Oregon...

This brilliant bottling from Domaine Jessiaume is a testament to the power of a top vintage. With its earthy notes impressively integrated with juicy pomegranate, dry cherry, raspberry, roses, and fresh-cut herbs, one might think this was valued at over $100. In our blind tasting, some of us guessed it to be an Oregon Pinot,...

A dynamic, crowd-pleasing red Burgundy that straddles the line between New World generosity and Old World finesse. Bursting with juicy black cherry and red berries it shows impressive energy and brightness thanks to a lively spine of acidity. Its vivid fruit and polish make it a natural fit for fans of Russian River Valley Pinot...

This delightful red Burgundy from the powerful 2017 vintage possesses the signature aromatic notes of black cherry, blood orange, exotic spice and subtle minerality. Complex and layered, it offers nice tension between ample ripe plum, Earl Grey tea, savory mushroom and baking spices. This is a gorgeous bottle of wine now and will be a...

The Corton Renardes 2018 boasts an ultra-silky texture and an array of sensational red fruit flavors that remind us why we’re so impressed with Burgundy’s 2018 vintage. Primary notes of red apple, cherry, raspberry, and truffle lead to a memorable finish that includes spices and tightly wound tannins. This is a gorgeous bottle of wine...

This offering from Donum is more fresh and bright, with notes of raspberry, cranberry, baking spice and vanilla, Medium bodied on the palate, a nice lift of acidity keeps this wine lively and easy drinking, perfect for drinking now while you age the barrel reserve.

This wine has everything you want in a cool climate Pinot: crisp acidity, beautiful florals, and tangy fruit; however, there’s another layer packed with juicy pomegranate, fresh cranberry, and cherry cola that takes it to the next level. These coastal grapes sit above the fog line, meaning they get to soak up the warm CA...

This concentrated and fruit-packed wine from a storied vineyard has deep, dark and sexy fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry, plus hints of pomegranate and figs on the savory finish. Wow, what a delightful wine now and is worth cellaring through 2026.