California Wine Advisors

After just a few years of cellar time, this Library release displays the glorious potential for the upper echelon of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. Similar to Cult Pinot by Marcassin (vineyards nearby), RAEN has matured beautifully and is just entering the prime drinking window after 6 years in bottle. What a joy to sample this...

Bold red fruit and a velvety texture combine for a sumptuous new Pinot experience. We savored the creamy notes of red fruit, mocha and hints of Christmas spice. Enjoy this beauty now through 2028.

This wine presents as a rich and silky-smooth offering, enticing with its spicy red fruit notes that evoke memories of Pisoni and Gary’s renowned selections. The initial aromas reveal a delightful interplay of strawberry and raspberry, layered with a hint of vanilla. On the palate, a darker character emerges echoing the aforementioned red fruits but...

Complex notes of Asian spice, underbrush, black cherries, incense, and smoke all emerge from the 2018 Pinot Noir Garys’ Vineyard. This is another medium to full-bodied, seamless, elegant, beautifully balanced Pinot Noir from this team.

A richly endowed, full-throttle effort that leans into a darker, more muscular style of Pinot Noir. Aromas of ripe black cherry, cola, leather, and sweet tobacco emerge from the glass, followed by a palate that is creamy, expansive, and deeply concentrated. There is notable oak influence lending structure and spice, yet it is absorbed by...

Bright nose of lively red fruit aromas. Displays ripe strawberry and cranberry flavors as well as freshly made cherry pie and baking spices. Satisfying mouth-filling texture with ample lift and freshness. Gorgeous. Enjoy now through 2025.

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...

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...

An enchanting bouquet of fresh red fruits and spices is followed by loads of wild cherry, plum, and savory herb hints. The distinguished core features opulent red fruit (pomegranate, raspberry) and blue fruits with a lavish mouthfeel. The finish includes ripe cherry pie, deftly balanced tannins, and hints of spices and oak. Recommended to enjoy...

Another gorgeous vintage featuring a bouquet of rose petals and fresh berries wafting from the glass that lead to memorable notes including raspberries, ripe cherries, graphite, baking spices and vanilla. This rich, full-bodied wine possesses beautiful fruit purity, silky tannins and a delightful finish.