California Wine Advisors

The abundance of the 2016 vintage has given us Impetuous, and we couldn’t be more delighted. Aromas and initial palate flavors feature bright cherry, raspberry and fresh blackberries entwined with baking spice. These warm fruit notes are layered with velvety rich chocolate and vanilla bean in a wine that’s full bodied and structured with approachable...

In just the second vintage, this Impetuous Cabernet blend shows why we admire the talents of genius winemaker Martha McCllelan and Checkerboard’ mountain vineyards. Aromas and initial palate flavors feature fresh blackberries and mint chocolate entwined with baking spice. Black fruit notes are layered with velvety rich dark chocolate and vanilla bean in a Cabernet...

This intensely delicious Cabernet is a contender for bargain of the vintage thanks to deeply satisfying notes of red fruit, dark chocolate and hints of cashew plus coconut on the finish. The lingering pleasure is a bit reminiscent of Tobblerone. This beauty will impress all Napa fans now (decant prior to 2024) through 2029.

This new show-stopper launches forth with alluring notes of caramel, monumental black fruit, deftly balanced tannins and hints of white chocolate across an ultra-silky texture. This immensely age-worthy winner features alluring hints of Mexican chocolate and walnut brownies on the voluptuous finish. Decanting recommended prior to 2020 and savor every sip of this dreamy red...

An irresistibly hedonistic Cabernet that over-delivers with pure, crowd-pleasing energy. Bursting with juicy blackberry and cherry fruit, it’s wrapped in a plush layer of vanilla cream and exotic coconut, giving the wine a decadent allure, yet without any sense of heat. Beneath the opulence there’s layered graphite, violets, and cedar, while chalky, well-balanced tannins provide...

The new King’s Row is another thriller, reminiscent of the finest 2015 reds as it demonstrates the luscious nature of this vintage. Aromas and initial palate flavors feature bright cherry, raspberry and fresh blackberries entwined with baking spice. These warm fruit notes are layered with velvety rich chocolate and vanilla bean in a wine that’s...

This sensational new Cabernet from Pritchard Hill is sourced from vines directly next to Continuum, and the quality in the glass shows. Fans of Hundred Acre will swoon over deep, rich mocha, baking spice, sumptuous cassis and savory herbs. A delicious balance of fruit, velvety tannins and acidity leads to a minute long finish. Enjoy...

This velvety smooth Cabernet blend dazzles with dark fruit and silky tannins melded together harmoniously for a supremely impressive wine experience now through the next decade. In fact, this boutique discovery reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200 – $300 per bottle (no surprise once we discovered the – confidential – vineyard sources in...

Dark fruit and velvety smooth tannins melded together harmoniously for a dream pairing with any grilled meat dishes now through 2028. The bouquet boasts captivating aromas of baking cocoa and spices that lead to seductive layers of dark fruit complimented by seamlessly integrated French oak. Intensely satisfying hints of black cherry, blueberry and vanilla linger...

Once again, this esteemed Cabernet blend impresses with seriously delicious, dark fruit and velvety smooth tannins that remind us of far pricier red wines. The bouquet boasts captivating aromas of baking cocoa and pipe tobacco that lead to seductive layers of seductive fruit complimented by seamlessly integrated French oak. Intensely satisfying hints of savory spices...