California Wine Advisors

Another inspiring white wine from Burgundy’s celebrated 2019 vintage, this supremely delcious new arrival dazzled us with a galaxy of elegant fresh fruit flavors. The bouquet launched forth with audacious notes of honeysuckle and fresh gingerbread. The velvety rich texture leads to mesmerizing flavors including grilled pineapple, pears, poached apples, lemon crème Brule, and even...

A truly brilliant new Châteauneuf du Pape from the highly-anticipated 2019 vintage. Bright and ultra-fresh notes of wild strawberries, raspberries, and cherry lead to hints of candied red apple. We adored the symphony of lavish flavors on the mid-palate (including kirsch, framboise, black cherry, blueberry) and the monumentally delicious finish that dazzled with notes of...

Simply gorgeous (!) this winner launches for with flashy, succulent, and satisfying red fruit making it one of the most awe-inspiring Pinot Noir of 2018 or any other vintage for that matter. Paul Lato is a true master of balance and finesse, with ripe cherry and raspberry perfectly balanced by savory baking spices and subtle...

An outrageously-delicious + refreshing wine that delights with power and elegance. The bouquet is dominated by dazzling aromas of lemon oil, honeysuckle and passion fruit. The creamy palate showcases exotic flavors of papaya, honeydew melon, hibiscus, and a subtle hint of toasted oak. There’s a lot to love here; a refreshing thriller you’ll find yourself...

The 2019 edition of Continuum ‘Novicium’ contains a significantly higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (compared to the Estate bottling) and vividly displays why the fruit from their Pritchard Hill Estate is coveted by collectors world-wide. This rare treasure delivers a luxuriously smooth combination of bold and rich dark fruit & delightfully fresh tannins that provide...

Our team was enchanted with this brand new release with team notes (unedited) that included exclamations of ‘oh wow! This is beautiful’ and ‘sooo pure and delicious.’ Initial notes of apple crisp, fresh pineapple and pears lead to toasted caramel (think top layer of Crème Brûlée) and creamy oak on the savory finish. The delightfully...

With its delicate, pinkish hue and magnificent pearlized ribbon, the Charles VII Rose stands apart for its intense, fresh fruit notes of strawberries, cherries, and hints of cassis against a backdrop of mineral notes for enhanced freshness. This bright, seductive cuvee is delightful as an aperitif, enjoyed throughout the evening or to accompany an array...

This intensely delicious new release is velvety smooth in texture whilst featuring an array of spicy fruit flavors including plums and raspberry underscored by hints of graham cracker from the enchanting French oak. Classic Oakville tannins support the full, round palate, and spice lift the long, seductive finish.

The fresh and fun new release of Kenzo’s boutique Rosé is another winner! We savored the brilliant notes of fresh raspberry, creamy strawberry, ruby red grapefruit and oolong tea. The mid-palate flexes a bit of muscle, and then features ripe red strawberry in a memorable finish. This is a perfect Spring and Summer sipper that...

The exhilarating 2019 Accendo Laurea Cabernet Sauvignon delivers an inspiring combination of deeply delicious, dark fruit + a freshness that bodes well for both short term and long term thrills. Notes of blueberries, blackberries and chocolate-covered espresso beans with hints of baking spices and graham crackers on the finish. The delightful journey crescendos with creamy...