Though it is relatively unknown, Arkenstone’s Estate Sauvignon Blanc is up there with the very best expressions of this varietal in the Napa Valley, and the 2022 vintage is spectacular. Though it is always refined and glossy in texture, the 2022 is so silky and seamless due to an extra dollop of Semillon to go... Read Full Review →

This supremely silky new discovery waltzes out of the glass with a bevy of enticing fruit flavors and a certain ‘X’ factor that demanded our attention. Voluptuous layers for dark fruit (blueberry, blackberry, plums) are impeccably balanced with notes of graphite, espresso bean tobacco leaf and mouth-coating tannins on the seductive finish. Enjoy this vibrant,... Read Full Review →

The 2022 DB4 is an ethereal expression of the estate that is lifted, elegant, and quietly complex. Cocoa emerges immediately on the nose, followed by glimmers of blueberry and red apple. On the palate, it’s creamy, layered, and beautifully composed, revealing waves of floral notes, polished fruit, and a supple textures. The balance is exceptional,... Read Full Review →

A beautifully expressive, fruit-driven white that immediately captivates with aromas of ripe peach, apricot, and a touch of tropical nuance. The palate is vibrant and refreshing, revealing layers of stone fruit, hints of banana and exotic citrus. There is a lovely interplay here between ripeness and energy, with a supple, rounded texture balanced by a... Read Full Review →

Deep and sultry in tone, the 2023 Belly of the Whale opens with layered aromatics of dark plum, black cherry, and ripe berry flesh, with hints of cola and red berry seed. On the palate, it is notably silky and precise and lifted by bright acidity that offers poise and energy. Red apple skin and... Read Full Review →