California Wine Advisors

A purely opulent thrill ride, a glorious crescendo of sumptuous fruit, seamless balance and profound depth of flavor wrapped within a smooth, cashmere-like texture. Deliciously ripe plums, cherries, toasted pecan and semi-sweet cocoa, culminating in a captivating finish featuring hints of butterscotch that linger for a full minute. Remarkably distinguished and worthy of a 98...

Another big winner (over-delivers!) from Napa’s celebrated 2021 vintage! We savored this sensational upcoming release and highly recommend for enjoyment – – with prime rib – – tonight (after decanting 30 minutes) and/or anytime over the next 7-8 years thanks to the silky smooth and rich texture which features grainy tannins, tangy baking spices (primarily...

A voluptuous and expressive showstopper with a bouquet of gardenia, grilled pineapple, and fresh coconut that flows seamlessly into the creamy, layered mid-palate. Classic yet indulgent, it balances butter, oak, and citrus with precision, delivering notes of brioche, lemon curd, and lightly toasted almonds and macadamia nuts. Hints of savory popcorn and vanilla bring a...

The 2021 Highest Beauty is the best vintage yet of this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from this special site. Dense, chewy and magnificently-layered, it features dark berry flavors and captivating mineral and tobacco notes. At first, I found it very intellectual and serious, but as it opened up it became more playful and downright exuberant with...

Simply stated, this is pure perfection, guaranteed to deliver a truly WOW experience for fans of the most luxurious Napa Cabernet! Intensely flavorful with prodigious dark fruit, a divinely silky smooth texture, and an overall complexity + freshness that reminds me of far pricier Cabernet icons (in prime vintages) or even legendary Bordeaux from Pomerol....

Deep, dense and dark, the new Dark Matter Cabernet is another thriller from Howell Mountain. Structured and built to last but already tasting so exciting and luscious. The texture is so captivating with a velvet-like sensation that glides across the palate. Gushing with dark red fruit and berry flavors that seamlessly combine with baking spices...

A bold and compelling wine marked by driving blood orange acidity and firm tannins that give it a structured, almost brooding edge. Notes of black cherry and dark fruit dominate, layered with intriguing hints of menthol, cinnamon, and a touch of fleshy stonefruit. There’s a striking balance to the acidity lending energy to the wine’s...

This flawless white wine boasts a symphony of alluring notes and is a strong candidate for the most delicious mouth-watering American Sauvignon Blanc we’ve judged. The new Georgia bottling (a best-barrel bottling) is simply magnificent from the beginning with a bouquet of fresh magnolia flowers, star jasmine, and lemon zest. Obsession-inducing notes of passionfruit, kiwi, honeysuckle,...

Pure sultriness from the first note to the last. Inviting aromas of red berry and spices. The palate lines up perfectly behind the nose with bright ripe red fruit flavors that go SO deep. The texture here, though, may steal the show. Seamless, silky sexiness that just captivates thoroughly. Remember when you first fell in...

Holy smokes—this is delicious and pure fun in a glass! Fidelio is clearly ascending to the pinnacle of Sauvignon Blanc with a vintage that bursts with  tropical fruit flavors and a racy, vibrant texture. True to its flashy label, this wine is vivid and unapologetically intense, boasting subtle hints of white peach alongside spicy ginger...