Napa Valley’s historic Freemark Abbey has been in business for over 100 years. Its wine was even included in the 1976 Judgement of Paris. This is a beautiful single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon with deep black and blue berry aromas and hints of dried herbs. The palate is as deep as a Napa Cab can go with subtle yet present tannins soaking into the core of fruit. It's a young wine but it’s drinking wonderfully now.

This is Rutherford from the get-go, with a large, broad-shouldered core of cassis and black cherry notes liberally laced with singed cedar and tobacco. A well-buried iron detail provides a steady underpinning on the fine-grained and lengthy finish. Solid. Best from 2027 through 2040. 1,641 cases made.

An impressive version, offering a firm and compact mix of peach, tangerine, mango and grilled Meyer lemon flavors, with details of salted butterscotch, orange blossoms and white tea that expand on the finish, which is long, broad and fresh. Drink now.

Dense, dark and succulent, with plenty of precision to the details on this polished red. Starts off with a deep core of blackberry, spiced plum and cassis flavors, showing notes of espresso, dried porchini and rosemary. Black and white pepper details and dense tannins leave a lasting impression. Drink now through 2037.—M.W.

Black olive, grilled plum and sage notes are firm and generous up front. Details of white pepper, thyme, eucalyptus and cigar box are expressive and intense, with salted black licorice and black walnut liqueur on the finish. Drink now through 2038.—M.W.

Fresh and vibrant satsuma tangerine, Meyer lemon, pear pastry and ginger notes mingle with Honeycrisp apple and lemon sherbet, with accents of brioche, sweet cream and spices on a supple, elegant frame. Drink now through 2034. 1,139 cases made.

Fresh and vibrant satsuma tangerine, Meyer lemon, pear pastry and ginger notes mingle with Honeycrisp apple and lemon sherbet, with accents of brioche, sweet cream and spices on a supple, elegant frame. Drink now through 2034. 1,139 cases made.

Offers a stunning, precise mix of lemon, apple and pear flavors, with a touch of grilled peach, all on a sleek, mouthwatering frame that gains momentum on the finish. White tea, spice, ginger and lemongrass notes emerge. Drink now through 2036. 246 cases made.

Offers a vibrant, mouthwatering mix of apple, lemon, yuzu and lime, with a firm element of crushed rock minerality. Fresh notes of lemon verbena and lemon basil join freshly grated ginger, lime zest and lemon blossoms on a sleek, impressive frame. Drink now through 2033. 172 cases made.

The 2022 Château Lassègue is terrific and just another incredibly impressive Saint-Emilion in this sensational vintage. Based on 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, its deep ruby/plum hue is followed by a ripe yet vibrant perfume of darker berries, truffly earth, tobacco, and floral nuances. With plenty of classic Right Bank minerality as well as a full-bodied, layered, opulent mouthfeel, it has sweet yet present tannins, impeccable balance, and outstanding length. It offers ample pleasure today yet will cruise for two decades in cold cellars

Notes of black currant, black cherry, black olive, tobacco, bell pepper, iron and sweet spices permeate this sleek, polished red. Harmonious and really comes together on the long, fruit-stained finish. Approachable now, but there's no rush. Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2033.

Talk about convincing. This is firm, rich, impressive and delicious. Redcurrant, florals, woodsmoke and cloves with a potpourri burst on the finish. Lots of fine-grained tannin here. This is both a serious wine, and a seriously good one.

Very deep, colour with a brilliant purple rim; as dark as Australian pinot noir gets. The bouquet is a mixture of fragrant herbs, sweet Turkish Delight, pot-pourri and underbrush, while the palate is medium-full-bodied and very deep, with impressive structure and a long follow-through. Dark cherry is deep within the core and takes its time to emerge. There's a mass of fine, dry, powdery tannin, perfectly balanced with the concentrated flavour. An impressively powerful pinot noir which should have a rosy future.

From the producer's high-elevation estate vineyard, which grows both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and one of the largest vineyards in the Anderson Valley, the 2022 Skycrest Vineyard Chardonnay is aged in a mix of French and Austrian oak, never more than 25% new. Soft layers of pear, melon, and fig accent a medium-bodied palate of tremendous texture and refinement. Aging potential is at least 10 years.

Aged in 100% neutral puncheons, the 2022 Pinot Noir Edmeades Vineyard is made from heritage clones of Pinot Noir, most notably Calera, with 50% whole-cluster in 50% of the final blend. Edmeades has been an estate vineyard for Maggy Hawk since the beginning, bought by Jackson Family Wines in 1988. Fruit was brought in relatively early and winemaking kept minimalist in approach, allowing the soft, supple tannins to cradle a palate of crisp, crunchy cranberry and pomegranate fruit and lithe tannins. Cellar through 2032.

Winemaking behind the 2022 Pinot Noir Afleet consists of 60% whole-cluster fermentation in the final blend, resulting in a lovely lift of tropical fruit and rustic tannin that frames the edges of the wine's medium-bodied, juicy core. It builds cohesion and complexity as it opens, revealing layers of earthy forest, dried herb, and refined tannins. No new oak was used, so plenty of purity is on hand. Enjoy through 2032.

The first vintage of this estate vineyard-designate was 2020. The 2022 Pinot Noir Sable Mountain Vineyard buzzes in intense, chewy earthiness, layering notes of forest floor, dark brooding fruit, cardamom, and oak into a cohesive whole. The tannins are present yet soft, with supple appeal. Sanguine, savory elements give it a feral quality that works well against its medium-bodied ripeness and underlying power and plushness. Enjoy now through 2032.

This sparkling Brut rosé from the Gran Moraine estate, which spent six years en tirage, has floral notes of apple blossom, sweet lemon cream, and ripe, fleshy pears. The palate offers sweet raspberries, tart orange, ample citrus cream, and a savoury scone that pronounces the finish. It is exquisite, rich, and lovely.

A polished yet dynamic Zin, with well-structured raspberry and cherry flavors that offer mint and cracked pepper details as this builds tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2034.

Deeply structured yet agile on its feet, with rich raspberry, roasted anise and cracked pepper flavors that fan out on the detailed finish. Drink now through 2032.

A briar patch in a glass, this is a zesty, old-school Zin, with wild berry and black cherry flavors framed by chunky chocolate, espresso and green peppercorn accents. Ends with appealingly rustic tannins. Drink now through 2035.

Dark and potent yet richly detailed, with blackberry cobbler, roasted sage and licorice flavors that build tension and structure toward broad-shouldered tannins. Drink now through 2035.

Beautifully layered and slightly rich yet well balanced. A luxurious but fresh-tasting wine that leads with toasted almonds and brown butter, then crisp apples and Bosc pears. Winemaker Kristy Melton goes for a middle ground between ripeness and nervy austerity, so this wine reaches a deft balance. Full-bodied. Drink or hold.

A nicely refined yet concentrated and structured wine that defies the challenges of the 2022 harvest. Made from all Rutherford Bench fruit, this gives ample black cherry, blackcurrant, light spearmint and bay leaf flavors on a balanced texture of good acidity and moderate to full, fine-grained tannins. It's a blend of 73% Bosche Vineyard and 27% Sycamore Vineyard grapes with 8% cabernet franc. It was aged in 63% new oak. Drink now or hold.

Aromas of fresh peach, honeysuckle and lemon peel mark the nose of this enchantingly vibrant oak- and stainless-aged Chardonnay from a coastal vineyard. The palate balances between flavors of ripe nectarine and pithy citrus, with mouthwatering acid expanding and contracting throughout the considerable length of the wine. Hidden Gem. —T.R.C.