Delectable, purity, expressive.This delectable Pinot Noir comes from Hartford Court estate vineyards adjacent to the Pacific coastline along the Sonoma coastal mountains; the winery is just one of the outstanding wineries owned by Jackson Family Wines.It's a ripe one at 14.9% alc. but it holds its own; classic notes of forest floor and raspberry, cherries and star anise are layered with cardamom, vanilla, cocoa, pipe tobacco and coconut. It has a sweet bouncy character and lovely fruit purity; in this bottle there is more fruit than earth. Expressive and elegant overall, it has a long sweet cola finish with a bit of heat.

Delicate aromas of warm citrus and thyme with underlying mineral character. Medium-bodied. Very nuanced on the palate with the mineral character continuing to color the white-tea and herbaceous flavors. Wonderfully elegant. A real delight. Drink now.

From several sites, including Stellenbosch home-farm. 2018 ripe lemon-lime marmalade tones with lees & complementary vanilla oak, 38% new. Sleek & silky, braced & lengthened by pronounced thread of salty acid.

A brilliant new wine by Erik Kramer, this shows off a pretty core of tart red fruits alongside a great combination of viscosity and tension. The rich mouthfeel entices here. Finishing long with tilled soils and red fruits alongside copious minerals, this is a beautiful 2018 Pinot Noir that is built for the cellar.

Classic, value, juicy.Carmel Road is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Monterey's Arroyo Seco appellation. It is just one of the several dozen outstanding wineries in the Jackson Family Wines (Kendall-Jackson, La Crema, Freemark Abbey, Arrowood, etc.) portfolio.At under $20 this wine offers exceptional value. It has initial earthy and spicy notes, that roll into classic red cherry and rhubarb, pomegranate, red apple peel, fine white pepper, bacon fat and leather. It has a juicy palate with lively red fruits underscored by fine aromatic spices and forest floor flavours. It's got excellent bones and true pinosity.

A floral and herbaceous nose of roses, violets and sage with notes of ripe red cherries and black licorice as well. Medium-bodied with well-integrated tannins and good, steady intensity. Sweet red fruit and fresh mint on the palate. Very attractive. A lovely line of balsamic on the finish. Drink now.

Pleasant aromas of red fruit and berries, ground spice and peppermint. Medium-bodied with fine, well-integrated tannins and nice presence on the palate. While gentle and delicate, there is still good depth of flavor and length. Drink now.

Aromas of green apple, lemon rind, honeysuckle and wet stone. Medium-bodied and very clear and lean in its delivery. There is really precise balance here with steady acidity. Lovely savory character develops on the palate. Elegant and refined. Drink now.

A pretty nose of ripe red fruit and berries, dried herbs and subtle spice. Medium-bodied with well-integrated tannins. Graceful, with a light touch on the palate. Ripe raspberry and rooibos come though. A lighter-feeling style of California pinot. Drink now.

An inviting nose of red cherries, rose petals and red licorice. Medium-bodied with well-integrated tannins. Juicy and vibrant on the palate with underlying floral character. Well balanced and with good intensity. Drink now.

Lemon zest notes flank the concentrated apple pastry and white peach flavors that are supported by fresh acidity. Shows creamy accents midpalate, with a vibrant, mineral-filled finish. Best from 2022 through 2026.

Captures the best of Willamette Valley, with a layered structure that’s crisp yet supple with plump raspberry, orange peel and Darjeeling accents that glide toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2029.

Broad-textured Gala apple and white peach flavors show lemongrass notes, with firm minerality midpalate, followed by accents of dried savory spices on the pure and direct finish. Drink now through 2025.

A savory style, with vibrant acidity to the fresh-cut green apple and ruby grapefruit flavors that are layered with dried tarragon acidity. Shows minerally richness on the lithe finish.

Plush and well-spiced, with a creamy texture to the ripe apple and peach pastry flavors. The finish is loaded with buttered toast accents that glide across the palate.

Well-structured, with crunchy green apple and yellow plum flavors, which are backed by fresh acidity. Minerally snap on the finish with savory accents. Drink now through 2024.

Vibrant and fresh-tasting, with green apple and ruby grapefruit flavors that show dried tarragon accents, finishing with hints of sea salt.

Leads off on a pretty floral note, followed quickly by a display of fresh cassis and plum purée. Ends with light-handed toast and herb on the finish. Drink now through 2023.

A streamlined style, with cassis and black cherry puree notes, laced with light graphite and vanilla-accented toast hints. Drink now through 2022.

Direct, with a core of cherry and plum puree showing just a fleck of savory on the finish. Drink now.

20th anniversary 2018 vintages from Vérité2018 Le Désir has a dark inky appearance with a violet hue that extends to the rim. The compelling characteristics of Cabernet Franc are expressed on the nose and palate with flavours of crunchy cranberry, ripe raspberry, red currant, dried sage, crushed mint, and cinnamon bark; followed by spice cake, subtle vanilla liquor, and singed toast.

20th anniversary 2018 vintages from Vérité2018 La Joie displays a brilliant violet core with a thin rim of bright ruby. Generous fruit-forward aromas of ripe black currant and black cherry are followed by earthy notes of fresh conifer, dried mushroom, black olive, dusty clay, anise and clove.

20th anniversary 2018 vintages from Vérité2018 La Muse radiates a deep ruby-violet colour, which gives rise to perfumed aromas of ripe red and black plum, new leather, violet blossom, and freshly turned clay, framed by sweet baking spices and subtle toast.

22 Intoxicating Holiday Gifts for Wine LoversFrom high-profile Pierre Seillan, who makes wine on Bordeaux’s Right Bank as well as in Sonoma (Vérité), comes a Tuscan project showcasing his favorite variety: Cabernet Franc (representing 73 percent of this wine). High-toned aromas of violets and red berries belie the power and density of the palate that follows, and yet there’s great balance and finesse here, with juicy acidity and rounded tannins.

Rose tinted straw color. Showing a bright, fragrant nose and lively mouth feel, the Brut Rosé is a fruit driven sparkler with notes of creamy strawberry and hints of stone fruit and toast. Finishes with a hint of sweetness.