Bright ruby. Seductive aromas of red and dark berry preserves, cola and smoky herbs. Sweet, sappy black raspberry and cherry-cola flavors are framed by velvety tannins and gain weight, spiciness and a licorice pastille quality with air. The spice and cola notes carry through a long, alluringly sweet, youthfully gripping finish. I'll bet this will be better with a few more years of aging.

Bright red. Cherry-cola, raspberry and vanilla bean on the nose. Smoky dark berry flavors are enlivened by zesty minerals and pick up a candied floral quality with air. This packs a lot of flavor, but needs time to stretch out. Becomes deeper and chewier with air and finishes with solid grip and powerful thrust.

Deep red with a bright rim. Intensely aromatic bouquet shows red berries, cherry jam, Indian spices and smoky minerals. Deep and juicy, with pliant, medium-bodied red berry flavors, silky texture and a strong jolt of red licorice on the close. Tannins slowly build on the long, sappy finish, but don't detract from the pure, sweet red fruit. The spiciness of this wine is compelling.

Dark red. Deep cherry and dark berry aromas show rooty, cola and herbal qualities reminiscent of a wine from Morey-Saint-Denis. Suave bitter cherry and blackcurrant flavors are framed and enlivened by juicy acidity. Fleshes out on the finish, with the cherry and cola qualities repeating. This is the most backward of this impressive set of pinots.

Dark red. Deep cherry and dark berry aromas show rooty, cola and herbal qualities reminiscent of a wine from Morey-Saint-Denis. Suave bitter cherry and blackcurrant flavors are framed and enlivened by juicy acidity. Fleshes out on the finish, with the cherry and cola qualities repeating. This is the most backward of this impressive set of pinots.

Enticing aromas of orange zest and minerals. Juicy, tightly wound and sharply delineated, with flavors of lemon drop and minerals firmed by ripe acids. Finishes vibrant and quite long. This should age nicely for five to seven years.

Fragrant and distinctive, with a juicy core of lime sherbet, pomelo and orange blossoms. Salted melon, dried mango, honeysuckle, ruby grapefruit and fresh-cut apple notes linger on the sleek finish. Malvasia Bianca, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay and Sémillon. Drink now. 1,500 cases made.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton opens in the glass with a rich blend of cherry sauce and sage, elevated by a whiff of sweet lavender. This is round and supple, with juicy acidity that energizes its ripe red and blue fruits beneath an air of violet notes. Sweet spice and those floral accents resonate through the long, lightly structured finish.

The 2018 Blanc de Blancs wafts up with an airy mix of sweet white smoke, dusty mint and peach sorbet. It cascades across the palate with mineral-infused orchard fruits over a bead of saline bubbles. Crisp and clean, the 2018 Blanc de Blancs finishes with a salty flourish, hints of nectarine and spice.

The NV Brut Éclatant opens with a whiff of white flowers and gingery spice before giving way to nuances of peach sorbet. It's soothingly round, with plush bubbles and ripe orchard fruits elevated by a core of brisk acidity. This finishes perfumed, leaving a sour lime twang. Disgorged: June 2025.
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This 2023 Pinot Noir opens with a bouquet of vivid black cherries, sage and a twist of blood orange. On the palate, it is fruit-forward yet balanced, with a solid core of ripe strawberry and raspberry that adds saturating grip toward the close. Nuanced tannins linger beneath an air of violet and lavender as the 2023 tapers off with admirable length.

Dark olives and red cherries with rose hips, raw spices and a touch of peony. A touch of licorice. Medium-bodied, with firm, dusty tannins turning slightly loose-wound and chewy at the end. Best from 2027.

The lifted, floral nose of this wine delivers aromas of baked cherries and raspberries alongside notions of rose petals, sweet cinnamon, and sage. The palate brings rich tannic structure, supple acidity, and flavors of roasted plum compote, cola spices, black tea, and wildflowers.

Supple aromas of toasted almonds and flowers mingle with vanilla, cream, and roasted pear on the nose of this wine. The palate balances lively acid with flavors of baked apple, nectarine, sweet cinnamon, and flowers at the finish.

Impressive for its intensity and focus, with notes of quince, Meyer lemon and Key lime that are succulent and juicy. Details of orange curd, marmalade, lemon blossom and lemon basil, along with celery salt emerge to make this wine seamless and complete. Drink now through 2038. 260 cases made.

Generous and expressive with lively raspberry and cherry flavors that are framed by dusky spice and fresh violets, finishing with refined tannins. Drink now through 2034. 24,513 cases made.

A gorgeous, generous, fruity wine that’s lightly accented by butter and toast on a full-bodied frame. It feels rich and creamy, with layered flavors full of poached pears and baked apples. Drink now. Screw cap

Structured and complex, this Chardonnay weaves persimmon, salted yellow plum and baked apple with cardamom and oolong flavors. The polished palate is graced with a touch of fruit skin firmness, giving definition to the long finish, which is marked by a hint of toastiness. Drink now through 2032

Pouring a brilliant silver/straw color, the 2023 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast could technically carry a West Sonoma Coast designation. Fresh apples, lemon balm, flowers, and delicate honeyed perfume define the nose. Medium-bodied and light on its feet, it has a lean, floating texture and a clean, wet-stone finish. Drink now or over the coming 3-5 years.

The nose of this Chard leads with aromas of fresh apple, toasted hazelnut, cinnamon, and flaky pastry. The palate delivers rich mouthfeel and opulent flavors of roasted pear, white cherry, lemon balm, apple blossom, and barrel spices across a long finish.

Bracing acidity and a distinctly coastal tension define the 2024 Matanzas Creek Winery Journey Sauvignon Blanc from Sonoma County, where notes of pomelo rind, Thai basil, shaved fennel, and green gooseberry emerge gradually from the glass. The palate turns more savory than overtly fruity, weaving preserved lemon, tart key lime, and crushed herbs through a tightly wound frame that finishes with a spring-sea-breeze lift.

The 2022 La Crema Chardonnay from Russian River Valley carries its richness with a bright backbone, moving through yellow apple, quince, tangerine oil, and ripe melon before a gentle layer of almond cream and baking spice settles in. Concentrated yet lively, it finishes with Christmas spice-tinged depth, clean acidity, and enough lift to keep its creamy texture finely balanced.

The 2023 Kendall-Jackson Outland Ridge Pinot Noir from Alexander Valley carries its hillside origins in a broad, firmly built frame, with rocky-soil grip shaping notes of black raspberry, red plum, crushed clove, and toasted allspice. Full-bodied and concentrated, it shows the depth of a long, cool season while its tannins soften gently through the finish, making it approachable now.

The 2022 Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma County opens with a supple, lifted frame, carrying black raspberry, red plum, cocoa nib, dried dusty violet, and a cooling thread of spearmint. Juicy acidity keeps the palate bright and agile, with gentle tannins shaping notes of Morello cherry and sweet spice through a polished finish.

Lemon, stone fruit and macadamia aromas edged with vanilla, unfolding into luscious texture, razor-sharp acidity and vibrant purity.