Tart and fresh aromas of red plum, strawberry and lightly toasted sage and marjoram draw the nose into this zesty, widely available bottling. The palate lands with pleasantly brisk pomegranate and cran-raspberry flavors, as lavender and rose-petal qualities add nuance. Editors’ Choice.

This has terrific intensity and density to the mango, peach and citrus flavors and bright hard lemon candy notes. Reveals peppery white flower and lime sherbet elements that sing out on the finish, while details of fresh-clipped herbs and green tea linger. Drink now. 666 cases made.

Effusive and fragrant, with lemon blossom, guava and lime flavors that are generous and bold, but there's plenty of restraint too, with a fresh thread of acidity, tarragon, litsea oil and minerality on the vibrant, pristine finish. Drink now. 214 cases made.

Clocking in at under 13% alcohol, this powerfully concentrated, glossy Chardonnay is an impressive expression of this AVA in Willamette Valley’s western foothills. Yellow peach and green banana are accented with hints of honeycomb and chamomile; a sculpted, delicately oaked wine with persistence and longevity. Drink 2023-2033.

Tart and fresh aromas of red plum, strawberry and lightly toasted sage and marjoram draw the nose into this zesty, widely available bottling. The palate lands with pleasantly brisk pomegranate and cran-raspberry flavors, as lavender and rose-petal qualities add nuance. 

Appealing for the restraint and complexity, with fresh apple, pear and citrus flavors that mingle with hints of toasted herbs, wild fennel, honeycomb and wet stone minerality on a fresh, juicy frame. Drink now. 395 cases made.

An elegant shade of reddish purple in the glass, this bottling offers asphalt, game and aged berry aromas on the nose. The palate is lightly bodied by extremely expressive and layered, moving from purple flower and fruit flavors to savory pork fat, wood spice and sagebrush.

This deep, rich expression of Zinfandel, delivers notes of overripe blueberry and blackberry, black plum jam, Mission figs, black-cherry compote, chocolate, vanilla, black pepper and a hint toasted wood. The voluptuousness of the fruit is well-met by the coarse, mouth coating tannins and elevated alcohol and balanced by a solid acid structure. Best Buy.

Delivers nutmeg, marzipan and toasted herbs up front, with baked apple, grilled orange and ripe peach flavors that are plump and complex. Long, harmonious finish. Drink now. 435 cases made.

A handsome, refined blush, with expressive rose petal, strawberry and orange zest flavors. Drink now. 400 cases made.

Made with grapes sourced throughout nine Sonoma County sub-AVAs and partially fermented in stainless steel along with some neutral French oak, this compelling white blended with 2.5% Sémillon begins with a spark of energy. Lean and clean grapefruit bitters hold court with honeydew, dill, Asian pear, and white flowers.

Tense and dynamic, with deeply structured wild berry, crushed stone and dusky spice flavors that build toward broad-shouldered tannins. Hands off for now. Best from 2024 through 2031.

This has aromas of white peaches, apple crumble, custard, cloves and salted caramel. Delicious salty undertones throughout, with a medium body and very fine, creamy bubbles. Long pastry and biscuit notes. Caressing yet structured. Disgorged February 2022. 3g/L dosage. Drink or hold.

This is fresh and aromatic with notes of red and dark berries with dried blood orange, ground spices and savory herbs. Medium- to full-bodied with tension and chalky texture. Tannins are plush and velvety with a vivid core of blue fruits. Firm and flavorful at the end. Try from 2025.

Fat and juicy with a burst of acidity and wonderfully round fruit

Praline, green apples, wet stones, lemons and white grapefruit on the nose. White chocolate and salted caramel, too. It’s full-bodied, concentrated and full of flavor, with creamy and buttery layers balanced by vibrant acidity. Drink or hold.

A combination of dark cherries, racy strawberries and red berries with some roasted black spices and some undergrowth notes. Shows good depth of fruit on the nose with a generous splash of oak spices. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate with juicy, flavorful berries in the spicy finish. Ripe and pretty vertical for a pinot. Still pretty ethereal. Drink now.

Pretty nose of dried roses, strawberries, orange zest, bergamot and nutmeg. Bright and crunchy, with a medium body, fine tannins and a vibrant finish. Drink or hold

This pinot shows fragrant aromas of lavender, crushed hazelnuts, strawberries and hints of caramel. Polished with a medium body, mellow tannins and tangy acidity kicking in. Drink now.

Aromas of lemon pith, pear skin, white almond and yogurt. Medium- to full-bodied with vivid acidity and a polished texture. Some chalkiness to it. Pleasant and satisfying, with a flavorful finish. Drink now.

Soft and creamy with medium depth and great acidity

There is a lighter touch to this than in past vintages, although it's still a dense, compact and richly flavoured wine. A stellar vintage and a gentle extraction (20 days) on skins in oak foudre helped. Pointed northern Rhône-like aromas of blueberry, violet, white pepper, dried nori, black olive and clove. An undercarriage of briar and hedgerow imparts a welcome savouriness. The sinewy tannic mettle suggests this will age well and grow with stature in time.

The wine showed a pale straw color. Grapefruit, lemon candy, ripe peach and apple each arrived on the nose. Grapefruit, lemon candy, lime zest and ripe peach drove the crisp palate followed by notes of graphite. The wine exhibited electric acidity and great minerality. It was light-bodied and demonstrated good length. This wine would be an excellent aperitif on a warm afternoon and would pair well with Kumamoto oysters as the winery suggests.

Offers grilled pineapple, white peach and lemon blossom notes that are robust and effortless on a sleek, juicy frame, with fresh-cut green apple, tarragon and sea spray emerging on the mouthwatering finish. Drink now. 17,000 cases made.

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