Deep purple color with aromas of blackberry, red currant, cassis and chocolate. On the palate the wine is rich, savory and full bodied. It finishes with firm, silky tannins and great persistence.
Napa Valley, CA
Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. We farm Cabernet grapes in eight of Napa’s 16 sub-appellations, with diversification enabling us to make the best possible wine in a given year. Our Cabernet offers layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis, and ripe dark berries.
Napa Valley, CA
A gorgeous nose of boysenberry, cherry, strawberry, cedar, sage and licorice. On the palate, the alluring fruit flavors are underscored by bright acidity, firm polished tannins and notes of fig, licorice and cinnamon that linger on the well-structured finish.
Napa Valley, CA
Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain has an incredibly evocative nose of crème de cassis, plum preserves and fresh wild blueberries with touches of chocolate mints, tilled soil, yeast extract, chargrill and scorched earth. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the mouth with fresh, crunchy black fruit, framed by firm, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long with bags of energy.
Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA
This Cab is deep garnet in color with aromas of cranberry, dark chocolate, vanilla and exotic spice. Medium in body, and boasts bold flavors of raspberry, cocoa nib and pepper that stand out from the oak and spice-laden finish.
Lodi, California
Pure elegance in a glass. Aromas of black cherries, pomegranate, dried cranberries and a hint of graphite channel classic Bordeaux. Its lovely, silky texture coats the palate with layers of black cherries and a touch of cedar from French oak’s fine tannins. From beginning to end, the balance carries all the way through.
Sonoma County, CA
Deep purple ruby, slightly lighter at the rim showing slight staining on the glass. Aromatic with black cherry & blackcurrant fruit, oak & cigar box notes with cocoa and a subtle purple floral note. Dry, moderate bodied, with ripe black currant, black cherry and red fruit brightness on the entry. Balanced oak, vanilla spice & brioche notes. The finish is moderately long and fresh with sustained rounded fruit and lingering baking spice balanced nicely by firm, smooth tannins.
Paso Robles, CA
Dark ruby/purple core with ripe black cherry & cassis fruit, vanilla & cinnamon spice with cedar, graphite, & licorice notes over an oak background. Dry, full-bodied with ripe, complex black fruit of cherry & blackcurrants with baking spice on the entry. Mid palate has ripe fruit with savory dried leaf, cedar, anise, camphor & cocoa with firm tannins and sweet spice notes that add complexity. Fruit, spice, and savory elements mix through a long, finish with lingering tannins.
Paso Robles, CA
A deep red ruby color. The nose offers elegant notes of cassis, black cherry, chocolate, licorice, cloves, cinnamon and an exotic touch of orange. In the mouth, the texture is velvety and loaded with black currant, liqueur of cassis, game, black berry liqueur, black olives, coconut, plum, and an iron-like minerality. The mouth feel is round, refined, complex and meaty with an incredible length of finish.
Napa Valley, CA
This wine is vibrant dark purple with a fuchsia rim. The nose is expressive, with aromas of red fruit, cassis and toast. The wine is full-bodied, packed with flavors of boysenberry, raspberry and black cherry, along with notes of sweet tobacco, cedar and vanilla. Supple tannins carry through to a lingering finish.
Napa Valley, CA
Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep ruby color with aromas of ripe blackberry, red and black currants. Flavors of blackberries and ripe plum fill the mid-palate, entwined with black currant, mocha and black pepper, providing for a full-bodied and rich wine experience. The soft tannins and sweet oak balance lead to a long and lingering finish. Juicy rib eye with herb butter, Point Reyes blue cheese, dark chocolate covered blueberries.
Napa Valley, CA
The 2013 Hillside Select is a rich, expansive wine balanced by liveliness and energetic aromas and flavors. This vintage is a liquid feast of black cherry, dark chocolate, briar fruit, black tea, cola, blackberry, tobacco, and a touch of aromatic herbs. All this abundance comes wrapped in slate minerality while wearing its Stags Leap District tannins with silky ease.
Napa Valley, CA
The flagship 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Padron is 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, all brought up in new French oak. This deep purple-colored effort offers a beautiful bouquet of spiced plums, incense, and crème de cassis. Thick, rich and opulent, with beautiful density and depth, it stays fresh and lively and has ripe tannin. It’s a terrific Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon to drink over the coming 15-20 years.
Napa Valley, CA
Maroon in color with a garnet hue, this wine has an enticing nose of maraschino cherries, blackberry bramble and brisket with notes of clove and star anise. It’s mouthwatering with a juicy entry and has a fruity mid-palate of currant with toasted vanilla and roasted brown sugar character from American oak barrels. Structured tannins provide an elegant character with a long and expressive finish. Given proper cellaring, this wine will provide drinking pleasure through 2041.
Sonoma County, CA
Robert Parker 100 points
Deep garnet-purple in color, is still very tight and youthful, unfurling to reveal a multifaceted wine with tons of black, blue & red fruit sparks—plums, cherries, black currants & red currants—with chocolate, cedar, black tea & red roses in the background plus wafts of pencil lead & prosciutto. Medium-bodied & firmly textured by superbly ripe, grainy tannins, it has a fantastic core of intense, complex layers, finishing on an edifying mineral note. Wow!
Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon opens with intriguing plum, ripe fig and allspice aromas. On the palate, the wine offers flavors of ripe blackberry, chocolate-covered cherry and hints of cedar. There’s a nice palate weight and texture with ample, yet fine-grained, tannins and a soft finish.
Napa Valley, CA
Offers an inviting nose of ripe raspberry, boysenberry and black cherry fruit along with hints of cinnamon and lightly roasted coffee. The palate has a rich core of fruit and silky tannins that lead to a lingering berry pie and baking spice filled finish.
Napa Valley, CA
This Cabernet Sauvignon presents with deep and dark, purple hues. Aromas of black currant add a spicy background with anise, black pepper and dense blackberry. The flavors of ripe, mountainside Cabernet Sauvignon suggest boysenberry, dark chocolate, graphite and toasted oak. This is a highly structured wine with a polished finish.
Napa Valley, CA
A well-crafted wine sourced from outstanding vineyard sites rooted throughout California. The winemaking team works with some of the best vineyards to produce lush, flavorful and dynamic wines, speaking to their stellar origins.
Napa Valley, CA
Ulysses 2014, with its breadth of dimension and creamy texture, offers rich tobacco, ripe plum and fig aromas balanced beautifully by a long, supple finish.
Napa Valley, CA
Dense blackberry and ripe black cherry aromas that give way to shaved semi-sweet chocolate, blueberry pie and vanilla bean on the palate. Hints of cinnamon, sage and graham cracker circle back around to a lengthy finish loading with cassis, plum and boysenberry.
Columbia Valley, WA
Showcases pronounced aromas of cherry and blackcurrant with undertones of toasted oak. A smooth, well-balanced palate framed with lingering tannins on the finish.
Yakima Valley, WA
Aromas of raspberry, black cherry, baking spices, and vanilla bean. Flavors of blackberry compote, toasted hazlenuts, and wet stones. Rich mid-palate with velvety tannin structure.
Walla Walla, WA
Borne of Fire epitomizes the terroir of The Burn. This rugged, yet elegant wine leads with herbal expressive aromas laced with pomegranate and stony minerals. Upon tasting the wine, powdery tannins frame flavors of cherry, currant, savory spice, and red pepper. A green coffee inflected finish rounds out the overall experience.
Columbia Valley, WA
Red fruit aromas with hints of black pepper lead to a palate bursting with mixed berry pie flavors with traces of sweet vanilla from the oak. Medium bodied with balanced acid and soft, integrated tannins, finishing with lingering cherry notes.
Columbia Valley, WA
Aromas of ripe plums, cassis, pencil shavings and espresso roast. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, rich and generous, with an ample core of fruit, juicy acids and a flavorful finish.
Duckhorn Wine Company
Red Mountain, WA
The wine offers aromas of black cherry, currants, cinnamon and rose petals with subtle notes of vanilla and milk chocolate. Tannins are rich and refined on the finish, a characteristic of Red Mountain fruit, with flowers of berries, dried fruit and cocoa that lingers forever.
Red Mountain, WA
“Bright, dark ruby-red. Blackberry, licorice, wild herbs & bitter chocolate on the nose, with some savory notes. Fine-grained, glossy & super concentrated, boasting flavors of dark berries, bitter chocolate, cocoa powder & sexy Taransaud spices complicated by a subtle savory quality. This brooding wine is still an infant but already delivers noteworthy sex appeal like texture. Finishes with big, sweet tongue and tooth-dusting tannins and terrific mounting length.
Columbia Valley, WA
Depth and layer upon layer, black cassis, dark cherry, tobacco leaf, and morels. Then, pushes on to a full palate, that is savory, mineral-driven and earthbound. Smooth, long, compelling... in a word: harmonious.
Benton City, WA
A beautifully dark and saturated color that leads in to aromatics of raspberry, blackberry cobbler and cocoa powder. Digging deeper reveals sage brush, menthol and rosemary that evolves and opens with grace over time. A large mouthfeel of dark fruit, dark chocolate and enticing length with perfect acidity for balance. Incredibly rich and lush, this wine is complex & ridiculously layered.
Walla Walla, WA
From Bledsoe Family Winery, Flying B 2016 is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Syrah aged in 64% new French oak for 20 months. At this stage in its development—the nose is heavily laden in primary fruit—juicy blackberries, black currant, & black cherry precede lighter tones of cinnamon, vanilla bean paste, and sweet tobacco. In the mouth, ample black fruit fleshes out the core. Suave tannins and balanced acidity contribute to this wine’s overall deliciousness and length.
Walla Walla, WA
A rich layered wine with cheery cobbler, anise, vivid blackberry and currents. Aromatic and robust, but nicely balanced with a refined structure of gentle tannins. Very well received.
Walla Walla, WA
A classic for sure. This Cabernet is a bold fruit forward wine with a strong emphasis on the dark cherry and blackberry aromas. It has been aged in French oak barrels giving it great tannin structure including nuances of smoke and nuts.
WA
Dark brooding blackberry balanced by bright bing cherry notes, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from both Wahluke Slope and Red Mountain in Washington state. The opulence of fruit is dominant, balanced by smooth tannins and a long finish. This is the first release of Washington Cabernet Sauvignon by renowned winemaker Andre Mack, famous for his Oregon projects.
Columbia Valley, WA
This Cabernet was aged for 23 months in French oak prior to bottling. It offers aromas and flavors of red and dark fruits along with herbal and milk chocolate accents. This finishes long and has mouthwatering acidity.
Red Mountain, WA
Dark garnet verging on purple. Mouth coating intensity, ripe blackberry flavors with a hint of herbs that is the hallmark of wines from Red Mountain. While the wine is big & rich its pleasant mouthfeel is a result of carefully managed tannins which are evident, but seamless.
Red Mountain, WA
Savory aromas of bouquet garni, rose petal, and cocoa. A robust core of blackberry and plum with notes of black currant and cigar box are framed with polished tannins on a rich, harmonious finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
Impenetrably dark. An explosive nose of coffee, red and blackfruits, Russian sage, and garden herbs. Lesser notes followof crème cassis, currant, and black olive. On the palate, thewine is dense, sweet, and broodingly dark. Simply perfectfine-grained tannins melded with laser-focused acidity deliverimpressive length that lingers on the palate.
Walla Walla, WA
Aromas of cassis, blackberries, petroleum jelly and burning embers. On the palate, it's full-bodied, ripe and powerful, with an expansive attack and an ample core of dark berry fruit, underpinned by a fine-grained, stony chassis of ripe tannins.
Columbia Valley, WA
Aromas dominated by Marionberry and dark chocolate, accented by hints of mint and molasses. Supple, focused and expressive, layering coffee-accented blackberry and currant flavors with polished tannins and hints of cedar and smoke.
Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, WA
Balanaced, soft and approachable. With flavors of blackberry, vanilla and subtle spice notes this wine has silky tannins and a lasting finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
Alluring aromatics of black pepper, charred oak, and dark berries introduce notes of van cherry, red apple, and sweet fresh tobacco on the palate. Medium-bodied and balanced with a supple tannic structure.
Columbia Valley, WA
Cassis and framboise dominate the nose on this vintage. Exotic Moroccan spice leads to notes of black and blue fruit cobbler. Black currant is front and center on the palate, showing off the brightness of tart fruit with dark undertones, mingling with hints of eucalyptus. The harmonious combination of acidity and rich tannins give this wine a long finish that will stay with you long after you put down your glass.
Walla Walla, WA
Black currant leads from the nose through the mid-palate. The fruit evolves into dark blackberry with hints of cocoa and vanilla. This is a big, structured wine with nice lingering flavors.
Columbia Valley, WA
Subtle aromas of violets, strawberries and raspberry lead to darker notes of black cherry and plum on the nose. On the palate blackberry, cassis and chocolate dominate with hints of chalk and spice. The firm structure frames the extended silky finish of black fruits.
Red Mountain, WA
This full bodied wine truly expresses what Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon has to offer. Lush aromas of cherry, raspberry, and boysenberry lead into earth and spice notes with a long finish of chocolate and black cherry. Enjoy exploring The Cosmic Egg.”
Columbia Valley, WA
Deeply colored red wine shows a complex nose of baking spice, black olive and graham integrated beautifully with aromas of ripe black fruits. In the mouth the wine is rich and elegant, showing subtle notes of herb and black berry. Integrated tannins enhance the texture and give proportion; the finish is complex, generous, and long.
Walla Walla, WA
The Catena Cabernet Sauvignon shows a dark ruby color with violet tones. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of ripe raspberries, and cassis with notes of pepper and clove. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich and displays layers of black currant and black raspberry with notes of cedar, tobacco and leather. This Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant wine with silky tannins that provide structure and a long and persistent finish.
Mendoza, Argentina
Intense and deep red color with purple edges. Expressive and intense with cassis and black currant aromas. Elegant with round and persistent tannins, with fresh cherry along with a light toast flavor.
Colchagua Valley, Rapel Valley, Chile
An intense, deep purple color with bluish-black tones. On the nose, aromas of blackberries, black cherries, black plums with subtle notes of vanilla & dark chocolate & savory hints of green olive & a stony minerality. On the palate, a complex unfolding of layer upon layer of red currant, eucalyptus, & black pepper. Black cherries & blackberries give way to cassis followed by a hint of saline minerality. The wine is has a firm tannic structure providing the backbone for the lush fruit.
Argentina
A ripe, black fruit, plum, leafy herbs and mineral-scented effort that has medium to full-bodied richness, moderate mid-palate depth and tons of upfront charm.
Columbia Valley, WA
This lovely red offers cherries, plum, cocoa, and spice. A delightfully robust mouth feel and nice structure. It has a smooth finish and soft tannins. You are going to need more than one bottle.
Columbia Valley, WA
Plums, Asian spices, graphite and dried flower-like characteristics all emerge from this beauty that is layered, medium to full-bodied, concentrated and textured.
Columbia Valley, WA
This lush and inviting Merlot displays layers of black cherry, blueberry, and cassis, underscored by vanilla and cocoa. On the palate, balanced acidity adds poise and elegance, while silky tannins carry the wine to a fruitful and concentrated finish.
Sonoma County, CA
A fleshy entry and juicy layers of Bing cherry, raspberry, and plum, along with hints of blueberry, cedar, vanilla, and clove. Underscored by polished tannins, the juiciness of the entry evolves into a lush, silky texture that carries the flavors to a long, generous finish marked by notes of freshly ground coffee beans with a splash of ripe, red cherry.
Napa Valley, CA
A dark rustic red, featuring rich, fragrant scents of blueberries, coffee beans, leather, & a hint of pomace, enhanced by notes of violet, anise, & wildflowers. The palate is silky, then builds with flavors of dark berry crumble & shaved chocolate. Tannins start off soft, holding onto their softness & fine texture even as they become more pronounced. This is a wine that fills & coats the mouth, leading into an extremely long finish marked by flavors of coffee beans & dark cocoa.
Napa Valley, CA
Dark fruits and vanilla with hints of pomegranate and a delightful note of toffee. It is bright in acid. Full of cherry and red berry fruits. A complex balance of tannins and acid cascade down the tongue into a long smooth finish.
Walla Walla Valley, WA
Medium-dark in color with a mature red hue. Varietal aromas of black plum and violet meld with a barrel signature of hazelnut and brown baking spices, while the generous fraction of Malbec in the blend accentuates bright fruit tones and contributes a note of hibiscus flower. Firm tannins and lively acidity cascade to a lengthy red-fruit finish.
Paso Robles, CA
Offers a downright voluptuous and incredibly sexy style in its ripe blackcurrants, toasted spice, chocolate and licorice aromas and flavors. Broad, expansive, layered and pleasure bent, with ripe tannin, it's a knockout Merlot that's going to have 10-15 years of drinkability.
Columbia Valley, WA
The 2013 vintage has rich concentrated aromas of cherry, raspberry and vanilla that lead into flavors of spice and chocolate. It is subtle and soft with a lingering toasted oak finish. This wine was created to enjoy now, or for many years to come as it will age gracefully.
Columbia Valley, WA
Concentrated black cherry with hints of clove entwine on the inviting nose followed by velvety layers of black cherry, plum and other black fruits. Dusty layers of soft tannins, dried cherries, black fruits, nuances of clove and hints of chocolate melt together on the long, silky finish.
Red Mountain, WA
Rose petal red. Aromas of blackcurrant syrup, slow-cooked brisket, cumin and pepper with light floral notes of violet and dry chamomile. The palate is sweet and tart with a fruit-forward attack of black cherry, plum and pomegranate. It's dense without heaviness and has rounded tannins. The finish is juicy and seamless and lingers.
Napa Valley, CA
Columbia Valley, WA
Very expressive and vibrant with currants, cherries, fresh tobacco and star anise. This wine twists and turns broadly, but with focus, continuing with cured meats to a warm gravel finish.
Walla Walla, WA
Crafted in a different style than the slightly herbal food wines of BAER’s Bordeaux style blend, the Callisto is more open textured, more plush, with ripe black fruit, vanilla and baking spices.
Woodinville, WA
Opens with a nose of black cherries and red fruits. Bright acidity on the palate makes one think of pie cherries and cranberries and is balanced by a hint of sweetness. It finishes with enticing notes of chocolate, warm spices, and soft, smooth tannins.
Columbia Valley, WA
A core of juicy wild blackberry, dark blueberry cobbler, cassis, while the Merlot shows a riper dark cherry fruit. The Merlot also softens the tannins and adds texture on the generous and pleasing mouthfeel. Malbec contributed dark plum and briary blackberry notes, while the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot completed the blend with nuances of violet, wild sage, and anise seed.
Napa Valley, CA
Charged with ripe berry flavors, hints of spiced chocolate, mocha, and a rich roundness of well-integrated oak.
Columbia Valley, WA
Bright ruby-red. The nose offers a panoply or aromas without any sign of excess ripeness: huckleberry, alpine raspberry, plum and coriander, with sexy oak tones and a hint of medicinal lift. Wonderfully elegant, silky and tactile, with compellingly sweet currant and black cherry fruit perfectly balanced by harmonious acidity. A complete wine with great texture and energy.
Columbia Valley, WA
Lush, ripe plums, red currants, black cherries, and a hint of dried roses and herbs on the nose are balanced by acidity and tannins that are smooth and graceful, not overbearing. Rich on the palate and long on the finish.
Walla Walla, WA
Inviting pure fruit aromas of cherry, cranberry and blueberries introduce this 2015 D2, all respectfully framed by appealing oak notes of cocoa and wood spice. Soft and welcoming Merlot drives the entry with red currant before giving way to the power and structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is well balanced with savory notes of toasted fennel seeds and dried rosemary, with enjoyable oak influence and firm tannins on the sustained finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
This wine is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon along with 24% Petit Verdot and 12% Cabernet Franc. High-toned dried herb aromas are at the fore, with notes of green pepper and baking spice close behind. The palate brings a sense of freshness and vibrancy, with tart fruit flavors lingering on the finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
Aromas of ripe blackberry and dark chocolate lead to complex layers of rich cocoa powder, brandied cherries and a hint of cola. Lush, well-integrated tannins showcase another vintage true to its name.
Columbia Valley, WA
This year’s Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend opens with notes of bell pepper and freshly toasted baked goods. Ripe red fruits and cherries dominate the mouth-feel which lead towards a balanced savory finish full of barrel spices and balanced texture.
Woodinville, WA
Aromas of flowers, herb, pencil lead and red fruit lead to light, flavorful, reserved and lengthy fruit flavors.
Artz Vineyard, Red Mountain, WA
As always, the wine is densely colored to the rim of the glass. The stunningly fragrant nose of blue fruits, cedar, caramel apple, caramel popcorn, flowering rosemary, clove, dried herbs, and apricots is fascinating and complex. Precise mouthfeel, dense fruit, and soft tannin with incredible freshness are hallmarks of the 2016 FIGGINS Estate Red.
Walla Walla, WA
Rich and elegant oak aromas tackle the nose early, leaving hints of fig and blackberry pie. Graham crackers with a dark mixed berry jelly spread flood the mouth. This is a new world Sangiovese blend on the big stage.
Walla Walla, WA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese ripened to within an inch of their lives by the unrelenting heat of 2014. A study in shades of BIG painted with a delicate brush. Metallica as rendered by a string orchestra.
Columbia Gorge, WA
(97-100) Points - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Fresh and focused on entry with expressive cocoa powder, graphite and earthy spices. Elegant and complex with a supple, creamy texture and bold tannins, this latest vintage offers luscious ripe plum and blackberry character with hints of roasted coffee and dark cherry throughout the palate to a long, velvety finish.
Napa Valley, CA
This elegant and complex wine has brooding aromas of black cherry, cocoa, fresh nutmeg and leather. Flavors of tobacco, dark fruit and chocolate are wrapped in smooth tannins on a rich, lengthy finish.
Pepper Bridge Vineyard, Walla Walla, WA
96 Points - Wine Advocate
Impenetrably dark. An explosive nose of coffee, red and black fruits, Russian sage, and garden herbs. Lesser notes follow of crème cassis, currant, and black olive. On the palate, the wine is dense, sweet, and broodingly dark. Simply perfect fine-grained tannins melded with laser-focused acidity deliver impressive length that lingers on the palate.
Walla Walla, WA
95 Points - Wine Advocate
The Chester-Kidder is a deep, opaque wine offering generous black fruit aromas and flavors with hints of dried herbs and graphite. Smooth on entry, with polished tannins and layers of ripe fig, dark cherry and sweet spice across the palate. This is a wine of great intensity and balance.
Columbia Valley, WA
94 Points - Wine Advocate
Deep in color and complexity, this wine combines expressive red fruit aromas with dark chocolate and blueberry flavors accented by hints of oak spice that evolve across the palate. A juicy yet beautifully balanced wine with a rich mouthfeel and persistent finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
Aromas of red currants and ripe wild strawberries introduce a wine with bright and lively character. Fresh red berry flavors, a delicate floral note and vibrant acidity add balance to the mid-palate, which echoes across a lengthy finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
This dark, dense wine is layered with black cherry, plum and blackberry tones and hints of cocoa powder and coffee. The full-body and luscious mouthfeel are framed by assertive tannins and a long, concentrated finish with truffle, caramel and toasty oak.
Blend: 57% Petite Sirah, 15% Sangiovese, 15% Zinfandel, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Grenache
Napa Valley, CA
Cassis, dark black fruits, garrigue, savory and eucalyptus leaves, carry through the long finish on a platform of fine grained tannins. This wine will age well but is very approachable now.
Red Mountain, WA
97 Points - Wine Advocate
Splendid aromas of blueberry, cassis, and blackberries. A creamy entry gives way to layers of complexity which unfold in the mid-palate with velvety tannins enrobing a center of concentrated black-fruit. Elegantly balanced, the acidity and core structure deliver a persistent finish with hints of dark chocolate.
Napa Valley, CA
As soon as a glass is poured, aromatic notes of Luxardo cherries, ripe black plums and raspberries billow, with intricate hints of coffee, mocha and caramel in the background. The entry is expansive with dark briar fruits, cola and cocoa with tannins that are soft and dusty. The wine finishes with a hint of wild cherry and a lingering sweet oak presence.
St. Helena, CA
Violet ink in the glass, a nose of black plums, cassis, and cacao engage. The robust entry consists of a progressing palate of blackberry and boysenberry compote, a reduction of dark plum and ripe figs, and pure Amarena cherry. Flashes of vanilla and traces of minerality evolve into chalky tannins and a smooth lingering finish.
Napa Valley, CA
An inky, dark garnet sits in the glass with bursting aromatics even from afar—ripe blackcurrant and blackberry with hints of Kirsch, Madagascar vanilla and cigar box. Velvety and rich on entry and through the mid, the wine offers flavors of dark plum, blueberry and notes of fennel, fresh leather and a subtle minerality. Plush, layered and dense, the wine finishes with dusty tannins and a lingering touch of black cherry.
St. Helena, CA
Bright red berries show off the energy and bright acidity in this blend. Notes of ripe ras6berry, violet, and orange oil dance together toward a finish reminiscent of Herbs de Provence. The palate does not disappoint with lush red berries and raspberry compote and integrated tannins.
Walla Walla, WA
Black in color with ruby and vermillion nuances, reveal a bouquet of cacao, dried blossoms, dried red fruit, black cherry & currant, blueberry & licorice, with nuances of cigar box, graphite, vanilla & black truffle. A full-bodied palate echoes the nose with rich, ripe fruit tones and spice notes. The mouth feel is dense, round and seamless, with supple tannins, savory clove and tobacco elements and beautiful ‘patina’ notes leading to a long finish with subtle mineral accents.
Sonoma County, CA
WA
Saturated ruby color. Intense dark berry fruits, gravel earth, black licorice, mint, and exotic spices. Powerful bramble fruit entry, sensuous, well-defined tannins, great depth of flavor, enjoyable lengthy finish.
Sonoma County, CA
97 Points - Wine Advocate
Opaque ruby color. Intense blackberry fruit aromas, blackcurrant, exotic barrel spice, toasted oak, licorice, and complex forest notes. Rich mountain fruit entry, refreshing high acid, full chalky tannin structure, and sweet oak; strong mineral finish.
Santa Cruz, CA
The aromas draw you in with rich black cherry compote, plum, bittersweet chocolate, and cigar box notes. The palate is luxurious, rich, and balanced, with preserved plum, brandied cherries, spring flowers, and powdered chocolate. Beautifully textured, with ample depth and a long finish.
Wahluke Slope, WA
A wildly expansive nose shows off complex notes of red currants, cassis, ripe blackberry, black cherry, pomegranates, tea leaf, eucalyptus, black olive, fennel, Christmas spice, shoe polish, vanilla bean and cocoa powder. On the palate, the wine is lush and complex, well-structured and delicious with flavors of dried plum, cassis, rustic red fruits, blackberry, cedar showing refined tannins on the lingering finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
The 2015 Frederick is a very complex wine with rich texture. This blend is layered with fruit, spice and lingering tannins.
Walla Walla, WA
A blend focused on elegance and finesse. Herbal nose with hints of cassis and cherry. Lightly spiced, the texture is rich with velvety tannins and an ultra-long finish.
Walla Walla, WA
Fragrances of fresh raspberries and strawberries and notes of rose petal, violet and pencil shavings. On the palate, the 2015 Onyx shows a concentration of cherry, plum, and dark cherry that leads to the core black fruit flavors of blackberry and cassis. The supurbly balanced finish allows these darker fruits to extend the palate while presenting hints of dark chocolate as the flavors seem to continue endlessly.
Red Mountain, WA
When you layer in Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon, you get complex layers of blackberries, milk chocolate, black plums and exotic perfume that carry throughout a plush texture and a ripe juicy core of black fruits. The signature of Lion Tamer is a generous palate of black raspberry and surprisingly lush tannins.
Napa Valley, CA
The Geologist was inspired by the dramatic volcanic and fluvial geology of eastern Washington’s viticulture regions. Our front label shows a key component, the Snipes Mountain growing area, with its unique ancestral Columbia River conglomerate soils directly overlying ancient weathered basalt. The Geologist captures in the bottle this viticultural legacy as well as recognizing the professional inspiration of one of our family members; geoscientist, Michael Yeaman.
Columbia Valley, WA
Aromas of sweet blackberries, blueberries, black pepper and cedar. Nice acidity up front melds with a soft and pleasantly dry texture that envelops the tongue. Hints of espresso and dark chocolate tantalize the mid palate while warm spice and molasses linger on the finish. A complex wine from start to finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
A beautiful nose of lilacs, cedar, and sweet tobacco. Delicate strawberry on the pallet with a hint of red pepper, black olive, and a smooth and lingering finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
Allowed to thoroughly ripen on the vine with flavors of red currents, violets, herbs, pepper and spice compliment a rich mouth feel. The finish is long with tobacco, caramel and toast aromas.
Walla Walla, WA
100% Cabernet Franc from a classic and reputable producer in the Loire Valley. Spicy and chalky mineral aromas lead into a pure and precise palate of crushed red berries, plum and dark cherries. Supple and very clean on the palate showing no oak, this is a lovely wine for pork, lamb or charcuterie & cheese as an appetizer.
France
The 2012 Katherine expresses beautiful floral and toasted almond notes on the nose. Cherry and vanilla flavors burst on the palate and sweet, lingering tannins provide a lengthy, satisfying finish.
Walla Walla, WA
Red Mountain, WA
Floral and herbaceous on the nose with delicate aromas of rose petal, violet and wildflowers above layers of dried blackcurrant and lignified wood. A soft entry to the palate is followed by immediate weight and density with rich flavors of mission fig, blackberry and licorice root. Herbaceous notes of mint, dried basil and black tea leaf combine with dusty, mouth-filling tannins to make this a truly savory expression of Cabernet Franc.
Walla Walla, WA
Columbia Valley, WA
The 2016 vintage leans darker in fruit profile with savory spice and delicate floral accents, while the middle palate is classic Argyle silkiness in texture, with persistent length.
Willamette Valley, OR
Deep garnet in color with an aromatic medley of black cherry, marionberry, ripe plum and a hint of anise. Dark fruit on the palate with flavors of wild berries, caramelized oak and cacao nibs complemented by subtle notes of vanilla, cedar and a hint of lavender and forest floor. Rich and unrestrained, this wine’s abundant fruit is beautifully balanced by firm acidity and layers of red and black fruit.
Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, CA
Rich and voluptuous wine with flowing layers of blueberry and homemade plum pie. On the palate, good acidity and firm tannins add grip and structure to the abundant fruit, with notes of lavender and vanilla spice contributing nuance and complexity to the finish.
Gowan Creek Vineyard,
Anderson Valley, CA
Beautiful medium-ruby color. Achieves fantastic levels of pure ripe cherry and strawberry, while still maintaining exceptional levity to balance the richness.
Willamette Valley, OR
Nose: Bright citrus rind with fresh cranberry, strawberry and a touch of baking spice. Mouth: Broad, with a supportive acid structure which highlights the notes of raspberry, pomegranate and well-balanced oak.
Russian River Valley, CA
Nose: Soft and elegant with aromas of lifted red fruits; rhubarb and sour cherry. Notes of lemon zest and crème fraîche. Mouth: Compelling and bright with high energy. Structured, layered tannins backed with slight minerality. Thoughtful, layered oak undertone.
Sta. Rita Hills, CA
Alluring color of dark plums, this wine features scents of ripe cherries with cocoa, pomace, blueberry, toasted wood and a soft, powdery whiff of old-fashioned lipstick. The palate is all about texture – entry is soft, with a round, complete quality. Flavors of cherry cobbler mingle with cola notes and hints of anise. Tannins are structured yet extremely fine, providing a lush, lingering mouthfeel.
Fairfield, CA
Bright ruby in the glass, the aromatics concentrate —cherries, raspberries, dried rose petals, a touch of sweet oak and a hint of forest floor. The entry is silky with a classic Pinot Noir palate: loads of ripe red fruit, savory under tones and a principled backbone of acidity. Balanced, lean and complex, the wine finishes softly at length.
St. Helena, CA
A complex, layered expression of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir with inviting aromas of warm cherry cobbler, butter crust, cinnamon, clove and Mexican chocolate, as well as hints of menthol and fresh leather. This wine is smooth and elegant, with creamy tannins supporting abundant layers of sweet, pure fruit.
Sonoma County, CA
A rich, flowing expression of Pinot Noir with fine-grained velvety tannins and alluring fruit. While there are beautiful black raspberry, blueberry, dark plum and milk chocolate layers to this wine, there is also a decidedly savory side, with elements of roast meat, mushrooms and fine herbs adding character and complexity. The finish is broad and lingering, with a mouthcoating density that puts an exclamation point on this stellar Pinot Noir.
Sonoma County, CA
Opens with heady, ripe fruit notes of black cherry, raspberry, black plum, red currant and blackberry. Floral aromas arise of lavender and violet along with tomato leaf, rhubarb and peppercorn with a hint of French Oak. The palate has impressive structure, balance, and acidity, with integrated oak notes and red and black fruit flavors.
Willamette Valley, OR
Yakima Valley, WA
A deep violet color, with blue reflections. The nose is elegant and complex, offers ripe red and black berry fruits aromas with notes of flowers. Lavender, leather and a touch of spices and vanilla flavors. The mouthfeel is full and rich, with sweet tanins and smooth structure. The mid palate offers blackberries and black currant fruit flavors with hints of licorice notes, vanilla and black pepper. The lengthy finish shows wonderful minerality, with finely grained tannins.
Mendoza, Argentina
A deep violet color with purple reflections. Deep aromas of ripe red and dark fruits are joined by delicate violet and lavender notes, with traces of vanilla and mocha. A rich, concentrated mouthfeel is highlighted by flavors of blueberries and blackberries with a touch of leather and cinnamon. The wine has well-integrated tannins, bright acidity and a flinty minerality that provides exceptional length to the finish.
Argentina
Bright red fruits, like raspberry and cherry, savory herbs, white pepper, and a hint of minerality. The palate offers a delicate complexity, showcasing dried cranberries and sage. Red Mountain Malbec is an excellent food wine with balanced acidity and gently textured mouthfeel.
Red Mountain, WA
While it is 100% Malbec, this wine is easy and soft. It has a backdrop of dusty tannins as well as ripe black fruits. The acidity and the generous structure give it a rich character that makes it accessible young.
Deep purple color with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavors with scents of flower. Very nice french oak on the finish, very complex and yet balanced.
Mendoza, Argentina
Ruby red with tints of violet. Rich in fruit, reminiscent of black cherries, dark fruit and flowers. A rich composition of blackberries, plums, and violets. Balanced structure with soft tannins, ripe black fruit and a velvety. An ideal match for roasted and grilled meats, charcuterie, duck and pâtés.
Argentina
This opaque purple/black wine has a soaring perfume of mineral, lavender, exotic spices, incense, blueberry, licorice, and dusty cocoa. Layered and structured, this effort will see benefit from 4-5 years of additional cellaring and should drink well for the next 15-20.
Walla Walla, WA
Offering scents of ripe plums and cherries, this wine is powerful and supple, with flavors of French oak and soft tannins.
Mendoza, Argentina
Produced & Bottled by Caymus Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
A superb wine- aromatic, stony, mineral with notes of violets and red fruits. The style continues to evolve down the elegance road. The textures are supple and the palate awash in vibrant plummy blackcurrant fruit with a chalky, long, exquisite finish.
Mendoza, Argentina
On the nose, vanilla and clove are warm and inviting. Ripe plum and blackberry reveal themselves both aromatically, and on the palate. The elegant flavors integrate seamlessly with hints of earthiness and black currant.
Horse Heaven Hills, WA
Aroma: plum, crushed rock, clove
Taste: currant, blueberry, blackberry, fig, olive
Mouthfeel: richly developed tannins, elegant finish
Walla Walla, WA
The foothills of the Barossa Valley, a tapestry of ancient red friable clay soils combine with a warm and dry climate to create a unique environment for vines to develop fruit that has a vibrancy and depth of flavor like nowhere else on earth.
Full Bodied, inky purple colored red with a beautiful bouquet of black raspberries, toasted spice, dried herbs, and mineral aromas and flavors.
Red Mountain, WA
Dark ruby-purple and gives off aromas of blackberry compote, black currants, peppercorns, and some floral notes of crushed roses. The moderate full-body carries mocha and moderate tannins across the palate, finishing delicately at the back of the mouth.
Walla Walla, WA
Deeply concentrated with vibrant aromas and flavors of dark cherries, wild blackberries, smoked meats and spicy oak. A rich layer of silky tannins coat the palate without overshadowing the wine's bright and lively character.
Walla Walla, WA
Dense in color with vibrant dark purple hues. A nose of blueberry, dark cherry, caramel and hints of vanilla bean. Powerful yet delicate, with layers of fresh berries, black pepper, coffee and chocolate cream. Full bodied, well defined tannins provide the backbone, as the wine fills the mouth and continues to evolve with every glass poured.
Australia
Rich purple in color, great fruit, fantastic structure finishes with finesse on the palate.
Yakima Valley, WA
93 Points, The Wine Advocate,
A nose of crushed black currants and blueberries with subtle notes of licorice, tar, roses and tapenade. Medium to full-bodied, opulent and densely packed with black fruits and savory layers, it has a solid frame of rounded tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long.
Australia
The first pour offers a rich density of meaty, smoky, black fruit aromas while the wine saturates the mouth with deep flavors of black licorice, bramble fruit, black pepper, allspice, bacon, and char. All of this opulence is energized with underlying acidity and bound together with structured, ripe tannins built for very long term ageability.
Napa Valley, CA
Dark magenta purple, and has incredible aromas and flavors of pungent wild raspberries, hints of caramel, lifted floral notes, and herbal undertones. The fine grained tannins round out the incredibly long finish.
Columbia Valley, WA
98% Syrah, 2% Viognier
Aromas and flavors of smoke, tobacco, leather, and bacon, with an intense core of wild blueberry. Dense and bold but has a sophistication and complexity unheard of in new world Syrahs.
Red Mountain, WA
Inky dark purple and ruby colors coat the glass. Blueberry, chocolate and clove notes come out very strong in the aromatics. Soft & velvety, this fruit forward syrah shows bright acidity with nice nuances of cinnamon, toasted almonds, boysenberry pie and a touch of bacon fat.
Columbia Valley, WA
A crimson red in colour with purple hues. Aromas of purple flowers such as violets and lavender are combined with blueberries, plums and forest floor aromas to create an appealing nose. The flavours of these aromas are continued on the palate, joined by a hint of allspice and mulberry. A medium bodied wine with plush so tannins and a bright, juicy and persistent finish.
South Australia
A nose of ripe strawberry jam with spicy notes unfolding on the palate as clove and currant. This well established vineyard, situated in a warm and arid climate with a unique soil profile, consistently yields these wonderful, jammy characters and hints of smoke and cassis.
Wahluke Slope, WA
Very expressive and vibrant with currants, cherries, fresh tobacco and star anise. This wine twists and turns broadly, but with focus, continuing with cured meats to a warm gravel finish.
Walla Walla, WA
Round, elegant and persistent in the mouth.A wine with great structure and full of amomas of spices and dried druits.
Argentina
Beautiful violet aromas and color start this very pleasant Italian wine. Red berries and bright acid compliment the silky smooth mouthfeel of this multidimensional wine.
Walla Walla, WA
Columbia Gorge, WA
Dazzling, dark ruby color. An alluring nose and palate of wet stones, crushed cherries, and ripe strawberries, with lesser notes of sawdust, crème vanilla, elderberries, and roses. The palate is alive with a brilliance and levity that is incredibly refreshing. The tannins are fine-grained with perfect balance and a delightfully satisfying finish.
Walla Walla, WA
This wine's raspberry, red apple, spice and red fruit aromas are bright. The flavors are ripe and full bodied, showing some heat.
Yakima Valley, WA
The wine is bright, vibrant purple with a deep black core. Aromas of black cherry, sweet pipe tobacco and dark chocolate are enhanced by hints of black pepper spice and cedar. These flavors are carried through on the palate with richness and weight. This wine has great persistence and a slight dustiness on the finish from the fine-grained tannins.
Napa Valley, CA
A Zinfandel that draws its power from sophistication instead of raw alcohol content. Made in the classic field blend style including significant portions of Petite sirah and Carignane.
Napa Valley, CA
Dark purple-ruby, with a bright crimson hue. On the nose, concentrated aromas of blackberry and raspberry meld with clove and spice. Lush flavors of raspberry, blackberry jam, plums and vanilla flood the palate, followed by touches of white pepper in the background. Plush and round tannins and great length make for a fresh and enticing finish.
Napa Valley, CA
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