California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
California
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Vinous (92)
The 2001 Opus One bursts from the glass with layers of opulent fruit. Still quite youthful, the 2011 impresses for its elegant, mid-weight personality. Compared to the best wines of this era the 2001 comes across as a bit forward. I imagine the 2001 will drink well for another decade or so, but it won't be super long-lived next to its peers. Still, there is plenty to like here. The 2001 is 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.Inc. VAT£2,580.04 -
James Suckling (95)
Sage and mint in the nose, it is Opus style. Full bodied and layered, with polished tannins and wonderful length. This is tight, but fascinating still. This wine has a good future, very juicy, and will only keep getting better. Don't touch this until 2014.Inc. VAT£2,360.44 -
Vinous (96)
There is so much to like about the 2007 Opus One. A wine that captures the essence of the year, the 2007 is exotic, flashy and striking. Kirsch, rose petals, pomegranates and spices form a fabric of compelling beauty. The 2007 is rich, sumptuous and generous, just as it should be. Threads of striking perfume are woven throughout, adding aromatic lift and pure sensuality. Readers who like more structured wines are likely to gravitate towards vintages such as 2010, but years like 2007 offer immense pleasure and an immediacy I find impossible to resist. A sumptuous, layered finish rounds things out in stunning style. The blend is 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec.Inc. VAT£2,801.82 -
Vinous (95)
A gorgeous wine, the 2008 Opus One is just beginning to enter its first plateau of maturity. The tannins have softened while the aromatics show lovely complexity as well as depth. Blueberry, blackberry, gravel, lavender, licorice, leather and dark spice notes all add character. The 2008 is an especially dark, somber Opus One, although the softening tannins make the wine approachable today. The blend is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.Inc. VAT£3,718.84 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
The 2010 Opus One is on another level and is a deep, concentrated, full-bodied, flawlessly balanced beauty. From a cooler vintage that saw significant heat spikes later in the year, it has incredible purity in its cassis and darker fruits as well as leafy tobacco, flowers, and background oak. With a great mid-palate, ripe, building tannins, and full-bodied richness on the palate, it’s a brilliant wine that has another two decades or more of prime drinking.Inc. VAT£2,720.44 -
Decanter (100)
I love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 18 days skin contact.Inc. VAT£2,209.24 -
James Suckling (97)
Mesmerizing aromas of flowers, bark, currants and blackberries. So perfumed. You just want to smell it. Exquisite tension and finesse with an almost Burgundian texture, yet it’s Napa in its soul with ripe fruit, stones, spices and Chinese tea leaf flavors. Savory and delicious. Drinkable but better in 2020.Inc. VAT£2,179.24 -
James Suckling (98)
Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character. Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. Brightness is the word that comes to mind. Full-bodied and broad-shouldered. Juicy and so gorgeous now. Balance is so wonderful here. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. I like it slightly better than the excellent 2014. 81% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot and 2% malbec. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£2,003.09 -
James Suckling (99)
Fantastic aromas that are complex and complete with blackcurrants, blueberries and herbs, such as basil and bay leaf. But always subtle. Full-bodied yet linear and very refined with a very persistent finish. It shows drive and brightness. So refined at the end. Needs at least three to five years to come together.Inc. VAT£1,993.24 -
Decanter (96)
A fist of late summer cherries, raspberry and bilberry fruits set out their stall, all with the juicy character that confirms, even in a hot vintage like 2017, Opus can deliver balance and sculpted elegance. Beautiful grip, creamy texture with a strikingly powerful tannic frame. As the wine stays in the glass the floral aromatics begin to bloom up. A brilliant Opus. 20 days maceration - around half what it would have been a decade ago. 54% native yeast, as part of their native yeast project. 5% Merlot and 1% Malbec complete the blend. Harvest spread out over 5th September to 8th October, just before the fires, by which time they had less than 10% of the fruit still out on the vines. 3.7pH. Review Date: 14th February 2020Inc. VAT£2,344.84 -
James Suckling (99)
Extremely perfumed and floral with lavender, lilacs and violets to the sweet, ripe berries, such as blackberries and blackcurrants. Some slate and graphite, too. It’s full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Lasts for minutes. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026.Inc. VAT£1,851.04 -
James Suckling (99)
The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028.Inc. VAT£1,912.24 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (93)
Gorgeous plum colour, sumptuous and ready to dive into. The aromatics are deliciously open, with crunchy raspberry and blueberry fruits, balanced and well put together. Feels cohesive, juicy, with plenty of 2019 character (although this is multi vintage, with exact percentages not stated), with nuanced fresh mint leaf and crayon. High Cabernet Sauvignon in this blend, 60% new oak, 40% one year oak, bottled August 2021.Inc. VAT£901.24 -
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Decanter (91)
Overture is a blend this year of the 2014, 2015 and 2016 vintages, with a dominance of 2016. This is supple with clear ripe berry fruits, generous and fully ripe, tempered by white pepper spice and smoked cedar notes. It has a gentle but confident tannic frame and mouthwatering lift on the finish. This is focused and ready to drink and impresses with its rippling silk texture.Inc. VAT£1,009.24 -
From the world-renowned Howell Mountain in Napa Valley, the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is an epitome of true excellence in winemaking. Outpost wines, a small family operation, is lauded for its dedication to preserving the authenticity of Howell Mountain's unique terroir. Their approach marries traditional winemaking with innovative techniques.
Meticulously crafted, the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 delivers layer upon layer of complex flavours. Expect an alluring nose of dark berries, mocha, and earthy spice that leads into a opulent palate, bursting with flavours of rich plum and dense blackcurrant intertwined with hints of chocolate truffle. Its mature tannins impart a silky mouthfeel whilst its minerality and lively acidity balance its impressive richness.
This exceptional vino is an unforgettable testimony to the potential of California viticulture. It is truly a unique journey experiencing the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, an unparalleled blend of power and elegance.Inc. VAT£877.49 -
The Paring GS 2018 is a glorious manifestation of refined winemaking artistry, meticulously crafted at the esteemed Ballard Canyon of Central California. A sumptuous blend of Grenache and Syrah, known worldwide for their affinity, this GSM blend is an epitome of sophistication.
Producer Paring is the sister label to Jonata and Screaming Eagle, two revered Californian wine producers. They utilise a mix of traditional and modern techniques in winemaking, notably relying on native yeast fermentation.
Paring GS 2018 is a medium-bodied, opulent wine with a dense, purple coluor. Its nose is striking, filled with bold aromas of black and red cherries, mixed with garrigue and warming spices, while the palate is graced by elegant tannins, balanced acidity and a lingering chocolate and spice finish. This wine speaks to both the confluence of terroir and winemaker's deftness; a sensory delight to satisfy the discerning palates of sophisticated wine enthusiasts desiring a memorable taste of Paring GS 2018.
Inc. VAT£326.69 -
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Paring Pinot Noir 2018 is the epitome of fine wine. This sublime Pinot Noir hails from the renowned Santa Barbara County, California, known for its exceptional terroir, ideal for viticulture. It's mastered by the talented winemakers at The Paring winery, a highly esteemed and trusted establishment in the global wine community. Paring Pinot Noir 2018 bears the characteristic elegance and complexity that enthusiasts associate with the iconic Pinot Noir varietal and The Paring's expert production techniques.
Harvest is meticulously timed to ensure optimal ripeness, and the grapes are manually sorted. Following fermentation, the wine is matured in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers to its inherent aromas. Savour the vibrant red fruit essences, complemented by whispers of spice and earthy undertones. Round, velvet tannins leave a lasting, harmonious finish. An elegant, refined experience, the Paring Pinot Noir 2018 is a true testament to the art of fine winemaking.
Inc. VAT£326.69 -
Hailing from the distinguished Oakville Ranch in Napa Valley, the Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 is truly the epitome of California's winemaking prowess. This esteemed varietal bouquet, crafted under the astute guidance of winemaker Anthony Biagi, effortlessly harmonises the rich fruit character of Cabernet Sauvignon with the complexity of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Each grape in Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 has been meticulously handpicked and cold-soaked for days, before undertaking an unhurried fermentation, decoded by native yeast. Thereafter, it is aged 20 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its opulent texture and structured finish.
A glass of Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 delivers a captivating melody of black cherry, boysenberry and mocha notes, underscored by a hint of savoury herbs and toasted nuts. Undeniably, it is a captivating embodiment of a deeply sensorial, full-bodied red wine experience and a triumph of New World winemaking.
Inc. VAT£857.39 -
Perceive exquisite excellence with Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017. An outstanding American white wine from Patz & Hall, one of Californian's esteemed boutique wine producers, this Chardonnay encapsulates a stunning medley of enticing flavours. Radiantly golden in colour, it displays bewitching notes of lemon meringue, green apple, and tropical pineapple, elegantly threaded with hints of toasty oak and spice. From the revered Hyde Vineyards in the cooler farmsteads of Carneros region, this wine undergoes careful selection, fermenting 100% indigenous yeasts while maturing in the finest quality French Oak barrels. Its persistent depth exhibits Patz & Hall's superior winemaking techniques. Complex yet balanced, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 accentuates the vineyard's unique character, demonstrating extraordinary harmony between power and elegance. Enjoy the refined nuance of this spectacular Chardonnay. Remarkably, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 sets a pinnacle for New World white wines.
Inc. VAT£516.29 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and sporting a deep garnet-purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard offers up a profound and singular nose of loam, rocks and iron ore over a core of black cherries, baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, sautéed herbs and beef broth. Full-bodied, rich and demonstrating great depth with a wonderfully compelling personality, it delivers a multitude of savory meat and toast layers, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins. It finishes with incredible persistence, allowing those provocative mineral nuances to shine through.Inc. VAT£1,691.86 -
Wine Advocate (99)
Deep garnet-purple, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard leaps from the glass with opulent crème de cassis, raspberry tart and black forest cake notions plus underlying cigar box, mocha, licorice and forest floor suggestions. Full-bodied, rich, spicy and decadently generous in the mouth, it has a firm, velvety foundation and wonderful precision, featuring an invigorating lift on the very long, multilayered and provocatively earthy finish. 815 cases were made.Inc. VAT£1,385.86 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and displaying a deep garnet-purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard opens with pronounced crème de cassis, mocha, black forest cake and cloves over lavender, bay leaf and menthol nuances. Full-bodied, concentrated and seductive, it has a gorgeous velvety texture and plenty of freshness lifting the opulent flavors, finishing with a spices and herbs kick.Inc. VAT£2,219.86 -
Wine Advocate (98+)
Inky purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard gives up notes of blueberry compote, preserved plums and ripe blackberries with touches of incense, dried Mediterranean herbs, menthol and aniseed plus a waft of mossy bark. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is very fine and wonderfully elegant, with incredibly ripe, silt-like tannins and just enough freshness to support the black and blue fruit layers, finishing on a lingering exotic spice note. This beauty should age very well indeed. 353 cases were made.Inc. VAT£1,904.38 -
Wine Advocate (99)
Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard slides seductively out of the glass with the most gorgeous notions of Chinese five spice, plum preserves, crème de cassis and potpourri plus hints of oolong tea, spearmint and cedar chest. Full-bodied, rich, opulent and oh-so-decadent in the mouth, the generously spiced black fruit preserves, the firm, plush frame and the finish are simply epic. 469 cases were made.Inc. VAT£3,292.62 -
Wine Advocate (98+)
Deep garnet-purple in color, the nose of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard starts off with soft-spoken scents of ripe red and black plums, cassis, black raspberries and mulberries, followed by gentle wafts of cedar and pencil lead and finally bursting out with Sichuan pepper and hoisin notes. The medium to full-bodied palate is opulent, plushly textured and brimming with spicy red and blackberry layers, going beautifully perfumed on the long finish. Paul Hobbs mentioned that he backed off on the new oak this year, aging the wine in 85% new French oak (as opposed to 100%). I love this more elegant, nuanced expression a lot. 688 cases were made.Inc. VAT£2,153.09 -
Vinous (97)
Vivid and utterly captivating, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate Vineyard is also a wonderfully complete wine that brings together aromatic complexity, unctuous fruit and powerful structure, all signatures of this great Napa Valley vintage. Today, the 2013 is even better than it was from bottle. Drops of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot round out the blend in a wine that captures the very best of site and year.Inc. VAT£2,582.69 -
Wine Advocate (97+)
Having tasted this wine since the inaugural 2012 vintage, one of the aspects I most love about this vineyard is how clearly it stands stylistically apart from Paul Hobbs' St. Helena and Oakville single-vineyard wines—with red fruits entering the mélange, this incredible energy plus a very particular tannin texture—and yet the quality is right up there on the same par. Containing a dollop (2%) of Cabernet Franc, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate has a deep garnet-purple color and a vibrant nose of red currant and red plum compote, blackberry preserves and mulberries with underlying suggestions of garrigue, Mediterranean herbs, damp earth, lavender and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, the tannins on this wine are oh-so-finely pixelated, with a refreshing backbone cutting through the intense flavor layers, finishing with an invigorating lift. I could sit down and drink this right now, but it promises much more to come with 10-15 years cellaring and should hold considerably longer.Inc. VAT£2,582.69 -
Vinous (93)
The 2012 Chardonnay Cuvée Agustina Richard Dinner Vineyard emerges from a single block on the eastern side of the property where the soils are a bit poorer. Butter, tropical fruit, orange blossom and apricot pit add texture to a voluptuous, racy Chardonnay supported by a sense of phenolic richness and structure that is impossible to miss.Inc. VAT£618.29
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Vinous (92)
The 2001 Opus One bursts from the glass with layers of opulent fruit. Still quite youthful, the 2011 impresses for its elegant, mid-weight personality. Compared to the best wines of this era the 2001 comes across as a bit forward. I imagine the 2001 will drink well for another decade or so, but it won't be super long-lived next to its peers. Still, there is plenty to like here. The 2001 is 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.In Bond£2,134.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Sage and mint in the nose, it is Opus style. Full bodied and layered, with polished tannins and wonderful length. This is tight, but fascinating still. This wine has a good future, very juicy, and will only keep getting better. Don't touch this until 2014.In Bond£1,951.00 -
Vinous (96)
There is so much to like about the 2007 Opus One. A wine that captures the essence of the year, the 2007 is exotic, flashy and striking. Kirsch, rose petals, pomegranates and spices form a fabric of compelling beauty. The 2007 is rich, sumptuous and generous, just as it should be. Threads of striking perfume are woven throughout, adding aromatic lift and pure sensuality. Readers who like more structured wines are likely to gravitate towards vintages such as 2010, but years like 2007 offer immense pleasure and an immediacy I find impossible to resist. A sumptuous, layered finish rounds things out in stunning style. The blend is 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec.In Bond£2,316.00 -
Vinous (95)
A gorgeous wine, the 2008 Opus One is just beginning to enter its first plateau of maturity. The tannins have softened while the aromatics show lovely complexity as well as depth. Blueberry, blackberry, gravel, lavender, licorice, leather and dark spice notes all add character. The 2008 is an especially dark, somber Opus One, although the softening tannins make the wine approachable today. The blend is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.In Bond£3,083.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
The 2010 Opus One is on another level and is a deep, concentrated, full-bodied, flawlessly balanced beauty. From a cooler vintage that saw significant heat spikes later in the year, it has incredible purity in its cassis and darker fruits as well as leafy tobacco, flowers, and background oak. With a great mid-palate, ripe, building tannins, and full-bodied richness on the palate, it’s a brilliant wine that has another two decades or more of prime drinking.In Bond£2,251.00 -
Decanter (100)
I love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 18 days skin contact.In Bond£1,825.00 -
James Suckling (97)
Mesmerizing aromas of flowers, bark, currants and blackberries. So perfumed. You just want to smell it. Exquisite tension and finesse with an almost Burgundian texture, yet it’s Napa in its soul with ripe fruit, stones, spices and Chinese tea leaf flavors. Savory and delicious. Drinkable but better in 2020.In Bond£1,800.00 -
James Suckling (98)
Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character. Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. Brightness is the word that comes to mind. Full-bodied and broad-shouldered. Juicy and so gorgeous now. Balance is so wonderful here. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. I like it slightly better than the excellent 2014. 81% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot and 2% malbec. Drink or hold.In Bond£1,650.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Fantastic aromas that are complex and complete with blackcurrants, blueberries and herbs, such as basil and bay leaf. But always subtle. Full-bodied yet linear and very refined with a very persistent finish. It shows drive and brightness. So refined at the end. Needs at least three to five years to come together.In Bond£1,645.00 -
Decanter (96)
A fist of late summer cherries, raspberry and bilberry fruits set out their stall, all with the juicy character that confirms, even in a hot vintage like 2017, Opus can deliver balance and sculpted elegance. Beautiful grip, creamy texture with a strikingly powerful tannic frame. As the wine stays in the glass the floral aromatics begin to bloom up. A brilliant Opus. 20 days maceration - around half what it would have been a decade ago. 54% native yeast, as part of their native yeast project. 5% Merlot and 1% Malbec complete the blend. Harvest spread out over 5th September to 8th October, just before the fires, by which time they had less than 10% of the fruit still out on the vines. 3.7pH. Review Date: 14th February 2020In Bond£1,938.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Extremely perfumed and floral with lavender, lilacs and violets to the sweet, ripe berries, such as blackberries and blackcurrants. Some slate and graphite, too. It’s full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Lasts for minutes. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026.In Bond£1,526.50 -
James Suckling (99)
The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028.In Bond£1,577.50 -
Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (93)
Gorgeous plum colour, sumptuous and ready to dive into. The aromatics are deliciously open, with crunchy raspberry and blueberry fruits, balanced and well put together. Feels cohesive, juicy, with plenty of 2019 character (although this is multi vintage, with exact percentages not stated), with nuanced fresh mint leaf and crayon. High Cabernet Sauvignon in this blend, 60% new oak, 40% one year oak, bottled August 2021.In Bond£735.00 -
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Decanter (91)
Overture is a blend this year of the 2014, 2015 and 2016 vintages, with a dominance of 2016. This is supple with clear ripe berry fruits, generous and fully ripe, tempered by white pepper spice and smoked cedar notes. It has a gentle but confident tannic frame and mouthwatering lift on the finish. This is focused and ready to drink and impresses with its rippling silk texture.In Bond£825.00 -
From the world-renowned Howell Mountain in Napa Valley, the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is an epitome of true excellence in winemaking. Outpost wines, a small family operation, is lauded for its dedication to preserving the authenticity of Howell Mountain's unique terroir. Their approach marries traditional winemaking with innovative techniques.
Meticulously crafted, the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 delivers layer upon layer of complex flavours. Expect an alluring nose of dark berries, mocha, and earthy spice that leads into a opulent palate, bursting with flavours of rich plum and dense blackcurrant intertwined with hints of chocolate truffle. Its mature tannins impart a silky mouthfeel whilst its minerality and lively acidity balance its impressive richness.
This exceptional vino is an unforgettable testimony to the potential of California viticulture. It is truly a unique journey experiencing the Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, an unparalleled blend of power and elegance.In Bond£712.00 -
The Paring GS 2018 is a glorious manifestation of refined winemaking artistry, meticulously crafted at the esteemed Ballard Canyon of Central California. A sumptuous blend of Grenache and Syrah, known worldwide for their affinity, this GSM blend is an epitome of sophistication.
Producer Paring is the sister label to Jonata and Screaming Eagle, two revered Californian wine producers. They utilise a mix of traditional and modern techniques in winemaking, notably relying on native yeast fermentation.
Paring GS 2018 is a medium-bodied, opulent wine with a dense, purple coluor. Its nose is striking, filled with bold aromas of black and red cherries, mixed with garrigue and warming spices, while the palate is graced by elegant tannins, balanced acidity and a lingering chocolate and spice finish. This wine speaks to both the confluence of terroir and winemaker's deftness; a sensory delight to satisfy the discerning palates of sophisticated wine enthusiasts desiring a memorable taste of Paring GS 2018.
In Bond£253.00 -
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Paring Pinot Noir 2018 is the epitome of fine wine. This sublime Pinot Noir hails from the renowned Santa Barbara County, California, known for its exceptional terroir, ideal for viticulture. It's mastered by the talented winemakers at The Paring winery, a highly esteemed and trusted establishment in the global wine community. Paring Pinot Noir 2018 bears the characteristic elegance and complexity that enthusiasts associate with the iconic Pinot Noir varietal and The Paring's expert production techniques.
Harvest is meticulously timed to ensure optimal ripeness, and the grapes are manually sorted. Following fermentation, the wine is matured in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced layers to its inherent aromas. Savour the vibrant red fruit essences, complemented by whispers of spice and earthy undertones. Round, velvet tannins leave a lasting, harmonious finish. An elegant, refined experience, the Paring Pinot Noir 2018 is a true testament to the art of fine winemaking.
In Bond£253.00 -
Hailing from the distinguished Oakville Ranch in Napa Valley, the Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 is truly the epitome of California's winemaking prowess. This esteemed varietal bouquet, crafted under the astute guidance of winemaker Anthony Biagi, effortlessly harmonises the rich fruit character of Cabernet Sauvignon with the complexity of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Each grape in Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 has been meticulously handpicked and cold-soaked for days, before undertaking an unhurried fermentation, decoded by native yeast. Thereafter, it is aged 20 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its opulent texture and structured finish.
A glass of Patria Avoyelles Red 2018 delivers a captivating melody of black cherry, boysenberry and mocha notes, underscored by a hint of savoury herbs and toasted nuts. Undeniably, it is a captivating embodiment of a deeply sensorial, full-bodied red wine experience and a triumph of New World winemaking.
In Bond£695.00 -
Perceive exquisite excellence with Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017. An outstanding American white wine from Patz & Hall, one of Californian's esteemed boutique wine producers, this Chardonnay encapsulates a stunning medley of enticing flavours. Radiantly golden in colour, it displays bewitching notes of lemon meringue, green apple, and tropical pineapple, elegantly threaded with hints of toasty oak and spice. From the revered Hyde Vineyards in the cooler farmsteads of Carneros region, this wine undergoes careful selection, fermenting 100% indigenous yeasts while maturing in the finest quality French Oak barrels. Its persistent depth exhibits Patz & Hall's superior winemaking techniques. Complex yet balanced, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 accentuates the vineyard's unique character, demonstrating extraordinary harmony between power and elegance. Enjoy the refined nuance of this spectacular Chardonnay. Remarkably, the Patz & Hall Hyde Chardonnay 2017 sets a pinnacle for New World white wines.
In Bond£411.00 -
Wine Advocate (100)
Produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and sporting a deep garnet-purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard offers up a profound and singular nose of loam, rocks and iron ore over a core of black cherries, baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, sautéed herbs and beef broth. Full-bodied, rich and demonstrating great depth with a wonderfully compelling personality, it delivers a multitude of savory meat and toast layers, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins. It finishes with incredible persistence, allowing those provocative mineral nuances to shine through.In Bond£1,390.00 -
Wine Advocate (99)
Deep garnet-purple, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard leaps from the glass with opulent crème de cassis, raspberry tart and black forest cake notions plus underlying cigar box, mocha, licorice and forest floor suggestions. Full-bodied, rich, spicy and decadently generous in the mouth, it has a firm, velvety foundation and wonderful precision, featuring an invigorating lift on the very long, multilayered and provocatively earthy finish. 815 cases were made.In Bond£1,135.00 -
Wine Advocate (95+)
Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and displaying a deep garnet-purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard opens with pronounced crème de cassis, mocha, black forest cake and cloves over lavender, bay leaf and menthol nuances. Full-bodied, concentrated and seductive, it has a gorgeous velvety texture and plenty of freshness lifting the opulent flavors, finishing with a spices and herbs kick.In Bond£1,830.00 -
Wine Advocate (98+)
Inky purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard gives up notes of blueberry compote, preserved plums and ripe blackberries with touches of incense, dried Mediterranean herbs, menthol and aniseed plus a waft of mossy bark. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is very fine and wonderfully elegant, with incredibly ripe, silt-like tannins and just enough freshness to support the black and blue fruit layers, finishing on a lingering exotic spice note. This beauty should age very well indeed. 353 cases were made.In Bond£1,568.00 -
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Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard slides seductively out of the glass with the most gorgeous notions of Chinese five spice, plum preserves, crème de cassis and potpourri plus hints of oolong tea, spearmint and cedar chest. Full-bodied, rich, opulent and oh-so-decadent in the mouth, the generously spiced black fruit preserves, the firm, plush frame and the finish are simply epic. 469 cases were made.In Bond£2,725.00 -
Wine Advocate (98+)
Deep garnet-purple in color, the nose of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard starts off with soft-spoken scents of ripe red and black plums, cassis, black raspberries and mulberries, followed by gentle wafts of cedar and pencil lead and finally bursting out with Sichuan pepper and hoisin notes. The medium to full-bodied palate is opulent, plushly textured and brimming with spicy red and blackberry layers, going beautifully perfumed on the long finish. Paul Hobbs mentioned that he backed off on the new oak this year, aging the wine in 85% new French oak (as opposed to 100%). I love this more elegant, nuanced expression a lot. 688 cases were made.In Bond£1,775.00 -
Vinous (97)
Vivid and utterly captivating, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate Vineyard is also a wonderfully complete wine that brings together aromatic complexity, unctuous fruit and powerful structure, all signatures of this great Napa Valley vintage. Today, the 2013 is even better than it was from bottle. Drops of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot round out the blend in a wine that captures the very best of site and year.In Bond£2,133.00 -
Wine Advocate (97+)
Having tasted this wine since the inaugural 2012 vintage, one of the aspects I most love about this vineyard is how clearly it stands stylistically apart from Paul Hobbs' St. Helena and Oakville single-vineyard wines—with red fruits entering the mélange, this incredible energy plus a very particular tannin texture—and yet the quality is right up there on the same par. Containing a dollop (2%) of Cabernet Franc, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate has a deep garnet-purple color and a vibrant nose of red currant and red plum compote, blackberry preserves and mulberries with underlying suggestions of garrigue, Mediterranean herbs, damp earth, lavender and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, the tannins on this wine are oh-so-finely pixelated, with a refreshing backbone cutting through the intense flavor layers, finishing with an invigorating lift. I could sit down and drink this right now, but it promises much more to come with 10-15 years cellaring and should hold considerably longer.In Bond£2,133.00 -
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The 2012 Chardonnay Cuvée Agustina Richard Dinner Vineyard emerges from a single block on the eastern side of the property where the soils are a bit poorer. Butter, tropical fruit, orange blossom and apricot pit add texture to a voluptuous, racy Chardonnay supported by a sense of phenolic richness and structure that is impossible to miss.In Bond£496.00
