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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California | 3 | 98 (WA) |
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£491.99 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2014 Le Désir (53% Cabernet Franc, 21% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec) has an inky purple color and a sweet kiss of chocolate, black truffle, forest floor, black raspberry and black currants. Opulent, but again structured and super-dense and pure, this is another massively concentrated wine meant for the long haul (and for our grandchildren). Give it 4-6 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 35-40 years. Remarkably, Pierre Seillan told me that 2014, while a drought year, was not actually that hot in the micro-terroirs he was working, but in terms of quality, it turned out to be the most surprisingly positive vintage he’s ever witnessed. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£555.19 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£288.40 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£818.39 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 94-97 (VN) |
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£807.10 |
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Vinous (94-97)For the first time ever, Le Désir is 100% Cabernet Franc in 2018. Vivid and brilliant in the glass, Le Désir bristles with energy. A vivid array of dark fruit, leather, spice, licorice, chocolate and espresso captivates all the senses. The 2018 Le Désir is a very special wine in the making. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
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£781.67 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)There were 32 barrels of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley produced. It’s a great wine, offering full-bodied richness and depth in a rich, concentrated, satisfying package. Classic Cabernet notes of cassis, tobacco, and chocolate all emerge from the glass, and it has ripe tannins, no hard edges, and the purity that’s the hallmark of the vintage front and center. A blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Petit Verdot, enjoy bottles any time over the coming 20 years or more. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£726.24 |
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Bedazzle your palate with the exceptional Vine Hill Ranch VHR Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, meticulously handcrafted in a biodiversity-friendly estate nestled in Oakville, Napa Valley. This exquisite wine owes its uniquely intense flavour-solid tannin integration and lengthy palate to a combination of hand-harvested clusters, indigenous yeast fermentation, and eighteen months in French oak barrels. The Phillips family, dedicated stewards of the terroir for three generations, meticulously tends seven blocks of rare vineyards to create this limited production, single-vineyard wine. Promising prominent red and black fruit elements interwoven with spice nuances, the Vine Hill Ranch VHR Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is more than a vintage - it's a rich, layered expression of its distinctive terroir laced with impeccable elegance. A hidden gem for connoisseurs, it offers a vibrant and age-worthy experience that radiates the timeless authenticity of premium Californian wine. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,358.80 |
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Crafted with precision by the esteemed Volker Eisele Family Estate, the 'Volker Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon 2015' emanates unparalleled elegance. Conceived from a vineyard in the Napa Valley's revered Chiles Valley District, the legacy of the creator, the late Volker Eisele- a meticulous cultivator who was a key crusader for organic farming- lives on in this exquisite libation. The 2015 vintage proffers captivating flavours redolent of blackcurrant, plum, and complex spice notes from the meticulous combination of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Merlot. Unsurprisingly, it ages gracefully in both French and American oak barrels for 21 months, intensifying its beguiling character. A harmonious balance of velvety tannins and vibrant acidity underscores its robust structure and profound finish. If you desire a sophisticated bottle that eloquently embodies Napa's rich winemaking tradition, 'Volker Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon 2015', is a matchless selection for aficionados searching for something truly special. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£531.24 |
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Trust in the eloquence of Wayfarer Chardonnay Fort Ross Seaview 2020, an exceptional white wine rich in Californian heritage. Crafted in the esteemed Fort Ross-Seaview viticultural area along the Sonoma Coast, this Chardonnay is a testament to the patience and attentiveness of Wayfarer Vineyard's meticulous winemaking team. The Chardonnay is aged in French oak barrels, which offers layers of complexity to the palate. The 2020 vintage, remarkable for its mild growing season, has yielded a wine of exquisite sophistication. It is a symphony of lush orchard fruit flavours and citrus undertones, defined by a bright acidity and a long, elegant finish, showcasing the vineyard’s distinctive minerality. Each glass of Wayfarer Chardonnay Fort Ross Seaview 2020 evokes the salty sea breeze and cool climate terroir that give it its unique qualities. Dive in, and luxuriate in an unparalleled taste experience, emblematic of excellent viticulture and traditional craftsmanship. |
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California | 1 | 94 (WS) |
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£514.44 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Offers an energetic mix of pomelo, lemon sherbet, pear and Honeycrisp apple flavors on a sleek, juicy frame. Pineapple, lime zest and orange blossom details add complexity and verve, with a touch of Himalayan sea salt on the finish. Drink now. 1,100 cases made. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£641.64 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2020 Chardonnay Wayfarer Vineyard is fragrant and layered with lemon verbena, toasted brioche, and white peach. It has detail and definition in its structure, with refreshing acidity and a stony, lifted finish. Drink it over the next 10 or more years. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£438.80 |
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Exemplifying craftsmanship and devotion, the Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 is an exquisite connotation of the Wayfarer Vineyard's finesse. Nestled in California's rugged Sonoma Coast, the mesmerising terrains of Fort Ross-Seaview provides ideal terroir for the cool-climate varietal Pinot Noir. Meticulously produced under the aegis of talented winemaker, Bibiana González Rave, the Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 demonstrates aromas of raspberry, pomegranate, rose petal, and bergamot. On the palate, the wine boasts layers of dark cherry, forest floor, baking spices, and Huckleberry. Traditional French winemaking techniques are adhered to, tenderly aged in French oak barrels, lending an opulent texture and rich tannins. Reflecting the coastal locality's cool winds and coastal fog, this wine embodies the quintessence of terroir-expressive Pinot Noir from an exceptional vintage. Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 is indeed a unique masterpiece, ideal for the discerning oenophile who seeks the epitome of exquisite taste and sophistication. |
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California | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£1,014.80 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Pinot Noir Mother Rock is a blend from two east-facing blocks (clone 777 and Mount Eden) that are co-fermented in the winery. Pliant and supple, with silky tannins, the Mother Rock is so expressive today. Time in the glass brings out a whole range of savory and mineral inflections that perk up the finish. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£549.41 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)A bright red ruby hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir The Estate is lifted in the glass and has a lot of fresh, bright notes of rosy perfume, grenadine, rosemary, and sweet earth. Medium-bodied, it has a vibrant energy and savory drive on the palate, with notes of salty earth and tea leaf, a light umami richness, ripe tannins, and evenly balanced acidity. It is lovely all the way through and is going to show its best if given more time in bottle. Drink 2026-2040. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
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£1,060.44 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)From an east and west-facing ridge, the 2022 Pinot Noir The Traveler is a deep magenta ruby hue and is entirely from a suitcase clone that is now referred to as the "Wayfarer Clone." In the glass, it reveals a complex and layered nose of ripe cherries, wildflowers, black raspberries, forest herbs, and blood orange. It’s driving on the palate, with refined tannins and coiled, bright acidity throughout, and it’s fully ripe but has a persistently long finish. Not a wine for the faint of heart, it’s built for the long haul and is going to show its best if given time in the cellar. Drink 2026-2046. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£649.15 |
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From the heart of California's Fort Ross-Seaview AVA, the idolised Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a paragon of meticulous viniculture. Its grapes are grown on the sun-soaked Wayfarer Estate vineyard, a jewel nestled in the cooling coastal fog. Reflecting the distinctive maritime terroir, this fine wine offers a vibrant bouquet of wild strawberry, rose petal, and fragrant spice. Structured and concentrated, each sip dances with notes of red and black fruits, ending with a streak of minerality showcasing the wine's exceptional pedigree. Masterfully created under the discerning hand of winemaker, Bibiana González Rave, the wine is aged for 15 months in French Oak, further enriching its already profound complexity. The Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a testament to the art of wine-making. A collector's dream, this fine wine encapsulates the unique grace and power of Californian Pinot Noir, destined to delight the palate for many years to come. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£228.80 |
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Indulge in the exquisite flavours of World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013, an embodiment of luxury in the realm of fine wines. Produced in the fertile vineyards of Napa Valley, California, this fine Merlot is the brainchild of renowned winemaker, Jonathan Maltus, whose credible exploits in Bordeaux have been infused into this splendid creation. The World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013 is a harmonious blend of nature's bounty and the craftsmanship of experienced vintners. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested to preserve their robust qualities, then aged in French oak barrels to enrich the final profile. The wine exhibits a mélange of ripe black fruit flavours, nuanced by subtle undertones of spice, emanating from its consists refinement process. Its full-bodied, layered composition culminates in a lingering finish, enveloping your palate in a delightful luxury. A joy to savour, it pairs well with rich, hearty culinary offerings. Experience the opulence of fine wine with the World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013. |
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California | 3 | 98 (WA) |
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£400.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)The 2014 Le Désir (53% Cabernet Franc, 21% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec) has an inky purple color and a sweet kiss of chocolate, black truffle, forest floor, black raspberry and black currants. Opulent, but again structured and super-dense and pure, this is another massively concentrated wine meant for the long haul (and for our grandchildren). Give it 4-6 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 35-40 years. Remarkably, Pierre Seillan told me that 2014, while a drought year, was not actually that hot in the micro-terroirs he was working, but in terms of quality, it turned out to be the most surprisingly positive vintage he’s ever witnessed. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£456.00 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£237.00 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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£672.00 |
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Vinous (96-98)The 2015 Le Désir, Vérité's Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality. |
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California | 1 | 94-97 (VN) |
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£663.00 |
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Vinous (94-97)For the first time ever, Le Désir is 100% Cabernet Franc in 2018. Vivid and brilliant in the glass, Le Désir bristles with energy. A vivid array of dark fruit, leather, spice, licorice, chocolate and espresso captivates all the senses. The 2018 Le Désir is a very special wine in the making. |
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California | 1 | 95 (JD) |
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£631.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)There were 32 barrels of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley produced. It’s a great wine, offering full-bodied richness and depth in a rich, concentrated, satisfying package. Classic Cabernet notes of cassis, tobacco, and chocolate all emerge from the glass, and it has ripe tannins, no hard edges, and the purity that’s the hallmark of the vintage front and center. A blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Petit Verdot, enjoy bottles any time over the coming 20 years or more. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£595.00 |
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Bedazzle your palate with the exceptional Vine Hill Ranch VHR Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, meticulously handcrafted in a biodiversity-friendly estate nestled in Oakville, Napa Valley. This exquisite wine owes its uniquely intense flavour-solid tannin integration and lengthy palate to a combination of hand-harvested clusters, indigenous yeast fermentation, and eighteen months in French oak barrels. The Phillips family, dedicated stewards of the terroir for three generations, meticulously tends seven blocks of rare vineyards to create this limited production, single-vineyard wine. Promising prominent red and black fruit elements interwoven with spice nuances, the Vine Hill Ranch VHR Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is more than a vintage - it's a rich, layered expression of its distinctive terroir laced with impeccable elegance. A hidden gem for connoisseurs, it offers a vibrant and age-worthy experience that radiates the timeless authenticity of premium Californian wine. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£1,122.00 |
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Crafted with precision by the esteemed Volker Eisele Family Estate, the 'Volker Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon 2015' emanates unparalleled elegance. Conceived from a vineyard in the Napa Valley's revered Chiles Valley District, the legacy of the creator, the late Volker Eisele- a meticulous cultivator who was a key crusader for organic farming- lives on in this exquisite libation. The 2015 vintage proffers captivating flavours redolent of blackcurrant, plum, and complex spice notes from the meticulous combination of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Merlot. Unsurprisingly, it ages gracefully in both French and American oak barrels for 21 months, intensifying its beguiling character. A harmonious balance of velvety tannins and vibrant acidity underscores its robust structure and profound finish. If you desire a sophisticated bottle that eloquently embodies Napa's rich winemaking tradition, 'Volker Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon 2015', is a matchless selection for aficionados searching for something truly special. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£423.00 |
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Trust in the eloquence of Wayfarer Chardonnay Fort Ross Seaview 2020, an exceptional white wine rich in Californian heritage. Crafted in the esteemed Fort Ross-Seaview viticultural area along the Sonoma Coast, this Chardonnay is a testament to the patience and attentiveness of Wayfarer Vineyard's meticulous winemaking team. The Chardonnay is aged in French oak barrels, which offers layers of complexity to the palate. The 2020 vintage, remarkable for its mild growing season, has yielded a wine of exquisite sophistication. It is a symphony of lush orchard fruit flavours and citrus undertones, defined by a bright acidity and a long, elegant finish, showcasing the vineyard’s distinctive minerality. Each glass of Wayfarer Chardonnay Fort Ross Seaview 2020 evokes the salty sea breeze and cool climate terroir that give it its unique qualities. Dive in, and luxuriate in an unparalleled taste experience, emblematic of excellent viticulture and traditional craftsmanship. |
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California | 1 | 94 (WS) |
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£409.00 |
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Wine Spectator (94)Offers an energetic mix of pomelo, lemon sherbet, pear and Honeycrisp apple flavors on a sleek, juicy frame. Pineapple, lime zest and orange blossom details add complexity and verve, with a touch of Himalayan sea salt on the finish. Drink now. 1,100 cases made. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
£515.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)The 2020 Chardonnay Wayfarer Vineyard is fragrant and layered with lemon verbena, toasted brioche, and white peach. It has detail and definition in its structure, with refreshing acidity and a stony, lifted finish. Drink it over the next 10 or more years. |
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California | 2 | - |
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£345.00 |
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Exemplifying craftsmanship and devotion, the Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 is an exquisite connotation of the Wayfarer Vineyard's finesse. Nestled in California's rugged Sonoma Coast, the mesmerising terrains of Fort Ross-Seaview provides ideal terroir for the cool-climate varietal Pinot Noir. Meticulously produced under the aegis of talented winemaker, Bibiana González Rave, the Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 demonstrates aromas of raspberry, pomegranate, rose petal, and bergamot. On the palate, the wine boasts layers of dark cherry, forest floor, baking spices, and Huckleberry. Traditional French winemaking techniques are adhered to, tenderly aged in French oak barrels, lending an opulent texture and rich tannins. Reflecting the coastal locality's cool winds and coastal fog, this wine embodies the quintessence of terroir-expressive Pinot Noir from an exceptional vintage. Wayfarer Pinot Noir Fort Ross Seaview 2019 is indeed a unique masterpiece, ideal for the discerning oenophile who seeks the epitome of exquisite taste and sophistication. |
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California | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£825.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Pinot Noir Mother Rock is a blend from two east-facing blocks (clone 777 and Mount Eden) that are co-fermented in the winery. Pliant and supple, with silky tannins, the Mother Rock is so expressive today. Time in the glass brings out a whole range of savory and mineral inflections that perk up the finish. |
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California | 1 | 97 (JD) |
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£438.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)A bright red ruby hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir The Estate is lifted in the glass and has a lot of fresh, bright notes of rosy perfume, grenadine, rosemary, and sweet earth. Medium-bodied, it has a vibrant energy and savory drive on the palate, with notes of salty earth and tea leaf, a light umami richness, ripe tannins, and evenly balanced acidity. It is lovely all the way through and is going to show its best if given more time in bottle. Drink 2026-2040. |
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California | 1 | 98 (JD) |
In Bond
£864.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)From an east and west-facing ridge, the 2022 Pinot Noir The Traveler is a deep magenta ruby hue and is entirely from a suitcase clone that is now referred to as the "Wayfarer Clone." In the glass, it reveals a complex and layered nose of ripe cherries, wildflowers, black raspberries, forest herbs, and blood orange. It’s driving on the palate, with refined tannins and coiled, bright acidity throughout, and it’s fully ripe but has a persistently long finish. Not a wine for the faint of heart, it’s built for the long haul and is going to show its best if given time in the cellar. Drink 2026-2046. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£501.00 |
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From the heart of California's Fort Ross-Seaview AVA, the idolised Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a paragon of meticulous viniculture. Its grapes are grown on the sun-soaked Wayfarer Estate vineyard, a jewel nestled in the cooling coastal fog. Reflecting the distinctive maritime terroir, this fine wine offers a vibrant bouquet of wild strawberry, rose petal, and fragrant spice. Structured and concentrated, each sip dances with notes of red and black fruits, ending with a streak of minerality showcasing the wine's exceptional pedigree. Masterfully created under the discerning hand of winemaker, Bibiana González Rave, the wine is aged for 15 months in French Oak, further enriching its already profound complexity. The Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a testament to the art of wine-making. A collector's dream, this fine wine encapsulates the unique grace and power of Californian Pinot Noir, destined to delight the palate for many years to come. |
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California | 1 | - |
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£170.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite flavours of World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013, an embodiment of luxury in the realm of fine wines. Produced in the fertile vineyards of Napa Valley, California, this fine Merlot is the brainchild of renowned winemaker, Jonathan Maltus, whose credible exploits in Bordeaux have been infused into this splendid creation. The World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013 is a harmonious blend of nature's bounty and the craftsmanship of experienced vintners. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested to preserve their robust qualities, then aged in French oak barrels to enrich the final profile. The wine exhibits a mélange of ripe black fruit flavours, nuanced by subtle undertones of spice, emanating from its consists refinement process. Its full-bodied, layered composition culminates in a lingering finish, enveloping your palate in a delightful luxury. A joy to savour, it pairs well with rich, hearty culinary offerings. Experience the opulence of fine wine with the World's End Little Sister Merlot Reserve 2013. |
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