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Crispness and admirable balance are the hallmarks of 2015 Aria di Caiarossa, a... Crispness and admirable balance are the hallmarks of 2015 Aria di Caiarossa, a blend of four noble varieties that mirrors the estate philosophy. This wine is notable for its spicy balsam, velvety texture, and dense, fine-grained tannins. Blend: 28%,... more

Chateau de Plaisance's only red from the Butte de Chaume on schist, phtanite a... Chateau de Plaisance's only red from the Butte de Chaume on schist, phtanite and spilite soils. To be enjoyed with friends with spicy tapas. Blend: 30% Cabernet Franc, 70% Cabernet Sauvignon more

The 2018 Secret Blend is another outstanding wine. Made from 87% Cabernet Sauv... The 2018 Secret Blend is another outstanding wine. Made from 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, from sites in Oakville, Rutherford, and St. Helena, it has a deep purple color as well as ample darker currant and cassis... more

This is a blend composed of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, made from grape... This is a blend composed of Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, made from grapes from Gualtallary. Its 12-month ageing process in 500-liter French oak barrels provides it with structure, while its subsequent ageing in 3000-liter concrete amphoras gives... more

This red wine is a single vineyard blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit ... This red wine is a single vineyard blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Tannat and Cabernet Franc. The Cabernet gives the wine backbone and structure which is supported by the aromatics and silky profile of the Malbec and Cabernet Franc.... more

Deep red tending to garnet. Its aroma is intense, complex, redolent of wild be... Deep red tending to garnet. Its aroma is intense, complex, redolent of wild berries, and with a spicy touch. Excellently structured, it fascinates with its round and silky taste with creamy tannins and a delicious finish. Blend: 60% Merlot, 20%... more

The terroir shows in this clean, mineral driven red wine. It displays a spicy ... The terroir shows in this clean, mineral driven red wine. It displays a spicy and fresh nose with notes of blackcurrant and red fruits. Blend: 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc more

A single lieu-dit on the Chaume hill, facing south. Plaisance owns the only re... A single lieu-dit on the Chaume hill, facing south. Plaisance owns the only red grapes on the Chaume hill. Lots of millerandage in this vineyard. 35+ year old vines. Spilite over schist bedrock. De-stemmed. Three week maceration. Indigenous yeast. Aged... more

#11 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2022 Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% C... #11 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2022 Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon Rich plum colour. This takes its time to open, is pretty subtle at first, but then explodes in juicy fruit. Clear salinity where you can feel the slate... more

Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon The Barrel Sample... Blend: 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon The Barrel Sample for this wine is above 14% Abv. Plum, mushroom and bark aromas with some wet earth. It’s medium-to full- bodied with round, medium-chewy tannins that are polished and... more

The classic Forman Vineyard gravel vineyard structure, as always, has displaye... The classic Forman Vineyard gravel vineyard structure, as always, has displayed more of a Claret nose than California. Deep berry but also a spicy Cabernet herbal quality exists - a hallmark of the vineyard. Flavors are wonderfully full with quite... more

Blend: 3% Cabernet Franc, 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot Moving to the Gra... Blend: 3% Cabernet Franc, 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot Moving to the Grand Vin, the 2022 Château Smith Haut Lafitte checks in as 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot. This ripe, powerful, concentrated... more

2019 Winemaker’s Cuvée is a testament to an exceptional vintage for Bordeau... 2019 Winemaker’s Cuvée is a testament to an exceptional vintage for Bordeauxgrapes and our incredible vineyards in the Alexander Valley. A strong base of 80%Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot is complemented by small amounts of Cabernet Franc and... more

The Catena Cabernet Sauvignon shows a dark ruby color with violet tones. On th... 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, clove, and a touch of cedar. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich and displays... more

Deep color with very ripe red fruit on the nose. On the palate, the vintage pr... Deep color with very ripe red fruit on the nose. On the palate, the vintage proves to be particularly rich, intense and smooth with very rounded tannins. Long persistent finish. Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit... more

The dynamic aromas of this wine display gorgeous notes of rose, fennel, tar, g... The dynamic aromas of this wine display gorgeous notes of rose, fennel, tar, graphite, earthy loam, dusty cocoa, and bay laurel; as the wine evolves in the glass, the aromas become even more floral and savory. In the mouth, big, bright flavors of this... more

Appealing and elegant ruby robe. Delicate red fruit aromas. A subtle overtone ... Appealing and elegant ruby robe. Delicate red fruit aromas. A subtle overtone of wood reveals its spicy bouquet. Remarkable balance with round and ripe tannins. Elegant and silky on the palate, it finishes with a delectable touch offemininity. This is... more

A flagship wine, Tenuta di Trinoro is remarkably direct and appetizing, and ye... A flagship wine, Tenuta di Trinoro is remarkably direct and appetizing, and yet it's made to last for decades. It is immediately riper and richer than red Bordeaux, benefiting as it does from the bright Tuscan sun, but is much more complex than other... more