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Winemaker Notes: Fresh and lively, with a dazzling youthful character followed by a broad and appetizing palate of white fruit and acacia honey with subtle pastry and brioche overtones. The finish is long and persistent, revealing a touch of chalky minerality, a signature of the Côte des Blancs, along with hints of grapefruit, blood orange and a delicate salinity.

Expert Ratings

94 Wine Enthusiast: A beautiful Champagne, this citrus and white-fruited wine is tightly textured with a strong mineral character and pure acidity and freshness. The low dosage means it is dry, but the fruit contrasts well with this.

93 Jeb Dunnuck: The 2018 Champagne Blanc De Blancs A/18 Extra Brut is 100% Chardonnay from Chouilly, Cramant, Oger, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Bisieul, and Cuis and spent six years in the cellars. A floral vintage, this wine boasts elegant notes of white peach, pear, fresh pastry, lemon candies, and fresh almond. Approachable and medium-bodied, the palate is more rounded, with a creamy mousse and lasting suggestions of fresh custard on the finish.

93 James Suckling: Lemony and pristine with aspirin-like tension. Light-bodied, showing superzesty tangerine flavors with bright fruit definition and good length. It might lack complexity at the moment but is poised to develop lots of energy, elegance and nerviness.

Alois Lageder · Terra Alpina Pinot Bianco · Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT · 2025

Founded in 1823 in Magrè, Alto Adige, Alois Lageder is a sixth-generation family winery and one of Italy's leading champions of biodynamic farming. The Terra Alpina line is a collaboration between Lageder and local growers, built to capture the character of the Dolomites, where cool Alpine air meets warm Mediterranean influences and vines root into distinctive dolomitic limestone soils.

Tasting Notes

Brilliant straw yellow in the glass, with fruity aromas of crisp apple and ripe peach. Fermented in stainless steel to keep it fresh and expressive, the 2025 is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, bright citrus and green apple flavors, a delicate thread of minerality, and a fresh, mouth-watering finish.

From the Winery

"Diversity inspires us. It makes for fertile soil, healthier agriculture and more life, ultimately, imparting distinct character to our wines. Why think in black and white when you can think in colour?"
— Alois Lageder

Food Pairings

• Aperitivo and light starters
• Fresh salads and spring vegetables
• All kinds of seafood
• Pasta dishes, especially lighter, herb- or seafood-based sauces
• Serve chilled, 46–50°F

Specs

• Producer: Alois Lageder
• Wine: Terra Alpina Pinot Bianco
• Vintage: 2025
• Country: Italy
• Region: Trentino-Alto Adige
• Appellation: Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
• Grape: 100% Pinot Bianco
• Farming: Organic
• Winemaking: Stainless steel fermentation
• Size: 750 ml

Alpine freshness in a bottle, and one of the most versatile whites on the table.

Onna Blanc By Ramon Canals Xarel.lo Ecologic Penedes 2025 · Penedes, Spain

Producer Description

Onna Xarel.lo is a white wine produced with the grape variety Xarel.lo from 100% organic certificate old vines grown in Penedés region. The juice was cold macerated with the skins to obtain the distinctive qualities of this indigenous grape variety. Onna presents a pale yellow color with white and tropical fruit aroma, full-bodied, pleasant and dry. It is an organic and vegan certificate wine.

Awards

GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2025
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2024
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2023
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2022
GOLD MEDAL – CATAVINUM WORLD WINES & SPIRITS AWARDS 2022
GOLD MEDAL – CATAVINUM WORLD WINES & SPIRITS AWARDS 2021
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2021
GOLD MEDAL – GILBERT & GAILLARD 2019
SILVER MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2018

Details

• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Region: Penedes, Spain
• Grape: Xarel.lo
• Type: White
• Farming: Organic
• Vegan

Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2023 — Napa Valley, California

Frank Family Vineyards is one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated estates, with roots tracing back to the historic Larkmead Winery site in Calistoga. Founded by Rich Frank in 1992, the winery has built its reputation on benchmark Napa Cabernet Sauvignon — wines that combine the valley’s signature power and richness with genuine elegance and age-worthiness. The 2023 vintage was a cool, precise year in Napa, producing wines of exceptional freshness and structure.

The 2023 opens with pronounced aromas of blackberry, cassis, and vanilla. On the palate, flavors of black plum, nutmeg, dark chocolate, and a touch of espresso build into a complex, full-bodied structure, anchored by a core of elegant acidity and fine tannins that carry from start to a long, savory finish. James Suckling awarded it 94 points, calling it “a refined and complete example of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon showing all the poise and freshness of the cool vintage.”

James Suckling 94 — “Taut and austere, with a good core of fruit, fine tannins, a textured mouthfeel and balanced acidity, leading to a savory, mouthwatering finish.”

• Producer: Frank Family Vineyards, Calistoga, Napa Valley
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Napa Valley AVA
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, cassis, vanilla, black plum, nutmeg, dark chocolate, espresso, elegant acidity
• Best Paired With: Grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, roasted lamb, wild mushroom risotto, aged cheddar, Manchego

A benchmark Napa Cabernet at a price that still makes sense — Frank Family delivers every time.

Winemaker Description

The dry jurançon perfectly represents the style of the estate: precise, pure and grandiose. a straight, tense white wine. the attack is lively, the mid-palate is incredibly intense and the finish never ceases to delight us. the blend of native grape varieties is judiciously developed for a stunning result. its aging potential is certain.

For over thirty-five years, Domaine de Souch has been a pioneer in producing modern-style Jurançon wines. Certified organic and biodynamic since 1994, their south-facing terraced vineyards are nestled on steep slopes with views of the Pyrenees Mountains. 

Memo Summary Notes

The Domaine de Souch "Cuvée Monplaisir" Jurançon Sec 2024 is a standout white wine from one of the most soulful estates in Southwest France. The winery was famously founded by Yvonne Hegoburu, who began her winemaking journey at the age of 60 in honor of her late husband and became a pioneer of biodynamics in the region.

The ultimate partner for shellfish (oysters, crab, lobster). It also cuts beautifully through the richness of sheep’s milk cheeses (like Ossau-Iraty), grilled trout, or summer salads with citrus vinaigrettes.

A. A. Badenhorst · Swartland · 2022

Chenin Blanc-led white blend | Swartland, South Africa | 750ml

In the slopes and valleys of the Paardeberg, cousins Adi and Hein Badenhorst and their extended family make wines rooted in the Swartland. The Kalmoesfontein and Jakkalsfontein farms are home to old bush vines, while the cellar team's back-to-basics approach favors old cement kuipe, basket presses, instinct, and patience.

The 2022 Family White Blend brings eight grape varieties together around a Chenin Blanc core. Yellow rose, peach, sweet sage, and crushed rock salt introduce a wine with generous texture and an exotic edge, balanced by freshness. Citrus-pith, white-tea, and smoky notes add further layers to explore at the table.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022

Wine Advocate, 95 Points · Vintage 2022 | The A. A. Badenhorst Family Wines 2022 Swartland Kalmoesfontein White Blend is 45% Chenin Blanc, 11% Clairette Blanche, 10% Grenache Blanc, 8% Palomino, 8% Viognier, 8% Roussanne, 5% Muscat d'Alexandrie and 5% Verdelho. I love the balance of the medium-plus mouthfeel and that hint of something exotic that picks up intensity with time. The wine starts off on a delicate note with yellow rose, peach, sweet sage and crushed rock salt. Those aromas gain intensity while the wine remains fresh and balanced all the while. This is a release of 10,000 bottles.

Wine Spectator, 92 Points | Apple seed and dried citrus pith aromas are fortified by impressions of geranium, sandalwood and white tea. Aging gracefully, this Chenin remains tightly wound, showing serious power through the energetic, smoky finish. Chenin Blanc, Clairette Blanche, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Viognier, Palomino, Muscat d'Alexandria and Verdelho. Best from 2027 through 2032. 100 cases imported.

Producer Description

Quietly tucked into the slopes and valleys of the Paardeberg, the Kalmoesfontein and Jakkalsfontein farms are home to over 180 hectares of old bush vines. Here, cousins Adi and Hein Badenhorst, their extended family and a hand-picked crew produce AA Badenhorst wines.

Pairing & Serving

Serve chilled, allowing the wine to open in the glass. Suggested pairings include roast chicken, grilled seafood, or a creamy mushroom dish. Wine Spectator recommends a drinking window of 2027 through 2032.

Wine Details

• Producer: A. A. Badenhorst Family Wines
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Swartland, South Africa
• Blend: 45% Chenin Blanc, 11% Clairette Blanche, 10% Grenache Blanc, 8% Palomino, 8% Viognier, 8% Roussanne, 5% Muscat d'Alexandrie, 5% Verdelho
• Type: White wine
• Size: 750ml

Winemaker Description

Lightly touched by wood aging, this ripe Mercurey Blanc is both crisp and rich. Its briskness brings a mineral edge while the ripeness produces generous apple and apricot fruit. Matured on fine lees with regular stirring, the wine possesses remarkable body and smooth richness that are central to its balance. Ready to drink now.

About Philippe Le Hardi

Philippe Le Hardi is one of Burgundy’s most respected négociant-éleveurs, based in Santenay on the southern Côte de Beaune and specializing in wines from the Côte Chalonnaise and Côte d’Or. With deep roots in the region and a commitment to expressing the character of each appellation, Philippe Le Hardi produces wines that balance Burgundian tradition with approachability. Their kosher range — certified Kosher for Passover and Mevushal — is crafted to the same standards as their full portfolio, bringing authentic Burgundy to the kosher table. The Mercurey Blanc is sourced from the Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy’s most underrated appellation for white wine, where Chardonnay on limestone and clay soils produces wines of real depth and mineral character at outstanding value.

Food Pairings

Grilled fish, roasted chicken, veal in cream sauce, soft ripened cheeses, mushroom risotto, and light pasta dishes. A natural match for Shabbat dinners, Passover seders, and holiday tables. A versatile, food-friendly white Burgundy.

Product Details

• Producer: Philippe Le Hardi
• Appellation: Mercurey Blanc AOC, Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France
• Grape: Chardonnay
• Aging: Lightly oaked, matured on fine lees with regular stirring
• Certification: Kosher for Passover, Mevushal
• Vintage: 2023
• Style: Crisp, rich, mineral white Burgundy
• Format: 750ml

Guy Charlemagne Vieilles Vignes Mésnillésime — Le Mesnil-sur-Oger 2015

Guy Charlemagne's Mésnillésime is the estate's most serious statement — a single-vintage, single-village Blanc de Blancs drawn exclusively from old vines averaging 58 years of age, rooted in the chalk-rich Grand Cru soils of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. The 2015 vintage delivered a warm, concentrated expression of Chardonnay, vinified partly in oak barrels without malolactic fermentation to preserve the wine's tension and mineral purity. After approximately six years of lees aging, it was disgorged with a dosage of just 3 g/L — firmly Extra Brut — allowing the terroir of Le Mesnil to speak without interference.

In the glass, pale gold with green highlights and a fine, persistent mousse. The bouquet opens with candied lemon, ripe apple, pear, acacia honey, and white flowers, deepening with air into brioche, toasted almond, flint, and a delicate iodine-like smokiness. The palate is rich yet precise — ripe orchard fruit and candied citrus layered with pastry, subtle oak, and chalky minerality, carried by bright acidity to a long, saline finish of citrus zest, flint, and vanilla. A gastronomic Champagne built for the table: oysters, caviar, lobster, roasted turbot, sole meunière, or aged Comté.

Wine Enthusiast 95 • Vinous 90 — "Done in a light-bodied, ethereal style. Dried lemon peel, crushed flowers, chamomile and dried herbs show the gentle patina of age."

• Producer: Guy Charlemagne, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Champagne, France
• Vintage: 2015
• Appellation: Champagne Grand Cru
• Village: Le Mesnil-sur-Oger
• Cuvée: Vieilles Vignes Mésnillésime
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Style: Blanc de Blancs, Extra Brut
• Vinification: Partially aged in oak; no malolactic fermentation
• Dosage: Approximately 3 g/L
• Lees Aging: Approximately six years
• Size: 750ml
• Serving Temperature: 48–54°F
• Best Paired With: Oysters, caviar, lobster, roasted turbot, sole meunière, aged Comté
• Cellar Potential: Enjoy now or cellar for further development

A 95-point grower Champagne from one of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger's most dedicated estates — old vines, low dosage, and six years on lees make this one of the most compelling Blanc de Blancs available today.

LA CREMA CHARDONNAY MONTEREY 2024 | 750ML

🇺🇸 United States — Chardonnay | Monterey, California

A consistently reliable, cool-climate Chardonnay from one of California’s most focused white wine producers. The nose opens with grilled pineapple, citrus blossom, tangerine, and papaya. On the palate, white peach, key lime, and honeydew melon are complemented by a touch of barrel spice and a river stone minerality. Energetic and well-balanced, with a clean, refreshing finish.

La Crema — whose original name, La Crema Viñera, means “best of the vine” — has focused exclusively on cool-climate appellations since 1979. From its home in the Russian River Valley to Monterey and the Willamette Valley, the winery is committed to producing naturally balanced, site-expressive wines through thorough vineyard selection and boutique winemaking techniques.

90 Points — Wine Enthusiast
“Clean aromas of lemon zest, lime pith and sliced apple show on the nose… The palate is energetic with familiar flavors of Meyer lemon and nectarine.”
— Matt Kettmann. (Vintage 2024). 

Pairs well with: Grilled chicken, seafood, creamy pasta, and soft cheeses.

Grape: Chardonnay
Region: Monterey, California, United States
Vintage: 2024
Format: 750ml
Score: 90 pts Wine Enthusiast

Lindeman's · Bin 45 Cabernet Sauvignon · South Eastern Australia

Lindeman's Bin 45 Cabernet Sauvignon pairs dark berry and cassis flavors with a smooth, approachable finish. In this 1.5-liter magnum, it is an easy choice for sharing over a relaxed dinner or bringing to a gathering.

Producer & Origin

Part of Lindeman's Bin series, Bin 45 is sourced from South Eastern Australia. Its emphasis is on approachable Cabernet Sauvignon character and a consistent, easy-drinking style suited to the everyday table.

Tasting Notes

Medium- to full-bodied, with dark berry fruit and cassis at the core. Hints of chocolate and mint add interest, leading into a smooth finish.

Pairing & Serving Suggestions

Try with grilled burgers, roast beef, lamb chops or hearty mushroom dishes. Serve slightly below room temperature, and let the magnum take its place at the center of a shared meal.

Details

• Producer: Lindeman's
• Wine: Bin 45
• Country: Australia
• Region: South Eastern Australia
• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Type: Red wine
• Body: Medium to full
• Bottle size: 1.5 liters / Magnum
• Closure: Screwtop

Cabernet Sauvignon | Delle Venezie, Veneto / Italy
Vintage: 2024  |  Size: 1.5L Magnum

Santa Marina is a reliable, well-priced Italian Cabernet Sauvignon from the Delle Venezie IGT — the broad northeastern Italian appellation that stretches across Veneto, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The region’s cool Alpine-influenced climate gives Cabernet Sauvignon a freshness and structure that sets it apart from warmer-climate expressions, producing wines that are elegant, food-friendly, and built for the table.

This 1.5L Magnum is the ideal format for entertaining — generous, impressive, and built for sharing. Dark ruby red in the glass, with classic notes of cassis and black tea on the nose. Luscious cedar and vanilla complement an elegant but bold tannin structure on the palate, with a medium- to full-bodied weight and a pleasant, lingering finish. Straightforward, satisfying, and excellent value at the Magnum scale.

“Dark ruby red in appearance. Classic notes of cassis and black tea suffuse this wine. Luscious notes of cedar and vanilla complement its elegant but bold tannin structure. Medium to full bodied with a pleasant lingering finish.”
— Santa Marina

Pairs with: Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, pasta Bolognese, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, or any hearty dinner party spread.

Château Greysac Cru Bourgeois Supérieur — Médoc, Bordeaux 2019

Château Greysac has a remarkable story. Built in the 1700s in the Médoc hamlet of Begadan, north of St. Estèphe, the estate was purchased in 2012 by Jean Guyon — a tastemaker, designer, and visionary who moved in the circles of fine art and couture fashion. Guyon arrived with a clear objective: to craft wines with the same care and attention to detail as a Cru Classé, but at far more approachable prices. He modernized the winery, overhauled vineyard practices with sustainability in mind, and by 2018 the estate was classified as Cru Bourgeois Supérieur. As the largest landowner in the Médoc, Guyon controls quality and consistency that few Bordelaise châteaux can claim — which is why, since 2015, Greysac has been the persistent #1 Médoc over $20 in the United States.

The 2019 — widely regarded as one of Bordeaux's finest vintages of the last decade — is a seamless, beautifully structured expression of the estate. The nose is plush and enticing: blackcurrant, blackberry, dark cherry, cedar, graphite, and a hint of spice. On the palate, it's medium-to-full-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine depth, smooth structured tannins, and a pure, caressing finish that belies its backbone. Aged 12 months in 50% one-year-old French oak and 50% tank, with malolactic fermentation in oak and three months of lees stirring.

"Seamless nose with plush black fruits and a hint of spice. Fabulous fruit on the palate with great balancing acidity and fine-grained tannins. Persistent finish." — Decanter, 96 Points

• Producer: Château Greysac, Begadan, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois Supérieur
• Vintage: 2019
• Appellation: Médoc AOC
• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
• Vineyard: 68 ha on clay-gravel hilltop; avg. 35-year-old vines; sustainably farmed
• Aging: 12 months, 50% one-year-old French oak / 50% tank; MLF in oak; 3 months lees stirring
• Size: 750ml
• Accolades: Decanter 96 | Vinous 91 | Jeb Dunnuck 90
• Tasting Notes: Blackcurrant, blackberry, dark cherry, cedar, graphite, smooth tannins, persistent finish
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, duck confit, aged hard cheeses, classic Bordelaise cuisine

The #1 Médoc over $20 in the US — Cru Bourgeois Supérieur quality at an approachable price, in one of Bordeaux's greatest recent vintages.

Caymus Vineyards · Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley · 2020

Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 brings together dark fruit, intense concentration and fine, velvety tannins. Selected from the best barrels of the estate’s Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Special Selection combines supple flavors with the structure to enjoy upon release or with bottle aging.

Producer & Family

Chuck, Charlie and Jenny Wagner
“We feel extremely fortunate to spend our days farming grapes and making wine, following a path laid out by past generations of our family. One of our biggest fortunes is sharing good company, great food and delicious wine.”

Chuck Wagner and his late parents, Lorna and Charlie Sr., opened Caymus Vineyards in 1972 with 240 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon. Caymus remains family-owned and run, with the next generation carrying forward its farming and winemaking work.

Co-founder Charlie Wagner Sr. (1912–2002) was a dedicated farmer who became a serious home winemaker before establishing Caymus. His example of hard work, endurance and appreciation for life’s simple pleasures remains part of the family’s story.

Vineyards & House Style

Caymus Vineyards is located in the center of Napa Valley. Its Cabernet Sauvignon is grown on low-fertility soils on the valley floor and surrounding mountains. Viticultural practices include some dry farming, high-density planting, yield thinning, attention to vine health and harvesting at elevated ripeness. Some vineyard blocks are planted as closely as one meter by one meter.

The house style emphasizes dark, concentrated Cabernet with ripe, luxurious, fruit-driven softness, alongside tannins and structure for long-term bottle aging. Each year, the best barrels of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon are set aside for Special Selection.

Winemaker Description

Caymus Vineyards
Each year, Caymus sets aside the best barrels of their Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety tannins and enjoyable upon release or with aging. A wine of structure with intense concentration of supple flavors and dark fruits.

The Caymus Portfolio

Beyond its Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus produces a smaller amount of Special Selection and a limited Napa Valley Zinfandel honoring co-founder Charlie Wagner Sr., for whom it was a favorite. The Wagners have also introduced Caymus California Cabernet Sauvignon, a separate bottling reflecting the state’s vineyard land with the supple, dark and rich character associated with Caymus.

Pairing Suggestions

Try with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised short ribs or hearty mushroom dishes to complement the wine’s concentrated dark fruit and velvety structure.

Details

• Producer: Caymus Vineyards
• Wine: Special Selection
• Vintage: 2020
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country: United States
• Region: California
• Appellation: Napa Valley
• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Type: Red wine
• Selection: Best barrels of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Château Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon — Columbia Valley, Washington 2022

Château Ste. Michelle is Washington State’s founding winery and one of the most important names in American wine. The Indian Wells label is their warm-climate expression — sourced from the Indian Wells Vineyard and a selection of other warm-climate Washington sites ranging from the Wahluke Slope to Cold Creek Vineyard in the Columbia Valley. These are some of the hottest, most sun-drenched growing sites in the Pacific Northwest, producing grapes of exceptional ripeness, concentration, and dark fruit intensity. The result is a lush, opulent New World Cabernet that delivers serious pleasure at an honest price: rich, round, and full-bodied, with the kind of generous fruit that makes it immediately approachable.

The nose is dark and inviting — blackberry, black cherry, and ripe plum with a hint of mocha and spice. Syrah (12%) adds richness and concentration; Merlot (3%) rounds out the texture. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a lush, velvety mouthfeel, concentrated dark fruit, and a smooth, lingering finish. Aged 18 months in a combination of neutral and new American and French oak, with gentle pump-overs to extract optimal flavor and color while minimizing harsh tannins.

• Producer: Château Ste. Michelle, Woodinville, Washington, USA
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Columbia Valley AVA
• Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 3% Merlot
• Aging: 18 months in 75% neutral oak, 20% new American oak, 5% new French oak
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, black cherry, ripe plum, mocha, spice, velvety finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled ribeye, BBQ brisket, lamb chops, aged cheddar, mushroom burgers

Washington State’s most celebrated winery delivers a lush, warm-climate Cabernet built for the table — Indian Wells is the Columbia Valley red that over-delivers at every price point.

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Pascal Janvier Coteaux du Loir Blanc bears a unique aromatic signature. Exotically perfumed with hints of guava, musk, and clove, it finishes dry and quite flinty. 

96 James Suckling:  Though slightly restrained at this young age, this is an outstanding wine with the structure and depth of flavor typical of this estate-grown bottling. Blackberries, dried blueberries, creme de cassis, cedar and cinnamon are layered on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained, velvety and well integrated. Drinkable now but best from 2029.

95 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. kicks off with masses of black cherries and cassis, plus hints of dark chocolate. It's full-bodied, rich and velvety in feel, perhaps even a touch open-knit in character, but it shows great length and freshness on the lingering finish.

94 Jeb Dunnuck: Rocking levels of crème de cassis, redcurrants, spicy wood, dried flowers, and sweet tobacco all emerge from the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V., a medium to full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon that has a pure, layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe, polished tannins, and a great finish. Aged 20 months in 100% new French oak, it's another remarkably fresh 2022 from this estate that has tons to love.

Winemaker Notes

The 2023 Ridge Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon marks the first return of this historic cuvée since 2007 — a blend of Monte Bello estate fruit and neighboring vineyards (Bates Ranch, Fellom Ranch, Vidovich), aged 16 months in 100% American oak. A blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot, it is a superb access point to the Ridge house style at a more approachable price.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2023

Owen Bargreen — 93 Points | Refined and elegant on the tongue, as toasty oak caresses a gorgeous core of dark currants, black cherry compote, and espresso bean notes alongside gravelly soils. Very fresh and vibrant with terrific acidity. Drink 2025–2035.

Vinous — 93 Points | Taut and structured, opening with dark fruit, cracked pepper, smoked meat, tobacco leaf, and cedar, all enshrouded in firm, chalky tannins that lead to a long, savory finish. A very fine access point to the Ridge house style. — Billy Norris

Wine Enthusiast — 93 Points + Cellar Selection | Aromas of black plum, clove, and ajwain draw in the nose, while the palate picks up licorice and more black plum alongside a firm structure. — Matt Kettmann

Wine Advocate — 92 Points | A lush nose of sweet black fruits, pine needles, sage, and a gourmand touch of vanilla pod introduces a soft, velvety, and pliable palate, ending with a pure, mouthwatering finish. A solid, accessible, and over-performing example of Santa Cruz Mountain Cabernet. — Matthew Luczy

Wine Spectator — 92 Points | Lively singed mesquite and savory notes up front, with juicy red currant, bitter cherry, and plum coulis held in check by nicely chiseled tannins. Best from 2027 through 2038. — James Molesworth

• Producer: Ridge Vineyards
• Appellation: Santa Cruz Mountains AVA, California
• Vineyards: Monte Bello Estate + Bates Ranch, Fellom Ranch, Vidovich
• Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot
• Aging: 16 months, 100% American oak
• Farming: Organic
• Vintage: 2023
• Drink: Now through 2038
• Format: 750ml

FETZER VALLEY OAKS CABERNET SAUVIGNON NV | 750ML

🇺🇸 United States — Cabernet Sauvignon | California

A reliable, food-friendly California Cabernet that delivers more than its price suggests. The nose opens with enticing aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and vanilla, with evident oak spice and a hint of herbs. On the palate, ripe blackberry, mocha, toffee, and vanilla layer together in a medium-bodied wine with medium-firm tannins that provide structure and balance. A wine that will continue to evolve in the bottle.

Fetzer’s Valley Oaks range has long been a benchmark for approachable, well-made California red — consistent, versatile, and built for the table.

Pairs well with: Grilled meats, burgers, pasta with red sauce, aged cheddar.

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: California, United States
Style: Medium-bodied, oak-aged
Format: 750ml

Expert Review - Vintage 2021 

Charles Curtis, MW of Decanter Magazine 96 Points | In 2021 the domaine protected this site above all from frost but still lost half their crop despite being surrounded by the also well-protected vines of Domaine Leflaive. Accessible almost even now the aromas of green apple and passionfruit coconut butter and baking spice are almost opening even now. There is a lovely freshness and silky texture yet this is a powerful wine with impressive length and density at the end. This should open in five years and continue to improve for at least twenty-five more. (Drink between 2027-2050).

Blue Quail | Potter Valley Unoaked Chardonnay | Mendocino County | 2025 | Certified Organic

Blue Quail's Potter Valley Chardonnay is a deliberate departure from the California norm — no oak, no malolactic fermentation, no butter. What you get instead is a bright, dry, fruit-forward white that lets the cool-climate character of Potter Valley speak clearly. Sourced from certified organic vineyards in one of Mendocino County's highest-elevation and most temperature-variable sub-appellations, this is Chardonnay built for the table rather than the trophy shelf.

Potter Valley sits at the northeastern edge of Mendocino County, separated from the warmer coastal valleys by the Mayacamas Mountains. The combination of warm days and cool nights preserves natural acidity and extends the growing season, allowing the Chardonnay to develop ripe orchard fruit flavors without losing freshness or structure. Organic farming across the estate reflects a commitment to soil health and clean, expressive fruit.

The wine is fermented in stainless steel and sees no oak contact and no malolactic fermentation — a deliberate choice that keeps the palate crisp, linear and food-friendly. The result is a Chardonnay with genuine verve: fresh and bright on the nose with aromas of ripe pear, green apple, apricot and white peach, accented by wildflowers and a touch of flint. The palate is lively and well balanced, with flavors of young peach, citrus, pineapple and white fig, carried by mouthwatering acidity through a clean, mineral-tinged finish.

Highly versatile at the table. Pairs beautifully with oysters, clams, grilled trout, shrimp, sushi, Thai green curry, General Tso’s chicken, asparagus risotto, roasted root vegetables and fresh cheeses. Equally at home as a standalone aperitif.

• Producer: Blue Quail
• Appellation: Potter Valley, Mendocino County, California
• Grape Variety: Chardonnay (100%)
• Vintage: 2025
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Vinification: Stainless steel; no oak, no malolactic fermentation
• Style: Unoaked, dry white wine
• Closure: Screwcap
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Winemaker Description 

Lively, fruity nose, mixing notes of lemon, white flowers, pineapple and yellow peach. The palate is nervous and remarkably fruity, combining the fatness, saltiness and sap of a ripe wine with the freshness of a thirsty wine.

This wine comes exclusively from the vineyards of Domaine Marcel DEISS. It is produced from ripe grapes, vinified with the utmost respect and without oenological inputs. 

These grapes express the depth of the Alsatian terroir and we are happy to produce a wine that expresses our attachment to our region. Varietals: All the Alsatians grapes allowed in the AOC (13 in total). 
 

Winemaker Description 

Ugni blanc” gives finesse, elegance and a little acidity. Colombard gives persistence and a lovely fruity taste. This blend of these 2 varieties finds a perfect balance!

Perfect for Aperitif, this is a perfect match with cheese for exemple. Pineau should be served chilled, at 5°C!

Harvest: after maturity controls, grapes are picked-up by hand for the best selection of grapes.

Maceration: a maceration is realized during 36 hours for the best concentrations of all aromas and give the body to our Pineau des Charentes

Pressing: the 2 varieties are pressed separately in a specific pneumatic press
Mutage (fermentation stop): the grape juice (3/4) is blended with ¼ of eau-de-vie de Cognac (at least 70 % volume and age of maximum one year). Adding the eau-de-vie of Cognac with this high alcohol content makes fall down the departure in fermentation, so keeping the natural sugar of the grape
Ageing: this blend will be aged in French oak casks (roux and old) for much more than the minimum required by the appellation which is 5 years to get the mention “Vieux”.

Bottling: a bottling line for all round bottles at Famille Vallet estate.

Winemaker Description

The wine is medium bodied and moderate in tannin, with some beautiful suppleness to the mid-palate that reflects the moderate summer, accompanied by a touch of extra richness from the hot autumn weather. 100% Certified organic and dry farmed.

Expert Review

James Suckling 91 Points | Aromas of crushed herbs, sliced plums, blackcurrants and violets. Full-bodied with powdery tannins. Bright acidity pairs nicely with the fresh red fruit on the palate. Could use another year to come together. Best after 2023. (2020).