United States Wine between $25 and $50

93 Points James Suckling

Vibrant nose with notes of blackcurrants, cassia bark and cloves. The palate is full-bodied with firm tannins and bright acidity, showing notes of blackberries, cedar and spices

The 2021 is a vintage that... Read More

Classic Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir. It is a deeply colored, fruit forward Pinot with a nose of spiced cranberry, strawberry and hibiscus. The abundance of fruit continues on the palate showing plum, dark cherry, and cranberry... Read More

It just smells expensive! - The 2022 Cabernet is next level! The fruit profile is Dark & Dangerous with sweet black fruit plus tobacco and clove notes that give this wine serious depth and complexity. The finish goes on forever... Read More

94 Points Tasting Panel

Following deep, penetrating notes of espresso and mocha, rich red fruit is powered by plush tannins. A generous wave of plum washes over the earthy finish.

Wine Maker Notes

This Russian River Valley Pinot... Read More

Cakebread's flagship Napa Valley Chardonnay opens with aromas of ripe green and golden apple, accented by fresh white peach and light oak. Across the palate, this golden wine is silken in texture with flavors of apple, citrus... Read More

Cakebread 2023 Sauvignon Blanc opens with aromas of pink grapefruit, lemon curd, fresh pear, melon, and passionfruit. Flavors of citrus, kiwi, and lemon zest give way to more subtle hints of mango, guava, and pineapple. Crisp... Read More

Sourced principally from our five family estates in Yountville, our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon presents a rich mix of blackberry and black cherry aromas and flavors, as well as nuanced flavors of nutmeg, clove, tobacco leaf,... Read More

Dark garnet; cherry, strawberry, and white pepper aromas. Entry is broad and expansive with black cherry, wild blackberry, rhubarb, and ripe plum. Velvety smooth and rich on the mid-palate. Finishes with spicy notes of clove and... Read More

93 Points James Suckling

A berry and cherry red with brightness and elegance. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins and a long, linear finish. Blackcurrants and chocolate. Some pine cone, too. Lots of finesse and savoriness.... Read More

The 2023 Hartford Court Russian River Valley Chardonnay offers subtle aromas of white flowers, citrus oil, subtle reduction and apricot. The elegant aromatics are complemented by fresh nectarine, lemon drop and grilled pineapple... Read More

Hartford Russian River Valley Zinfandel is showing aromas of ripe plum, blackberry, black cherry which are highlighted with hints of white pepper and allspice. Blueberry, red raspberry, nutmeg and mocha flavors lead into a long,... Read More

The nose has strawberry, blackberry and rose garden aromatics with a velvety tannin structure and racy acidity. The Willamette Valley will pair with your food throughout the winter and spring (and for years to come). The wine... Read More

This wine is the result of our meticulous selection of only the best botrytis-affected berries. Its deep golden hues, firm acidity, and layers of apricot, dried white figs, orange marmalade, and honeysuckle, are reminiscent of... Read More

Exhilarating blackberry and blueberry aromas are enhanced by crushed violet, herbes de Provence, and spiced tea. On the palate, dense and soft, with finely textured tannins. Juicy layers of black and red currants lead to a bright... Read More

The 2022 vintage being warmer than 2021, shows more black fruits as its base. Black cherry, boysenberry and black fig aromas jump out of the glass. It is vibrant with nice perfume. The mouth is very smooth, rich silky tannins... Read More

Delve into a sensory journey where dried cherries, plums, and black currants greet your palate, leading the way to a symphony of boysenberry, dark cherry, and subtle coffee undertones. Approachable tannins embrace a round, soft... Read More

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir offers aromas of raspberry, cranberry, black licorice, and exotic tea notes. On the palate, red cherry, plum, and boysenberry, subtle hints of espresso and cocoa nib underpin notes of spice and... Read More

Christo (as his Great-Aunt Marietta called him) is crafted in honor of my father. This California grown Rhône varietal blend is redolent with licorice, slate, and molasses. Brighter notes of honey and lavender lift the nose... Read More

Perfumed ripe summer black cherry, pomegranate seed, sweet spice and essence of mandarin rind mingle beautifully with warm pie crust, almond paste and vanilla pod aromas. On the palate, this Zinfandel is energetic and multi-faceted.... Read More

Shy in its youth, traditional Carneros aromas of strawberries and rhubarb are accompanied by elements of pomegranate and freshly toasted whole wheat bread and a hint of baking spice. These aromas are reflected on the palate with... Read More

The 2023 Eight Years in the Desert pours a dark mauve core with a red amethyst rim and aromatic notes of ripe blackberry and raspberry bramble. Further hints of chocolate covered espresso bean, black pepper and allspice emanate... Read More

Grenache, Petite Sirah and Syrah

The 2022 Abstract pours a dark purple core with a neon, ruby rim. The nose is quintessential Abstract but with a broodier twist-notes of ripe black plum, cacao, black pepper, cedar, dried porcini,... Read More

Varietal/Blend: Pinot Noir

Vineyard Area: The larger of the two components in the wine comes from Drum Canyon, which is on the northeastern edge of Santa Rita Hills. The other is drawn from Rancho San Julian Vineyard, a high-elevation... Read More

93 Points Vinous
The 2021 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast) is a huge overachiever. Bright, punchy and super-expressive, the 2021 offers up boisterous red/purplish fruit. Lavender, rose petal, spice and mint are all dialed up in this... Read More