Red Wines of California

Red Wines of California

  • Reunion, Inglenook – Blended Cabernet Sauvignon from three historic vineyards, Napanook Vineyard, Inglenook Ranch and Niebaum-Coppola.
  • Opus One, Mondavi/Rothschild 1981 – The joint venture between these two dynamic winemakers produced Bordeaux styled blends with California fruit.
  • Opus One 1982
  • Opus One 1983
  • Opus One 1984
  • Opus One 1985
  • Opus One 1986
  • Opus One 1987
  • Opus One 1988
  • Opus One 1989
  • Opus One 1990
  • Opus One 1991
  • Opus One 1992
  • Opus One 1993
  • Opus One 1994
  • Opus One 1995
  • Rubicon, Niebaum-Coppola – The first wine making venture of Francis Ford Coppola; full-bodied, deep, complex and elegant.
  • Tapestry, Beaulieu Vineyards – Poweiful red wine. Tightly knit fruit; plenty of tannin. Tremendous structure.
  • Insignia, Joseph Phelps – One of California’s most highly acclaimed “Meritage” red wines. Elegant, authoritative and complex with classic finish.
  • Carmenet – Interesting and bold wine; blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Complex and full-flavored.
  • Dominus – Produced by Christian Moueix of Château Petrus. Deep ruby red color. The grapes, from the Napanook Vineyard, yield classic wine with classic aromas.
  • Pegaso 1988, Clos Pegas – A proprietary blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Stylish and elegant enhancing any occasion.
  • Reserve Alexander, Geyser Peak – A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Impressive, intense wine with a rich, sweet nose laced with complex notes of mint and vanilla oak.
  • Sangiovese, Atlas Peak – Spicy, ripe fruit flavors. This Italian variety grown in California presents a soft, elegant palate.
  • Mistura, R.H. Phillips – Rhone varietal blend, excellent with lighter foods, youthful & vibrant.
  • Colline di Sassi, Robert Pepi – The first California Sangiovese is a medium bodied, elegant, dry and somewhat austere version.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Grgich Hills – Ruby red Cabernet with a ripe core of cassis, currants, plums and cherry. From one of Napa’s most talented winemakers.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve, Sterling Vineyards – Tightly knit fruit and sleek, elegant structure typify the wines of Sterling.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Chalkhill – A select offering; compact and elegantly structured. Tight flavors of cassis & plum.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Benziger – Ripe and lively with spice, berry and currant flavors.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, “Coastal”, Beaulieu Vineyard – Concentrated, velvety and elegant with delicious violet and black cherry aromas in the finish.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Bogle Vineyards – Dry, delicious, mouth-filling, fruity. Silky smooth, rich taste.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, Clos du Bois – Dry, delicious, mouth-filling, fruity. Silky smooth, rich taste.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Briarcrest, Clos du Bois -The Briarcrest version of Cabernet from Clos du Bois is full-bodied, supple, rich and delicious even in it’s youth.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Far Niente – Rich in spicy fruit with a taste of chocolate and herbs. Very complex and aggressive.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Rodney Strong Sonoma Reserve
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, “Alexander’s Crown”, Rodney Strong – Big, ripe and oaky; powerful and elegant.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Turnbull Cellars – Big cedary, spicy cassis aromas and flavors and attractive depth. Very complex & delicious.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Georges de Latour Private Reserve, Beaulieu Vineyard 1981 – Top of the line from California’s most respected old winery; Beaulieu has been in California’s top flight of producers since it’s founding in 1900.
  • Private Reserve 1982, Beaulieu Vineyard
  • Private Reserve 1988, Beaulieu Vineyard
  • Private Reserve 1990, Beaulieu Vineyard
  • Private Reserve 1995, Beaulieu Vineyard
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1978 Robert Mondavi – Redefined, classic 100% Cabernet, smooth and elegant, ready to drink.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1982 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1983 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1984 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1985 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1986 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1987 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1988 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1989 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1990 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1991 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1992 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1993 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1994 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve 1995 Robert Mondavi
  • Cabernet Sauvignoti, Robert Mondavi – Mondavi is, above all else, a Cabernet Sauvignon specialist. Good concentration of fruit and impeccable balance typify these Cabernets.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Jack London Vineyard, Kenwood – Big, intensely rich textured wine with full varietal flavors.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Raymond Napa Estates – Smooth and well-balanced, with great fruit flavor. An excellent napa wine.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan – A satiny finish, award winning Cabernet, mature in flavor and robust to the taste.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Grand Reserve, Kendall-Jackson – Complex, luscious, full-bodied red wine. Rich in flavor, long finish.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, R.H. Phillips – Deep color; very intense with mature black cherry varietal notes. 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon, Silverado (when available) – This Disney-owned winery started off in 1981 with good wines which have improved steadily since.
  • Pinot Noir, Robert Mondavi – A good example of fruity Pinot Noir. Pronounced varietal character.
  • Pinot Noir Carneros, Saintsbury – Medium-bodied red wine with excellent fruit and tannin; reminiscent of a fine Burgundy.
  • Merlot Carneros, Buena Vista – Full-flavored and elegant red wine; dry but with notes of spice and berries.
  • Zinfandel, Hidden Cellars (old vines) – America’s own varietal, Fruity and dry with a hint of rasberries.
  • Zinfandel Ravenswood Napa – This Zinfandel has a definite and easily recognizable varietal character; bright ruby color with a bouquet of spice and violets.
  • Pinot Noir Carneros, Acacia – From a top Carneros producer. Rich in body, full of character.
  • Pinot Noir Carneros, Buena Vista – A delightfully dry and delicately complex style.
  • Pinot Noir, Winery Lake, Sterling Vineyard – Quality has surged recently at Sterling and Winery Lake is a choice vineyard area for Pinot Noir.
  • Pinot Noir, Clos du Bois – Deep purple red with definite peppery spice overtones. Produced in a somewhat Burgundian style.
  • Merlot, Bogle – This Merlot is a wine with abundant flavor and character, sufficient tannins and a satiny, velvety finish.
  • Merlot, Three Palms Vineyard, Sterling – A complex, elegant and tightly knit Merlot/Cabernet blend.
  • Merlot, Clos du Bois – Minty nose. Soft, deep, ultra ripe cherries, plums and prunes. Well rounded with a lovely finish.
  • Merlot, Kendall-Jackson – One of the silkiest. Merlot with subtle cherry and vanilla notes.
  • Merlot, Newton – Rich and smooth, dry, medium-bodied with distinctive blackberry and cherry bouquet.
  • Zinfandel, Grgich Hills – Crafted by Mike Grgich, one of Napa’s most talented winemakers, this wine shows excellent balance and proportion and delicious, mixed berry fruit.
  • Zinfandel, Jack London Vineyard, Kenwood – Rich, ripe raspberry flavors mingle with a touch of mint. Long, smooth finish.
  • Petite Syrah, Parducci – This beautiful deep purple wine is wonderfully smooth and velvety. A stylish wine with fresh wild spice flavors.