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Complant Linda Vista Vineyard Chardonnay 2018 White Wine - California

The brilliant wine had a light straw yellow color. The nose expressed green apple, green pear, honey, white flower, wet slate, and hints of orange peel and camembert rind. The first impression on the palate was freshness, then followed by honey and... more

Palmina Vermentino 2021 White Wine - California

A brine like saltiness exictes the nose upon first pass. Lychee and white citrus blossoms follow. Meyer lemon and verbena mingle with a summer ocean breeze. more

Dry Creek Vineyard Dry Chenin Blanc 2022 White Wine - California

At first swirl, aromatics of honeydew, watermelon and pineapple spring forward from the glass with floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle. On the palate, the wine has refreshing flavors of cucumber, lime and nectarine with hints of geranium, sweet... more

Scholium Project La Severita di Bruto Sauvignon Blanc 2016 White Wine - California

For the first time ever, the winery began to involve skin-maceration in the making of this wine. This year, they foot-treaded the fruit on harvest day and let it macerate in the cool for 48 hours before fermentation started, and then pressed it quickly... more

Broc Cellars Love White 2022 White Wine - California

This is one of the more interesting and complex Love Whites yet. It’s evolved over the years from a Rhône blend of Marsanne and Roussanne and this is the first year Broc Cellars has added Orange Muscat to the mix. California is one of the few places... more

Copain Les Voisins Chardonnay 2014 White Wine - California

Our first release of Les Voisins Chardonnay is an enticing blend from our neighboring vineyards in Anderson Valley. Three cool-climate vineyards were selected for this Chardonnay, which displays the beauty of the vintage. The flavors of yellow apple,... more

Staglin Salus Chardonnay 2022 White Wine - California

The 2022 Salus Chardonnay marries a complexity and refinement uncommon for the region with a dash of richness. Energetic honeysuckle and lemon zest aromatics open the experience. The first sip bursts with brightness and flavors of quince, grilled... more

Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc 2022 White Wine - California

Sauvignon Blanc was the first white grape variety Cakebread planted in 1972 adjacent to the winery, and it's still thriving there today. Zesty citrus aromas and flavors and balanced acidity make this classic Sauvignon Blanc perfect for a multitude of... more

Dry Creek Vineyard Dry Chenin Blanc 2021 White Wine - California

Fermented in 100% stainless steel barrels, this beautiful wine is wonderfully brightand consistent vintage after vintage. At first swirl, aromatics of honeydew, watermelon and mango spring forward from the glass with floral notes of jasmine and orange... more

Mount Eden Vineyards Wolff Vineyard Chardonnay 2020 White Wine - California

Nuances of baking bread, sage, and gardenia blossom in the aromas with full flavors of citrus and oak resound on the palate with refreshing acidity. A golden hue in the glass, this bottling from a vineyard first planted in 1976 offers bold aromas of... more

Pellegrini Unoaked Chardonnay 2021 White Wine - California

No oak, no malolactic conversion. Pure Chardonnay. The true personality of the Chardonnay grape shines in this surprising wine. Chablis styled, it presents clean and a bit austere at first, though finishes quite expressively. It gleams with aromas of... more

Ferrari-Carano Tre Terre Chardonnay 2021 White Wine - California

This wine is a treat for the senses from the first swirl of the glass. Aromas of spiced pear, golden apple, graham cracker and toasted marshmallow lead to a rich and layered palate. Carmel popcorn, apple crisp, and lemon chiffon flavors are balanced by... more

Chalone Estate Chardonnay 2021 White Wine - California

The 2021 Estate Chardonnay first opens with notes of toasted brioche and Meyer lemon, then unfolds hints of vanilla crème soda and slate rock minerality. These flavors carry through to the palate that offers a broad, luxurious mouthfeel with a buttery... more

Decoy California Chardonnay 2022 White Wine - California

With luxurious aromas of ripe mango, pineapple, Mandarin orange and sweet citrus zest, this vibrant Chardonnay beckons a first sip. On the smooth, supple palate, refreshing acidity adds poise and polish to the tropical fruit flavors, with hints of... more

J Wilkes Chardonnay 2021 White Wine - California

Aromas of mandarin orange, pineapple and guava mix with hints of brown spice and orange blossom as they lift from the glass. This Chardonnay has mixed citrus, bright acidity, with brown spice and toast on the finish. Smoky and slightly nutty when first... more

Kenwood Six Ridges Chardonnay 2019 White Wine - California

Named for the early Russian fur trappers who settled on the California coast in the first part of the 19th century, the Russian River Valley is formed by the eponymous river which cuts through the rugged Coast Range Mountains. This creates a passageway... more

Eberle Cotes-du-Robles Blanc 2022 White Wine - California

Exotic passionfruit and kiwi greet your palate when you first try the 2022 Côtes-du-Rôbles Blanc. Key lime, honeydew, and cantaloupe flavors compliment subtle hints of slate and beeswax. The fruit and acidity coat your palate, lingering until the... more

Scribe Estate Chardonnay 2016 White Wine - California

Scribe first made this Chardonnay in 2007 from their breezy vineyard, planted with Robert Young clone, three miles down the road from the Scribe Estate. The dense, black, California clay and slightly cooler Carneros climate tend to delay ripening until... more

Staglin Chardonnay 2021 White Wine - California

A portrait of dynamic balance and tension, the powerful, polished and precise 2021 Staglin Chardonnay is at once both concentrated and lithe. The gorgeous flaxen hue hints at the yellow citrus and pome fruits to come. At first flinty then floral, the... more

Darioush Signature Shiraz 2019 Red Wine - California

Aromas of ripe berries arise in a wash of sandalwood and mocha. Licorice, white pepper, and soy sauce are unveiled on first sip. Big and ripe, the palate offers chocolate mint bolstered by crushed stone. Tannins are round and welcoming, while spices,... more

Plungerhead Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 Red Wine - California

Deep purple in color, with dark alluring aromatic notes of blackberry, leather, cinnamon and toasted cedar with hints of white pepper. The first sip shows juicy flavors of dark ripe cherry, and raspberry compote. The finish is silky and lengthy, with... more

Chronic Cellars Dead Nuts Red Blend 2016 Red Wine - California

Dead Nuts is an homage to our love of Zin blends. The added spice of the Tempranillo compliments the white peppery flavors of the Zinfandel. Aromas of sweet cherries, honeycomb, and briar come bursting through the glass. At first sip, loads of... more