The 2022 Borreo Ranch Zinfandel opens with enticing aromas of red and black bramble, blood orange, cacao nib, and mission fig. The soft entry leads to boysenberry and sweet spice with carob flavors on the finish.

The 2022 Henry Cabernet Sauvignon is an exquisite representation of the varietal and its reputable growing region. The western-facing hillside vineyard where Henry is grown imparts powerful, concentrated aromas, color, and flavors into the wine. Dark fruit, bold tannin, and perfectly balanced acidity make this wine an excellent choice for a steak dinner topped with rich blue cheese butter.

This decadent Chardonnay opens with lush pear, peach, lemon chiffon, graham cracker, and toasted marshmallow aromas. On the palate, spiced apple, apricot, and vanilla buttercream combine with the beautifully creamy texture to create an opulent profile with an elegant finish.

Our 2022 Syrah opens with black pepper, black plum, and accents of violet candy on the nose. The palate is juicy, offering moderate tannin support to layers of blackberry, plum, and currant with delicate French oak framing. Pair with smoked duck, sausage, or charred scallion chimichurri.

Our 2023 Estate Chardonnay offers a beautiful bouquet of apple pie, baked bread, pear, peach, honeysuckle, flint, and vanilla. The palate displays excellent weight and creamy smooth texture with crème brûlée, pineapple, baked tart, and nutmeg carrying it through the finish.

SOLO is an elegant and refined Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas and flavors of red cherry, pomegranate, pie crust, and vanilla are supported by ample tannins and bright acidity. This is an age worthy wine capable of elevating any special occasion or meal and will continue to evolve for years to come.

Our 2024 Syrah is bold and complex from the pop of the cork. Dark, nearly opaque hues of red and purple fill the glass. A bouquet of violet, blackberry, leather, vanilla, and toasted oak are suggestive of complex flavors to come. The wine is viscous, chock-full of dark fruit, tobacco, and black tea. Velvety tannins grip the palate and last long after the last sip.

On the nose, passion fruit, lemon curd, and tangerine lead to a balanced and approachable palate with bright acidity and a rich, juicy finish with a touch of minerality.

This Pinot is sultry and inviting. Raspberry, blackberry, cigar box, leather and a hint of baking spice fill the nose. The palate offers a smooth texture and silky tannins with flavors of plum, gravel, black cherry, and chocolate. Balanced acidity carries this wine through the memorable, extended finish.

The 2023 Carneros Chardonnay offers beautifully balanced fruit with richness imparted by time in French oak barrels. It displays an elegant profile of bright gala apple and lemon zest intertwined with vanilla crème and graham cracker notes. The finish is long and layered.

The 2024 Viognier opens with enticing aromas of rose blossom, tropical guava, mango, and peach. On the palate, lemon cream and tropical fruit with noticeable mid-palate viscosity, lead to a crisp finish.

Our 2024 Sauvignon Blanc is a bright and refreshing wine with aromas of grapefruit, lime, and stone-fruit. The palate offers abundant tropical flavors with notes of lemon zest and melon, lifted by crisp acidity and minerality on
the finish.

Our 2020 Blanc de Noirs is crisp and clean with bright citrus, Melipona honey, and floral notes coupled with subtle croissant and fine mousse characters. Pair with arugula salad with goat cheese, almonds, and Champagne vinaigrette or seared scallops with beurre blanc.

The Chairman Series Lineage is a bold and distinguished red wine. On the nose, rich cassis, currant, and juicy blackberry are accented by notes of sweet tobacco. On the palate, this wine has chalky tannin and showcases earthy blue fruit with veins of graphite, olive, and pomegranate. Decant and pair with roasted lamb, wild game, or root vegetables.

This wine is the ideal blend of fruit and creaminess, with intentional depth and brightness. Baked pear, vanilla, baking spice, apple and butterscotch aromas are dashed with a bit of lemon zest. 50% malolactic fermentation adds texture to the wine that is perfectly balanced with peach salinity and a clean finish.

BOLD. UNAPOLOGETIC. We deeply respect a truly compelling Cabernet Sauvignon for its boldness, full-flavor and best expression of the land. Our ‘Ode to the Beast’ is a tribute to where it all began for us, bold Cabernet from Sonoma County. This small-lot Cabernet was crafted with a borderline obsessive attention to detail, with only the best barrels selected. Our most beastly wine, it is made only for the bold at heart. Our 2022 Ode to the Beast Cabernet Sauvignon opens with intense aromas of baking spice, molasses, milk chocolate, and cedar. The palate offers decadent flavors of plum preserves and mocha with supple tannins. Enjoy now or cellar for 5-15 years for additional complexity. 

Our 2023 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied and expansive. On the nose, cedar, cassis, and allspice create an intriguing medley. Leather and black plum jam flavors flow beneath hints of cocoa and warm caramel. The finish is persistent and satisfying.

Each offering of this unique reserve blend shows a distinct personality, influenced by the selection of varietals, growing region and vintage. The 2022 opens with ripe, brambly aromas of blackberry, black cherry, baking spice, and a hint of savory herb. On the palate, dense layers of dark, ripe berry fruit is laced with sweet vanilla. This wine is juicy and generously textured with an extensive, velvety finish.

The 2020 Brut sparkling opens with aromas of toasted brioche, hazelnut, and lemon curd. On the palate, crisp mineral acidity and notes of lemon fruit lead to delicious toasted almond meringue flavors on the finish.

The 2022 Petit Verdot offers freshness on the nose - featuring aromas of pomegranate molasses, clove, vanilla, toast, plum, and blueberry. The medium to-full bodied palate is superbly structured, offering blackberry, cola, and toasted almond with a touch of violet.

The 2022 Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon showcases a deep, inky purple color and offers an enticing nose of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark cherry, complemented by hints of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of graphite. On the palate, it delivers a rich, full-bodied profile with flavors of succulent dark fruit, cocoa, and subtle notes of espresso. The wine features well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity, culminating in a long, persistent finish with lingering hints of spice and earth. Overall, it reflects a harmonious blend of power and elegance, promising further development with age.

The 2022 Merus is a tribute to its long-standing reputation of superior quality and artistry. On the nose, aromas of cinnamon, cloves, tobacco, cherry, cocoa powder, and raspberry create intrigue. The palate offers a distinct mouthfeel offered by only the most exquisite Cabernets: bold, refined tannins with a smooth, velvety texture, and seemingly endless layers of complexity. This wine is suited for decadent meals such as grilled Wagyu steak, duck breast with plum sauce, or pappardelle with wild boar ragu. Decant this wine in its youth, or cell for 10-15 years.

The 2023 Reserve Pinot Noir is a stunning wine made by winemaker Greg Freeman that captures the essence of Chalone Vineyard's distinct terroir in a complex, yet refined style. Opulent aromas of bright, crushed black cherry, blackberry preserves, creamy vanilla, and cinnamon lead to a medium-full bodied plate that is an expressive and superb representation of the varietal. This wine offers a full and gratifying mid-plate and generous, lingering finish with hint of violet, clove, and a subtle mineral note. 

Founder’s Block is known for producing wines of exceptional character. The 2023 is an excellent representation of that. On the nose, stone fruit, spice, and subtle floral notes intrigue the senses. The first sip reveals baked apple, nectarine, and warm toasted oak spice. The rich, creamy mouthfeel is lifted by bright acidity, creating a well-structured, food-friendly wine.

Bold, concentrated and richly layered, our 2022 Alexander Valley Reserve Red Wine opens with aromas of black pepper, nutmeg, cedar, and cassis. The palate exhibits notes of chocolate, currants, and toffee. Velvety tannins carry this full-bodied wine through the extensive finish. Serve with venison meatballs, smash burgers, or paella with mussels 

The 2023 Highground Pinot Noir is an intensely structured, powerful representation of the varietal. Black currant, plum, rose petals, and black cherry are complemented by sappy, mineral-driven characters. This wine is the definition of polish and poise. We recommend serving with roasted duck breast, creamy mushroom pasta, grilled eggplant, or herb-crusted lamb.

PreVail West Face is an exquisite, full-bodied wine with aromas of maple, leather, wild berries, and hints of bacon, and violets. On the palate, ripe, bold fruit flavors, with dark chocolate, and plum crostada are supported by ample tannin, with espresso lingering on the finish. This wine’s bold profile will continue to evolve and age beautifully.

Our 2023 Courtney’s Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay opens with toasted brioche, hazelnut, and vanilla bean custard. On the palate, the wine is mouthwatering, balanced, and viscous with good weight. It is rich in notes of crème brûlée, sweet creamy custard with confectionery vanilla wafer, and buttered popcorn on the finish. Pair with creamy pumpkin sauce over gnocchi with a crispy pork belly garnish.

This wine is loaded with brambly ripe berry, subtle crushed rose petal, vanilla, and caramel. The palate is creamy and plush - bursting with rich berries and dark cherry framed by sweet oak, vanilla, caramel, and a touch of baking spice. Supple, integrated tannins create an elegant and elongated finish.

Our 2023 Estate Red opens with savory aromas of blueberry, blackberry, cigar box, tobacco leaf, black tea, and an underlying earthy/herbal tone. The palate is dense and complex with black cherry, vanilla, and roasted coffee bean flavors laced with supple tannins. This wine will age beautifully over the next 15 years.

The 2023 St. Jean Vineyard Cabernet Franc is dark and structured. Aromas of blue and black fruits fill the air; subtle smoky herbaceous notes complementing black pepper spice and tobacco. On the palate, black plum, cherry, and raspberry flow freely, supported by beautifully integrated acidity and softly structured tannins. Spice and vanilla linger on the finish.

Pronounced aromas of sweet pea, lemongrass, white peach, and sandalwood fill the nose, along with a touch of caramel. The palate is bright and refreshing with notes of pink grapefruit and lime. A long creamy finish makes this wine an excellent pairing for grilled halibut with pesto or rosemary pork tenderloin.

The 2023 Barlow Lane Pinot Noir opens with black cherry and raspberry preserves, layered with subtle threads of vanilla, allspice, and a hint of leather. On the palate, the wine shows excellent balance between richness and finesse. A core of deep red fruit, cherry compote, strawberry reduction and ripe plum is framed by polished tannins and a graceful acid backbone. Nuanced notes of black tea, toasted baking spices, and just a whisper of earthy leather provide complexity and length, culminating in a smooth, persistent finish.

The 2023 Reserve Chardonnay offers a fresh and compelling take on the classic California Chardonnay style. The wine first introduces a deep golden color in the glass then meets the nose with notes of yellow apples, caramelized pineapple, almond cookies, and pears. The palate delivers luscious viscosity and a creamy mouthfeel. Chalky minerality and notes of melon finish with hints of flint and woody spices. 

The 2023 Founder’s Block reflects 100% native yeast and is unfined and unfiltered. This “hands off” approach allows the grapes and vines to shine. After 12 months in 100% new French oak, the Founder’s Block Chardonnay exhibits a creamy richness, marked by apricot, honeysuckle, and slight minerality on the long, decadent finish.