American Red Wine

JRV Collector's Series
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Home of some of Napa Valley´s most historic vineyards, the Rutherford AVA is famous for its deep alluvial fans that produce rich and compelling Cabernet Sauvignon.

Grown in well-drained, gravelly soils, this wine desplays characteristics of blackberry, brown spices, dried herbs and cocoa powder with fine-grained tannins that leave an impression of richness and elegance.

The Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Series represents KendallJackson’s commitment and dedication to the Jackson Estate wines. These wines are produced from grapes hand-picked at Jackson State's own vineyards, which are the heart of all Kendall-Jacksons wine production. Every single grape used for Vintner’s The reserve series, is grown in vineyards in the cool coastal areas of California, all of which are under the skill of Kendall-Jackson viticulture team control. This gives the winemakers the best conditions when the finished blends are to be made in the winery. As Kendall-Jackson's late founder, Jess Jackson, said about Vintner’s Reserve Series: “Our goal is to make wines the way you want them enjoy the first time you taste them - and for many years to come. ” The winery, which was purchased by the Jackson family in 1974, consists of 35 acres and is located in Lakeport, Northern California. When they bought it, it was an orchard, but in 1982 it became converted into vineyard. Good wines begin at the vineyard. With Kendall-Jackson is proud to have grapes from some of them best and finest wineries in California. This wine is produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes that are grown on over 40 year old vines in the Santa Maria Bench in Santa Maria Valley in Santa Barbara County, located 106 - 137 meters above sea level. The winemaker calls this area for the “filet mignon” of the Chardonnay grape. After fermentation, the wine has been allowed to lie and mature the remnants of the yeast cells. This technique is called "sur lie", and it gives the wine an extra flavor dimension and sometimes a small, spicy taste of yeast. The wine has been aged for 9 months in French oak barrels (40% new). It is an incredibly elegant and complex white wine with nice color and a fruity and delicate scent. Juicy and full-bodied taste of tropical fruits such as pineapple, mango and papaya with notes of cinnamon, vanilla and crème brûlée as well as an incredibly pleasant aftertaste.

The Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Series represents Kendall-Jackson’s commitment and dedication to the Jackson Estate wines. These wines are produced from grapes hand-picked at Jackson Estate's own vineyards, which are the heart of Kendall-Jackson's entire wine production. Every single grape used for the Vintner’s Reserve series is grown on vineyards in the cool coastal areas of California, all of which are under the control of Kendall-Jackson’s skilled viticulture team. This gives the winemakers the best conditions when the finished blends are to be made in the winery. As Kendall-Jackson's late founder, Jess Jackson, said of the Vintner's Reserve series: "Our goal is to make wines that you will enjoy the first time you taste them - and for many years to come."

Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve
Syrah Santa Barbara 2017

Experience a full-bodied and complex red wine that encapsulates the essence of California's famous Santa Barbara County with Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve Syrah 2017. This outstanding wine offers a wealth of fruity and spicy flavor notes, making it an unforgettable wine experience that will delight both wine lovers and collectors.

Characteristics of the wine:
Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Origin: Santa Barbara County – known for its cool coastal climate that creates the perfect conditions for growing high quality Syrah.
Aging: This wine is aged in both French and American oak barrels, adding depth and subtle barrel notes that compliment the wine's rich flavors.

Tasting notes:
Aroma: Intense scent of black berries, flowers and dark cherries, mixed with spicy pepper, violet flowers and a touch of smoke.
Taste: A full mouthfeel with rich flavors of black fruits, spices such as black pepper and cloves. The wine has a soft and velvety texture, perfectly balanced with fresh acidity and fine tannins.
Aftertaste: Long and satisfying aftertaste with persistent notes of dark fruits and a light touch of smoky oak notes.

Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve Series:
This Syrah is part of the Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve series, which is known to reflect the winery's dedication to quality, craftsmanship and innovation. Kendall-Jackson is one of California's leading wine producers, and their wines are renowned for their rich flavors and excellent balance.

Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve Syrah 2017 provides an excellent opportunity to experience the expressive and vibrant wines of Santa Barbara County. It combines elegance with Syrah's characteristic fullness, making it an excellent choice for both special occasions and cozy dinners.

The grapes are originally from a Grand Cru vineyard in Burgundy and have been for the past twenty-five years. Like the Chardonnay clone, they produce a very low yield, resulting in wine with a natural density and concentration of flavor, balanced by elegant natural acids and heightened aromas.
The grapes are harvested in the dead of night, and above all in cool temperatures. Then the grapes are freshest and retain their acidity best.
Each Pinot Noir fermentation is manually monitored 24 hours a day. Fermentation is controlled as little as possible. The wines therefore ferment on wild yeast at moderately cool temperatures and with little or no processing of the grapes.

Kistler was founded in 1978 with the idea that excellent, terroir-driven wines could be made in California. Steve Kistler and Mark Bixler believed that remarkably good Chardonnay could be made in the state. In that way, they were ahead of their time. Bill Price, longtime owner of Durell Vineyards, purchased an interest in Kistler Vineyards from Steve Kistler in 2008. Jason Kesner joined Steve in the cellar in 2008 to begin laying the groundwork for the next forty years. Steve retired from Kistler Vineyards at the end of 2017.

La Jota Vineyard Co. was founded in 1898 by Frederick Hess, an immigrant from Switzerland, who established a German-language newspaper in San Francisco. No doubt influenced by other European immigrants involved in California's nascent wine industry, Hess purchased 327 acres of a Mexican land grant—Rancho La Jota—on Howell Mountain to plant vineyards. He built the stone vineyard from volcanic ash rock quarried on the property; his first fermentation tanks also came from the estate, from a stand of nearby redwoods along the coast.

The rocky, shallow soils, the abundance of wind and fog, and the remote terroir of Howell Mountain were reminiscent of Europe, where some of the best wines in the world were produced. Hess, along with other early pioneers, believed Napa Valley could achieve the same distinction—and they were right. At the Paris Exposition of 1900, just two years after the winery's construction, La Jota achieved international recognition after Hess won a bronze medal for his "Blanco".

Prohibition effectively halted wine production in the United States, and the market for Howell Mountain's superior wines collapsed. Although Prohibition ended in 1933, the damage had already been done. A few Howell Mountain wineries tried to start up again, but none succeeded. Ultimately, vineyards were left empty and the region became home to several "ghost" vineyards. Half a century passed, and in 1974 former oilman Bill Smith acquired the "ghost" La Jota Vineyard Co. and planted vines on the estate. Eight years later, in 1982, the revived La Jota vineyard was officially bound. In 2005, the Californian wine pioneer Jess Jackson and his wife Barbara Banke bought La Jota.

Today, the winery proudly carries on the century-old La Jota Vineyard Co. winemaking tradition and produces small lots of mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay.

There are 28 acres planted across three estate vineyards, each with its own distinct personality. The Hill vineyard is the highest, sunny and steep. The Meadow vineyard is the largest and the Winery Block winery is adjacent to the original 19th century stone vineyard. The Winery Block is planted with St. George rootstock and consists of unique, phylloxera-resistant Cabernet Franc vines dating back over 40 years.

Lail Vineyards Blueprint
Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Napa Valley California

Blueprint Cabernet Sauvignon is Lail Vineyards´ 21st century interpretation of this classic varietal. This vibrant, flavorful wine is meant for early release and enjoyment and is the darling of a broad audience. The wine is produced from outstanding vineyards by our critically acclaimed winemaker Philippe Melka. The name "Blueprint" is a salute to John Lail´s highly reegarded architectural design achiements in the wine world.

L´Ecole No 41 Walla Walla Valley
Pepper Bridge Vineyard 2014

L'Ecole N° 41 has been producing Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee since 1993. Apogee represents our best effort to capture this vineyard's characteristic and distinctive spicy bold aromas, dark fruit flavors, robust tannins and rich structure.

This 2014 Apogee from Pepper Bridge vineyard is made from the following grape composition:
50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 15% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc

Ferguson Vineyard, with its volcanic subsoil, is one of L’Ecole No 41’s great prides and this wine is their latest single vineyard Bordeaux blend. The composition consists of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 6% Malbec. The wine is aged for 22 months in small barrels of French oak, of which 50% are new.

The family-owned winery L’Ecole is housed in the Walla Walla Valley; an enclave encircled by the greater AVA, the Colombia Valley in eastern Washington. Here the hours of sunshine are many, and there is a long way between rain showers. In fact, the area gets up to 60 minutes more sunshine a day on average than Napa Valley! In return, the valley cools down at night by the cool mountain air of the nearby Blue Mountains. The large temperature difference between night and day provides ideal conditions for fully ripe fruit that still has acidity and structure intact.
As a 3rd generation winemaker, L’Ecole has both tradition and know-how, and over time the house has become the banner bearer for sustainable wine production in the region.

L´Ecole No 41 Walla Walla Valley
Ferguson Vineyard 2018

The composition of this vintage Ferguson Vineyard 2018 from consists of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 5% Petite Verdot.
The family-owned winery L’Ecole is located in the Walla Walla Valley; an enclave bordered by the larger AVA, Colombia Valley in eastern Washington. There are many hours of sunshine here, and there are far between rain showers. In fact, the area gets up to 60 more minutes of sunshine per day on average than Napa Valley! On the other hand, the valley is cooled at night by the cool mountain air from the nearby Blue Mountains. The large temperature difference between night and day provides ideal conditions for fully ripe fruit that still has acidity and structure intact.
As winemakers in the 3rd generation, L'Ecole has both tradition and know-how, and over time the house has become a standard-bearer for sustainable wine production in the region. Since 2011, which was the first vintage with the Ferguson vineyard, it has become one of L'Ecole No 41's most prominent Bordeaux blends.

L'Ecole no. 41 Syrah 2019
– A Masterful Interpretation of Washington's Terroir

From the heart of Columbia Valley, Washington, comes L'Ecole No. 41 Syrah 2019, a deep, full-bodied and elegant wine that reflects the region's unique terroir. L'Ecole No. 41 is one of the most recognized wineries in the United States, known for their uncompromising quality and craftsmanship.

Flavor profile:
Nose: Intense aromas of black cherry, blueberry and blackberry, combined with notes of violet, black pepper, smoke and a hint of mocha.
Taste: Full and structured with ripe dark berries, chocolate, spices and a nice mineral balance. Well-integrated tannins give a silky mouthfeel.
Aftertaste: Long and elegant with a deep, spicy finish.

Perfect for:
Grilled lamb and beef, Game and braised dishes, Spicy cheeses, An exclusive wine experience for special occasions

With its complex flavor profile and depth, elegance and balance, L'Ecole No. 41 Syrah 2019, why Washington State is one of the USA's most exciting wine regions. A powerful and sophisticated Syrah, made to impress!

Melka La Mekerra Vineyard
55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc
Knights Valley Sonoma County 2017

Partners in the art of winemaking, their belief that a grape must tell the story of its native soil has never been more evident as with this majestic vineyard site. The 2500 ft. elevation and soils rich in volcanic ash and clay orduce good wines of pure distinction. Philippe has a passion of balance and perfection as Cherie maintains a true vision for the brand.
- You can see it in their eyes.

Odette Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District Napa Valley 2018

Odette Estate
Tucked into the dramatic palisades of the Stags Leap District is our estate vineyard on 45 magnificent hectares. As the newest addition to the beloved region, Odette looks to serve as a "breath of fresh air" to the historic district. Ultra-modern architecture and design, paired with a modern attitude to environmental responsibility, Odette is symbolic of the future of Stags Leap. Odette is committed to producing full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignons notable for the combination of power and finesse, while showcasing the unique estate terroir.

Opus One 2019
Napa Valley California USA

Sort:
Cabernet Sauvignon 78%, Merlot 8%, Petit Verdot 6%, Cabernet Franc 6% and Malbec 2%

Barrel Aging:
19 months in new French oak

Opus One is the realized dream of two men: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Napa Valley winemaker Robert Mondavi. Together, our founders set out to create a single wine dedicated to the pursuit of uncompromising quality.
This unique mission shapes every generation, today and for generations to come. "Opus One's estate vineyards consist of 4 parcels located in the western portion of the renowned Oakville AVA. Two parcels totaling 100 acres are located within the renowned To Kalon Vineyard. These are complemented by the combined 70 acres of the Ballestra and River parcels there surrounds the vineyard. In the vineyards, hand harvesting and other traditional approaches are taken wherever they work best. When modern techniques benefit the viticultural process, they are researched, evaluated and integrated into practice."

In 1995, Gavin Newsom and Gordon Getty fell over a magical piece of land in the heart of Oakville, Napa Valley. Inspired by one of Shakespeare's most memorable characters, Sir John "PlumpJack" Falstaff, whose fun-loving, down-to-earth disposition competes only with his fierce loyalty to Prince Henry V, with whom he shares more than a few sack trophies. (wine) at the local pub. We pay tribute to our world-class winery by producing high-quality wines that honor the country, and we celebrate our namesake's cozy spirit with their welcoming, welcoming style.

Plumpjack Estate Winery
Merlot 2018
Napa Valley California

Before PlumpJack Estate Winery, there was just a humble wine shop that opened in 1992 in the Fillmore neighborhood of San Francisco called PlumpJack Wines. Gavin Newsom and Gordon Getty opened the wine shop with a mission to create a welcoming environment for people to learn about and buy wine.

PlumpJack Winery was founded in 1997 when the PlumpJack Group acquired a century-old, 21-acre vineyard in Napa Valley on Oakville Cross Road.

PlumpJack was the first winery in Napa Valley to begin using screw caps as closures for fine wines. The winery is one of several businesses run by the PlumpJack Group. The company's name is inspired by Shakespeare's Sir John Falstaff (Henry IV), dubbed Plump Jack by Queen Elizabeth.

With their success in PlumpJack Estate Wineries, partners Gavin Newson, Gordon Getty and John Conover have also opened Cade Estate Winery and Odette Estate Winery. All three wineries work under the same values, focusing on sustainable agriculture

Plumpjack Estate Winery
Merlot 2019
Napa Valley California

Before PlumpJack Estate Winery, there was just a humble wine shop that opened in 1992 in the Fillmore neighborhood of San Francisco called PlumpJack Wines. Gavin Newsom and Gordon Getty open the wine shop with a mission to create a welcoming environment for people to learn about and buy wine.

PlumpJack Winery was founded in 1997 when the PlumpJack Group acquired a century-old, 21-acre vineyard in Napa Valley on Oakville Cross Road.

PlumpJack was the first winery in Napa Valley to begin using screw caps as closures for fine wines. The winery is one of several businesses operated by the PlumpJack Group. The company's name is inspired by Shakespeare's Sir John Falstaff (Henry IV), dubbed Plump Jack by Queen Elizabeth.

With their success in PlumpJack Estate Wineries, partners Gavin Newson, Gordon Getty and John Conover have also opened Cade Estate Winery and Odette Estate Winery. All three wineries work under the same values, focusing on sustainable agriculture

Stags Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016

Stags Leap District
Cask 23 is a blend of the most distinctive fruit from our two historic estate vineyards. The volcanic soils of one vineyards contribute complec structure, concentration and spicy intensity, while the alluvial soils of the adjacent vineyard yield fruit woth lush perfume and rich berry flavors. When bleended together, these vineyards create a wine of classic elegance, structure, and ageability.