Red Wines United States

ARTESA CABERNET 03 ~~$21.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 6056 Exhibits a complex mix of loamy earth, dried currant and cherry notes, with touches of anise and mineral, picking up a touch of game meat and ending with earthy tannins.	ARTESA CABERNET RESERVE $39.99 6716 Weaves together a complex mix of savory herb, dried currant, leather, mineral and dusty berry, firming up on the finish, where the tannins are dry and tight.	ARTESA ELEMENTS ~~$21.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 3583 "This wine is brimming with lively black currant, raspberry and blueberries enveloped in a spicy bouquet of cinnamon, clove, vanilla, nutmeg and faint hints of smoked meat. The flavor is true to the aromas and the texture is silky and supple. This wonderful blend of fruit, spice and silk dances and lingers in your mouth. The acid balance and slight dryness of the tannin on the finish indicate this wine has the structure to age gracefully for several years. "
ARTESA MERLOT 03 ~~$21.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 6055 Trim, complex and concentrated, with a tasty range of spice, currant, cedar and black cherry fruit that's well-focused and the tannins and structure to reward short-term cellaring. Excellent value.	ARTESA PINOT NOIR CANEROS $24.99 4196 Simple yet pleasant grape, cola and blueberry fruit is supple and elegant. Ideal as a picnic wine.	AVDESIRK SIGNATURE 2003 $34.99 5443
AVERILL LAKE CABERNET 750mL ~~$11.99~~ $7.99 Sale Price 4141 "Deep crimson red in color with a perfumed nose of blackberry, cherry, plum, vanilla, spice, and herbal notes."	Allora Lusso reserve Napa Cabernet 02 750mL ~~$99.99~~ $74.99 Sale Price 1130 "Nothing less than spectacular. A tiny amount makes it back east and we were lucky enough to getßthis full-bodied, highly extracted red."	Allora Tresca Napa Cabernet 01 750mL ~~$42.99~~ $24.99 Sale Price 3133 "Allora Tresca Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby red with a nose of blackberries, cherries, cassis, chocolate and spice."
BELLE GLOS PINOT NOIR CLARK & TELEPHONE $44.99 1746 Rich scarlet color, with aromas of brown spice, caramel and soft tea. The velvety palate offers flavors of bright red fruit, warm spices and sweet oak, supported by firm acidity and refined tannins.	BIG HOUSE RED 750mL $9.99 1822 BIG HOUSE RED "A touch pruny, it's smooth up front, but dry and earthy on the finish. Sangiovese, Syrah, Carignane, Barbera and others."	BOGLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON $11.99 3111 Tight and intense, built around a core of cedary oak, dried currant, herb, mineral and tobacco that are chewy and rustic, with gutsy tannins. Drink now through 2017.
BOGLE MERLOT $9.99 868 Forward fruit, with good depth to the plum and tart black cherry flavors, and plenty of cedar, mocha and vanilla from toasty oak. Tannins are modest in the finish. Great value.	BOGLE OLD VINE ZINFANDEL 750mL $11.99 4551 BOGLE OLD VINE ZINFANDEL "Round and supple, with very good intensity to the vanilla, cassis and raspberry character that folds into cedary tones and lively structure. Shows off a little peppery quality, too."	BOGLE PETITE SIRAH $11.99 1230 This ripe and juicy, with spicy blueberry and black currant flavors, finishing with peppery herbal tones and smoky, toasted oak notes.
BOGLE PINOT NOIR 06 $16.99 4761 Refreshingly pure and complex, with ripe, vivid wild berry, raspberry and blackberry fruit that's firm at points and supple at others. Full-bodied, with wonderful balance and harmony, ending with a dillish oak edge. Drink now.	BONTERRA MERLOT 750mL $13.99 4299 BONTERRA MERLOT "Lean yet smooth, offering layers of blackberry, cassis, herb, mint, smoke and anise. It's complex but also quite quaffable, finishing nicely, with firm, ripe tannins."	BRUCE WAYNE NAPA RED 05 750mL $17.99 5648 BRUCE WAYNE NAPA RED 05 "Bruce Wayne Briana's Blend is deep ruby red in color, full-bodied with rich flavors of blackberry, black cherry, plum, vanilla, and spicy oak. Enjoy the deep, rich, dark fruit notes intermingled with very fine tannins. Well balanced to enjoy now and over the next 10-12 years, it is long and smooth on the finish. Briana's Blend pairs beautifully with grilled flank steak, BBQ ribs, grilled vegetables, and cheeses."
BUENA VISTA MERLOT ~~$20.99~~ $15.99 Sale Price 6802 Rich and complex, with depth, concentration and distinctive spice, currant, smoke, plum and berry flavors that are tightly wound and sharply focused. Finishes with a plush wall of tannins, so this is no softie.	BUENA VISTA SYRAH ~~$35.99~~ $26.99 Sale Price 6800 Shows racy wild berry flavors, with brambly, spicy earth and herb notes. Licorice and cigar box flavors mingle on the lingering finish, which offers a nicely chewy frame, then picks up a sweet note.	BV GEORGE DE LATOUR 03 ~~$99.99~~ $69.99 Sale Price 3115 Rich, dense and chewy, with earthy currant, herb, cedar and dried berry flavors that are intense and concentrated, offering a dash of anise and dry oak before the tannins sweep in. Decant or cellar short term. Best from 2008 through 2013.
BV Georges De LaTour Vertical Vintage Collection 750mL $299.99 1004 "This rare special edition vertical tasting set includes 1 bottle each of 1990, 1991 and 1992 Georges De Latour Napa Cabernet."	BV NAPA MERLOT 750mL $20.99 5476 BV NAPA MERLOT "Pleasant for its supple texture, earthy cherry and mineral flavors and lingering toasted oak notes. Finishes with delicate tannins."	BV NAPA SYRAH 750mL ~~$18.99~~ $13.99 Sale Price 5478 BV NAPA SYRAH "Simple and pleasant, with beef, herb and coffee flavors highlighted by toasty oak."
BV RUTHERFORD CABERNET 03 750mL $27.99 1150 BV RUTHERFORD CABERNET 03 "Smooth and spicy, offering supple currant, black cherry, plum and hints of lavender. Delightful to drink now, with its supple tannins and complex range of flavors."	BV TAPESTRY NAPA 04 $49.99 1171 The 2004 Beaulieu Vineyard Reserve Tapestry weaves five classic varietals — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec — into an elegant, beautifully balanced wine. The deep, expressive aromas and flavors are filled with black cherry, briary blackberry, cassis, dark cocoa and cedar character. Pre-fermentation maceration, gentle punch downs in open-top fermenters and in-barrel malolactic fermentation all contributed to the wine's richly textured flavors.	Bell Syrah Sierra Foothills 03 750mL $29.99 3615 "RATING: 85.ßDark ruby in colour with wonderfully intense, spicy, plum and damson fruit aromas evident on the nose."
Beringer Napa Cabernet Reserve 2001 and 2004 750mL $124.99 2447 "RATING: 94 - Steven Tanzer.ß Large-scaled yet elegant, it boasts classic notes of creme de cassis, chocolate, and smoky oak."	Bogle Phantom $19.99 4913 It has reappeared… Three distinctive varietals combine lush berry and fierce spice into a wine characterized by its incandescence. Deeply luscious and succulent blackberries ignite this vintage of our rich ruby apparition. Aromas of anise and sweet fig are embraced by touches of black pepper. From the shadowed dark depths, subtle notes of cloves and vanilla emerge and compliment the concentrated fruit characters of this wine. Captured in 1, 2 and 3 year old American oak barrels, this wine showcases the best these distinct varietals have to offer. Though this wine is remarkable now, age in the bottle will only integrate the three unique varietals more. Welcome the winery ghost into your home again with this latest vintage, and enjoy with full-flavored and hearty meals…before it vanishes again...	Buena Vista Carneros Pinot Noir ~~$25.99~~ $18.99 Sale Price 6803 "In the winery, small lots are kept separate to ensure each clone is expressed fully. The result is a plush and graceful wine, with aromas of strawberries, red raspberries and hints of earth evident in the nose. This Pinot is well?balanced, with layers of strawberry jam highlighted vanilla and spice. Because of its complex fruit character and lower tannins, Pinot Noir is one of the most versatile food wines made. Try Carneros Estate Pinot Noir with fire roasted tomato soup, grilled salmon, quiche Lorraine, pork tenderloin or your favorite vegetarian dishes."
CAIN FIVE $129.99 638 If the Cain Five is utterly unique, distinctive in both aroma and taste, this can only reflect the Cain Vineyard, which gives birth to this wine and is both spectacular and idiosyncratic. Composed of the five classic varieties—Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot—Cain Five epitomizes the benefits of blending to achieve a complex wine. It is supple and rich of texture, combining a full, firm structure with a long and subtle finish.	CAMBRIA PINOT NOIR 750mL $24.99 4496 CAMBRIA PINOT NOIR "Firm, with spicy cherry and wild berry flavors that turn dry and tannic. A style that will appeal to those who favor austerity in their Pinots. Drink now."	CARAVAN ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 750mL $42.99 6409 Brimming with sweet black fruits, anise and chocolate truffle, this classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is polished and pleasing. Incredibly smooth on the palate, this Cabernet has notes of cherry cola, supported by French roast coffee and chocolate.
CARAVAN ESTATE SHIRAZ 750mL $28.99 6408 A distinctive Shiraz bearing the hallmarks of Northern Rhone Syrah including white pepper spice, orange rind and blackberry liquor with accessible structure. Its layers are a decadent blend of espresso notes with both ripe red fruits and rich jammy black fruits. Anise notes spice up the palate and linger with elements of earth into a long finish.	CARDINALE CAB NAPA 04 $199.99 1585 94+ Points - "This cuvee offers surprising accessibility and openness. A sumptuous bouquet of cedarwood, black cherries, black currants, licorice, and wet rocks/crushed stones give way to a broad, opulent, fleshy wine offering sweet tannin, abundant quantities of sexy, ripe fruit, a full-bodied, layered mouthfeel, and a velvety finish. This is an atypically sumptuous 2006 that should drink well for 15-20 years. Kudos to winemaker Christopher Carpenter for this brilliant effort." - Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate, December 2008	CARLISLE DRY CREEK SYRAH 05 750mL $40.99 5688 CARLISLE DRY CREEK SYRAH 05 "Black ruby-purple. A perfumed nose of blackberry, cassis, and spring flowers (the viognier perhaps?) emerges from the glass. Full-bodied but like a welterweight champion, light on its feet thanks to healthy acidity and refreshing tannins on the finish."
CARLISLE DRY CREEK ZINFANDEL 750mL $49.99 4965 CARLISLE DRY CREEK ZINFANDEL "Medium-dark ruby garnet. Fragrant scents of red cherries, iron, and spring flowers. Classic Dry Creek zin! On the palate, absolutely seamless with plenty of delicious lip-smacking cherry fruit."	CARTLIDGE & BROWN SYRAH $11.99 3643 Light, soft and pleasant for its sweetish berry flavors, which pick up a hint of sweet pepper on the finish.	CARTLIDGE & BROWN ZINFANDEL 750mL $11.99 1838 "Straightforward, slightly cooked plum and pepper turn sharp-edged, with green notes and a touch of heat."
CARTLIDGE CABERNET 750mL $11.99 2661 "Aromas of ripe fig and plum, with inviting mocha & cedar. On the palate, it is dense and full-bodied. Flavors of ripe blackberry, cassis and bittersweet chocolate are dominate, filled out by suggestions of spice cake, anise and toffee."	CARTLIDGE MERLOT 750mL $11.99 2039 "CARTLIDGE MERLOT 750ml There is roundness and depth, and the top notes of cranberry and juicy bing cherry are accompanied by plenty of ripe black fruit. Mocha hints, along with a cedary character on the finish."	CARTLIDGE PINOT NOIR 750mL $14.99 2679 "Aromas of cherry cider, plum jam, and spice cake. Vigorous and full-flavored, notes of cherry cobbler, fresh plum, and toffee."
CAYMUS SPECIAL SELECTION CAB SAUV 750mL ~~$169.98~~ $99.99 Sale Price 5015 CAYMUS SPECIAL SELECTION CAB SAUV "Firm, intense and well-structured, with a mix of spicy oak, red and black currant, mineral, sage and dusty berry. Turns elegant and refined, yet shows a sturdy backbone on the finish."	CELLAR #8 CABERNET 750mL ~~$12.99~~ $8.99 Club Price 95 "Rich aromas of chocolate and spice open to flavors of ripe black cherry and currant. The wine is round and silky on the palate. Aging for 10 months in French and American oak barrels gives it notes of vanilla, nutmeg and clove."	CELLAR #8 MERLOT 750mL ~~$12.99~~ $8.99 Club Price 2029 "Deep ruby-blue in color, this Merlot has rich aromas of black cherry and spice. Aged in French and American oak barrels, the wine boasts round, velvety flavors of mocha and roasted coffee with deep blueberry and plum fruit."
CELLAR #8 ZINFANDEL 750mL ~~$12.99~~ $8.99 Club Price 4014 "This is a classic Zinfandel with intense notes of blackberry and briar on the nose. The palate offers jammy fruit character with white pepper and a hint of pipe tobacco. Big and concentrated, yet silky and inviting, this wine has chalky tannins with a long, complex finish. "	CHALONE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 750mL ~~$18.99~~ $13.99 Sale Price 6711 Winemaker Notes - Our Chalone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Monterey County is powerful yet perfectly approachable. Full-bodied with aromas of berry jam and cocoa, it is rich with juicy blackberry flavors and notes of vanilla/oak, which give it richness and complexity. The wine has nicely balanced tannins and acidity and a medium long finish that allows you to keep enjoying this wine long after it has left the glass.	CHALONE MERLOT 750mL ~~$18.99~~ $13.99 Sale Price 1396 Chalone Vineyard 2004 Merlot from Monterey County is a rich, soft Merlot; full of flavor and very approachable. Fresh, spicy aromas of berry and clove are followed by luscious flavors of dark cherry, accentuated by the soft vanilla character of the oak. Full-bodied with nicely balanced acidity, a velvety mouthfeel and medium-long finish, our Monterey Merlot is a complex, full-flavored wine.
CLAYHOUSE ADOBE RED 750mL $16.99 4671 CLAYHOUSE ADOBE RED "The Adobe Red is a blend with flavors of ripe dark fruits, blueberry, and cherry that give way to bold tannins.The wine was blended before bottling with 50% Zinfandel, 32% Petite Sirah, 13% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon."	CLAYHOUSE PETIT VERDOT 750mL $33.99 4763 CLAYHOUSE PETIT VERDOT "The color is dark with aromas of black cherry and pepper. The mouth feel is full bodied, with firm tannins and silky finish. For those who like, big youthful red wines, grab some venison, buffalo or a tri-tip steak off a Santa Maria grill and enjoy."	Chateau St Jean Cabernet Sauvignon Cinq Cepages 00 01 750mL ~~$69.99~~ $44.99 Sale Price 2477 "RATING: 92. Excellent balance, with supple, complex currant, plum, herb, dill and cedar notes that are focused and ripe."
DASHE ZINFANDEL $22.99 6125	DOMAINE ALFRED CALIFA PINOT NOIR 05 $50.99 3164 A rich, loamy, earthy style, with dried berry, anise, mineral and fresh earth flavors that are complex and deep, if a bit earthier than usual for this wine.	DOMAINE ALFRED SYRAH $28.99 2313 A rosé with depth and character. Dried berry, plum and strawberry notes are refreshing and vibrant.
DOMAINE TERLATO SHIRAZ-VIOGNIER 2006 ~~$20.99~~ $15.99 Sale Price 5690 "Exotic litchi nut, apricot, black cherry, and cassis characteristics are found in this fleshy, soft, deliciously fruity, supple-textured Aussie red."	DOMINUS NAPA 2004 $125.99 6167 (08/07) 94 points Robert Parker: "The elegant, dark plum/purple/garnet-colored 2004 Dominus exhibits a big, sweet, cedary, roasted herb, mocha, black cherry liqueur, black currant, and earth-scented perfume. Medium to full-bodied with silky tannin as well as a luscious mouthfeel and finish, it should be more accessible in its youth than many of its predecessors, but easily last for two decades."	DUCKHORN MERLOT THREE PALMS $99.99 6391 "Firm, with dry, earthy, leathery tannins and exotic spices that at this stage overshadow the mineral and dried currant flavors. Finishes with firm, earthy tannins."
DUCKHORN PARADUXX ZIN/CAB $54.99 4109 "Intense and concentrated, with zesty berry, cherry and spicy nuances that are well-balanced. A blend of mostly Zinfandel with Cabernet that gives it a nice currant and herbal touch."	DUCKHORN VINEYARD MERLOT 750mL $59.99 1291 DUCKHORN VINEYARD MERLOT "Well-focused on a center of ripe currant, plum and blackberry, with hints of clayish earth, lead pencil, mocha and anise folded in, giving it added flavor dimension and a long, detailed aftertaste that's a cut above most Merlots."	DYER CABERNET DIAMOND MTN 750mL ~~$79.99~~ $54.99 Sale Price 4700 "This Cabernet is polished and elegant with cassis, black cherry, licorice and tar notes. It is full and softly textured with fine grained tannins, subtle fruit and a long, bright, lively finish. Aged in barrels for 20 months. Blended of 84%, Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot."
DYER NAPA VALLEY CAB ~~$54.99~~ $29.99 Sale Price 5816 Tightly wound, firm and dense, with loamy, earthy currant, anise and sage flavors that end up with chewy, dry tannins.	EAGLEPOINT RANCH GRENACHE 750mL $16.99 5722 EAGLEPOINT RANCH GRENACHE "Light in color and weight, with simple plum and black cherry juice flavors that make this closer to ros? than most California renditions with this grape."	EDNA VALLEY CABERNET 750mL ~~$16.99~~ $13.99 Sale Price 2259 EDNA VALLEY CABERNET "The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon has a traditional old-world style that opens with leather, cocoa powder, anise and blackberry jam. Pleasant and smooth, the ripe fruit and earth influences carry across the mid-palate for an approachable wine. Balanced acidity and fine, firm tannins complete the profile. This easy-going wine complements almost any occasion, pairing well with a variety of foods ranging from pan-seared pork chops to rich, meaty steaks."
EDNA VALLEY MERLOT 750mL ~~$16.99~~ $13.99 Sale Price 5144 EDNA VALLEY MERLOT "This 2006 Merlot opens with inviting cherry, blackberry and vanilla aromas. Black currant and caramel develop across the palate with subtle hints of tarragon and coffee. Juicy fruit supports the body and adds length to the mid palate, with smooth tannins that hold together for a nice finish. "	Ex Libris Cabernet $17.99 6877 "Like previous vintages, the grapes for the 2006 Ex-Libris Cabernet Sauvignon were sourced from some of the top Columbia Valley vineyards, including the Champoux and Millbrandt Vineyards. This year's blend mixed in some Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and a dash of Malbec for complexity. The wine was aged for 16 months in French oak. On the nose, it is classic WA Cab, with deep cassis fruit and hints of cedar and spice. The palate is full, with broad concentrated fruit, and a Bordelaise structure that is often found in the Northwest's best Cabernets. The pedigree of these great vineyards comes through clearly in this superb value Cabernet."	FRANCISCAN MERLOT $21.99 3409 Great depth of flavor in a nicely balanced package. Rich, lively plum, anis e and black cherry flavors follow an enticing rhubarb-like aroma. Smooth on the palate, yet firm with tannins and acid. Finish is long and fruity.
FROG'S LEAP MERLOT 750mL $42.99 6370 Dark ruby in color, our 2006 Merlot radiates bright aromatics of ripe plum underscored by notes of cocoa. Mouth-filling flavors of cherry and currants are laced with hints of cigar box and dried herbs. Medium bodied and smooth in texture, the succulent fruit core is balanced by delicate acidity and plush tannins that offer a lingering finish.	Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 750mL $26.99 4600 "Aromas of blackberry, plum, clove, coffee, and cassis with hints of toasty oak and sweet vanilla. Flavors of cassis, coffee and toasted oak add to this rich and mouth-filling cabernet."	GEYSER PEAK CAB RESERVE 03 750mL ~~$47.99~~ $35.99 Sale Price 2761 "Heady aromas of blackberry and blueberry fruit, as well as cedary oak and a hint of mint. Flavors of blueberry and cherry are underlain by a fine seam of acidity, which mingles with tannins and fruit on a persistent finish."
GREG NORMAN CALIFORNIA PETITE SIRAH 750mL $16.99 2182 GREG NORMAN CALIFORNIA PETITE SIRAH "The Greg Norman 2006 Paso Robles Petite Sirah shows an impressive balance of concentrated flavors and firm tannin backbone. The wine has scents of violet and raspberry. A taste brings to mind a thick slice of juicy blackberry pie, but also shows plum and dried fruit. It is rich and lush, and has just the right amount of spiciness in the finish."	GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU BLOCK 13 750mL $18.99 1014 "The rich aromas and dark color of the Block 13 Cabernet Sauvignon are followed by plush currant, cherry and kirsch flavors and notes of espresso and bittersweet chocolate."	GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MERLOT 750mL $29.99 2302 GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MERLOT "Aromas and flavors of spiced black cherry, dark plum, blueberry and a beautifully integrated layer of tea leaf. The juicy, dense palate is framed by broad, finely textured tannins. The elegant structure and bright acidity carry the flavors through a long, lingering finish. Delicious upon release, this Merlot will benefit from five years of cellaring and continue to age gracefully for 10 to 12 years."
GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MT CUVEE 750mL $19.99 5218 GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU MT CUVEE "Supple and polished, with smoky herb, currant, mineral and dusty berry flavors that firm up nicely, ending with a loamy, earthy dried berry flavor. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah."	Gundlach Bundschu Rhinefarm Vineyard Cabernet Sonoma 03 750mL $31.99 1324 "The deep garnet color and intense aromas of the 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon foreshadow the concentrated black currant, cassis and Christmas spice flavors to follow."	Gundlach Bundschu Rhinefarm Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma 04 750mL $32.99 3134 "The 2003 Pinot Noir is rich and balanced, with deep black cherry, clove and dried rose petal aromas that carry over to the flavors and expand in the mouth."
HAHN MERITAGE LUCIA $16.99 4145	HEITZ CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 750mL $139.99 5016 HEITZ CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON "Lavish varietal aromas and a signature twist of mint are followed by an exquisite mouthful of rich black cherry. This is Cabernet Sauvignon at its finest, produced with sun-ripened fruit from the legendary Martha?s Vineyard."	J. LOHR MERLOT $16.99 1119 Racy and ripe, with straightforward dried cherry, spice and licorice notes that turn firm on the finish.
J.LOHR CAROL'S CABERNET $44.99 1951 A solid wine, with balanced cassis, plum, herb and mineral flavors on a medium frame, with muscular tannins and a lingering, black cherry- and tobacco-influenced finish.	J.LOHR ESTATE CABERNET 750mL ~~$18.99~~ $14.99 Sale Price 3387 J.LOHR ESTATE CABERNET "This Cabernet Sauvignon is a youthful, dense purple red color with bright hues. The aroma is very generous with black cherry, black currant and plum fruit, complemented by vanilla, char and toasty notes from the twelve to fourteen months in barrel. On the palate, the fruit flavors echo the aroma, complexed with blackberry and a plump, round mouthfeel and finish."	JARVIS CABERNET SAUVIGNON $79.99 2442 An elegant style that's mature, with spicy herb, dried currant and savory flavors that are well-proportioned and complex. Ends with supple tannins and good length.
JARVIS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 01 $279.99 6138 94 points – Exceptional Beverage Testing Institute Our winemaker Dimitri Tchelistcheff only designates a wine as reserve when he feels it is a truly extraordinary wine. Although our Cabernet Sauvignons have been stellar over the past several years, we have not had a Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon since the 1997 vintage. We think this 2001 Reserve may eventually surpass the benchmark year of 1997! This is a wine that as soon as you try it, you know you are experiencing something grand. With a deep bouquet of clove and black cherries, along with hints of cinnamon and bay, it is sure to pull you in. Flavors of cherries and red berries are full and ample and 26 months in new French Nevers Oak barrels adds nuances of toasty cinnamon to intrigue you even more. This is a huge wine that has a great deal of finesse as it spent over 3 years bottle aging – it is as smooth as silk. Ready for consumption now, this wine will also continue to age for 15 years in ideal storage conditions.	JOSEPH PHELPS INSIGNIA 05 $229.99 2394 Smooth, supple and complex, offering wonderful aromas and serving up a range of herb- and mineral-laced currant, black cherry, blackberry, sage and pebble notes. Ends with a clipped edge. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot. Best from 2011 through 2018. 92 points!	JUSTIN SYRAH 750mL $24.99 1879 JUSTIN SYRAH "Firm, with mineral, spice, pepper, sage, dried berry and stewed plum fruit that's tight and closed."
KING ESTATE PINOT NOIR $24.99 4282 KING ESTATE PINOT NOIR 750ml	LAYER CAKE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 750mL ~~$26.99~~ $20.99 Club Price 6646 "A blend of cabernet fruit from a number of eastern Napa hillside vineyards, this is classically structured cab with a modern edge. Its perfume is redolent of blackberries, violets, pencil lead and tobacco. The blackberry fruit continues on the palate, mingling with sweet cherry, chocolate and coffee flavors."	LEGENDS MERITAGE (LARRY BIRD) $79.99 5835
LEMELSON STERMER PINOT NOIR 750mL $44.99 4252 LEMELSON STERMER PINOT NOIR "Firm in texture, with a peppery edge to the cherry and green olive flavors, lingering on the expressive finish."	LEMELSON THEA'S PINOT NOIR 750mL $32.99 5030 LEMELSON THEA'S PINOT NOIR "Thea’s Selection is Lemelson’s "measuring stick" Pinot Noir, as it is a blend of blocks from the different estate vineyards. This elegant release emphasizes aromas of pungent herbs, lifted with hints of rose petal and briary berry. In the mouth there is a lively, sappy, fruit-centric focus, showing concentrated raspberry (framboise) flavors. In short, a thoroughly delicious bottle that makes the case for blends over most single-vineyard offerings in Oregon."	LOKOYA CAB HOWELL MT 04 750mL $229.99 3380 Aromas of spicy currant, fresh earth, mineral and sage are compact yet supple in texture on the palate. Well-proportioned, this gains momentum on the finish, where the flavors have depth and nuance. Best from 2011 through 2018.
LOKOYA CAB MT. VEEDER 04 750mL $253.99 6328 Excellent ripeness, richness and balance, with dense currant, blackberry, sage, mineral and spice. The long, detailed finish gushes with spicy fruit. Plenty of plush tannins, too. Score range: 92-94	MARILYN MERLOT 750mL $27.99 878 MARILYN MERLOT Winemaker's Note: ""The 2005 vintage Marilyn Merlot is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. We prefer the added flavors and structure that Cabernet gives to the predominately Merlot based wine. The addition of 30% new oak barrels for this vintage gives the appropriate aromas of toasted oak and a more complex mouth feel from the new oak tannins. The fruit flavors are soft and mature. Vineyards for this wine continue to be from our longtime growers ranging in location from Yountville to St. Helena in the middle of the Napa Valley."" - John McKay"	MARK WEST PINOT NOIR CENTRAL COAST $14.99 542 Soft and easy-drinking, with cherry, spice and pretty red currant flavors gently highlighted by ripe tannins.
MENAGE A TROIS RED 750mL $13.99 3107 MENAGE A TROIS RED "This wine exposes the fresh, ripe, jam-like fruit that is the calling card of California wine. Three saucy grapes make up the blend. Zinfandel adds a juicy character, Merlot mellows and Cabernet adds backbone. Forward, spicy and soft, this delicious dalliance makes the perfect trio."	MIA'S OLD VINE ZINFANDEL $19.99 6796 "The Dry Creek Old Vine Zinfandel has deep garnet color and notes of strawberry, pipe tobacco, caramel, fresh oregano, and rich French oak. Dry Creek terrior all the way, this Zin has mineral and earth tones balanced out with cappuccino, dark cherry cobbler, and cloves finishing with blackberries, vanilla, and French roast coffee notes."	MICHEAL DAVID 6TH SENSE SYRAH $19.99 6712
MICHEAL DAVID PETITE PETIT $18.99 236	MIDDLE SISTER REBEL RED $12.99 6758	MODUS OPERANDI ANTITHESIS $99.99 6648 Deep purple/garnet color. Nose of jammy blackberry, vanilla and coconut spice. Imagine eating a spoonful of Marshmallow Fluff. That is how this feels in the mouth. Very soft and fluffy and lush. So smooth! Round chewy, elegant tannins and rich long finish. This wine is very hedonistic. Meant to be consumed young while fruit is still big and fresh.
MONDAVI CAB SAUVIGNON RESERVE 04 $134.99 6198 Powerful tannins are chewy and generous, and beautifully balanced by the wine’s equally dense flavors of black fruits—blackberry, black cherry, boysenberry and crème de cassis. Vibrant and alive with fresh acidity, the 2005 Reserve is a powerful wine that carries its considerable muscle with elegance and style.	MOUNT VEEDER CABERNET $49.99 3590 Opulent and chewy with lots of ripe fruit flavors and spicy, buttery oak shadings. Serves up a rich core of black cherry, currant and plum-tinged fruit and finishes with a delicious encore of fruit and oak. Wonderful depth, richness, balance and finesse.	Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Reserve 2000 and 2003 750mL $114.99 3330 "Notable aromas of herb, mint and rosemary turn firm and tannic on the palate, with rich, loamy dried currant, mineral and pebble flavors that are concentrated. Finishes on an austere note"
Napanook 2005 750mL $46.99 6268 "Fragrant, rich nose full of blackberries and dark forest fruits. The aroma slowly reveals subtle notes of smoky sandalwood, chocolate, and sweet almonds."	O'REILLY'S PINOT NOIR 750mL $22.99 3708 O'REILLY'S PINOT NOIR "Lithe, fleshy and appealing for its cherry and spice flavors, veering toward ripe currants as the finish rolls on against fine tannins."	OUTPOST ZINFANDEL HOWELL MT $53.99 1216 "ôBright ruby-red. Knockout nose offers red and darker berries lifted by ginger, flowers and pepper. Juicy and intense; a real essence of zinfandel fruit, with superb clarity and spicy lift top the crushed berry flavors. This really coats the mouth without leaving any impression of weight. The very long, juicy bright finish features a fine dusting of tannins and resounding fruitàThis sample was enough to restore my faith in Zinfandel.ö --92-94 pts."
Opus One 05 750mL ~~$199.99~~ $159.99 Sale Price 5987 "RATING: 92.ß A rich, decidedly earthy style of Opus, showing currant, anise, black cherry, mineral, leather and sage flavors that are focused and complex."	PEIRANO ESTATE "THE OTHER" $13.99 1909 One is immediately struck by the vibrant color of this wine. The aromas of blackberries and plums are complemented by spice, toasty oak and cedar notes. Upon washing this liquid across the palate, a wave of sweet black cherries and boysenberries, with a hint of smoky, dark oak lead to a long, totally seductive, finish. A great expression of this variety, this wine will gently knock your socks off. ‘The Other’ is a perfect accompaniment to a variety of cuisine.	PEIRANO ESTATE PETITE SIRAH $13.99 3491 PEIRANO ESTATE PETITE SIRAH PLACES IN ‘TOP TEN’ IN NEW YORK TIMES TASTING. "The senses are tempted by an array of black raspberry, spice, coffee, cocoa, cola and white pepper. The palate is filled with ripe boysenberry, black raspberry, plum and sweet black cherry and firm tannins, with a hint of smoke and dark chocolate. Enjoy this wine along with a nice grilled steak, baked potato with all the fixings, and good friends. This is a wine that can please now, as well as age out for many years to come."
PREVAIL BACKFORTY 750mL $79.99 3906 PREVAIL BACKFORTY "Serves up a complex mix of ripe, fleshy plum and blackberry fruit that has a sweetish edge, shaded by spice, cedary oak, herb and dusty mineral notes. Ends with dry, herb-laced tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2014."	PREVAIL WEST FACE 750mL $54.99 3085 PREVAIL WEST FACE "Weaves together a complex band of spicy currant, cedary oak, pepper, anise, sage and mineral notes. Well-proportioned, elegant and stylish, firming up nicely on the finish, where the tannins have a nice grip. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah."	Pedroncelli Dry Creek Valley Petite Sirah 01 Sonoma County 750mL $16.99 4567 "Opaque purple. Crushed raspberries and bramble spice aromas. Rich and juicy with boysenberry, cassis and chocolate flavors."
QUINTESSA 04 750mL $154.99 3517 "95 pts Wine Enthusiast: A dramatic young wine, fleshy and dazzling now for its lush fruit and oak, although the tannins have a crunchy hardness. But that merely ensures ageability."	RAVENSWOOD ZINFANDEL $11.99 2125	ROBERT YOUNG CABERNET SCION 750mL $74.99 5183 ROBERT YOUNG CABERNET SCION Clear-cut attack of oak, blackberry, and black cassis on the nose: enormous amounts of vanilla and creme brule. Big nose, big complexity, beautiful, glorious cranberry, strawberry, black currant, extremely rich clean flavor profile... Impress your boss time: this is a wine that I highly recommend you seek out and pop open with him right before you ask for a raise. A complete killer. A serious wine... 5-10 years of cellaring easily."
ROBERT YOUNG MERLOT 750mL $45.99 2893 ROBERT YOUNG MERLOT "Supple and harmonious, with fleshy cherry, herb, cedar and tobacco flavors, picking up a hint of chocolate and vanilla bean. Tannins are ripe and integrated."	ROCHIOLI PINOT NOIR 2005 $53.99 6152 Effusively fruity, rich and layered, with intense, concentrated black cherry, wild berry and blackberry fruit that's firm and well-structured, finishing with a strong burst of berry flavors. Picks up a nice edge of toasty oak.	RODNEY STRONG CAB ALEXANDER VALLEY 03 750mL ~~$22.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 4152 The Alexander Valley terroir is evident in this delicious cabernet. Bold fruit aromas and flavors of red plum and boysenberry and a rich and mouthfilling texture with soft tannins. Aged for 18 months in French and American oak.
RODNEY STRONG SYMMETRY 750mL $60.99 5601 RODNEY STRONG SYMMETRY "The Symmetry greets you with an opulent bouquet of blackberries, ripe dark plums and sweet spices. The wine opens generously on the palate with layers of blackberry, cassis and plum framed with accents of dark chocolate and spice. The finish is persistent and smooth. This wine is at once rich, harmonious, powerful, and elegant; a wine intended to be enjoyable on release, yet destined for years of further evolution in the bottle. Savor it!" CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK	ROMBAUER CAB NAPA DIAMOND SELECTION 750mL ~~$70.00~~ $39.99 Sale Price 2046 ROMBAUER CAB NAPA DIAMOND SELECTION "Rombauer Vineyards? 2003 Diamond Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is complex, dense and sumptuous. Luxurious aromas of ripe plum, wild berry fruit and cedar offer depth and structure. Coating the mouth are tiers of black cherry, cocoa and currant that unfold to present a vibrant, lingering finish. The tannins are well structured and firm."	ROMBAUER NAPA CAB 03 750mL $38.99 5739 "A plush, concentrated wine that exhibits ripe fruit flavors of blackberry, blueberry, and dark cherries that pick up momentum and open gracefully into the finish. There are supple tannins that highlight the fruit driven style of this wine. This wine has a tannin structure to last many years, yet is fruity enough to enjoy now."
ROMBAUER ZINFANDEL 2005 750mL $33.99 5530 ROMBAUER ZINFANDEL 2005 "Rombauer Vineyards’ 2007 Napa Valley Zinfandel is luscious and jammy. True to the old-vine style, this wine is robust and flavorful. Velvety layers of blackberry and boysenberry are balanced with hints of clove and oak. This full-bodied wine has a smooth and spicy finish that lingers on the palate."	ROSENBLUM VITNERS ZIN 750mL $11.99 2716 ROSENBLUM VITNERS ZIN "Aromas of black cherry, blackberry and raspberry, as well as spice and vanilla overtones. Medium-bodied and replete with acidity."	ROSENBLUM ZIN PASO ROBLES 750mL $16.99 543 ROSENBLUM ZIN PASO ROBLES "This rich, full wine exhibits the signature spicy earth tones that make Paso Robles Zinfandel so excellent. Combining two vineyards from both sides of the Salinas River contribute to the overall charm and complexity. In this wine you will discover flavors of rich cherry, black raspberry a touch of chocolate truffles and aromas of anise. "
RUSSELL CREEK TRIBUTARY 03 ~~$22.99~~ $16.99 Sale Price 5970 Rich and distinctive. A supple red, with layers of cherry, currant, mint and cedar flavors, plus a cinnamon note that adds interest to the long, focused finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.	Rodney Strong Russian River Pinot Noir 04 $19.99 3968 "Supple in texture, with rose petal and red fruit aromas, this lively, medium bodied wine is aged in predominantly French oak, which adds a subtle, toasty vanilla character."	SBRAGIA CABERNET SONOMA 750mL $49.99 4091 SBRAGIA CABERNET SONOMA "Tightly wound, chewy and concentrated, but also austere and backward, with sage, earth and herbal flavors overshadowing the dusty berry flavors."
SEQUOIA GROVE CABERNET 2008 750mL $40.99 6017 "Deep garnet in color with aromas of ripe cherry and blackberry with a bit of mocha and cocoa. The fruit intertwines lovingly with the oak, hints of which can be found in aromas of clove, black pepper and spice. The palate is rich and bold but the tannins are soft and supple creating an endless finish. The acid compliments the lushness of the fruit and gives structure and balance throughout the wine."	SEQUOIA GROVE CABERNET RESERVE 03 750mL $56.99 6018 Aromas of ripe cherry, plum, lead pencil and loamy earth are elegant and refined in this full-bodied red, with firm, integrated tannins. Ends on a simpler, cedary note.	SILVER OAK ALEXANDER VALLEY CAB 2004 ~~$79.99~~ $59.99 Sale Price 2450 Aromas of dill, macaroon and coconut fold in nicely with a rich band of currant, plum and black cherry fruit. Excellent structure, depth and concentration, ending with firm, chewy tannins. Best to cellar short-term. Best from 2006 through 2012.
SILVER OAK NAPA VALLEY CAB 750mL ~~$109.98~~ $77.99 Sale Price 3658 "RATING: 87. Creamy dill and lavender aromas lead to similar flavors, wrapped around a core of rich, earthy currant, cedar, anise and sage."	SIMI LANDSLIDE CABERNET $36.99 1955 A delicious Cabernet at a terrific price. Smooth, rich and juicy, with tiers of lively black cherry, wild berry and blackberry fruit that are deeply concentrated with a supple, elegant mouthfeel. On the finish the tannins show some grip and a nice dusty, cedary oak quality adds a note of complexity. Best from 2005 through 2011.	STAG'S LEAP ARTEMIS CABERENT $59.99 1446 Focused and complex, the wine opens with aromas and flavors of black fruit—blackberry, currant, and plum—that slowly give way to layers of nutmeg, rosemary, grilled game, and warm pie crust. This firmly structured and full-bodied wine gains depth and richness through the finish. Enjoy this wine with filet mignon with green peppercorn cream sauce or braised veal shanks with green olives and capers.
STAGLIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON $179.99 6647 James Laube, Wine Spectator, October 31, 2008 "Staglin Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford 2005-- Smooth and fleshy, with an appealing mix of spicy red currant, black cherry, plum and light cedary oak, joined by a loamy earthiness. Gains velocity and length, while remaining elegant and supple. Drink now through 2016. (91 points)"	SWITCHBACK RIDGE CABERNET $94.99 6797 A fabulous young wine. Ultrarich and harmonious, with ripe, supple tannins wrapped around a delicious core of currant, blackberry, vanilla, espresso bean and mocha, gliding to a long, sensual finish with lots of rich, intricate flavors. Best from 2005 through 2012.	Signorello Cabernet 2004 ~~$49.99~~ $29.99 Sale Price 1708 "Our signature wine is chocolate colored and opens to coco bean, allspice, and vanilla. The lush, full-bodied palate continues with flavors of black currant and hints of tobacco. This wine's incredible balance and long finish is accentuated by its integrated tannins and lush flavors. Enjoy with chocolate, cheese, Filet Mignon, NY Strip steak, Flat Iron steak or venison. Drinkability: Now to 2020 (http://www.signorellovineyards.com)"
Stag's Leap Cask 23 Napa Cabernet 01 750mL $159.99 1509 "RATING: 87 - Steven Tanzer.ß RATING: 90 - Connoisseurs Guide.ß Classic Napa Cab, right up there with the greats. Somehow manages to combine monsterous power with understated elegance."	Stag's Leap Fay Napa Cabernet 02/03 750mL $74.99 2621 2001 Stag's Leap Fay Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley. ?Smooth÷ and ?luscious÷ are words this wine evokes again and again.	Stag's Leap S.L.V. Napa Cabernet 07 ~~$99.99~~ $79.99 3892 "RATING: 90.ß General characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon: Grape Character: Blackberry, black currant, black cherry, mint, tobacco."
Summers Andriana's Cabernet Napa 03 750mL $23.99 1406 "RATING: 91.ß Summers? Andriana?s Cuvee is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes procured from three select vineyards in the northern Napa Valley, including Summers? own Villa Andriana Vineyard."	Summers Charbono Napa Valley 750mL $24.99 3704 Our Estate Reserve Charbono is filled with deep currant aromas followed by sweet bramble notes. The palate is embraced with supple black cherries finishing with lengthy opulent tannins.	Summers Napa Cabernet 2002 750mL $44.99 2690 2002 Summers Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from a blend of grapes from Villa Andriana Vineyard and one other in the Calistoga region.
TANGLEY OAKS MERLOT 05 ~~$15.99~~ $11.99 Club Price 6154 "This Merlot exhibits red berry and plum flavors along with notes of espresso and cassis. With firm tannins and a lingering finish, this wine will pair well with grilled or braised meats and game. It will bring tradition and distinctiveness to any gathering."	TERALATO ANGELS PEAK BLEND 750mL $49.99 816 TERALATO ANGELS PEAK BLEND "Taste - Smooth, rich and full bodied with soft, round flavors, plumy fruit and soft tannins with a lush mouth-feel."	TERLATO SYRAH 750mL $37.99 709 TERALATO SYRAH "The Terlato family brings over 50 years of experience in the fine wine industry. The wines from Terlato Family Vineyards illustrate the family's commitment and passion to crafting world-class wine. This wine has flavors of black cherry, plum and currants, with hints of violets."
TOASTED HEAD CABERNET $14.99 4584 "TOASTED HEAD CABERNET 750ml ""Our Cabernet Sauvignon offers fragrant cherry and cassis aromas framed by toasty, spicy oak scents. On the mouth filling palate, the wine?s juicy, red-fruit flavors are balanced by firm, supple tannins and a savory, toasted oak tone. Delicious now, our Cabernet?s depth and structure will enable it to age well in bottle for several years."" (www.toastedhead.com) "	TOASTED HEAD MERLOT $14.99 3353 "TOASTED HEAD MERLOT 750ml ""Our Merlot displays fragrant plum, cherry, and blackberry fruit aromas, with complementary scents of fresh herbs, vanilla, coffee, and toasted oak adding complexity. Medium-bodied and firmly structured on the palate, its fine depth of fruit and supple tannins make it both delightful on its own and a delicious accompaniment to food."" (www.toastedhead.com) "	WENTE NTH CABERNET SAUV 04 $59.99 6158 "The Nth Degree Cabernet Sauvignon offers the black cherry flavors and bold tannins that are characteristic of great California Cabernets. It delights with hints of chocolate and earthy tones, a lush dark fruit in the middle of the palate and a big finish."
WENTE NTH SYRAH 04 750mL $44.99 5761 "WENTE NTH SYRAH 04 750ml Showing a vibrant purple color, this Syrah has rich aromas of bittersweet chocolate and roasted coffee that continue in the mouth with black cherry and coffee bean flavors. Aggressive tannins lead to a wine that is full bodied with a lingering fruit finish."	WHITE COTTAGE SYRAH 05 750mL $29.99 693 "The wine is a beautiful garnet color with a nose of roasted blueberries, cinnamon and vanilla. On the palate, the flavor of plush fresh fruit is ripe, round and wonderfully balanced. All the way through to its velvety finish."	YAMHILL VALLEY ESTATE PINOT NOIR $17.99 6459 "Light and silky, with pretty plum and berry fruit, finishing with fine tannins."
YAMHILL VALLEY RESERVE PINOT NOIR 750mL $32.99 6461 "Bright and simple, with a firm texture and nice black cherry flavors that last on the finish"	ZIN 91 $17.99 6727 "The 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel was sourced from an exceptional vineyard in California?s Dry Creek. The wine is well structured with a unique resinous pepper-spice. The ripe, juicy character of red raspberry marries nicely with the more supple dark plum and cherry flavors. "

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