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Aromas of violets, cassis, espresso, dark chocolate & vanilla bean fill the glass. On the palate the dark currant, blackberry cobbler & bacon notes fill the palate as the finish showcases bright acidity and rich, thick tannins. Learn More

Intense and complex, with rich, vibrant blackberry, crushed rock, fresh earth, mineral, road tar, tobacco and sage notes, ending with tight tannins that give the flavors traction. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier and Roussanne . . ." (J.L., Wine Spectator 91). Learn More

Here's what the dictionary says this about 'Verve:' noun—enthusiasm, energy, spirit, life, force, punch (informal), dash, pep, sparkle, zip (not code), vitality, animation, vigor, zeal, gusto, welly (slang), get-up-and-go (informal), elan, brio, vivacity, liveliness, vim.

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Beautiful crimson color. Inviting aromas of fresh, ripe boysenberry, blackberry, and plum. Secondary aromas of brown spice and fragrant vanilla add a layer of complexity. Full-bodied wine with intriguing flavors of juicy berries, blackcurrants, clove, and a slightly candied violet note.

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The Etude Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is handcrafted from several unique vineyards representing the major benchland sub-appellations of Napa Valley—Rutherford, St. Helena, Oakville and Calistoga. By deliberately sourcing fruit from this range of exemplary sources, the assembled wine attains the important range of expression and nuance that gives this wine its depth of character. Learn More

Deeply saturated, jewel-toned wine. A seductive nose displays aromas of black cassis, lifted violets, and dark-chocolate shavings. Gentle swirling coaxes further notes of cigar box and potpourri which set the stage for a stunning palate layered with flavors of cedar, cracked black pepper, black licorice, and bergamot.

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The 2013 vintage of Rapture opens up with a bright, fruit laden bouquet of sweet blackberry, blackcurrant, and subtle hints of oak. Medium bodied, the wine shows flavors of dark raspberry, spiced plum, and integrated, toasty oak notes. The wine finishes dry with a lingering, velvet-like finish. "Don't be left behind!" Learn More

The La Rinconada Pinot Noir is full of strong spice notes, from white pepper to tobacco leaf and cedar. These aromas pair beautifully with delicate hints of rose petal and wild blackberry, which continue on the palate. This wine has great structure, and its expected to age quite well, but it's showing fantastic now. Learn More

A densely saturated vibrant black/red color leads to a nose of pure black currants, at once inky yet penetrating. Studded with notes of dried thyme, anise and pipe tobacco, the aroma emerges as pure Cabernet.

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A powerhouse wine, this iconic Cabernet Sauvignon shows the complexity and intensity of our historic To Kalon vineyard, with mouth-filling flavors of fleshy, blackberry, black plum and black currant fruits, savory herbs, black and white pepper, and cardamom spice structured by generous, well-integrated tannins and bright acidity. An iconic, showstopper wine. Learn More

The three varieties of Rhone are grown in our Backyard estate's vineyard and offer a sense of place and passion. We are working with McGah Vineyard Grenache in Rutherford to offer raise and concentrate along with great texture in order to complement our estate-grown field mix. Petite Sirah from the Shipoke vineyard in Calistoga completes the composition and gives focus and inky scope.

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Dark cherry, plum, cloves, smoke, new calfskin, and licorice merge together in the Alban 2012 Pinot Noir. Abundant, rich and sensational in the glass, this red wine is about intensity and power. Learn More

The Imposter 2014, is full and deeply satisfying with surprising richness and range. The wine is praised for its high concentration and intense fruit and oak flavors, but what makes it truly remarkable is its structure and effortless sense of control.The palate is stacked with mouth-filling Christmas zest and mixed french herbs coasting all through the ultra sweet mid-palate and a ripe tannin finish. Learn More

Serious Zinfandel made from hand-harvested, dry-farmed estate fruit. This is not jammy California Zin but a dry, well-balanced gem with spicy and dried herbs. Ageing in mostly neutral French oak barrels, helps preserve the purity of fruit and its specific terroir. A little bottle age also helps. Learn More

This wine is all ripe red fruits, but still has the density and backbone from the Mourvedre and a slight amount of Syrah. The 20% stem inclusion adds so much spice and character. Fans of California Pinot and Chateauneuf Du Pape should buy this in bulk! Learn More