90+ Point Wines: United States

A light and fresh pinot that has real pinot character, with sliced strawberry and citrus notes. Light-bodied, clean and an attractive.

A warm and generous wine with a sweet-seeming richness that makes it easy to sip without further aging. Full-bodied, laced with mostly red fruit, from strawberries to cherries, and with underlying blueberry, cocoa and creme de... Read More

This wine always overde­liv­ers, and this vin­tage’s blend of 50% Syrah, 38% Grenache, 7% Mourvè­dre and 5% Counoise con­tin­ues the tra­di­tion. Aro­mas of baked berry, cin­na­mon,... Read More

With small percentages of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, this exquisitely aromatic and textural Cabernet begins with a perfume of crushed violets and black cherry. Concentrated flavors of blackberry liqueur,... Read More

Perfumed aromas of red currants, lavender, fresh thyme and graphite. The palate is medium- bodied with plush tannins and balanced acidity, giving flavors of raspberry coulis, red licorice and baking spices. Very soft and delicate,... Read More

This wine is concentrated, with aromas of boysenberry, lingonberry, clove, black tea, and notes of toasted oak on the nose. The flavors on the palate are huckleberry, Olallieberry, blood orange zest, star anise, dried bay leaf,... Read More

Blackberries, leather and cumin aromas are accented by a trace of spicy, earthy blackened catfish. Black-and-blueberries, cocoa and maple hard candy flavors are backed by massive, leathery tannins. The acidity is the only thing... Read More

Seductive notes of meringue and macadamia nut and a touch of toast delight on the nose. The palate is satiny and riddled with citrus, with hints of lime and mandarin alongside baking spices for a gratifying denouement.... Read More

Aromas of black fruit, chocolate, red currants, dried herbs, graphite and earth. The palate is well balanced, with a rounded mouthfeel, fine-grained tannins and a soft and fruit-driven finish. There’s plenty of generosity... Read More

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon 1913 is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Merlot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it gives up alluring notes of blackcurrant cordial, plum preserves and bouquet garni, plus suggestions... Read More

The Chalk Hill Estate Chardonnay captures the vibrant, complex and classic character of our estate-grown grapes. We are dedicated to making exceptional Chardonnay, and no detail is overlooked. In the vineyard, focused planting... Read More

Very pretty and refined, showing juicy citrus and stone fruit flavors that are fresh and concentrated, with seamless, elegant notes of Honeycrisp apple, lemon curd and peach pastry, backed by a long, expressive finish. Drink now.... Read More

Aromas of juicy, ripe plums are greeted on the palate by flavors of cocoa and blackberry. This flavorful and full-bodied Merlot offers fine-grained tannins and mouthwatering length.

The 2022 Ancient Vines Zinfandel shows the varietal strawberry character that Zinfandel is known for. Well-balanced and fresh with a touch of raspberry and vanilla make for a very enjoyable glass of wine. Very drinkable now but... Read More

Lots of currants and black berries with black cherries and tobacco. Medium body with nicely opened tannins here that give length and beauty. Juicy at the end with hints of tobacco and cedar. Attractive tobacco undertones. Drink... Read More

The 2023 vintage delivers yet another bewitching blend with trademark Pessimist flair. This is a bold and powerful wine that opens with ample aromas of blueberry, boysenberry, plum, and strawberry. Smoky notes of truffle and roasted... Read More

Our Dark Horse Red Blend is anything but ordinary. As its name suggests, this blend offers big, bold fruit aromas and flavors. Aromas of jammy dark fruit and toasted oak lead seamlessly into a rich mouthfeel with notes of raspberry... Read More

Made from 93% Pinot Noir and 7% Pinot Meunier, this is a lovely sparkling wine, rounded and layered with moderate acidity. The flavors dance around aspects of wild strawberry, raspberry and melon, with a lasting tease of hazelnut.... Read More

True to their heritage of producing top-tier Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine showcases a seamless blend of elegance and strength. It begins with captivating aromas of dark red berries and cardamom, leading the way to a defined palate... Read More

The story of an injured dog being rescued by a winemaker will always make the Three Legged Red a sentimental favorite of mine. This latest vintage starts with earthy oregano and duff aromas, followed by notes of blackberry and... Read More

This selection is a good example of North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is robust, with aromas of dark cherry, black currant, dried savory herbs, and notes of toasty oak on the nose. The mouthfeel is opulent with dense flavors... Read More

Bold and persistent, the strength of this Merlot rests in its almost-muscular frame that balances ripe fruits clothed in chocolate.

Made with grapes sourced from Rutherford, Calistoga, St. Helena, and the winery's home in Oakville that aged 17 months in French oak, this impeccably balanced and complex red is as elegant as it is emotive. Blackberry and... Read More