California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
California
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California | 1 | 94 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€104.08 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)With 4% Sémillon, this bi-county white impresses in grapefruit, pea shoot and peach, with a hint of candied ginger on the back of the palate. Consistent acidity refreshes and adds complexity and refinement to the proceedings, with just a hint of oak. |
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California | 3 | - |
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€555.36 |
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California | 1 | - |
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€358.16 |
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Experience the exquisite elegance of the St Amant Mohr Fry Zinfandel Old Vine 2022, a testament to centuries-old viticultural excellence. Crafted in the heart of Sonoma County’s dry creek valley, this Zinfandel hails from meticulously maintained old vines, some exceeding fifty years. Mohr Fry Winery, renowned for its sustainable farming practices, employs traditional fermentation techniques enhanced by modern precision to preserve the wine’s authentic character. The 2022 vintage showcases a deep ruby hue, unveiling aromas of blackberries, plum, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and velvety tannins, supported by a lingering, peppery finish. This Old Vine Zinfandel embodies the passion and expertise of its producers, offering a complex yet approachable profile that pairs beautifully with robust dishes or can be savoured on its own. Indulge in the distinguished legacy of St Amant Mohr Fry with this exceptional 2022 offering. |
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California | 1 | - |
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€1,088.14 |
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California | 1 | - |
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€1,306.54 |
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California | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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€1,407.59 |
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Vinous (97)Graphite, lavender, mint, licorice and plums literally jump out of the glass in the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. Vibrant and powerful in the glass, the 2013 is endowed with striking nuance for a wine of its size. The wine's explosive energy is compelling, but it will be a number of years before the 2013 is ready to drink. It is pretty magical at this early stage just the same. |
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California | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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€1,546.15 |
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James Suckling (96)Deep yet floral nose with pure cassis, blackberry and blueberry concentrate, as well as hints of sandalwood and pine. Quite ample on the palate, laden with velvety tannins in a mealy form. Rich and primary, yet juicy and supple. Densely packed. Approach from 2025. |
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California | 20 | 96 (JD) |
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€682.66 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96)The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. is upfront and perfumed yet still plays in the more inward, structured style of the vintage. Red and black currants, spicy oak, graphite, and smoked tobacco are just some of its nuances, and this remarkable effort is full-bodied on the palate, with ripe, velvety tannins, a great mid-palate, and fabulous length on the finish. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€937.58 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 reveals more oak on the nose, but is a much deeper, richer, fuller wine than the S.L.V. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, beautiful blackberry and cassis fruit, cedar wood, toast and earth jump from the glass. Full-bodied and layered, but with nothing out of balance, this is probably the strongest Cask 23 since the glory years of the mid-80s. Look for this wine to drink well young, yet age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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€1,413.59 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 reveals more oak on the nose, but is a much deeper, richer, fuller wine than the S.L.V. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, beautiful blackberry and cassis fruit, cedar wood, toast and earth jump from the glass. Full-bodied and layered, but with nothing out of balance, this is probably the strongest Cask 23 since the glory years of the mid-80s. Look for this wine to drink well young, yet age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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California | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,749.59 |
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Vinous (95+)The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 is powerful and savory in the glass, with tons of both aromatic nuance and supporting structure that give the wine gravitas as well as a very clear sense of direction. The plum, blackberry jam, grilled herb, lavender and dark spice notes are all very finely drawn in this big but polished Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. |
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California | 1 | - |
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€1,407.98 |
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California | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€3,550.54 |
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California | 6 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€989.96 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis is a very pretty wine that shows just how alluring the vintage is. Open-knit and silky, Artemis is so inviting today. Crushed flowers, hints of spice, leather, cedar and tobacco add attractive layers of nuance to this mid-weight, gracious Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. |
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California | 1 | - |
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€760.76 |
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California | 1 | - |
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€1,366.54 |
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California | 2 | 95-98 (WA) |
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€1,251.59 |
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Wine Advocate (95-98)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate may turn out to be one of the finest examples of this cuvee yet made. Already exhibiting complex notes of forest floor, spring flowers, loamy soil and abundant black currant, black raspberry, licorice and charcoal notes, this full-bodied, opulent 2012 shows no hard edges. It should turn out to be spectacular. Both of these 2012s will drink exceptionally well young and last for two decades or more. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€1,546.34 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Both 2013 Cabernet Sauvignons are in bottle, and both are absolutely magnificent wines, probably the two finest Cabernets made by the Staglins to date. The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford (14.9% alcohol) has a stunning fragrance of lead pencil shavings, spring flowers (or is it violets?), sweet blackcurrant and black raspberry fruit, and a layered, opulent, rich and full-bodied mouthfeel. Add to that striking purity, equilibrium, and serious but finely grained tannins, and this is their finest Rutherford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon made to date. It has at least 30-40 years of life ahead of it. |
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California | 2 | 96 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€1,868.69 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (96)The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is one of the most delicate wines of the year. Sweet dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco and dried herbs all take shape in the glass. The 2015 has aged gracefully. Dark fruit, lavender, mocha, grilled herbs and sweet pipe tobacco lend notable aromatic presence as this opens with air. Poor set and selection in the field lowered yields dramatically. Production is just 1,500 cases, among the lowest ever here. |
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California | 15 | 97 (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€1,588.54 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)I continue to simply love the 2016s, which come close to rivaling the 2013s, albeit with a more elegant character. Another pure class release from this great estate, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blend that includes small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all aged 20 months in mostly new French oak. Its deep purple/plum color is followed by classic Rutherford notes of blackcurrants, cedar pencil, chocolaty herbs, licorice, and hints of truffle. It's beautifully balanced, full-bodied, and seamless on the palate, and while it's less overt and sexy than the 2015, it shows the class, balance, purity, and length that makes 2016 such a special vintage. It offers pleasure today and will offer pleasure in another 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (JD) |
Inc. TAX
€1,678.54 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)I was able to taste two wines from Staglin Family, both showing brilliantly. An utterly ultra-classic Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from Staglin sports a deep ruby/plum color to go with a gorgeous bouquet of ripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruits as well as spicy oak, chocolate, smoked tobacco, and lead pencil shavings. Full-bodied, perfectly balanced, rich, and opulent, yet also pure and precise, this might be the finest vintage of this cuvée ever produced. It will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and has 40-50 years of longevity ahead of it. |
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California | 1 | 94 (WE) |
In Bond
€83.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)With 4% Sémillon, this bi-county white impresses in grapefruit, pea shoot and peach, with a hint of candied ginger on the back of the palate. Consistent acidity refreshes and adds complexity and refinement to the proceedings, with just a hint of oak. |
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California | 3 | - |
In Bond
€420.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€251.00 |
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Experience the exquisite elegance of the St Amant Mohr Fry Zinfandel Old Vine 2022, a testament to centuries-old viticultural excellence. Crafted in the heart of Sonoma County’s dry creek valley, this Zinfandel hails from meticulously maintained old vines, some exceeding fifty years. Mohr Fry Winery, renowned for its sustainable farming practices, employs traditional fermentation techniques enhanced by modern precision to preserve the wine’s authentic character. The 2022 vintage showcases a deep ruby hue, unveiling aromas of blackberries, plum, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and velvety tannins, supported by a lingering, peppery finish. This Old Vine Zinfandel embodies the passion and expertise of its producers, offering a complex yet approachable profile that pairs beautifully with robust dishes or can be savoured on its own. Indulge in the distinguished legacy of St Amant Mohr Fry with this exceptional 2022 offering. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€883.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,065.00 |
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California | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,150.00 |
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Vinous (97)Graphite, lavender, mint, licorice and plums literally jump out of the glass in the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. Vibrant and powerful in the glass, the 2013 is endowed with striking nuance for a wine of its size. The wine's explosive energy is compelling, but it will be a number of years before the 2013 is ready to drink. It is pretty magical at this early stage just the same. |
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California | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
€1,265.00 |
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James Suckling (96)Deep yet floral nose with pure cassis, blackberry and blueberry concentrate, as well as hints of sandalwood and pine. Quite ample on the palate, laden with velvety tannins in a mealy form. Rich and primary, yet juicy and supple. Densely packed. Approach from 2025. |
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California | 20 | 96 (JD) |
In Bond
€557.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96)The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. is upfront and perfumed yet still plays in the more inward, structured style of the vintage. Red and black currants, spicy oak, graphite, and smoked tobacco are just some of its nuances, and this remarkable effort is full-bodied on the palate, with ripe, velvety tannins, a great mid-palate, and fabulous length on the finish. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
€766.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 reveals more oak on the nose, but is a much deeper, richer, fuller wine than the S.L.V. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, beautiful blackberry and cassis fruit, cedar wood, toast and earth jump from the glass. Full-bodied and layered, but with nothing out of balance, this is probably the strongest Cask 23 since the glory years of the mid-80s. Look for this wine to drink well young, yet age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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California | 1 | 96 (WA) |
In Bond
€1,155.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 reveals more oak on the nose, but is a much deeper, richer, fuller wine than the S.L.V. Dense ruby/purple to the rim, beautiful blackberry and cassis fruit, cedar wood, toast and earth jump from the glass. Full-bodied and layered, but with nothing out of balance, this is probably the strongest Cask 23 since the glory years of the mid-80s. Look for this wine to drink well young, yet age effortlessly for 25 years. |
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California | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
In Bond
€1,435.00 |
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Vinous (95+)The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 is powerful and savory in the glass, with tons of both aromatic nuance and supporting structure that give the wine gravitas as well as a very clear sense of direction. The plum, blackberry jam, grilled herb, lavender and dark spice notes are all very finely drawn in this big but polished Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,155.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€2,935.00 |
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California | 6 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
€779.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis is a very pretty wine that shows just how alluring the vintage is. Open-knit and silky, Artemis is so inviting today. Crushed flowers, hints of spice, leather, cedar and tobacco add attractive layers of nuance to this mid-weight, gracious Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€588.00 |
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California | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,115.00 |
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California | 2 | 95-98 (WA) |
In Bond
€1,020.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95-98)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate may turn out to be one of the finest examples of this cuvee yet made. Already exhibiting complex notes of forest floor, spring flowers, loamy soil and abundant black currant, black raspberry, licorice and charcoal notes, this full-bodied, opulent 2012 shows no hard edges. It should turn out to be spectacular. Both of these 2012s will drink exceptionally well young and last for two decades or more. |
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California | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
In Bond
€1,265.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Both 2013 Cabernet Sauvignons are in bottle, and both are absolutely magnificent wines, probably the two finest Cabernets made by the Staglins to date. The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford (14.9% alcohol) has a stunning fragrance of lead pencil shavings, spring flowers (or is it violets?), sweet blackcurrant and black raspberry fruit, and a layered, opulent, rich and full-bodied mouthfeel. Add to that striking purity, equilibrium, and serious but finely grained tannins, and this is their finest Rutherford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon made to date. It has at least 30-40 years of life ahead of it. |
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California | 2 | 96 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€1,535.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (96)The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is one of the most delicate wines of the year. Sweet dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco and dried herbs all take shape in the glass. The 2015 has aged gracefully. Dark fruit, lavender, mocha, grilled herbs and sweet pipe tobacco lend notable aromatic presence as this opens with air. Poor set and selection in the field lowered yields dramatically. Production is just 1,500 cases, among the lowest ever here. |
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California | 15 | 97 (JD) |
In Bond
€1,300.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)I continue to simply love the 2016s, which come close to rivaling the 2013s, albeit with a more elegant character. Another pure class release from this great estate, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blend that includes small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all aged 20 months in mostly new French oak. Its deep purple/plum color is followed by classic Rutherford notes of blackcurrants, cedar pencil, chocolaty herbs, licorice, and hints of truffle. It's beautifully balanced, full-bodied, and seamless on the palate, and while it's less overt and sexy than the 2015, it shows the class, balance, purity, and length that makes 2016 such a special vintage. It offers pleasure today and will offer pleasure in another 20-25 years. |
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California | 1 | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,375.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)I was able to taste two wines from Staglin Family, both showing brilliantly. An utterly ultra-classic Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from Staglin sports a deep ruby/plum color to go with a gorgeous bouquet of ripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruits as well as spicy oak, chocolate, smoked tobacco, and lead pencil shavings. Full-bodied, perfectly balanced, rich, and opulent, yet also pure and precise, this might be the finest vintage of this cuvée ever produced. It will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and has 40-50 years of longevity ahead of it. |
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