The Best
Red Blend Wine Gifts
for 2018

2015 Scattered Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

"Scattered Peaks offers intense black and red fruit aromas bolstered by hints of mountain sage and a touch of anise. On the palate, dark brooding fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis mingle with essence of black licorice and violets as well as espresso and dark chocolate notes. Firm and silky tannins and a touch of vanilla support the long, lingering finish of this classic Napa Valley Cabernet." Rated 97 points by Decanter Magazine and 92 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2014 Franciscan "Magnificat" Proprietary Red Blend Napa Valley

"Magnificat is one of the original Meritage blends in California, a wine Franciscan has proudly produced since 1985. Named for J.S. Bach's masterpiece, it is crafted to be as seamless and harmonious as its musical namesake. Starting with over 200 small lots of red wine, Magnificat is created to showcase our finest Bordeaux blend of the vintage. Carefully assessing each lot as it ages in barrel, we create the blend with repeated trials and blind tastings. Depending on how the varieties express in a given year, the composition will be different, always shaped to provide consistency of style. The wine is founded on Cabernet Sauvignon, but true to Meritage, uses other Bordeaux varietals to give roundness, structure, and rich complexity." Rated 96 points by Tasting Panel and 91 points by James Suckling. Information provided by Wine.com.

2007 Avondale "La Luna" Red Blend

Avondale's 'La Luna' Red Blend was named after the moon - a symbol for the way the universe influences Avondale Farm's living system. The soft suppleness of 'La Luna' reflects the graceful ways that this winery is attuned to following biodynamic practices and to being mindful of the astronomical influences on soil and plant life. Comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petite Verdot, this Bordeaux-style Blend is velvety and elegant with pure scents of red and dark fruits, layered with clean cedar and tobacco notes. It has a full, fruit-driven palate with flavors of plum and mulberry that seamlessly blend with the soft, mouth-coating tannins. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

2015 Avondale "Anima" Chenin Blanc

The word 'Anima' refers to the vital life force or soul. Avondale's ethos "Terra Est Vita" - Soil is Life - follows their belief that the soil breathes life and soul into their wines. This Chenin Blanc is named 'Anima' because the lively minerals of Avondale's soils give this wine its own delicious, spirited character and extraordinary finesse. Avondale's Anima has a nose that develops intriguingly in the glass with notes of winter melon, pineapple, lime and a hint of honey that confirms the elegance and fullness of this softly wooded, supple wine. The palate is dense with fresh fruit flavors of gooseberry, quince and peach, are harmonizing together with the soulful minerality that gives this wine its name. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

2009 Avondale "Samsara" Syrah

Samsara means 'to flow on' and pass through the states of life, death, and rebirth. A wine deep in character, the Avondale Syrah was named 'Samsara' to represent this eternal cycle of life and the perpetual renewal and revitalization of the Avondale Farm's living system. The Samsara Syrah is crafted with grapes from organically grown estate vines that range from 10 to 17 years of age. On the nose, the Samsara Syrah offers notes of soft wood and white pepper, violets, vibrant red berries and orange peel. Full-bodied and well balanced, this Syrah has an exceptional fruit-driven palate with flavors of plum, cherry, cloves, cinnamon and pepper that are carried through the finish with firm tannins. Information provided by Gold Medal Wine Club.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2014 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

"Winemaker Notes: The 2014 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a garnet color with a ruby red rim and bluish tint. It has an alluring nose of chocolate-covered strawberries, vanilla, nutmeg, truffle and sage. On the palate, it has a broad yet delicate entry and offers cranberry flavors. These flavors are complemented by raspberry and pluot with savory black olive characters on the mid-palate. The wine finishes with silky tannins, cedar and bramble flavors withexcellent length and return. This wine is drinkable upon release, but given proper cellaring conditions can be enjoyed through 2038. Blend: 97.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.3% Merlot, 0.5% Petit Verdot, 0.3% Malbec, 0.2% Cabernet Franc" Rated 93 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Château Suau Côtes du Bordeaux Rouge

"This smoky wine already shows a fine balance between oak, spice and bright red fruit. It's structured to age but is also attractive now; its juicy berry flavors show easily through the tannins. Drink from 2019." Rated 91 points by Wine Enthusiast. Information provided by WineEnthusiast.com.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2014 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

"Winemaker Notes: The 2014 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a garnet color with a ruby red rim and bluish tint. It has an alluring nose of chocolate-covered strawberries, vanilla, nutmeg, truffle and sage. On the palate, it has a broad yet delicate entry and offers cranberry flavors. These flavors are complemented by raspberry and pluot with savory black olive characters on the mid-palate. The wine finishes with silky tannins, cedar and bramble flavors withexcellent length and return. This wine is drinkable upon release, but given proper cellaring conditions can be enjoyed through 2038. Blend: 97.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.3% Merlot, 0.5% Petit Verdot, 0.3% Malbec, 0.2% Cabernet Franc" Rated 93 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Château Suau Côtes du Bordeaux Rouge

"This smoky wine already shows a fine balance between oak, spice and bright red fruit. It's structured to age but is also attractive now; its juicy berry flavors show easily through the tannins. Drink from 2019." Rated 91 points by Wine Enthusiast. Information provided by WineEnthusiast.com.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Shafer "Relentless" Napa Valley Syrah

“The first pour offers an endlessly rich density of meaty, smoky, black fruit aromas while the wine saturates the mouth with deep flavors of black licorice, bramble fruit, black pepper, allspice, bacon, and char. All of this opulence is energized with underlying acidity and bound together with structured, ripe tannins built for very long term ageability.” — Shafer winemaker Elias Fernandez

2014 Shafer “Hillside Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

“The 2014 vintage opens with an aromatic wave of deep, intense fruit and spices such as black plum, blackberry pie filling, cassis, and anise, along with nutmeg, dark toast, and dried rose petals. The energy in the nose is just as dramatic in the mouth with open, beautiful ripeness, mocha, briar fruit, pomegranate, baking spice, and ripe tannins that collectors will recognize as offering the promise of sensational things to come in the cellar.” — Elias Fernandez, winemaker

2015 Scattered Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

"Scattered Peaks offers intense black and red fruit aromas bolstered by hints of mountain sage and a touch of anise. On the palate, dark brooding fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis mingle with essence of black licorice and violets as well as espresso and dark chocolate notes. Firm and silky tannins and a touch of vanilla support the long, lingering finish of this classic Napa Valley Cabernet." Rated 97 points by Decanter Magazine and 92 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2014 Franciscan "Magnificat" Proprietary Red Blend Napa Valley

"Magnificat is one of the original Meritage blends in California, a wine Franciscan has proudly produced since 1985. Named for J.S. Bach's masterpiece, it is crafted to be as seamless and harmonious as its musical namesake. Starting with over 200 small lots of red wine, Magnificat is created to showcase our finest Bordeaux blend of the vintage. Carefully assessing each lot as it ages in barrel, we create the blend with repeated trials and blind tastings. Depending on how the varieties express in a given year, the composition will be different, always shaped to provide consistency of style. The wine is founded on Cabernet Sauvignon, but true to Meritage, uses other Bordeaux varietals to give roundness, structure, and rich complexity." Rated 96 points by Tasting Panel and 91 points by James Suckling. Information provided by Wine.com.

Briarwood Winery Select Zinfandel

"Inviting and alluring, this old vine Zinfandel tempts with aromas of baking spices, berry bramble and toasted oak. It's a truly classic California Zinfandel, best enjoyed with grilled steaks, barbecue pork, corn on the cob and roasted vegetables." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Pierce Canyon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"This 2016 Cabernet has deep and balanced acidity with aromas of dried cherries, cedar cigar box and a hint of black plum. On the palate, flavors of blackberry jam and toasted walnuts balanced out the vanilla notes acquired from the French oak aging." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2014 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

"Winemaker Notes: The 2014 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a garnet color with a ruby red rim and bluish tint. It has an alluring nose of chocolate-covered strawberries, vanilla, nutmeg, truffle and sage. On the palate, it has a broad yet delicate entry and offers cranberry flavors. These flavors are complemented by raspberry and pluot with savory black olive characters on the mid-palate. The wine finishes with silky tannins, cedar and bramble flavors withexcellent length and return. This wine is drinkable upon release, but given proper cellaring conditions can be enjoyed through 2038. Blend: 97.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.3% Merlot, 0.5% Petit Verdot, 0.3% Malbec, 0.2% Cabernet Franc" Rated 93 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Château Suau Côtes du Bordeaux Rouge

"This smoky wine already shows a fine balance between oak, spice and bright red fruit. It's structured to age but is also attractive now; its juicy berry flavors show easily through the tannins. Drink from 2019." Rated 91 points by Wine Enthusiast. Information provided by WineEnthusiast.com.

2016 Abelroth Brocade Napa Valley Meritage Reserve

"In a collaboration with Swanson Vineyards' winemaker Robin Akhurst, Abelroth's Brocade, a Bordeaux-style red blend, showcases the best of Napa Valley viniculture. Aromas of leather, black fruits and tobacco leaves are pursued by vanilla, cherry, fresh coffee and allspice notes from the first sip to the last." Information provided by GiftTree.

2016 Belmont Cliffs Portico Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

"The 40-acre Tenma Vineyard is located in the foothills of Mt. St. Helena, Napa Valley, where our reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in partnership with renowned winemaker Robin Akhurst of Clos Pegase. Bold and unctuous, this Cabernet boasts opulent flavors of jammy black fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla." Information provided by GiftTree.

Martin Craig Luminist Russian River Chardonnay

"With a brightness that can only be claimed by Sonoma County's sun-soaked Russian River Valley, our Luminist Chardonnay is masterfully made in collaboration with winemaker Glenn Hugo. Radiant aromas of orange blossom and lemon zest are balanced with stone fruit notes and a smooth, light oak finish." Information provided by GiftTree.

2014 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

"Winemaker Notes: The 2014 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a garnet color with a ruby red rim and bluish tint. It has an alluring nose of chocolate-covered strawberries, vanilla, nutmeg, truffle and sage. On the palate, it has a broad yet delicate entry and offers cranberry flavors. These flavors are complemented by raspberry and pluot with savory black olive characters on the mid-palate. The wine finishes with silky tannins, cedar and bramble flavors withexcellent length and return. This wine is drinkable upon release, but given proper cellaring conditions can be enjoyed through 2038. Blend: 97.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.3% Merlot, 0.5% Petit Verdot, 0.3% Malbec, 0.2% Cabernet Franc" Rated 93 points by Wilfred Wong of Wine.com. Information provided by Wine.com.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Château Suau Côtes du Bordeaux Rouge

"This smoky wine already shows a fine balance between oak, spice and bright red fruit. It's structured to age but is also attractive now; its juicy berry flavors show easily through the tannins. Drink from 2019." Rated 91 points by Wine Enthusiast. Information provided by WineEnthusiast.com.

2016 Shafer “TD9” Proprietary Red Napa Valley

"Winemaker Notes: This second vintage of TD-9 offer bright, energetic aromas and flavors of red plum, raspberry, strawberry, spice box, exotic fruit, and red licorice. The momentum of all this enticing fruit, alongwith ripe tannins, is carried through to a long, tantalizing, feast of a finish. Blend: 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec." Rated 94 points by Vinous and 94 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Information provided by Wine.com.

2015 Shafer "Relentless" Napa Valley Syrah

“The first pour offers an endlessly rich density of meaty, smoky, black fruit aromas while the wine saturates the mouth with deep flavors of black licorice, bramble fruit, black pepper, allspice, bacon, and char. All of this opulence is energized with underlying acidity and bound together with structured, ripe tannins built for very long term ageability.” — Shafer winemaker Elias Fernandez

2014 Shafer “Hillside Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

“The 2014 vintage opens with an aromatic wave of deep, intense fruit and spices such as black plum, blackberry pie filling, cassis, and anise, along with nutmeg, dark toast, and dried rose petals. The energy in the nose is just as dramatic in the mouth with open, beautiful ripeness, mocha, briar fruit, pomegranate, baking spice, and ripe tannins that collectors will recognize as offering the promise of sensational things to come in the cellar.” — Elias Fernandez, winemaker

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.

2016 Dime Red Blend

"Dime is a perfect ten. A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot from two of the most prime spots in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine is a wonderful portrayal of where it comes from and how it was made. Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness for fruit flavor and texture, and the juice was fermented in stainless steel before 14 months aging in 40% new french oak. The result is soft tannins and a lush, velvety texture." Information provided by Winc.