The Best
Wine Gifts that Ship to California
in 2020

Two Bottles of Pinot Noir & Chocolate Truffles

$115.99 $137.99 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Two small-production California Pinot Noirs paired with award-winning chocolate truffles

Gold Medal Wine Club sources and sells small-production wines from small, California wineries. After 20+ years in the business, their relationships with wineries, new and old, are far-reaching. This helps them acquire interesting wines at prices far below winery retail. In this case, they've paired the wine with a gift box of handmade chocolate truffles.

About the Wine

Solomon Hills 2014 Pinot Noir
Crafted from the esteemed Solomon Hills vineyard, the western-most site in the Santa Maria Valley, this 2014 Pinot Noir packs great energy and tremendous depth of flavors. On the nose, vibrant aromatics of fennel, cinnamon and blue fruits dominate, while hints of toasted oak, rhubarb, cranberry and roasted plum come through as the wine opens up. These notes carry though on the palate, with the addition of spicy fruit flavors and nuances of bay leaf, dried sage and roasted meat. Well-integrated acidity balances out these masculine flavors that linger on the long finish.

Keller Estate 2016 Pinot Noir
Sourced from the La Cruz Vineyard, the 2016 Pinot Noir benefited from a season of normal annual rainfall, finally giving way to an awakening of vigor and growth. With a mild August, every block on the Estate received 10-20 extra days of phenolic ripening compared to the previous four years. "Our winemaking practices strive to gently guide our wines through our gravity feed cellar with minimal intervention." The wine was racked once at bottling after 10 months in barrel. Dark cherry and dried cranberry give way to a dense, mouth-watering minerality and fruit driven mid-palate with a long-lasting finish of elegant tannins.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of Artisanal Rosé Wine from California

$129.00 $146.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production California Rosé curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of tiny-production craft wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of boutique California wine. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Two Bottles California Wine — High-end Mostly Red Wine

$134.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Two bottles of high-end small-production wine from small family wineries in California

The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for serious California wine lovers. These aren't famous cult wines, but they represent the "reserve" level wines found at some of California's best small family wineries. Get more details about this wine club in our Signature Series review. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

Delivers To

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Two Bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon & Chocolate Truffles

$139.99 $167.99 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Two small-production Napa Valley Cabs paired with award-winning chocolate truffles

Gold Medal Wine Club sources and sells small-production wines from small, California wineries. After 20+ years in the business, their relationships with wineries, new and old, are far-reaching. This helps them acquire interesting wines at prices far below winery retail. In this case, they've paired the wine with a gift box of handmade chocolate truffles.

About the Wine

Lobo 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Atlas Peak
The Lobo 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon was made from 100% estate grown fruit in the Atlas Peak appellation of Napa Valley. Planted on a classic rocky, volcanic hillside at 1,350 feet elevation, this vineyard produces grapes with rich and concentrated flavors. On the nose, this Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of cassis, dark chocolate and hints of vanilla. The palate is polished and balanced with fine, satiny tannins and flavors of ripe plum, black currant, blackberry, and a touch of minerality. Earthy undertones with hints of forest floor and black tea add to the elegance of this beautiful wine. Nuances of mocha come through on the long finish. Blended with a touch of Merlot and Petite Verdot from the same estate vineyard for balance and complexity. Enjoy!

Watkins 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon
Watkins' 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the rockiest block of Bugay Vineyard, high upon the Mayacamas Mountains, above the valley fog and frost. Deep purple in color, this Cabernet Sauvignon has piercing aromas of blackberry compote and cherry skins, while the palate is full-bodied and finely balanced with ripe fruit flavors, fresh acidity, and elegantly laced cedary oak nuances. The finish is brilliantly textured and lingers long after each sip.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Two Bottles of Napa Red Wine in a Classy Travel Case

$149.95 plus shipping

Why This Gift

For those who bring their wine to nice restaurants, this case a is a great gift — plus wine!

A long time ago, a friend gave me an elegant leather case for carrying my wine with me to restaurant and friends' houses. We wore that thing out! But every restaurant we brought it to, someone noted they were jealous of the nice-looking case. For that reason alone, we love this wine gift. There's even room for an ice pack to keep those babies chilled en route.

About the Wine

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.

Delivers To

GiftTree.com delivers wine gifts to

AK, AZ, CA, CT, DC, HI, ID, IL, MI, MN, MO, NH, OH, OR, SC, VA, WA, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Wine & Napa Valley Day Spa Gift Basket

$158.64 $228.99 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Wine, chocolate, and spa goodies in a gorgeous box with a personalized greeting card

Whether you're attracted to the Champagne, the Alma Fría Pinot Noir, the Jessica Foster handmade chocolate truffles, or the Napa Soap Company spa products, you're looking at one fine gift basket for anyone who needs to check into the day spa in the master bathroom — alone or with their special someone.

About the Wine

Bodega de Edgar 2013 Grenache - Syrah blend E-Squared
The 2013 E-squared release is a combination of two varietals, Grenache and Syrah. Winemaker Edgar Torres feels this wine literally explodes with bright red flowers, red fruit notes and different fall spices. There are aromas of fresh ripe strawberries, pomegranate and hibiscus brewed tea along with the hint of new leather. The syrah brings hints of white pepper, blueberry and chocolate covered almonds. While the 2013 E-squared from Bodega de Edgar is drinkable now, the wine will age well in bottle if you choose to lay it down.

Alma Fria 2013 Pinot Noir DoNa Margarita Vineyard
Nestled between the two Sonoma Coast towns of Freestone and Occidental, the DoNa Margarita Vineyard is a stunning property that sits just above the fog line and is surrounded by dense wild forests of redwoods and pine trees. While certainly beautiful, the site is also an exceptional setting for growing cool climate loving Pinot Noir. The 2013 Alma Fria Pinot Noir offers aromas of rose petals, violets and mint, and a palate of fruit purity with notes of raspberry, cherry, violet, and subtle pepperiness.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottle Collection of Artisanal Red & White Wine from California

$162.00 $199.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production red and white wines curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of tiny-production craft wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of boutique California wine. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Per Caso 2012 Red Blend Iberian
Per Caso's most unique blend, the Iberian, is produced exclusively from traditional Portuguese varieties and pays homage to the fine wines made in Portugal's Douro wine region. The 2012 Iberian Blend combines 63% Touriga Nacional, 29% Tinta Cao, and 8% Souzao from the esteemed Adelaida District in Paso Robles. Full-bodied and quite supple, this wine has aromas of bergamot oil, herbs, mint and cocoa that complement the robust palate of dark berries and plum flavors. It's velvety mouthfeel and soft tannins linger on the complex finish. Aged 36 months in oak, plus 12 months in bottle. Enjoy!

Paul Mathew 2018 Gewurztraminer Harvest Moon Vineyard
Paul Mathew's 2018 Gewurtztraminer comes from the Harvest Moon Vineyard, planted in 1976 and one of the oldest vineyards in the Russian River Valley. Brilliant straw-yellow in color, this Gewurtztraminer offers lots of flowers on the nose with hints of spice, lychee, ginger and fresh thyme. On the palate, passion fruit, lychee, grapefruit and freshly cut thyme flavors dominate this bright and refreshing wine that finishes dry and long.

J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay
The cool-climate Santa Maria Valley is known for growing top-notch Chardonnay with plenty of complexity and elegance. J. Wilkes' 2018 Chardonnay opens with aromas of lime blossom, green apple, browned butter, ripe pear and hints of clean ocean air. On the palate, concentrated fruit is balanced by fresh minerality that leads into a lively and bright finish. 2018 was one of the longest, coolest growing seasons in Santa Maria Valley in almost a decade, which allowed this wine to be both restrained and incredibly flavorful. Try pairing the J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay with shrimp tempura.

Cavaletti 2016 Grenache The 109 Mile
The Cavaletti 2016 'The 109 Mile' Grenache comes from the Swayze Vineyard, a warm climate, high desert site, located at 3,000 feet elevation in the northern edge of Los Angeles County - and exactly 109 miles from the winery. Adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest and nestled in the shadow of the Sierra Pelona Mountains, this under the-radar vineyard produces some spectacular Grenache. Light garnet in color, this wine offers a complex nose and full-bodied palate with layers of raspberry and cherry, followed by hints of baking spices and an intriguingly long finish.

Ryan Cochran 2015 Pinot Noir
The Ryan Cochrane 2015 Pinot Noir comes from the Solomon Hills Vineyard, the western-most vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley appellation. Garnet in color, this Pinot has lovely aromas of strawberry, red cherry, bark, anise and oak spice, along with prevalent bay leaf, green peppercorn and pine resin. Those elements converge on the sip to make a cranberry, spicy herb and eucalyptus nut tea, which is tangy and complex. Elegant, with lacy tannins, this wine persists with staying power on the cherry-fueled finish.

Solis Winery 2018 Fiano
Indigenous to Southern Italy, this exquisite white varietal offers a crisp and refreshing nose with fresh lemon and lychee for starters. The palate is then delighted with a pineapple and grapefruit mixture that additionally offers a bright minerality. Also present are hints of lemongrass and a touch of white pepper that add to the wine's complexity. A surprisingly long finish awaits the drinker. This estate grown 2018 Fiano can be enjoyed on its own or paired with seafood sides (crab cakes come to mind), Thai-inspired dishes, or dishes that can carry a Champagne vinaigrette dressing.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of California Chardonnay

$180.00 $230.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production Chardonnays curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of Chardonnay, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific Chardonnays will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of Chardonnay.

About the Wine

J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay
The cool-climate Santa Maria Valley is known for growing top-notch Chardonnay with plenty of complexity and elegance. J. Wilkes' 2018 Chardonnay opens with aromas of lime blossom, green apple, browned butter, ripe pear and hints of clean ocean air. On the palate, concentrated fruit is balanced by fresh minerality that leads into a lively and bright finish. 2018 was one of the longest, coolest growing seasons in Santa Maria Valley in almost a decade, which allowed this wine to be both restrained and incredibly flavorful. Try pairing the J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay with shrimp tempura.

DuMOL 2016 Chardonnay Wester Reach
Quintessentially DuMOL in style and inherent quality, the fruit for this 2016 Chardonnay came from vines that are between 34-44 years old growing on classic vineyard estates. Each site bringing a unique flavor profile to this complex Chardonnay from orange zest, white flower, and sweet sage to hay aromas that give way to softer peach and apricot. The palate is full of ripe stone fruits, with delicate undertones of oatmeal and almond. Balanced with vibrant freshness, the finish is long, cleansing, and refined. Cheers!

J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay
The cool-climate Santa Maria Valley is known for growing top-notch Chardonnay with plenty of complexity and elegance. J. Wilkes' 2018 Chardonnay opens with aromas of lime blossom, green apple, browned butter, ripe pear and hints of clean ocean air. On the palate, concentrated fruit is balanced by fresh minerality that leads into a lively and bright finish. 2018 was one of the longest, coolest growing seasons in Santa Maria Valley in almost a decade, which allowed this wine to be both restrained and incredibly flavorful. Try pairing the J. Wilkes 2018 Chardonnay with shrimp tempura.

Rutz 2018 Chardonnay
With five generations of French viniculture heritage, Keith Rutz strives to create a Russian River Valley Chardonnay that has a great backbone of natural acidity and structure, a crisp, cool limestone minerality character, finesse, and balance. Pale gold in color, the 2018 Proprietors Reserve Chardonnay leads with minerality and savory herb notes. The nose offers a hint of stone fruit like golden apple and pear skin, followed by a range of Provence herbs. The oak is almost unnoticeable, until a hint of toasted sesame seed arises on the finish. This Chardonnay clearly speaks to the terroir of the Russian River Valley, with flint and sandy limestone across the subdued yet wildly drinkable palate.

DuMOL 2016 Chardonnay Wester Reach
Quintessentially DuMOL in style and inherent quality, the fruit for this 2016 Chardonnay came from vines that are between 34-44 years old growing on classic vineyard estates. Each site bringing a unique flavor profile to this complex Chardonnay from orange zest, white flower, and sweet sage to hay aromas that give way to softer peach and apricot. The palate is full of ripe stone fruits, with delicate undertones of oatmeal and almond. Balanced with vibrant freshness, the finish is long, cleansing, and refined. Cheers!

Rutz 2018 Chardonnay
With five generations of French viniculture heritage, Keith Rutz strives to create a Russian River Valley Chardonnay that has a great backbone of natural acidity and structure, a crisp, cool limestone minerality character, finesse, and balance. Pale gold in color, the 2018 Proprietors Reserve Chardonnay leads with minerality and savory herb notes. The nose offers a hint of stone fruit like golden apple and pear skin, followed by a range of Provence herbs. The oak is almost unnoticeable, until a hint of toasted sesame seed arises on the finish. This Chardonnay clearly speaks to the terroir of the Russian River Valley, with flint and sandy limestone across the subdued yet wildly drinkable palate.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Electronic Gift Certificate for The California Wine Club

$180.00 includes shipping

Why This Gift

Boutique California Wines — But They Get to Pick Which Ones!

Perfect for last-minute gifts! Can be used on any wine membership or any wine from the wine store.

Delivers To

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Two Bottles of Luxury California Wine

$188.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A single shipment of luxury California wine from the Diamond Series Wine Club

The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These luxury California wines rated 93 points or higher from small family wineries represent everything fantastic in the Golden State wine industry. Get more details about this wine club gift in our Diamond Series review.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Garagiste / 3-Month Wine Club Gift

$207.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Tiny-production California wine of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These high-end wines are made by the tiniest wineries in California, by American Garagistes. Too small for distribution, you'll never find these hidden gems in a wine store outside of wine country. Two- or four-bottle gifts delivered every other month or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Garagiste Series review.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Pinot Noir / 3-Month Wine Club Gift

$228.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Tiny-production California pinot noir of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These high-end pinot noirs are made in small lots by small wineries in California. These hidden gems are rarely seen outside of wine country. Choose from two- or four-bottle gifts delivered monthly, every other month, or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Pinot Noir Series review.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of Artisanal Wine from California

$270.00 $305.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of ultra small-production California wine curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of tiny-production craft wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of boutique California wine. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Byron Blatty 2016 GSM Tremor
Redefining, the GSM, the Byron Blatty 2016 'Tremor' is a blend of 65% Grenache, 30% Merlot, and 5% Syrah. The vineyards from which each of the varietals are grown run parallel to the infamous San Andreas Fault, which has played a central role in defining the region's geological profile. Each site injects its own personality into this true LA cuvee. Aromas of fresh red plums, strawberries and quince jump from the glass, with soft undertones of violets, rose petals and honeysuckle. On the palate, flavors of strawberry reduction, Bing cherries, and fresh figs are rounded out with soft French oak notes and touches of baking spice and leather. Silky, ripe tannins carry through on the lingering finish.

Bodega de Edgar 2013 Grenache - Syrah blend E-Squared
The 2013 E-squared release is a combination of two varietals, Grenache and Syrah. Winemaker Edgar Torres feels this wine literally explodes with bright red flowers, red fruit notes and different fall spices. There are aromas of fresh ripe strawberries, pomegranate and hibiscus brewed tea along with the hint of new leather. The syrah brings hints of white pepper, blueberry and chocolate covered almonds. While the 2013 E-squared from Bodega de Edgar is drinkable now, the wine will age well in bottle if you choose to lay it down.

No Limit 2011 Syrah The Nuts
Grapes are harvested according to the Biodynamic lunar calendar and are stomped by foot (pigeage). Like many French-style Syrahs, the nose is quite complex with prevalent with blueberry and blackberry aromas prevalent. The profile is of dense berry fruit and forest brambles with a dark tarriness that is cut through by fresh zestiness of freshly picked raspberries. There are also hints of black olives, cedar and Asian spices. Since Syrah reflects minerals, there is a fine minerality also present leading to a long, smooth finish that will delight the post-palate.

Paul Mathew 2018 Gewurztraminer Harvest Moon Vineyard
Paul Mathew's 2018 Gewurtztraminer comes from the Harvest Moon Vineyard, planted in 1976 and one of the oldest vineyards in the Russian River Valley. Brilliant straw-yellow in color, this Gewurtztraminer offers lots of flowers on the nose with hints of spice, lychee, ginger and fresh thyme. On the palate, passion fruit, lychee, grapefruit and freshly cut thyme flavors dominate this bright and refreshing wine that finishes dry and long.

Alma Fria 2013 Pinot Noir DoNa Margarita Vineyard
Nestled between the two Sonoma Coast towns of Freestone and Occidental, the DoNa Margarita Vineyard is a stunning property that sits just above the fog line and is surrounded by dense wild forests of redwoods and pine trees. While certainly beautiful, the site is also an exceptional setting for growing cool climate loving Pinot Noir. The 2013 Alma Fria Pinot Noir offers aromas of rose petals, violets and mint, and a palate of fruit purity with notes of raspberry, cherry, violet, and subtle pepperiness.

Comartin 2014 Grenache
The Comartin 2014 Grenache comes from the Tierra Alta Vineyard, meaning 'The High Land." Tierra Alta is perched on top of Ballard Canyon in the Santa Ynez Valley, receiving great sun exposure and a high elevation of 1,200 feet, which allows for cool nights. This combination of warm days and cool nights promotes balanced ripening of the berries and clusters. Comartin's 2014 Grenache offers aromas of dried red cherry, turned earth, concentrated rose, and intriguing hints of carnations. The well-woven flavors include tart cherry and baking spices of vanilla and nutmeg, all seamlessly lingering on the long finish.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Platinum / 3-Month Wine Club Gift

$288.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Premium California wine of the month club gift shipped monthly, every other month, or quarterly

The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These premium California wines rated 90 points or higher from small family wineries represent everything good in the Golden State wine industry. Choose from two- or four-bottle gifts delivered monthly, every other month, or quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Platinum Series review.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Wine By the Glass Tasting Subscription

$288.00 includes shipping

Why This Gift

VineBox has revolutionized in-home wine tasting with their 3.3oz wine glasses and it's a favorite among wine enthusiasts

VineBox is a different kind of wine subscription service, perfect if you like exploring new wine, like tasting expensive wine, or tend to drink a glass at a time — calorie counters and weeknight drinkers, we got you. Each quarter you receive nine glasses (3.3 ounces) filled with perfectly-preserved premium wine.

We love the VineBox experience. The quality of the wine is exceptional, and all of the wine is selected by sommelier Tyler Kennedy. The packaging is a compact box containing glass tubes of wine. Except for the fact that you pour it yourself, it’s like visiting a wine tasting room with a selective inventory of mostly European wines.

To learn more about this gift, please read our full VineBox review.

Delivers To

VineBox delivers wine gifts to

AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of 90+ Red Wine from California

$295.00 $340.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production, ultra-premium California Red Wine from Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of highly-rated red wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of California red wine winners. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Smith Devereux 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Edition
Smith Devereux's 2016 'Limited Release' Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a sustainably-farmed site in Napa Valley's famed St. Helena AVA. Rich and smooth with notes of dark chocolate, cedar, boysenberry pie, vanilla and smoke, this wine is as complex and structured as it is nuanced and silky. A light touch of new French oak accentuates the flavors and brings beautiful balance to the wine. Enjoy!

Byron Blatty 2016 Red Blend Agenda
The Byron Blatty 2016 'Agenda' is a blend of 85% Syrah (from LA County's Alonso Family Vineyards) and 15% Tannat (from Bella Collina Vineyard in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles). On the nose, aromas of ripe red currants, fresh plums, sweet tobacco, earth, leather and boxwood mingle together. The palate is elegant and complex with brilliant acidity, ripe tannins, and nuanced flavors of fresh red berries, crushed gravel, and cocoa that carry through to the oak-accented, spiced finish. This wine is a true reflection of Byron Blatty's ongoing Agenda - making world class wines from LA County that showcase the diversity of the region's terroir.

V Madrone 2015 Red Blend Le Prechaun
The 2015 'Le Prechaun' is a blend of 40% Zinfandel from the Old Vines on Collins Vineyard and 60% Petite Sirah from the Old Vines on Beard Vineyard. This wine is generous, dense, and rich on the palate with a prevalent but not overbearing tannin structure. Aromas of crushed black currants, ripe blackberries, plums, and dried Mediterranean herbs complement the muscular dark fruit flavors that linger on the finish.

Thacher Winery 2016 Zinfandel Normal Deviation
The Thacher 2016 'Normal Deviation' is a blend of 77% Zinfandel and 23% Petite Sirah from the family's home vineyard, Kentucky Ranch, on Paso Robles' famed Westside. On the nose, one can immediately sense the sea salt, blueberries, and dark chocolate notes. The Petite Sirah lends a unique hoisin tang. The palate is more red-fruited, with distinctive flavors of fresh strawberries covered in balsamic, sea salt and crushed peppercorn. The tannins are beautifully polished and rounded, that while friendly, also show incredible weight. Enjoy!

Solomon Hills 2014 Pinot Noir
Crafted from the esteemed Solomon Hills vineyard, the western-most site in the Santa Maria Valley, this 2014 Pinot Noir packs great energy and tremendous depth of flavors. On the nose, vibrant aromatics of fennel, cinnamon and blue fruits dominate, while hints of toasted oak, rhubarb, cranberry and roasted plum come through as the wine opens up. These notes carry though on the palate, with the addition of spicy fruit flavors and nuances of bay leaf, dried sage and roasted meat. Well-integrated acidity balances out these masculine flavors that linger on the long finish.

Weatherborne 2012 Pinot Noir
Produced from the John Sebastiano Vineyard and Melville Vineyards, the Weatherborne 2012 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir is an earthy, savory wine beautifully and accurately representing the terroir of this renowned Central Coast appellation. Winemaker and founder Cris Carter only makes one wine each year - the best wine he can make, using the most minimalist winemaking methods and sourcing grapes from among the region's finest vineyards. His 2012 bottling is especially significant, as it not only represents his first Weatherborne vintage, but it also earned some hefty press from top reviewers. This 2012 Pinot Noir opens with aromas of raspberries, red currants, rhubarb, graphite and spice. The palate is bright and lively with notes of sweet fruit, dried fig, savory herbs, and anise leading into a soft and elegant finish.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of Artisanal Pinot Noir from California

$296.00 $353.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production California Pinot Noir curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of craft California Pinot Noir, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of Pinot Noir. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Weatherborne 2012 Pinot Noir
Produced from the John Sebastiano Vineyard and Melville Vineyards, the Weatherborne 2012 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir is an earthy, savory wine beautifully and accurately representing the terroir of this renowned Central Coast appellation. Winemaker and founder Cris Carter only makes one wine each year - the best wine he can make, using the most minimalist winemaking methods and sourcing grapes from among the region's finest vineyards. His 2012 bottling is especially significant, as it not only represents his first Weatherborne vintage, but it also earned some hefty press from top reviewers. This 2012 Pinot Noir opens with aromas of raspberries, red currants, rhubarb, graphite and spice. The palate is bright and lively with notes of sweet fruit, dried fig, savory herbs, and anise leading into a soft and elegant finish.

Croix 2016 Pinot Noir Narrow Gauge
The Croix Estate 2016 "Narrow Gauge" Pinot Noir is a blend of select vineyards located throughout Sonoma's Russian River Valley. With access to several sites within the appellation, Kirk Venge felt compelled to create a wine that expresses the regional position in its entirety. This is a fuller, broader, and savory style of Pinot Noir with a complex nose of sweet tobacco, rose water, black cherries and allspice. The palate is exotic and expansive, yet focused, with tongue-curling acidity, a full body and a savory glide that finishes with substantial length. Croix's "Narrow Gauge" Pinot Noir was named to celebrate the historical significance of the narrow gauge railroad movement in the late 1870's - this revolution allowed rapid expansion of agricultural and industrial development, and it propelled Sonoma County to become the agricultural and winemaking powerhouse it is today.

Keller Estate 2016 Pinot Noir
Sourced from the La Cruz Vineyard, the 2016 Pinot Noir benefited from a season of normal annual rainfall, finally giving way to an awakening of vigor and growth. With a mild August, every block on the Estate received 10-20 extra days of phenolic ripening compared to the previous four years. "Our winemaking practices strive to gently guide our wines through our gravity feed cellar with minimal intervention." The wine was racked once at bottling after 10 months in barrel. Dark cherry and dried cranberry give way to a dense, mouth-watering minerality and fruit driven mid-palate with a long-lasting finish of elegant tannins.

Domaine Debray 2013 Pinot Noir Gevrey-Chamberin
This 2013 Pinot Noir from Domaine Debray comes from Gevrey-Chamberin, one of the wine villages of the Cote de Nuits in the Burgundy region of eastern France. The fruit for this wine was handpicked and carefully sorted to ensure only the best fruit made it into the final blend. Classic in style, this Pinot Noir has a fruity bouquet and a round, powerful palate that will go particularly well with strong cheeses and roasted meats.

Solomon Hills 2014 Pinot Noir
Crafted from the esteemed Solomon Hills vineyard, the western-most site in the Santa Maria Valley, this 2014 Pinot Noir packs great energy and tremendous depth of flavors. On the nose, vibrant aromatics of fennel, cinnamon and blue fruits dominate, while hints of toasted oak, rhubarb, cranberry and roasted plum come through as the wine opens up. These notes carry though on the palate, with the addition of spicy fruit flavors and nuances of bay leaf, dried sage and roasted meat. Well-integrated acidity balances out these masculine flavors that linger on the long finish.

Alma Fria 2013 Pinot Noir DoNa Margarita Vineyard
Nestled between the two Sonoma Coast towns of Freestone and Occidental, the DoNa Margarita Vineyard is a stunning property that sits just above the fog line and is surrounded by dense wild forests of redwoods and pine trees. While certainly beautiful, the site is also an exceptional setting for growing cool climate loving Pinot Noir. The 2013 Alma Fria Pinot Noir offers aromas of rose petals, violets and mint, and a palate of fruit purity with notes of raspberry, cherry, violet, and subtle pepperiness.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of Artisanal Wine from Sonoma County

$296.00 $359.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production Sonoma County wine curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of tiny-production craft wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of boutique California wine. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Hamel 2016 Red Blend Isthmus
Sweet dark cherry, plum and kirsch nuances cover a nose of soy, vanilla and spice. Palate-wise, sweet mulled dark red fruits and blackberry preserves are framed by concentrated, almost-sweet tannins and integrated oak flavors. Finish is smooth and belies the fact that this wine will last for the next decade.

Keller Estate 2016 Pinot Noir
Sourced from the La Cruz Vineyard, the 2016 Pinot Noir benefited from a season of normal annual rainfall, finally giving way to an awakening of vigor and growth. With a mild August, every block on the Estate received 10-20 extra days of phenolic ripening compared to the previous four years. "Our winemaking practices strive to gently guide our wines through our gravity feed cellar with minimal intervention." The wine was racked once at bottling after 10 months in barrel. Dark cherry and dried cranberry give way to a dense, mouth-watering minerality and fruit driven mid-palate with a long-lasting finish of elegant tannins.

DuMOL 2016 Chardonnay Wester Reach
Quintessentially DuMOL in style and inherent quality, the fruit for this 2016 Chardonnay came from vines that are between 34-44 years old growing on classic vineyard estates. Each site bringing a unique flavor profile to this complex Chardonnay from orange zest, white flower, and sweet sage to hay aromas that give way to softer peach and apricot. The palate is full of ripe stone fruits, with delicate undertones of oatmeal and almond. Balanced with vibrant freshness, the finish is long, cleansing, and refined. Cheers!

Bryter 2014 Pinot Noir Cadeau
The Bryter 2014 "Cadeau" Pinot Noir comes from the Sun Chase Vineyard on California's Sonoma Coast. Cadeau means 'gift' and perfectly suits this wine, which is truly a gift from nature. Dark ruby in color, this Pinot Noir offers powerful yet graceful aromas and flavors of lush blackberry, black cherry, black tea and spices. Its bold, ripe black cherry core is laced with complex layers of ripe juicy fruit, savory spice, and a hint of minerality. With an underlying foundation of mouth-watering acidity, the wine unfolds into a velvety finish with well integrated tannins and a seductive hint of sweet oak.

Mastro Scheidt 2015 Cabernet Franc
Produced from the acclaimed Merlo Vineyard in Sonoma County, the Mastro Scheidt 2015 Cabernet Franc is a beautiful wine of elegance and intensity, capturing the terroir from the northern extreme of the Dry Creek Valley sub region. This wine is classic New-World in style, but made with some Old-World influencing, showing deep, complex fruit notes and a distinctive intensity - but the wine is not coarse or rustic, rather it is well-balanced and refined.

Watkins 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon
Watkins' 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the rockiest block of Bugay Vineyard, high upon the Mayacamas Mountains, above the valley fog and frost. Deep purple in color, this Cabernet Sauvignon has piercing aromas of blackberry compote and cherry skins, while the palate is full-bodied and finely balanced with ripe fruit flavors, fresh acidity, and elegantly laced cedary oak nuances. The finish is brilliantly textured and lingers long after each sip.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Electronic Gift Certificate for The California Wine Club

$350.00 includes shipping

Why This Gift

Boutique California Wines — But They Get to Pick Which Ones!

Perfect for last-minute gifts! Can be used on any wine membership or any wine from the wine store.

Delivers To

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Signature / 3-Month Wine Club Gift

$387.00 $387.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

Ultra-Premium California wine of the month club gift featuring small family wineries

The California Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. We recommend this wine club gift for serious California wine lovers. These aren't famous cult wines, but they represent the "reserve" level wines found at some of California's best small family wineries. Announce your gift with the elegant Gift+ option for an additional $18.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full Signature Series review.

Delivers To

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of Artisanal Wine from Napa Valley

$448.00 $538.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production Napa Valley wine curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of tiny-production craft wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of boutique California wine. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Lobo 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Atlas Peak
The Lobo 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon was made from 100% estate grown fruit in the Atlas Peak appellation of Napa Valley. Planted on a classic rocky, volcanic hillside at 1,350 feet elevation, this vineyard produces grapes with rich and concentrated flavors. On the nose, this Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of cassis, dark chocolate and hints of vanilla. The palate is polished and balanced with fine, satiny tannins and flavors of ripe plum, black currant, blackberry, and a touch of minerality. Earthy undertones with hints of forest floor and black tea add to the elegance of this beautiful wine. Nuances of mocha come through on the long finish. Blended with a touch of Merlot and Petite Verdot from the same estate vineyard for balance and complexity. Enjoy!

Frisson 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
94 POINTS -- Wine Advocate "Deep purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder has pronounced notes of crushed plums, cassis and mulberries with hints of black soil, licorice and dark chocolate plus a waft of garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers great expression with a rock-solid frame of grainy tannins and refreshing acidity, finishing long and layered." Tasting Notes On the edge of the sky between valley and shore, this vineyard roosts in one of the most demanding wine growing appellations in Napa Valley. Cooled by San Pablo Bay, the growing season is long and the yields are small. Steep slopes present their own set of challenges. The prize at the end is fruit with intense flavors, deep colors and sturdy tannins. A best friend to a beautifully curated cheese course, and a delightful companion to braised beef, lamb and venison as well as richer fare.

Appellations 2013 Red Blend Sixteen
The 2013 Sixteen Appellations is a gorgeous red blend from some of the most notable vineyards in Napa Valley including Robert Keenan's Vineyard in Spring Mountain District, Blackbird Vineyard in Oak Knoll District, Annapurna Vineyard in Stags Leap District and Constant Vineyard in the Diamond Mountain District. As with all of the Appellations wines, this vintage represents Napa Valley as a whole, blending fruit from each of the sixteen appellations in the world renowned wine growing region. This 2013 vintage has the fruit, spice and earth notes that characterize the signature Appellations blend. It has red fruits up front, held together by a lattice of oak spices, including star anise, cardamom and clove. There is a creamy mid-palate, which might remind you of a warm chocolate tart drizzled with red fruit syrup. The finish is long with sweet, supple tannins.

Juslyn 2016 Red Blend Perry's Blend
This latest release of Perry's Blend (formerly called Proprietary Red) features an assortment of aromatics including black cherry, cedar and fragrant hints of lavender. The palate sensation is rich and lush and continues the cherry and oaky flavors with an excellent balance of forward fruit (making it a showy wine) and acid. This one is a keeper and should be good for the next fifteen years and should improve as it gets older. Hardly anyone will actually wait that long to enjoy this red beauty. Really sharp cheeses (Cheshire and Roquefort would do nicely) will accent this marvelous selection as well as hearty meat and most venison dishes.

Maroon 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve
Fruit for this Special Reserve Cabernet originated in Maroon Vineyard in the Coombsville AVA of Napa Valley. The vineyard combines several unique factors including varying soils (including volcanic) mostly on hillsides, plus an excellent drainage system. These combine with a cooler climate (Coombsville is much cooler than the rest of Napa Valley) that produces a plethora of exceptional fruit. Unique violet/black color. Aromas of cherry, black currant, blackberry and honeycomb combine to produce dark chocolate and espresso on the palate. Lingering finish produces tobacco and creamy oak tones. Enjoy!

Les Bouquinistes 2017 Red Blend Chapter 3
An unyielding nose of bright cherry, hints of pluot fruit, quince paste and spicy overtones lift this exceptional field blend from the Calistoga AVA in Napa Valley. The palate is brought together by a combination of structured Petite Sirah and an inky Petit Verdot that provide firmness and body, while the Merlot and Zinfandel add the bright red fruit elements. It's an elegant estate grown wine that finishes bright and full, and lingers for that extra moment. Perfect by itself or any fine cut of beef. Allow it to breath and notice the wine opens up with new elements to discover both on the nose and the palate.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

International Wine & Food / Year of Wine

$456.20 plus shipping

Why This Gift

International wine of the month club and themed gourmet adventure package shipped quarterly

The Gold Medal Wine Club is one of our favorite wine subscription companies. These international wine shipments are themed and each box contains three wines from a different artisanal wine producer overseas. We strongly recommend the Gourmet Adventure Package add-on which makes each box a food & wine journey. Three-bottle gifts delivered quarterly.

For 10 years we've been reviewing wine of the month clubs. If you'd like to learn more about this wine club gift, please read our full International Series review.

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Six Bottles of 93+ Red Wine from California

$588.00 $675.00 plus shipping

Why This Gift

A selection of small-production, luxury California Red Wine curated by Gold Medal Wine Club

If we didn't trust Gold Medal Wine Club, we wouldn't suggest sending this six-pack of highly-rated red wine form California, mostly because we can't guarantee which specific wines will be in the box. But we DO trust Gold Medal Wine Club to pack a lot of value into their wine sets, so you can confidently give this gift of California red wine winners. Expect an array of styles and grapes.

About the Wine

Buoncristiani 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
95 POINTS -- Robert Parker, Jr.'s Wine Advocate "Containing a 4% splash of Malbec, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is very deep garnet-purple colored and displays warm black plums, black cherries and black berries with wafts of red currants, cedar chest, dried Provence herbs, lavender and spice box. Full, firm and velvety textured, the palate yields mouth-filling black fruits and spicy layers with a very long, perfumed finish." Winemaker Notes: This blend was handcrafted from small lots harvested exclusively from hillside vineyards in Howell Mountain and Coombsville. This wine was aged in barrels for 20 months and bottled unfined and unfiltered. Expect to find deep aromas of cassis, black cherry, incense, dark chocolate, caramelized oak, toffee, and the Buoncristiani signatures of balance, depth on the mid palate, and a lengthy persistent finish. Precise amounts of Malbec were carefully folded into the final blend to add complexity and depth to the profile. Twenty months aging in 85% new French oak barrels rounded out the palate even further, while adding more texture, aroma and flavor.

JAX 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Block 3
94 POINTS -- Jeb Dunnuck "It offers a super-rich bouquet of blueberries, plums, Asian spices, sagebrush, and lavender. With full-bodied richness and depth as well as sweet tannins and rocking levels of purity, it's easily the standout in the lineup." 94 POINTS -- Wine Enthusiast "This big, bold wine tastes of blackberry pie dusted in clove and nutmeg, giving it a lush and plush feel. Thick and densely structured, it offers elongated tannins and a memorable, spicy finish." 93 POINTS -- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate "The deep garnet-purple colored wine offers up cassis, baked blackberries and blueberry compote with lifted notes of spice box and licorice plus a touch of sage. Full-bodied, rich, firm and grainy, the palate has loads of freshness and an aniseed finish." Winemaker's Notes Sourced from the prized block on the JAX Estate, the Block 3 Cabernet reflects the premium fruit of the vineyard. After noticing such remarkable fruit from this block, we decided to isolate this gem and bottle merely 5 barrels. This project is an intense expression of the red rock, alluvial soil at the base of Mt. Saint Helena. The lush fruit driven profile of the 337 clone produces a wine that is well structured with lovely herbal notes on the nose.

Domaine Curry 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
94 POINTS -- James Suckling "Dark-berry and spice character with dried herbs. Extremely aromatic. A full-bodied red on the palate with very dialed-in fruit and hints of violets and mint. Long and sophisticated. Hard to resist." 93 POINTS -- Antonio Galloni's Vinous "The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon...black plum, gravel, spice, and new leather are beautifully layered in the glass. The 2016 offers a striking interplay of Calistoga power and explosive energy, all while maintaining terrific brightness for such a big wine. There is a lot to like here." Winemaker's Notes - Kent Jarman "The elevated Petit Verdot in this blend really provides the dark inky structure and tannins to cellar this wine for a long time. Elements of fresh berries, custard filling, and vanilla nuance contribute to this complex wine. When this bottle settles down and opens up, watch out!"

Maroon 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve
Fruit for this Special Reserve Cabernet originated in Maroon Vineyard in the Coombsville AVA of Napa Valley. The vineyard combines several unique factors including varying soils (including volcanic) mostly on hillsides, plus an excellent drainage system. These combine with a cooler climate (Coombsville is much cooler than the rest of Napa Valley) that produces a plethora of exceptional fruit. Unique violet/black color. Aromas of cherry, black currant, blackberry and honeycomb combine to produce dark chocolate and espresso on the palate. Lingering finish produces tobacco and creamy oak tones. Enjoy!

Frisson 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
94 POINTS -- Wine Advocate "Deep purple-black in color, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder has pronounced notes of crushed plums, cassis and mulberries with hints of black soil, licorice and dark chocolate plus a waft of garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers great expression with a rock-solid frame of grainy tannins and refreshing acidity, finishing long and layered." Tasting Notes On the edge of the sky between valley and shore, this vineyard roosts in one of the most demanding wine growing appellations in Napa Valley. Cooled by San Pablo Bay, the growing season is long and the yields are small. Steep slopes present their own set of challenges. The prize at the end is fruit with intense flavors, deep colors and sturdy tannins. A best friend to a beautifully curated cheese course, and a delightful companion to braised beef, lamb and venison as well as richer fare.

Cade 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
97 POINTS -- Jeb Dunnuck "The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate checks in as 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 7% Malbec, and 5% Petit Verdot brought up in 79% new French oak. It's a total rock star of a wine and boasts a saturated purple color, a flamboyant, full-bodied, sexy style, awesome notes of cassis, toasty oak, tobacco, and graphite, sweet tannins, and thrilling purity of fruit. It ranks with the creme de la creme of Howell Mountain and has 2-3 decades of longevity ahead of it." 96+ POINTS -- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate "The 2016 Cade Estate Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep purple-black color and wonderfully pure, vibrant notes of crushed blackcurrants, black cherries and baker's chocolate with touches of Indian spices, licorice and cloves plus an earthy waft of damp soil. Full-bodied, rich and powerful in the mouth with a rock-solid frame of ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, it finishes with layer after layer of black fruit and exotic spices."

Delivers To

Gold Medal Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state

Electronic Gift Certificate for The California Wine Club

$650.00 includes shipping

Why This Gift

Boutique California Wines — But They Get to Pick Which Ones!

Perfect for last-minute gifts! Can be used on any wine membership or any wine from the wine store.

Delivers To

The California Wine Club delivers wine gifts to

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Shop by gift recipient's state