2019 Anakita Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Montana Vineyard

2019 Anakita Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Montana Vineyard

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Anakota

Cabernet Sauvignon
Helena Montana Vineyard
Knights Valley 2019

2019 Anakita Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Montana Vineyard

Anakota’s Helena Montana Cabernet is a masterful expression of terroir and craftsmanship, embodying the pinnacle of world-class viticulture. Nestled on the western slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains, this singular vineyard basks in cool Pacific breezes, tempering the warm valley sun to create an ideal microclimate for Cabernet Sauvignon. 

Under the visionary guidance of 100-point winemaker Pierre Seillan, who champions Knights Valley as one of the world’s premier regions for Cabernet, Anakota crafts wines that echo the gravitas of Bordeaux’s Pauillac, while remaining distinctly Californian.

Perched at 950 feet, the Helena Montana Vineyard sprawls across 60 acres of steep, undulating terrain, its vines rooted in rocky, volcanic soils that impart power and concentration. Over the decades, this vineyard has yielded wines marked by their commanding structure, refined elegance, and longevity—hallmarks that shine brilliantly in the 2019 vintage. The 2019 Helena Montana promises to, and already has evolved gracefully, standing as a testament to the vineyard’s enduring legacy and the art of meticulous winemaking.

Anakota
Cabernet Sauvignon
Helena Montana Vineyard
Knights Valley 2019
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“Incredibly spicy and aromatic with pumice and cloves. Pops out of the glass. Cedar, too. Full-bodied with soft, polished tannins adding tension and creaminess. Long and beautiful. All about class and breeding. Try after 2025.”

99 Points

2020 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

2020 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

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Silver Oak

Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2020

2020 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

Silver Oak’s Cabernet is a testament to the power of vision, dedication, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence. For over five decades, this family-owned winery has remained steadfast in its mission: to craft world-class Cabernet while championing sustainable farming and innovative winemaking. A defining moment in its evolution came when Silver Oak took complete control of its barrel aging process, acquiring a Missouri cooperage to ensure unparalleled quality. This commitment to precision has propelled the winery to new heights.

Since its founding in 1972, Silver Oak has earned its place as one of America’s most revered Cabernet Sauvignon producers. For generations, it has achieved the rare feat of crafting age-worthy wines that are immediately compelling upon release. With each vintage, the winery reaffirms its commitment to crafting wines of depth, structure, and seamless elegance, a philosophy that has made Silver Oak a benchmark.

The 2020 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a striking expression of this mastery. Defined by its opulent concentration, velvety texture, and refined complexity, it embodies the meticulous craftsmanship and sustainable ethos that have become Silver Oak’s signature. A wine that speaks to both legacy and innovation, the 2020 vintage is a profound reminder of why Silver Oak remains an icon in Napa Valley.

Silver Oak
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2020
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“The Silver Oak 2020 Napa Valley Cabernet opens with supple aromas of blackberries, black plums, cocoa powder, sweet spices, toast, forest floor, dried sage, and a wet stone minerality. On the palate, the wine is seductive and sophisticated, with fine, smooth tannins and flavors of black cherries, cassis, cloves, savory spice, and melted dark chocolate. The wine has a silky texture and layered complexity that slowly unfolds with each sip into a long, seductive finish.”

97 Points

2021 Lewis Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley

2021 Lewis Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley

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Lewis

Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2021

2021 Lewis Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley

Lewis Cellars Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon consistently sets the bar for Napa Valley excellence. This 2021 vintage, awarded a remarkable 97 points by Jeb Dunnuck, is no exception.

Bold and opulent, this wine unfolds with layers of captivating depth. It exemplifies the signature Lewis Cellars style – powerful and concentrated, yet refined with a sophistication that lingers long after the last sip.

The story behind this extraordinary wine is as remarkable as the wine itself. Founded by former race car driver Randy Lewis and his wife Debbie, Lewis Cellars embodies the same focus, determination, and pursuit of excellence that fueled Randy’s racing career. Since 1992, they have consistently produced world-class wines, culminating in the prestigious honor of Wine Spectator’s Wine of the Year in 2016.

The 2021 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon boldly displays this unwavering commitment. Crafted from meticulously selected barrels, it showcases the very best of Napa Valley terroir. This is a wine built to captivate and enchant, a masterpiece that Jeb Dunnuck advises collectors to savor over the next two decades.

Lewis
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2021

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“Another ripe, powerful wine from this estate that ticks all the right boxes, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve reveals a dense purple hue as well as sumptuous notes of blackcurrant, black cherry liqueur, spicy oak, and graphite, with a Graves-like smoky, scorched earth character. It’s full- bodied, deep, layered, incredibly concentrated, and has a blockbuster finish. Drink this awesome Cabernet over the coming two decades.”

97 Points

2021 Arkenstone Cabernet Sauvignon NVD Napa Valley

2021 Arkenstone Cabernet Sauvignon NVD Napa Valley

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Arkenstone

Cabernet Sauvignon
NVD Napa Valley 2021

2021 Arkenstone Cabernet Sauvignon NVD Napa Valley

Arkenstone NVD Cabernet Sauvignon consistently ranks among our most cherished wines, with the 2018 vintage recently claiming the #1 spot on our 2023 top-ten list. From the rugged top of Howell Mountain, winemaker Sam Kaplan meticulously crafts wines that exemplify power, grace, and harmonious balance. The NVD Cabernet Sauvignon, in particular, is a captivating experience—a remarkable value that seamlessly blends intensity and refinement.

The Arkenstone story began in 1988 when visionary founders, inspired by the profound character of mountain-grown grapes, established their estate on Howell Mountain. In 2006, Sam Kaplan joined the team, assuming the dual roles of winemaker and vineyard manager. With unwavering dedication, he oversees every stage of production, ensuring consistent excellence and earning critical acclaim.

The 2021 NVD Cabernet is a quintessential expression of Napa Valley’s mountain terroir. Sourced from the dramatic, volcanic slopes of Howell Mountain and select vineyards in eastern Napa Valley, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the varietal’s intense, complex character. The 2021 growing season yielded smaller, intensely flavored berries, which Sam skillfully transformed into a wine of incredible depth, richness, and sophistication—an exceptional tribute to Napa Valley’s finest vineyard sites.

Arkenstone
Cabernet Sauvignon
NVD Napa Valley 2021

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“Sam Kaplan masterfully combines components from premier single vineyards—Heimark, Godward, and Amoenus—to craft this exceptional blend, aged 22 months in 75% new French oak. The result is a wine of remarkable depth and balance. The bouquet is wonderfully rich, with aromas of crushed stones and lifted blackberry fruit. It offers a medium-to-full-bodied profile on the palate with layers of dark black cherry and blackberry, underscored by graphite and fine-grained tannins. The tannins are elongated and possess a terrific grip, delivering intensity and structure that linger for a full 60 seconds. As the finish unfolds, notes of wild herbs, spices, and a subtle hint of hay emerge, adding complexity and intrigue. This wine is a testament to Kaplan’s ability to balance power with precision, creating a blend that captures both elegance and intensity—a true standout.”

95 Points

2016 The Vineyard House Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville

2016 The Vineyard House Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville

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The Vineyard House

Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville 2016

2016 The Vineyard House Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville

Surrounded by the prestigious names of Harlan Estate, Promontory, and Futo Vineyards, The Vineyard House Cabernet Sauvignon quietly carves out its place among Napa’s elite. The 2016 vintage captures everything I love about world-class Cabernet Sauvignon—layers of vibrant fruit, a remarkable balance of power and finesse, elegance, and expansive flavors, making a clear choice for my list of the top 5 wines of 2024.

Imbued with the artistry of the renowned Philippe Melka and his director of winemaking, Maayan Koschitzky, The Vineyard House’s lineage is a testament to their impeccable craft. Philippe’s mastery has graced esteemed estates like Château Petrus and Haut-Brion and renowned California vineyards such as Caldwell, Quintessa, Hundred Acre, Dalla Valle, Bryant Family, Mastery, and dozens more, instilling confidence in every sip.

While its circle of surrounding wineries command prices ranging to $1700 per bottle, The Vineyard House exudes To-Kalon-esque pedigree at a fraction of the cost. For those seeking the essence of a $500+ Napa wine without the exorbitant price tag, The Vineyard House offers an irresistible solution.

The Vineyard House
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville 2016
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“The Vineyard House 2016 Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is penetrative and intense on the nose with aromas of bay leaves, sage, blueberry, black currant, game, and crushed rock. The palate has complex flavors of black tea, blackberry, black plum, cinnamon, and dried oregano. The fine-grained tannins and flavor intensity are in perfect harmony together and glide into a decadent, long finish.”

96 Points, #2 WCC’s Top 5 Wines of 2024

2021 Antinori Tignanello Tuscany Italy

2021 Antinori Tignanello Tuscany Italy

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Antinori 

Tignanello 2021
Tuscany, Italy

2021 Antinori Tignanello Tuscany Italy

Tenuta Tignanello, a pioneer of the Super Tuscan movement, has redefined Italian winemaking with its bold innovations. The estate’s pioneering spirit, evident in its early adoption of barrique aging for Sangiovese and its masterful blending of Bordeaux varieties, has shaped the future of Italian viticulture.

Tignanello and Solaia, the estate’s iconic wines, stand as benchmarks of Italian excellence. The 2021 Tignanello, recently ranked #3 on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list, beautifully reflects this legacy.

The 2021 vintage is a masterpiece of balance and complexity, born from an extended growing season that allowed the grapes to reach optimal ripeness. This wine offers a harmonious blend of power and finesse, with deep, layered flavors and a polished structure. Aged for 16 months in a combination of French and Hungarian oak, the wine showcases the estate’s signature Sangiovese-dominant blend, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

With exceptional critical acclaim and immense aging potential, the 2021 Tignanello is a must-have for collectors and showcases Tenuta Tignanello’s enduring vision.

Antinori 
Tignanello 2021
Tuscany, Italy

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“Laced with pure cherry, strawberry, graphite and tobacco aromas and flavors, this red is beautifully supported by a backbone of vibrant acidity and taut, refined tannins. Everything is framed by vanilla and toasty oak in the best sense, revealing harmony, with a long, orange-tinged finish and, yes, even drinkability at this stage. Best to give this a few more years in the bottle. Best from 2027 through 2045.”

97 Points, #3 Top 100 Wines of 2024

2017 Greg Linn Grand Cru Champagne Blanc de Blancs

2017 Greg Linn Grand Cru Champagne Blanc de Blancs

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Greg Linn

Grand Cru Champagne
Blanc de Blancs
Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger
Vintage Ammonite 2017

2017 Greg Linn Grand Cru Champagne Blanc de Blancs

Greg Linn is an unconventional winemaker, a true globetrotter who describes his brand as “a négociant meets world-traveling rock band.” After years of exploring the world’s most revered wine regions, he found his muse in the hallowed soils of Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger. The result? The extraordinary 2017 ‘Vintage Ammonite’ Grand Cru Champagne.

Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger is a legendary village renowned for its chalky terroir, which yields some of the world’s finest Chardonnay. It’s the birthplace of iconic wines like Salon Le Mesnil and Krug Clos du Mesnil—wines that fetch four-figure price tags and stand as benchmarks of luxury. The purity and prestige of this terroir are the foundation of Greg Linn’s 2017 ‘Vintage Ammonite.’

This exceptional Champagne captures the essence of a singular year, showcasing the ethereal brilliance of Le Mesnil’s Grand Cru vineyards. Each sip is a harmonious blend of minerality, precision, and elegance, a testament to the terroir and the vintage.

Greg Linn
Grand Cru Champagne
Blanc de Blancs
Le Mesnil-Sur-Oger
Vintage Ammonite 2017

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“The Greg Linn Vintage Ammonite Grand Cru Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Blanc de Blancs Champagne 2017 begins with a rich nose of baked apples, toasted walnuts, red roses, and toasted brioche. The exquisite, crisp, dry palate is beautifully constructed, with concentrated flavors of citrus, apples, and almond pastry intertwined with a mouth-quenching saline quality, adding even more nuanced characteristics. The incredible finish is as lingering and penetrating as you could ever wish for, making this offering one of the top Champagnes available at any price.” 

98 Points

2021 La Sirena Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

2021 La Sirena Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

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La Sirena

Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2021

2021 La Sirena Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

The 2021 La Sirena Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon encapsulates the mastery, dedication, and heart that only small, family-driven winemaking can achieve. Crafted by legendary winemaker Heidi Peterson Barrett, this wine carries a story of tradition, artistry, and ambition. Heidi’s journey started in her early years alongside her father, Dick Peterson, where she first fell in love with winemaking. After studying Fermentation Science at UC Davis, she quickly rose to fame in the 1980s with stints at prestigious names like Dalla Valle and Screaming Eagle, where her talent earned multiple perfect 100-point scores.

La Sirena began in 1994 with an unexpected twist when Heidi, while creating a Sangiovese for a client, was left with a beautiful wine the client could no longer take. She recognized its quality and bought the wine, launching La Sirena within a month.

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a remarkable product of a low-yield, intensely concentrated vintage sourced from Heidi’s meticulously farmed Calistoga vineyards and vinified with the same finesse she brought to Screaming Eagle. With a lush, velvety profile, this Cabernet is purposefully crafted to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike, embodying a rich heritage of Napa winemaking artistry.

La Sirena
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 2021

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“The La Sirena 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon opens with elegant aromas of violets, ripe black cherry, blackberry, and plum, with subtle undertones of dark chocolate, vanilla, and earthy notes. On the palate, the wine has soft tannins and balanced acidity, with pronounced flavors of dark fruits, including black currant and cherry, baking spices, cocoa, and cigar box. A hint of toast adds to the complexity with spice notes and a long lingering finish.”

96 Points

2021 Barnett Vineyards Rattlesnake Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain

2021 Barnett Vineyards Rattlesnake Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain

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Barnett Vineyards

Rattlesnake 2021
Cabernet Sauvignon
Spring Mountain

2021 Barnett Vineyards Rattlesnake Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain

A former number one wine-of-the-year on our top five list, Barnett’s Rattlesnake Hill Cabernet Sauvignon traces its illustrious journey back to 1991, when its debut vintage earned a heartfelt, handwritten letter from Robert Parker. Parker, compelled to write only for the third time in his career, enclosed a personal check for two cases for his cellar, an unprecedented gesture that signaled a bright future for this wine.

Perched on a rugged knoll at 2,050 feet, this Cabernet Sauvignon originates from the most cherished parcel of Barnett’s Spring Mountain estate. Each bottle tells the story of an intense selection process, as winemaker David Tate meticulously chooses only the finest barrels from their estate fruit to craft a wine that is, above all, a celebration of purity and intensity.

The Barnett team’s dedication to traditional winemaking techniques and close attention to every production detail has anchored them as a true icon of Spring Mountain for over three decades. This Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of their work, a testament to their vision and a showcase of their expertise on every level.

Barnett Vineyards
Rattlesnake 2021
Cabernet Sauvignon
Spring Mountain
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“Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Rattlesnake Cabernet Sauvignon erupts from the glass with powerful notes of creme de cassis, blackberry preserves, and plum pudding giving way to wafts of lavender oil, crushed rocks, Chinese five spice, and tar. The full-bodied palate is jam packed with black fruit preserves and exotic spice flavors, framed by velvety tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and opulent.”

96+ Points

2022 Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Willamette Valley

2022 Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Willamette Valley

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Beaux Frères

Pinot Noir 2022
Beaux Frères Vineyard
Willamette Valley

2022 Beaux Freres Pinot Noir Willamette Valley

Discover the epitome of Oregon Pinot Noir with the 2022 Beaux Frères, ‘The Beaux Frères Vineyard.’ This exquisite and super high-scoring wine, sourced from the heart of the Willamette Valley’s renowned Ribbon Ridge AVA, is a testament to the estate’s unwavering commitment to quality.

This wine hails from the winery’s flagship vineyard—a jewel in the region. This single-vineyard expression showcases the unique character of the region’s marine sedimentary soils and a legacy of meticulous viticulture and winemaking.

Founded by Michael G. Etzel, with the support of his sister, Pat, and her husband, Robert J. Parker, the estate has transformed a former pig farm into a world-class vineyard. Planted at a remarkably dense 2,200 vines per acre, the vineyard maximizes the potential of its exceptional site.

The 2022 vintage produced a remarkably concentrated and age-worthy wine. The grapes reached peak ripeness with reduced yields, resulting in a wine of exceptional complexity and depth. As the years pass, this Pinot Noir will continue evolving, revealing layers of flavor and structure that will delight discerning palates.

Beaux Frères
Pinot Noir 2022
Beaux Frères Vineyard
Willamette Valley

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“A jeweled, youthful ruby hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir The Beaux Freres Vineyard is fantastically layered with bright red fruit, preserved cranberries, lifted spice, and crushed stones, and the palate is elegant and refined, with fine tannins and a great harmonious and tapered finish. It’s very well-detailed, with a chiseled structure that makes itself known, and it’s only going to improve with time in the bottle. Drink 2026-2046.”

98 Points