This Riesling pops on the nose with aromas of bright lemon, tart pineapple, white flowers and a gentle whiff of petrol. The palate is gripping, with lively acidity, solid phenoic grip and flavors of pithy citrus, spice and flowers dancing along the finish.

Wet riverstone and lime pith aromas meet with a light dairy element on the nose of this bottling. The palate is very grippy in texture, framing apricot and nectarine flavors that lead into a citrus pith finish.

The 2022 Pinot Noir Estate Vineyard opens with an alluring bouquet of dusty violets, crushed blueberries and sweet smoke. The palate is soothingly round, with ultra-ripe red berry fruit lifted by cooling acidity. Fresh acidity keeps the mouth watering on the finish.

The 2022 Pinot Noir Shea Vineyard wafts up with a delicate blend of dried flowers, stone dust and wild strawberries. Silken in feel, it offers polished red berry fruits that swirl across a stream of brisk acidity. A gentle pull of fine tannins adds contrast without getting in the way as the 2022 Pinot Noir Shea Vineyard finishes with a flourish of violet pastille.

The 2017 Blanc de Blancs wafts up with a rich mix of dusty dried flowers, nuances of brioche and gingery spice. Silken beads of fine bubbles splash across the palate as saline tension builds and crisp orchard fruits swirl throughout. The finish is beautifully clean, crisp and fresh yet long, leaving a gentle tinge of brown spice.

The 2022 Chardonnay Yamhill-Carlton wafts up with a cascade of sweet spices, crushed almonds and a whiff of savory herbs. It is soothingly round and supple, with a mass of mineral-infused pit fruits and a hint of spice. Saline saturation mingles with nuances of sour citrus as the 2022 tapers off wickedly fresh and nearly crunchy.

The 2022 Pinot Noir Cascade opens with crushed sour cherries, violet flowers and a hint of gravel dust as it evolves in the glass. Silken textures and depths of red and blue fruits sweep across the palate, supported by brisk acidity. Blue and purple inner florals echo on the finish while a subtle tinge of tart blackberry lingers.

The 2022 Chardonnay Willamette Valley lifts from the glass with a pretty blend of wildflowers, candied lime, chamomile and white peach. Seductively round, it offers a contrasting mix of ripe orchard fruit and salty mineral tones that pepper the senses. Lemony concentration puckers the cheeks and leaves the mouth watering for more.

Pale to medium ruby-purple colored, the 2023 Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands soars from the glass with bold notes of pomegranate, juicy strawberries, and raspberry leaves, leading to hints of rose bud tea, dried mint, and powdered cinnamon. The medium to full-bodied palate is silky and seamless with bags of juicy red berry flavors and a perfumed finish.

Aromas of baked cherry, raspberry compote, lemon peel and rose petal dominate the nose of this charming Pinot. The lavishly textured palate brings flavors of Bing cherry, cocoa powder, baking spices and anise. Layers of raspberry-lime acidity and purple flowers echo across the finish. —T.R.C.

This robust but focused wine comes from one of Sonoma County’s highest vineyards and was aged in stainless steel, amphorae and large-format oak. It displays aromas of tart pineapple, lemon peel, thyme and ginger on the nose. The palate brings nervy acidity and flavors of fresh lime zest, white flowers and chalk that vibrate across a lengthy finish. —T.R.C.

Vibrant aromas of juicy pear, apple, lemon peel, cinnamon and honeysuckle burst from the glass on the nose of this wine. The palate delivers flavors of roasted apple, marzipan, pineapple and citrus, with waves of salty lemon peel and toasty oak along the finish. —T.R.C.

The nose of this wine explodes with aromas of roasted cherry, dark chocolate, cinnamon and leather. The palate displays flavors of blackberry, plum skin, purple flowers and spice. Give this a few years in the cellar and enjoy with a coffeecrusted ribeye. —T.R.C.

Winemaker Kristy Melton notes that all estate fruit is now certified organic and
regenerative, and she has continued to refine the winemaking approach. Beginning with the
previous vintage, Melton shortened the oak aging period for the Napa-tier Cabernet
Sauvignon from 24–30 months to 18–20 months. Starting with the 2022 vintage, all singlevineyard wines will also be bottled unfined and unfiltered. The 2022 Cabernet reflects the
ripe, juicy dark-fruit profile of the warm vintage, with layers of blue fruit compote and
kirsch. On the palate, it’s plush and satiny, with impressive depth of fruit, plump, finegrained tannins, and a long fig-laced finish. Approachable now, but structured enough to
evolve beautifully over the next decade. Aged 20 months in 47% new French oak.

Winemaker Kristy Melton discovered a Chardonnay block in eastern Napa Valley, planted
to Clone 4 in 1978. Known for producing large clusters that retain high natural acidity,
Melton notes that this clone develops more nuanced, elegant flavors as the vines age. This
site contributes approximately 50% of the vintage, with additional fruit sourced from
Huichica Creek in the Carneros AVA. Fermentation is conducted primarily in barrel, and the
wine is aged for nine months in 44% new French oak. Aromatically generous, it opens with
sweet baking spice, toasty oak, and rich citrus fruit layered with honeyed white flowers. On
the palate, the wine surprises with more tension than expected, balancing plush, silky fruit
with notes of candied ginger and lifted florals that carry through to an enduring, spicy, and
fragrant finish. It’s a natural with roast chicken and mashed potatoes

Precise and well-knit, this offers appealing raspberry and pomegranate flavors laced with dusky spices and black tea, ending with refined tannins. Drink now through 2032. -T.F.

This handsome red is structured and focused, with appealing cherry and red plum flavors that gather green tea and dusky spice tones as this moves toward medium-grained tannins. Drin now through 2032. -T.F.

A sleek red, exhibiting black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, earth and eucalyptus flavors. Driven by vivid acidity before ending with beefy tannins and a vegetal note. A bit rangy, these needs time still to absorb its tannins. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027- 2038. – B.S.

Generous and plush-textured, with flavors of purple plums, crushed blueberries, flowers and cocoa powder. It’s elegant and energetic, with a very subtle touch of savoriness in the finish. Full of charm. Drink now or hold, but there’s really no need to wait.

The 2024 Matanzas Creek Chenin Blanc offers bright pear and starfruit on the nose alongside cashew nut accents. The palate is fresh and vicious with bright acidity. Drink 2025-2030

The really good ‘Kelli Ann Vineyard’ Chardonnay delivers nice freshness and verve on the mouth, with a round mouthfeel. Juicy melon and brioche notes fill the palate alongside salty soils. Drink 2025-2031

 The really good 2022 La Crema ‘Kelli Ann Vineyard’ Chardonnay offers brioche and baking spices on the one with marzipan and shades of Meyer lemon cream. Round and rich on the mouth, with good depth and flavor density, enjoy now and over the next few years. Drink 2025-2031

The 2022 La Crema ‘Sealift Vineyard’ Pinot Noir comes from this site near the Pacific in the Sonoma Coast AVA. Tart red fruits mingle well with red rose petals and Satsuma orange zest on the nose. The palate is soft and elegant with a smooth texture. Drink 2025-2031

Another outstanding release, the 2021 Copain ‘Sonoma Coast’ Chardonnay shows off ripe pear and salted apple flavors that mingle well with stony soils and orange zest. Offering good freshness considering the heat of the vintage. Enjoy now. Drink 2025–2032.