by George Bato | May 6, 2026
FAR NIENTE2024 CHARDONNAY NAPA VALLEY There’s a certain style of California Chardonnay that announces itself the moment you open the bottle. Buttery, broad, oaky enough that you’re basically drinking furniture. It’s Chardonnay with the bass cranked...
by George Bato | Apr 10, 2026
NICKEL & NICKEL2023 CABERNET SAUVIGNONJOHN C. SULLENGER VINEYARDOAKVILLE | NAPA VALLEY In 1995, the visionary partners behind Far Niente did what any self-respecting perfectionist would do after mastering the art of exceptional wine: they decided to do it all over...
by George Bato | Apr 7, 2026
FAVIA2023 CABERNET SAUVIGNON NAPA VALLEY Favia was founded in 2003 by Viticulturalist Annie Favia and Winemaker Andy Erickson. The husband-and-wife team has held positions at some of Napa Valley’s most prominent vineyards and wineries. Their mission:...
by George Bato | Feb 5, 2026
SILVER OAK2021 CABERNET SAUVIGNON NAPA VALLEY “Silver Oak’s 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet might well be one of the finest wines they’ve produced.” —Jonathan Cristaldi, Decanter Few wineries have shaped the modern idea of American Cabernet Sauvignon quite like...
by George Bato | Jan 22, 2026
ILLUMINATION24 SAUVIGNON BLANCNAPA/SONOMA by QUINTESSA The 2024 Illumination Sauvignon Blanc by Quintessa Estate is a  brilliant ode to the art of balance, a wine that shimmers with vitality while carrying a focused depth. From the first sip, it reveals the precision...
