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These are not for those craving tiny, mid-weight efforts and they have rocking textures, tons of fruit and most importantly, always remain a joy to drink. \u003cb\u003eThese are gorgeous wines\u003c\/b\u003e.\" \u003cbr\u003e                                              \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font: \/normal 'Times New Roman'; color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; border-collapse: separate; orphans: 2; widows: 2; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: left; font-size: 11px; line-height: 17px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003eBrix26 Inside Scoop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e There are some fantastic small labels coming out of the Paso Robles wine country in California's Central Coast, and Herman Story winery is our latest \"crush\" (pun intended).  The style of wines are full-throttle, fruit forward bombastic style while keeping things balanced and delicious.  Like going right up to the point of over-the-top and stopping perfectly before it.  The 2012 Nuts \u0026amp; Bolts Syrah is a beautiful example of what small, hands-on winemakers like Herman Story are achieving with the varietal in Paso Robles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286830790,"sku":"7309297542","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/files\/Casual_Encounters_2023.avif?v=1787679319"},{"product_id":"herman-story-bolt-cutter-red-california","title":"Herman Story 2021 Bolt Cutter Red, California","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew release of the fantastic Bolt Cutter Cabernet blend from Herman Story. Limited.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eprevious vintage\u003c\/em\u003e 94 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \"\u003c\/strong\u003e An interesting blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Petit Verdot, and 25% Syrah from a multitude of vineyards, the Herman Story Bolt Cutter reveals a dense purple color as well as lots of cassis fruit, notes of ground pepper, bouquet garni (thyme\/rosemary), and chocolate, full-bodied richness, and a rich, super-plush, sexy texture. It's another classic Herman Story wine that will put a smile on your face any time over the coming 5-7 years or more. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRobert Parker:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\"...Pulling from a number of sites spread throughout the Central Coast, Herman Story’s Russell From makes unabashedly Californian wines that make the most of the beautiful fruit that makes California so special. These are not for those craving tiny, mid-weight efforts and they have rocking textures, tons of fruit and most importantly, always remain a joy to drink. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are gorgeous wines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaker Russel From's Tasting Notes (because it's hilarious):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"No one in Ellis County has ever seen a twister like this. Pushing F5 and tossing cows like nobody’s business. It’s about to separate the roof from this old Dodge Durango, but you’re still pushing. Inside, they pass around black licorice and cherry soda to easy listening classics – soothing keys and guitar riffs straight out of elevator speakers. Th‑e storm hits a supermarket, then a bakery. Cinnamon buns and rhubarb pies splatter on the road, the hood, the windshield, and the wheels come off the ground. Around you go, hundreds of feet in the air. But damn, listen to that bass groove.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProprietor and winemaker Russell P. From began Herman Story Wines in 2011 with 7 barrels stashed in his employer's cellar. What started as a modest homage to his rancher grandfather has become a beacon to those seeking opulent, structured Syrah and Grenache (and now Cabernet). These are no nonsense, balls to the wall wines that are not for the faint of heart or the pinky raising set. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286832838,"sku":"7309298054","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/Bolt_cutter_red.jpg?v=1771365133"},{"product_id":"herman-story-milk-honey-red-paso-robles","title":"Herman Story 2022 Milk \u0026 Honey Red, Paso Robles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnother fantastic release from Herman Story - tiny production.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eprevious vintage\u003c\/em\u003e 92 Points Antoni Galloni (Vinous):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Deep vivid ruby. Powerful, spice- and smoke-accented dark berries, cherry preserves, vanilla and licorice on the deeply perfumed nose. In a rich, fleshy style but not lacking for energy, offering sweet black and blue fruit, floral pastille, mocha and bitter chocolate flavors that turn sweeter with air. Chewy tannins add grip to a long, smoky finish that emphatically repeats the blue fruit and vanilla notes. This big, generous wine was raised in 77% new French oak barrels.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaso is a place to push new frontiers in the exploration of full-force avor. Herman Story's Milk \u0026amp; Honey Red Blend exposes the best of the promised land. Tempranillo was chosen as the base of this blend due to its similarity to one of Paso’s new keystone varietals, Grenache, while also giving a nod to the region’s stylistic similarities to Ribero del Duero. While Paso is an emerald city for some, it is also home to derelicts and grifters and ne'er–do–wells, for whom the artwork is an homage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286834630,"sku":"7309298182","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/milknhoney2.jpg?v=1771365133"},{"product_id":"laventure-cote-a-cote-estate-red-paso-robles","title":"L'Aventure 2020 Cote a Cote Estate Red, Paso Robles","description":"\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e98 points                                                      \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLimited new blockbuster release from one of Paso Robles hottest wineries. Don't miss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e98 Points Robert Parker: \u003c\/b\u003e\"The 2020 Côte a Côte is a beautiful blend of 45% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 25% Mourvèdre and one of the most successful wines I tasted from the challenging 2020 vintage. Deep ruby-purple, it offers pure aromas of blackcurrant, boysenberry, tar and pipe tobacco, continually unfolding with each return to the glass. The full-bodied palate offers wave after wave of perfumed fruit and tremendous spicy accents. It's powerful yet harmoniously structured with powdery tannins and seamless acidity, and it offers a very long, detailed finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The 2020 Cote a Cotes checks in as 45% Grenache, 30% Syrah, and 22% Mourvèdre, with the balance Graciano and Viognier, that was brought up in equal parts barrel, concrete, and amphora. It’s a full-bodied, ripe, sexy wine offering fabulous dark fruits as well as subtle violet and orange blossom aromatics. The balance is spot on, it has terrific purity, and it’s another brilliant wine in the making....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note\"\u003e...\u003cem\u003eStephan Asseo, who’s assisted more and more by assistant winemaker Patrick Davies, continues to keep his L’Aventure estate near the top of the pyramid in Paso Robles. This report looks at the 2019s and 2020s, and both appear to be beautiful vintages. The 2019s are some of the finest wines I’ve tasted at this estate and have a rare mix of power and vibrancy, with incredible aromatics and sensational purity and precision on the palate\u003c\/em\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286846022,"sku":"7309300422","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/laventure_13_coteacote_red.jpg?v=1771365133"},{"product_id":"la-sirena-pirate-treasured-california","title":"La Sirena 2022 Pirate TreasuRed, California","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Sirena's Pirate Treasure Red is an absolutely gorgeous blend, perfectly composed by world renowned winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eHeidi Barrett\u003c\/strong\u003e, whom Robert Parker has called, \u003cem\u003e“The First Lady of Wine”.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eA rambunctious blend of seven varieties with full ripeness and big flavors from a stellar vintage. 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Drink up all ye pirates!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286848838,"sku":"7309301126","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/la_sirena_12_pirate_red.jpg?v=1771365133"},{"product_id":"linne-calodo-rising-tides-red-paso-robles","title":"Linne Calodo 2021 'Rising Tides' Red, Paso Robles","description":"\u003cp class=\"producer-note\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRare new release\u003c\/span\u003e                                                    \u003cbr\u003eRare new release from Paso Robles cult winery Linne Calodo.  Limited.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e \"The 2021 Rising Tides checks in as 60% Grenache, 37% Syrah, and a splash of Mourvèdre that was raised in just 20% new French oak. Its semi-opaque ruby\/plum hue is followed by a thrillingly perfumed red loaded with notions of kirsch liqueur, peppery herbs, candied flowers, and wild strawberries. It's full-bodied, round, seamless, and incredibly polished on the palate, with gorgeous tannins. A stunning wine readers will love, it should evolve for a decade.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"...\u003cstrong\u003eI’ve written it numerous time, but Linne Calodo remains one of the reference point estates in Paso Robles.\u003c\/strong\u003e Winemaker\/owner Matt Trevisan consistently puts together exotic and singular blends that deliver opulence as well as balance.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eA genius when it comes to fashioning incredible blends from Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache and Zinfandel (as well as a few others), Linne Calodo's Matt Trevisan eschews single varieties and makes seamless, elegant and character-filled wines that are always an utter joy to drink.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286857542,"sku":"7309302598","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/linne_calodo_13_rising_tides.jpg?v=1771365133"},{"product_id":"mcprice-myers-beautiful-earth-proprietary-red-paso-robles","title":"McPrice Myers 2021 \"Beautiful Earth\" Proprietary Red, Paso Robles","description":"\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e94 Points \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful Earth is an awesome new red blend from McPrice Myers, a boutique producer at the forefront of the Central Coast winemaking scene - only a few hundred cases were produced so try it while its still available!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e94 Points Wine Enthusiast \"\u003cem\u003eEditor's Choice\u003c\/em\u003e\": \u003c\/strong\u003e\"Hearty aromas of roasted and charred fruit meet with caramel, baking spice and violet on the nose of this blend of 58% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 6% ZInfandel, 3% Petite Sirah and 3% Graciano. Warm maple and brown-sugar flavors show on the palate, where that dark roasted-fruit flavor picks up cappuccino spice.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Beautiful Earth is our flagship Paso Robles blend, and it represents the best lots from our favorite Westside vineyards. The components of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre were fermented in small open-top bins, concrete, and stainless steel tanks with 10% whole clusters included. The wine spent 20-35 days on the skins with a combination of pump-over and punch downs. 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Its sense of layered richness and its accents of sweet earth speak to classic Napa Valley character, and, thanks to its provenance, its unique mix of grapes and the attention that the Duckhorn folks pay to it, it continues to be a more sophisticated wine than Zinfandel typically yields.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duckhorn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286879878,"sku":"7309306822","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/paraduxx_09_red.jpg?v=1771365134"},{"product_id":"shebang-cuvee-sonoma-valley-red-blend","title":"The Whole Shebang! \"Seventeeth Cuvee\" Red Blend, Sonoma Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fantastic red from Bedrock winemaker Morgan-Twain Peterson, one of the hottest young winemakers in California. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points Robert Parker \"Best Buy\":\u003c\/b\u003e  \"A Mediterranean blend of Zinfandel, Carignan, Alicante Bouchet, Syrah and assorted mixed blacks fermented with native yeasts and aged in primarily neutral containers (15% in new French oak), it is a California version of a high-class Cotes du Rhone. 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Officer and Twain-Peterson were tired of seeing these old sites gobbled up by industrial-scale wineries, so they decided to do something about it. Bravo.\u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew York Times: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"This red blend is a perpetually excellent value from Bedrock Wine Company which makes a wide variety of terrific, unmanipulated wines from old California vineyards. The array of groups includes zinfandel, carignan, syrah and petite sirah, and vintages are mixed as well, a welcome tactic. The result is an easygoing, lively wine that is delicious and versatile. Too often, inexpensive California reds are inflated with oak flavorings and other enhancements intended to imitate the characteristics of more expensive wines. Not this one, and it makes you think about how good these humble wines could be if other producers would permit them the dignity of authenticity.\"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bedrock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23286904262,"sku":"7309311046","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/shebang_cuvee_vii_red.jpg?v=1771365134"},{"product_id":"tensley-all-blocks-santa-barbara-county","title":"Tensley 2021 'All Blocks' Red, Santa Barbara County","description":"\u003cp class=\"producer-note\"\u003e94 pts                                                               \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA blockbuster new Red Blend from Joe Tensley, one of the Santa Barbara region's leading Rhone varietal producers. Try this gem before it's gone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e94 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\"The Tensley All Blocks Red Wine is based largely on Grenache but includes 14% Syrah and 1% Mourvèdre, with the Syrah and Mourvèdre mostly from the Tensley Estate Vineyard in Los Olivos and the Grenache from Colson Canyon. Lots of red and black fruits, iron, herbes de Provence, and savory notes emerge on the nose. and it’s a more structured, full-bodied wine that brings the muscle....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note\"\u003e...This was another brilliant lineup of wines from Joey Tensley. The 2021s clearly come from a cooler year and show more medium-bodied, fresher styles. 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Subtle gravely earth components provide a welcome counterpoint to the juicy flavors, and promise even more complexity with age. 420 cases produced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This rich version is filled with sculpted dark cherry and plum tart flavors that are backed by lively acidity and fresh tannins. Shows minerally intensity midpalate, with a long, vibrant finish that features plenty of toasty and spicy accents. Drink now through 2025. 420 cases made.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Sweet red berry fruit, mint, spice and white pepper are some of the many notes that are lifted in this gracious, perfumed and super expressive Red Car 2018 Pinot Noir Heaven and Earth. One of the more airy weightless wines in the range,\u003cstrong\u003e the Heaven and Earth has tremendous class as well as nuance. The purity of the flavors is striking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-product-attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"details-product-attribute__title\"\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"details-product-attribute__value\"\u003eThe 2018 Pinot Noir Heaven \u0026amp; Earth reveals a ruby, slightly translucent color as well as textbook Sonoma Coast notes of raspberries, forest floor, flowers, and spice. It shows a touch of orange blossom and candied violets with air, is medium-bodied, has a silky texture, and a kiss of wood smoke on the finish. It's another outstanding wine in the lineup.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23373606726,"sku":"7330516998","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/RedCarH_E.png?v=1771365139"},{"product_id":"ridge-three-valleys-zinfandel-sonoma","title":"Ridge 2022 Three Valleys Red, Sonoma County","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnother fantastic Three Valleys from Ridge and one of the best Zinfandel values anywhere! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Three Valleys\" is the proprietary name for the only \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brix26.com\/collections\/ridge\"\u003eRidge wine\u003c\/a\u003e blended from multiple vineyard sites.\u003c\/b\u003e  They select softer, more accessible lots from their single vineyards and, taking the role of winemaker literally, create a character they find most appealing. Younger vines from \u003cb\u003eLytton Estate\u003c\/b\u003e provided most of the fruit; older vines on five small Alexander Valley vineyards and one Russian River vineyard make up the rest.  This sixth vintage of Three Valleys contains the highest percentage of zinfandel to date. Sensuous structure and rich fruit give the wine immediate appeal; it will bemost enjoyable over the next five years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e93 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"The Ridge Three Valleys is another terrific wine from this team. A blend of 70% Zinfandel, 14% Petite Sirah, 12% Carignan, and the rest Mataro, it plays in the medium-bodied, elegant end of the spectrum and has wonderful purity in its blue fruits, peppery herbs, violets, and sandalwood aromas and flavors. Nicely textured, elegant, and seamless on the palate, with good acidity, this ethereal, balanced beauty can be drunk today or cellared for 10-15 years.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003e92 Points Wine Spectator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e  \"Svelte and briary, with vibrant raspberry and black cherry flavors, accented by licorice, tarragon and white pepper notes. Finishes with snappy tannins. Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane and Mataro. Drink now through 2028. \"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ridge Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23523245126,"sku":"7371637446","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/Ridge_3_valleys.jpg?v=1771365141"},{"product_id":"best-boutique-european-reds-12-pack","title":"Best Boutique European Reds - 12-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe've  scoured the European continent in the search of great buys, tasting through dozens of small-producers and hand-selected our favorites for this mixed case. A great way to try our current red discioveries from France, Italy, Spain and Portugal! \u003ci\u003e10% discount already built into price.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEach 12-pack includes 2 bottles each of the following wines:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Chateau de Pez 2019 \"2nd Pez\" St. Estephe (Bordeaux) ($37)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eAn exclusive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Descendientes de J. Palacios 2022 'Petalos' de Bierzo, Spain ($25)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eA beautiful red from Spain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e- St Cosme 2021 Cotes du Rhone \"Les Deux Albions\" France ($28)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003e92 Parker - from one of the Rhone's finest producers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brix26.myshopify.com\/admin\/products\/7190448078930\/variants\/40604553445458\" rel=\"noreferrer\" class=\"transition-colors hover:text-indigo-600\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 \/ .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; 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word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px solid rgb(229, 231, 235);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e($41.99)  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e93 Points - From one of Chianti's top wineries\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Dominio de Pingus 2023 PSI Red, Ribera del Duero - ($37) -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e a smoking buy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Black Slate 2019 La Conreria D'Scala Dei Escaladei, Spain - ($23) - \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e93 point Spanish Best Buy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-25\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"catalog-product-image\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"terrabianca-2009-campaccio-toscana-rosso-italy\/\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-75\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"catalog-product-title\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25843972166,"sku":"7932477254","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/european_mixed_case_12_btls.jpg?v=1771365145"},{"product_id":"palladium-2013-red-blend-napa-valley","title":"Palladium 2013 Red Blend, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eA Brix26 exclusive! \u003c\/span\u003e                          \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf your a fan on Zin-based Red Blends like The Prisoner have we got a treat for you! We teamed up with our winemaker friend Patrick McNeil to create this delicious red only available here! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark fruit followed by lighter notes of rhubarb and red fruits. Tobacco, pie crust, and a very slight fruit roll-up character. Nice depth and richness. Higher acidity levels balance nicely with the natural richness of Petite Sirah. Tannins are well integrated and contribute a seamless texture to the wine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blend is 75% Zinfandel, 30% Syrah, 14% Grenache, the grapes were sourced from several top select vineyards in Calistoga and St. Helena. Fermented in stainless steel and small open top bins. The fruit was hand sorted and de-stemmed, followed by a 3 day cold soak with one pump over per day. Pressed off the skins at 6 degrees Brix; aged for 18 months in neutral French oak.   Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33120063110,"sku":"9072246918","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/PalladiumLabelFinal.jpg?v=1771365148"},{"product_id":"behrens-family-2017-front-man-red-napa-valley","title":"Behrens Family 2017 \"Front Man\" Red Wine, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e95 Points \u003c\/span\u003e                                  \u003cbr\u003eNew release from Spring Mountain's Behrens Family Winery. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Robert Parker: \u003c\/strong\u003e \"Made from 88% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, the Behrens 2017 Merlot The Front Man Merlotis deep garnet-purple colored and opens with star anise, fenugreek, cardamom and charcoal scents over a baked plums, blueberry pie and molten chocolate core plus a waft of dried herbs. The palate is medium to full-bodied with plush, rounded tannins, compelling freshness and plenty of expressive, plumy fruit, finishing spicy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brix26","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52472541973,"sku":"11717077397","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/behrens-family-winery-erna-schein-front-man-red-napa-valley-usa-10574758.jpg?v=1771365152"},{"product_id":"mount-peak-gravity-red-blend-sonoma-county","title":"Mount Peak 2020 Gravity Red Blend, Sonoma County","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e94 Points -  New\u003c\/span\u003e                                \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFantastic new discovery! Mount Peak's Gravity Red is a delicious Red Blend we highy recommend.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e               \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Here is a testament to good-quality, California-appellated wines. This red blend opens with immediate aromas of fresh violets, plump black cherry, black currant, chocolate, tarragon, fennel and toasted wood. The palate mirrors those aromatics, but they jump with vivacity from the solid dose of acidity and generous alcohol. Firm tannic texture adds structural integrity, leading toward a fairly lengthy finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Ripe and gutsy, with a dense core of tannins framed by blackberry and currant flavors. Reveals espresso, cracked pepper and grilled anise accents that finish with tannic grip. Hands off for now. Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Syrah, Sangiovese, Viognier, Grenache and Malbec. Best from 2025 through 2031.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe story of Mount Peak Winery begins more than a century ago at the celebrated Monte Rosso Vineyard and culminates with the recent revival of the brand by Gallo. A vestige of one of California's great \"ghost\" wineries, the wines are a tribute to the extraordinary facility that once stood there. Originally built in 1886, Mount Peak was a marvel of innovation with its three-story, gravity-flow system built from rock directly sourced from the dry-farmed Monte Rosso vineyard. While it ultimately emerged as one of California's top producers, it was closed during Prohibition and left abandoned to the elements, laying silent for decades. Over 130 years later, Gallo has revived the site and the vineyard, perched at nearly 1,300 feet along the spine of the Mayacamas Mountains, straddling the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. The steep hillsides are set against a dramatic backdrop and the new Mount Peak label will focus on Cabernet, Zinfandel, and a red blend from the original Monte Rosso fruit. The Gravity is made from plots within the vineyard as well as fruit sourced from Frei Ranch in Dry Creek Valley and Snows Lake in Lake County. It's 33% Petite Syrah, 29% Cab, 21% Zin, 10% Syrah, 5% Grenache, and 2% Barbera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Peak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53666153109,"sku":"11799763221","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/Mt_peak_gravity.jpg?v=1771365152"},{"product_id":"bodegas-el-nido-2023-clio-red-jumilla","title":"Bodegas El Nido 2023 \"Clio\" Red, Jumilla","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"H2ReviewNotes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOne of our favorite reds from Spain! Limited.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93 Points Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This is richly aromatic, with an initial range of mocha, spice box and sweet smoke that adds complexity to the flavors of plum compote, black cherry pâte de fruit, loamy earth and dried sage. Finely meshed, layering refined, chalky tannins and pomegranate-fueled acidity with the expressive profile. Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2038.\"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93 Points Roberrt Parker: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"The 2023 Clio was produced with 70% Monastrell from very old vines and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon planted in 1986. It fermented in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and matured in new French and American oak barrels for 23 months. It has tons of spices, vanilla, toast and smoke, oaky notes that dominate the nose. It's full-bodied, with 15% alcohol, a pH of 3.57 and 6.1 grams of acidity, and it has more freshness than last year but keeping 3.4 grams of residual sugar and a finish dominated by oak flavors. It's for fans of the style. It was bottled in September 2025. \"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93 Points Vinous:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \"The \u003cspan\u003eBodegas El Nido \u003c\/span\u003e2023 Clio is composed of 70% Monastrell and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon from Jumilla. It was aged for 23 months in French and American oak barrels. Recently bottled, the oak is at the forefront but will integrate. The wine opens with plum, soft herbal notes and blackberry. Intense with fruit complexity, the palate is creamy, flavorful and delicate in tannins, finishing with a touch of oak that will meld with time.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis is a joint project between the Gil family, who has done so much to put Jumilla on the map with the wines from Finca Luzon, wine broker Jorge Ordonez, one of the pioneers for unearthing high quality wines from Jumilla, and famed Australia winemaker, Chris Ringland. The wines are spectacular efforts that establish new benchmarks, not only in terms of its bold pricing, but also the extraordinary quality of what is in the bottle. The fruit is harvested by hand in small baskets, picked very ripe, given a severe triage, and fermented in open top, three to four ton vats. 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Then there are his inexpensive Layer Cake wines, showing that his portfolio covers the values as well. But what follows is a look at his top-of-the-line wines from the 15-acre Kayli Morgan Vineyard east of St. Helena, his 15-acre Howell Mountain Ark Vineyard and a spectacular site adjacent to the Eisele Vineyard south of Calistoga called Few and Far Between. His first vintage was the 2000 Kayli Morgan. At that time he was using consultant Philippe Melka, but he has been on his own for a number of years and the wine quality continues to be among the most singular and profound in all of Napa Valley. His outspoken personality doesn’t often sit well in conservative and quiet Napa, but he only needs to let his wines do the talking. 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With a commitment in particular to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, and informed by cutting edge viticulture, winemaking, the Jonata wines are on the vanguard of an emerging quality movement in California winegrowing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e95 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"Always a good value, the 2018 Todos checks in as a kitchen sink blend of 45% Syrah, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Petit Verdot, 9% Petite Sirah, and the rest Merlot and other miscellaneous varieties. Its inky, glass-staining purple color is followed by a beautiful bouquet of smoked black fruits, bouquet garni, peppered meat, and hints of crushed rock. It's rich, medium to full-bodied, beautifully balanced, and just a gorgeous wine.  \u003cstrong\u003eReaders on a budget shouldn’t miss the Todos cuvée, which is always a kitchen sink blend (it’s normally Syrah heavy) of just about every varieties Jonata works with. 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Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers impactful black fruit layers, creating a beguiling sense of richness that is beautifully countered by invigorating freshness and great poise, framed by super ripe, plush tannins and beautiful tension, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note and, finally, lots of mineral sparks. For all that it is at the moment, one cannot help but feel that this 2018 is holding something back. Give it a good five years in bottle, at least, and then get set for what I suspect will be a mind-blowing transformation over the next 30 years+...\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e...Proprietor Christian Moueix added, \"We thought the elements of the 2018 vintage were very refined, and we wanted to play on that in the wine. 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Sweet scents of crème de cassis, lavender, graphite, mint, spice and espresso lead into a fine, delineated palate. Bright and energetic, Solaia is decidedly medium in body in 2018, with striking purity and exceptional beauty. I can’t remember ever tasting a young Solaia with this much sheer appeal and balance in the early going. In 2018 Solaia is 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese and 7% Cabernet Franc. Production is down to around 60,000 bottles because of strict selection.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points Robert Parker:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The Marchesi Antinori Solaia reveals a silky and elegant personality, and the wine steps away from some of the more robust fruit weight and dark concentration that we've seen in the past. This elegant vintage prizes fruit purity and focus with black plum, cassis, blue flower, pencil shaving and lots of sweet spice from the oak that recalls clove and toasted almond. The blend is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parts Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. The fruit is harvested at the Antinori family's Tenuta Tignanello at the heart of the Chianti Classico appellation. The percentage of Cabernet Franc used in the blend is the ultimate Solaia wild card. In this vintage, the Franc has been increased to 7%, and that number is expected to be even higher in 2019 as the vines get older and the fruit more complex.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolaia\u003c\/strong\u003e is the iconic flagship red blend crafted by Marchesi Antinori from a sun‑drenched 10‑hectare vineyard on the Tignanello estate in Tuscany’s Chianti Classico zone. First released in 1978, it marries primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (about 75 %) with Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese, aged in French oak to yield a wine of deep ruby hue, profound concentration, and remarkable elegance. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAromatically, Solaia beckons with ripe blackcurrants, plums, and cassis, layered with mint, leather, spice, cedar, and subtle floral hints of lavender. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOn the palate it’s rich yet balanced—with velvety tannins, fine acidity, and a long finish echoing dark fruits, cocoa, tobacco, and licorice.\u003c\/span\u003e Consistently scoring in the high‑90s, it’s built for aging alongside robust dishes like grilled red meats, game, and aged cheeses—a true Super‑Tuscan legend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Very aromatic and lively on the nose with currants, fresh herbs, white pepper and cherry blossoms. Full-bodied with a vertical, multilayered structure and ultra fine tannins. Velvety texture. Extremely long and focused. Complex and succulent. This is the smallest production of Solaia ever. Great length. 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Turtle Rock  is a new label from Don Burns, assistant winemaker at SAXUM. Limited.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e96 Points Robert Parker: \u003c\/strong\u003e \"The 2021 Westberg Red is a blend of 40% Zinfandel, 36% Tempranillo and 24% Petite Sirah from the 4Hearts Vineyard and matured for 22 months in 70% new French oak. It has kaleidoscopic scents of wild berry jam, apricot, aged balsamic, leather, iron and beef that continue to unwind as it spends time in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is packed with perfumed, spicy fruit! It has a frame of grainy tannins, a focused spine of acidity and a long finish with a flourish of spicy accents. It's easy to drink without sacrificing complexity and will be long lived in the cellar. 312 cases were made.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e...There are few estates in California today that are more exciting than Don Burns’ Turtle Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pulling from some of the top vineyards on the westside of Paso Robles and making the wines as Justin Smith’s Saxum estate, Burns has consistently produced some of the wines of the vintage since his first releases in 2014. As I wrote in the past, \u003cstrong\u003ereaders interested in finding the next up and coming superstar in Paso Robles need to put Don and Claudia Burns’ Turtle Rock estate at the top of their list.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Turtle Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31906204155986,"sku":"4504273158226","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/3826\/products\/TR_WestbergRed17_16675.png?v=1771365164"},{"product_id":"cain-cuvee-proprietary-red-napa-valley","title":"Cain Cuvee NV15 Proprietary Red, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCain Cuvee NV15 is an outstanding Cabernet blend of different vintages from Napa' Spring Mountain producer Cain. Limited!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeople ask, why blend vintages? We ask, why not? The benefits of blending vintages can work similarly to blending varieties. 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It shows the denser, chewier style of the vintage but has rocking levels of black fruits, charcoal, peppery herbs, and leather. Full-bodied and concentrated on the palate, it offers good tannins and outstanding length.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...Needing no introduction for anyone that’s followed the Wine Advocate or the wine scene in Paso Robles for any time in the past decade, Heather and Justin Smith’s Saxum Vineyards continues to fashion sensational, world-class wines from a number of top sites on the west side of Paso Robles.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of California’s unquestionably superstar estates is Heather and Justin Smith’s Saxum Vineyards, and you won’t find any finer examples of Rhône variety wines anywhere in the world. The proprietors of James Berry Vineyard, located in the cooler Willow Creek District of Paso Robles, the Smiths have seen incredible changes over the past decade, and they’ve traded their small, old-fashioned, yet perfectly adequate cellar for a brand-new cave and state of the art winemaking facility. 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Limited.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e99 Points Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"A wine that’s going to flirt with perfection, the 2017 Authenticity offers everything you could want from Paso Robles. Incredible notes of blue fruits, lavender, violets, ground pepper, and spice all flow to a full-bodied effort that picks up more spice and meatiness with time in the glass. With lots of tannins, full-bodied richness and power, and flawless balance, don’t miss it. I\u003cstrong\u003et's another magical wine from this estate that needs to be tasted to be believed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Vivid purple. Intensely perfumed aromas of cassis, candied cherry, succulent flowers and pipe tobacco pick up a smoky overtone and building spiciness. 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