93 Points: 2018 Native Red
Editor’s Choice
“This polished but full-bodied wine accelerates from light earth, leather, and plum aromas to rich, broad flavors of dark chocolate, mushrooms, and black cherries. Made with a field blend of traditional California grape varieties, its concentration, depth, and complexity are compelling.”
92 Points: 2018 Grenache, El Dorado
“This is a nicely structured, well-balanced wine with some nervy acidity to complement mouthwatering raspberry and cranberry flavors. Medium body and moderate tannins give it a good, grippy texture. ”
92 Points: 2018 Mourvedre, El Dorado
Editor’s Choice
“Opulent plum, blueberry, and black-cherry flavors give this full-bodied and moderately tannic wine lots to like, while moderate tannins add balance and grip. It’s an outstanding example of an underappreciated varietal.”
91 Points: 2018 Eighteen Sixty-One
“Floral and fruity notes compete for attention in this flavorful, full-bodied Rhône-style blend as moderate tannins support rose petal, strawberry, and concentrated black cherry on the palate. Best through 2024.”
91 Points: 2018 Zinfandel
“This forthright wine showcases the classic Zin characteristics of wild berries and black pepper on a firm texture of fruit acidity and moderate tannins. It is well balanced and ready for almost any occasion.”
90 Points: 2019 Viognier
“Creamy in flavor and mouthfeel, this medium-bodied wine is like a liquid apple tart, offering vanilla, baked apple, and croissant flavors on a rich, smooth texture.”
