New World Wine

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New World wines are those wines produced outside the traditional wine-growing areas of Europe and the Middle East, in particular from Argentina, Australia, Chile, New Zealand, South Africa and the United States. The phrase connotes a distinction between these "New World" wines and those wines produced in "Old World" countries with a long-established history of wine production – most notably, France, Italy, Germany, Spain and Portugal.

North American Wine

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North American wine has been produced for over 300 years. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty United States, with California producing 89 percent of all US wine.[1] The United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world afterFrance, Italy, and Spain.[2]
The North American continent is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina. But the wine making industry is based on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers.[3] With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the sixth-most planted country in the world after France, Italy, Spain, China and Turkey.[4]

California

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California wine is wine made in the U.S. state of California. Almost three quarters the size of France, California accounts for nearly 90 percent of American wine production. The production of wine in California alone is one third larger than that of Australia. If California were a separate country, it would be the world's fourth largest wine producer.[2]
The state's viticultural history dates back to the 18th century when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards to produce wine for Mass.
Today there are more than 1,200 wineries in the state, ranging from small boutique wineries to large corporations with distribution around the globe.[3]

Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon (French: [kabɛʁnɛ soviˈɲɔ̃]) is one of the world's most widely recognized red wine grape varieties. It is grown in nearly every major wine producing country among a diverse spectrum of climates from Canada's Okanagan Valley to Lebanon's Beqaa Valley. Cabernet Sauvignon became internationally recognized through its prominence in Bordeaux wines where it is often blended with Merlot and Cabernet Franc. From France, the grape spread across Europe and to the New World where it found new homes in places like California's Santa Cruz Mountains, Napa Valley, New Zealand's Hawkes Bay, Australia's Margaret River and Coonawarra regions and Chile's Maipo Valley and Colchagua. For most of the 20th century, it was the world's most widely planted premium red wine grape until it was surpassed by Merlot in the 1990s.

The classic profile of Cabernet Sauvignon tends to be full-bodied wines with high tannins and noticeable acidity that contributes to the wine's aging potential. In cooler climates, Cabernet Sauvignon tends to produce wines with blackcurrant notes that can be accompanied by green bell pepper notes, mint and cedar which will all become more pronounced as the wine ages. In more moderate climates the blackcurrant notes are often seen with black cherry and black olives notes while in very hot climates the current flavors can veer towards the over-ripe and "jammy" side. In parts of Australia, particularly the Coonawarra wine region of South Australia, Cabernet Sauvignon wines tend to have a characteristic eucalyptus or menthol notes.

This exceptionally rich yet balanced Cabernet Sauvignon expresses wonderful dense aromas of ripe burnt early season cherries and scorched earth. The palate showcases classic notes of sweet black cherry, cassis and black raspberry. Tannins are beautifully integrated into this multidimensional, full-bodied yet wonderfully balanced wine. Finish is exceptional and lingering. This wine can certainly be enjoyed now but will only get better with age.

$42

A Cabernet Sauvignon exhibiting complex layers of cassis, black cherry, and tobacco leaf balanced with hints of graphite and bitter cocoa nibs that create the full body and smooth finish. The Petit Verdot adds color and complexity and brings a light and fruity flavor to the table. Malbec’s aroma of leather, tobacco and smoky finish help to balance to a point of perfection.

$36

B Side Cabernet Sauvignon lures you in with aromas of black cherry, dried black currants, roasted mushroom and a hint of mahogany. Its deep, inky garnet appearance is a striking preface to its full-bodied flavor. From the first sip you are greeted with flavors of cherry cobbler and chocolate covered blueberries that transition through the mid-palate with dark chocolate truffle, espresso and hints of dried tea leaf.

$47

The 2014 Bench Cabernet Sauvignon exudes a deep, dark purple color in the glass. The nose is vibrant with violets, huckleberry and a touch of vanilla spice. The palate is elegantly wound with dusty tannins and a supple, velvet texture. The long, seamless finish ebbs and flows with flavors of black currant, dark cocoa and black forest floor.

$39

A dark, scarlet red color, with powerful aromas of sweet ripe cabernet grapes. Initial impressions are fantastically appealing, brooding to expansive textural sensations of finely grained cacao tannins. The wine is balanced, rich, expressive and impressively complex. The backbone of fine tannin and sweet ripeness is a carry-­over
from perfectly mature fruit.

$89

The Indian Wells Cabernet is our warm climate ripe, jammy “New World” style of Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine typifies the Wahluke Slope region with dark fruit aromas and flavors. Syrah added an enhanced richness and concentration to the wine. A warm 2013 growing season resulted in beautifully ripe and balanced Washington Cabs. Nearly 40 percent of the fruit came from vineyards in Washington State’s Wahluke Slope AVA, known for producing concentrated fruit with intense color and flavor.

$39

The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon is rich with ripe fruit: Blueberry, black currant, licorice, along with hints of clove and vanilla. This wine is silky smooth, with a deeply structured backbone of fine grain tannins and long bright finish.

$100

Nice dark ruby red colour with purple glints. Very aromatic bouquet of ripe fruits sustained by slightly toasted notes. On the palate the start is round and particularly rich. Very present tannins, without being aggressive, which accompanies all the tasting. Aromatic persistency on the finish.

$33

This Rhône-style wine shows off its Paso Robles heritage with a gorgeous, opulent nose of rose petal, cherry cola, red delicious apple and vanilla. A wet stone minerality provides support and structure for these floral aromas. Full bodied, with firm but fine-grained tannins, this wine provides bountiful black plum, boysenberry and Bing cherry flavors, accompanied by nuances of espresso bean and toffee. The powerful mid-palate transitions seamlessly to a delicate finish of remarkable purity of fruit. This wine will age gracefully.

$110

From its first aromatic impressions, this lovely wine delivers classic Cabernet Sauvignon character, with ripe blackberry and boysenberry notes complemented by hints of toasty oak, sweet cocoa and baking spices. On the palate, beautiful structure and supple, mouth-coating tannins underscore the fruit and add to the long, layered finish.

$41

With great complexity, the wine expresses aromas of fresh boysenberry, blackberry pie, Bing cherry, dark chocolate, chocolate berry truffle dusted with cocoa powder, all integrated with the spicy sweetness of oak, cedar, cinnamon, clove and a hint of black pepper. The body is very full with a soft entry, coupled with dark cherry/berry flavors that develop from start to finish. With great texture and mouth feel, this cabernet is full bodied, rich and opulent. In one word....delicious.

$62

Aged for 18 months in American oak barrels (35% new barrels). Plenty of ripe, wild berry and plum aromas and flavors, framed by vanilla, spice, and toasty oak. Lush mid-palate tannins flow into a lengthy finish accented by bright fruit. Drink now through 2024.

$60

J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon is showing exceptionally dark color with a bright hue at release. Intense fruit aromas of black cherry, plum and blueberry are accented by a barrel bouquet of hazelnut, dark chocolate and toasted pastry. Sturdy tannins strike the palate and finish with the high- toned fruit signature that typifies the Paso Robles appellation.

$34

This Cabernet shows mountain intensity in its rich blackberry, black currant and cassis flavors. It’s bone dry, with thick but refined long tannins, and brightened by a fine burst of fruit and acidity. Blended with a little Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot for complexity, it drinks beautifully now, and will age for a decade or longer.

$46

The exemplary 2003 growing season in Alexander Valley produced a complex, ever-evolving wine that has come into its own with age. Over time, the oak has transitioned into a supporting role for the delicate black cherry flavors and exotic notes of earl grey tea and cigar box that float from the glass. Accompanied by an elegant balance of spices, acidity and silky tannins, this wine is a welcome addition at the dinner table to be enjoyed now through 2020

$93

Elegant aromas of crushed cherries, pomegranate and vanilla open to a soft, silky mouthfeel with flavors of rich red plum and baked blackberry. Subtle hints of nutmeg and allspice draw from well-integrated oak aging, balanced by soft fruit tannins. Enjoy now or cellar the 750mL through 2020 and 1.5L bottles by 2030. Decant prior to serving to further accentuate the aromas and flavors.

$83

This Cabernet has distinct flavors of blackberry, blueberry, red and black currants with enticing fragrances of mocha and nutmeg. Subtle notes of slate, cedar and tobacco leaf round out the fine grained tannins on the finish

$50

“No kid ever says, ‘When I grow up, I wanna work in an office.'” We’ve all heard that line a thousand times… but it’s not true—I said it, and I meant it too. Wake up! These days, an office can really be anywhere: up in a high rise, lounging first class… even vacationing on the beach. Business rarely accommodates your life. Why should you return the favor? It’s all in the palms of your hands anyways, so dig those toes a little deeper into the sand and liberate your workplace.

$39

“Like playing poker with friends, the dealer chooses which game
to share. In my case, the dealer chooses which wine to share with friends. For the 2009 vintage I chose the Terra a Lago vineyard and the Adam’s Knoll vineyard in the Alexander Valley. I love the play of blackberry and thyme aromas which mix with the black cherry and toasty vanilla notes. This one is full of dense, rich tannins and offers a lasting finish you won’t soon forget.”

$44

The elegant styled Rock & Vine exhibits gorgeous aromatics of pure black cherry and cassis interwoven with black tea and toasty oak. Medium bodied, with a solid core of blackberry and dark cherry fruit and hints of tobacco notes followed by great texture, sweet tannins, dense weight, equilibrium and a long finish. The fruit was selected from three ranches located in: Solano County (78%), Napa Valley (14%) and Mendocino County (8%) that showcases why the North Coast is the leader in California for growing Bordeaux varieties

$33

An elegant bouquet of cassis, violet, and sage tickle the nose. Aromas of dark chocolate, wet stone, and evergreen follow. The intense entry is layered with blackberry, anise, and higher toned red fruits. This wine builds through the mid-palate with more earth driven aromatics of cardamom, tobacco, and dark chocolate. The palate is beautifully balanced with great acidity and soft supple tannins that carry the broad aromas and flavors to a long dark finish. Expressive now, this wine will gain in complexity and depth with several years of age.

$95

This is a Cabernet with the Stags Leap District imprint all the way to its rich core. Lush, pro- nounced aromas lead to layers of flavor – black cherry, red cherry, savory herbs, cassis, black pepper, smoke, and briar fruit. The wine’s lively, energetic juiciness comes wrapped in ripe, chewy tannins offering the ideal structure for extensive aging.

$120

This ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon offers inviting aromas of black cherry and plum with hints of vanilla. On the palate, the wine has a
soft entry with ripe mixed berry and plum flavors. The wine has a medium-bodied mouthfeel with round, satin-like tannins.

$79

Lake County red volcanic soils, ample sunshine, almost no fog, and the cool night temperatures, all add up to a wonderful place to grow red grapes. Aged in American oak barrels for 15 months, this wine has aromas of dark red fruit with just a hint of fresh herbs; flavors of black cherry, boysenberry and tobacco with soft, yet lingering tannins.

$30

The complex nose exhibits black cherry, cocoa powder, cedar and spice nuances. A full-bodied wine with an exceptional fruit to tannin balance, it finishes with berry fruit, cedar and a touch of spice. This rich, mouth-filling wine matches well with beef, lamb, game meats and hard cheeses and will enhance a hearty stew or roast.

$35

Aromas of coffee and dark berries with hints of bay leaf carry through onto the palate. Firm tannins build alongside flavors of ripe plum fruit, sweet toffee and creamy oak in this classic Napa Cabernet. Delicious with beef, lamb and game dishes, especially those incorporating oregano, thyme, mushrooms and black pepper.

$87

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