2013 Relic - Cabernet Franc Napa Valley The Prior

2015 Sanguis - Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Barbara The Highlands

2013 Donelan Family - Syrah Russian River Walker Vine Hill

One of the larger scaled examples of this cuvee I've tried, the 2013 Syrah Walker Vine Hill saw only partial destemming and 20 months in 25% new French oak. Reminding me a great vintage of Hermitage Les Bessards from Delas, it boasts phenomenal notes of c...

2013 Donelan - Chardonnay Sonoma Nancie

Coming from Sonoma County, the 2013 Chardonnay Nancie is terrific effort that has both richness and freshness. Sautéed apples, honeycomb, some salty minerality and toasted bread all flow to rich, yet racy white that has vibrant acidity and a clean finish.

2014 Sanguis - Chardonnay blend Santa Barbara Hat Trick

Composed of 50% Marsanne, 35% Chardonnay and 15% Roussanne, the 2014 The Hat Trick has a fragrant nose of honeyed lemons, orange blossoms, allspice and baker’s yeast with touches of beeswax and fresh straw. The medium-bodied palate has an opulent oiliness...