Bold and powerful, the 2017 Mt. Veeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful expression of the estate vineyard, adeptly displaying red fruit color and flavor, including Bing cherries and bright red spice, followed by hints... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
We believe strongly in the power and promise of Oregon Chardonnay. Sigrid Chardonnay is an homage to our Swedish grandmother whose spirit, grace, and strength inspired three generations... Read More
Hailing from Lebanon by way of Paris, Daniel and Georges moved to California in their youth and soon achieved success in business. This, however, was just the beginning of their journey. Inspired by their family history and worldview,... Read More
Dearden's Cabernet Sauvignon 'Sleeping Giant' 2018 offers a captivating bouquet of ripe blackberries and currants, intertwining with subtle hints of dark chocolate and vanilla, creating an enticing aroma. On the palate,... Read More
We here at Stage Left have been big fans of Chris Dearden for many years (since he was GM / COO at Robert Biale Vineyards). It is only recently that we've been able to taste Dearden Wines. In March 2024, we held a tasting... Read More
Our great-grandfather, Richard Detert, came to the US from Germany in 1909 at the age of 23 and eventually made his way to CA in 1926 to manage his uncle’s (W.F. Detert, who came thethe U.S. in 1866)... Read More
ULTIMATUM is dedicated to producing the very best Cabernet Sauvignon possible from the pinnacle of Double Rock estate in Oakville, Napa Valley. The word “ultimatum” has Latin roots which mean “final.”... Read More
Every once in a while you come across something that defies your expectations in a most delightful way. Kevin Kinsella did not grow up on a vineyard. He did not live through many vintages toiling in a cellar. Kevin made his success... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above theRussian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon on the... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above the Russian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above the Russian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon on... Read More
La Pelle Wines was founded in 2016 by Maayan Koschitzky, Miguel Luna and Pete Richmond. With a mission to create terroir-driven wines that are the ultimate expression of the sites from which the fruit is sourced. Though the partner's... Read More
La Pelle Wines was founded in 2016 by Maayan Koschitzky, Miguel Luna and Pete Richmond. With a mission to create terroir-driven wines that are the ultimate expression of the sites from which the fruit is sourced. Though the partner's... Read More
Paul Hobbs Description If you don't know Paul, you should. His wines from California and Argentina and now New York and France are extraordinary. Paul is one of the most sought-after winemakers on three continents. He's... Read More
Mark & Francis have been major fans of Paul Hobbs since the early days of Stage Left 'An American Cafe'. The Paul Hobbs winemaker dinner held every January continues to be our most popular, selling... Read More
f you don't know Paul, you should. His wines from California and Argentina and now New York and France are extraordinary. Paul is one of the most sought-after winemakers on three continents. He's one of the smartest guys... Read More