West Coast Party Combo

98 The Wine Illuminati

2024 Porcelina Blue Heron Farms 

Lithe, full, and gracefully layered, the wine moves with subtle richness sharpened by vibrant acidity. Aromatics of bright stone fruit, key lime crème, and lemon oil intertwine with savory threads of wet minerals, yellow spices, and mixed florals. It’s a harmonious interplay of brightness and depth, revealing a Chardonnay of both delicacy and quiet power.

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2023 Zeitgeist Howell Mountain

The 2023 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Scents of crème de cassis, plum preserves, and dark chocolate jump from the glass, followed by fragrant suggestions of sandalwood, cardamom, and peppermint. The full-bodied palate is densely packed with bold black fruit and savory/earthy flavors, supported by firm, wonderfully ripe tannins and a refreshing line, finishing with epic length. The fruit for this wine comes from Abreu's Las Posadas.