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Cabernet Sauvignon

Great Napa Valley Wines You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

$60 +Cabernet SauvignonCaliforniaNapaPREMIUM

By: Johannes Marlena
July 13, 2018

It’s too easy to get cynical about Napa Valley. And that’s a problem.     Prices seem to be at an untenable premium—for land, for grapes... Read more →

New & Current Releases from Winemaker Jesse Katz | March 2018

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By: Johannes Marlena
March 5, 2018

People are getting woke to Jesse Katz.     When the winemaker extraordinaire sets the world record for most expensive bottle ever sold—a... Read more →

HIDDEN NAPA VALLEY | Smith-Madrone Winery

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By: Johannes Marlena
February 20, 2018

Are we out of line for calling Smith-Madrone a “hidden” winery of Napa Valley, considering it was established in 1971? No, not until the world recognizes... Read more →

Great Wine: Substance Cabernet Sauvignon

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By: Johannes Marlena
January 21, 2018

Great $15 Cabs belong in an elite club that everyone wants to belong to.  It’s hard to do—making an affordable Cab that’s not too sweet, doesn’t... Read more →

APERTURE | Wine Reviews – New Releases: Sept. 2017

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By: Johannes Marlena
September 5, 2017

It’s been a seriously good streak of momentum and mojo for Alexander Valley-based winemaker Jesse Katz since the last time we caught up. Let’s see… his... Read more →
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