Sonoma County, California

Silver Oak

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Deep ruby; medium plus aromas of new leather, coconut, cocoa nibs, ripe red and black plums; high alcohol, high tannins — 10 days ago

Juan, Dave and 1 other liked this

Dominus Estate

Dominus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2018

Wine Spectator #1 wine dinner. By far the crowd favorite. — 2 days ago

Rob, Sagee and 6 others liked this

Caymus Vineyards

Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1992

Double Magnum, still very young — 10 days ago

Jeroen, Ron and 5 others liked this

Duckhorn Vineyards

Napa Valley Merlot 2022

The best Merlot in my honest opinion. Coming from a Cab guy. — 5 days ago

Kosta Browne

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2022

Cherry, oak, and violet. Bold for a Pinot with a touch of clove. — a month ago

Rob liked this

Heitz Cellar

Martha's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Steak & football 🏈 with my buddies.
Minimum 3-4 hour decant when drinking this so soon.
— a day ago

Paul, Jeroen and 13 others liked this

Opus One

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2014

Still young. Needs some aging. Should peek at 99-100. — 10 days ago

Letha Phillips
with Letha
Rick, Tom and 6 others liked this

Merry Edwards

Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2023

My style of Sauvignon Blanc. Nice tropical notes and freshness. I still think the 2022 vintage is slightly better than the 2023.  — a month ago

Tom, Andrew and 3 others liked this

Far Niente Winery

Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Cork came out perfect.

Blasted it with wine2pro for some oxygen and then it really became expressive within about 30 mins.

Good grip and dark structure. Showed some savory notes

Fruit came later on as it mellowed with more airtime. Little blueberry and some black fruits.
— 15 days ago

Tom, Brandon and 5 others liked this

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars

Artemis Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars – Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Artemis is the gateway wine of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, one of Napa’s most iconic producers, remembered for its Judgment of Paris triumph in 1976. The 2014 vintage sits in a sweet spot: accessible, polished, and still carrying the hallmarks of Napa’s valley-floor fruit. This blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with small percentages of Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot layered in for balance.

Aromas & Flavors
Inviting notes of ripe blackberry, cassis, and black cherry lead the way, accented by cedar, vanilla, and hints of graphite. Subtle secondary notes of mocha and baking spice emerge as it opens in the glass, showing both freshness and depth.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with supple tannins and balanced acidity. Polished, silky textures glide across the palate, finishing with a long echo of dark fruit, oak spice, and a touch of savory herb.

Winemaking Notes
Aged around 15–20 months in French oak, Artemis strikes a balance between power and approachability. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ style is always about elegance over sheer force, and this vintage highlights that philosophy.

Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled ribeye, herb-crusted lamb, or hearty mushroom risotto. Its elegance also makes it a great match with aged cheddar or gouda.

Verdict
A graceful Napa Cabernet that proves why Stag’s Leap remains a benchmark. The 2014 Artemis is in a perfect drinking window now—refined, approachable, and still true to the estate’s legacy of elegance.
— a month ago

Ted, ESF and 1 other liked this