California
California is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world, known for producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique character of the region.
One of the most famous vineyards in California is the Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi Winery, which produces a range of high-quality red and white wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, the Fumé Blanc Reserve, and the Chardonnay Reserve. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
In California, there is also a strong focus on producing organic and biodynamic wines, with vineyards such as the Frog's Leap Winery and the Benziger Family Winery using these practices to produce exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
Overall, California is a region known for producing exceptional wines, with famous vineyards such as Harlan Estate, Dominus, Opus One, Screaming Eagle, Robert Mondavi and many others. With a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices, and a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, wines from California are gaining increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide.
California
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California | 1 | 99 (WA) | HK$7,850.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (99)From the micro-terroir of the W. S. Keyes Vineyard on Howell Mountain, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is pushing perfection. Its incredibly opaque color is followed by notes of lead pencil shavings, mulberry, blackberry and dark raspberry fruit, some background oak and minerality, and profound richness in a full-bodied, multi-dimensional style. It is gorgeously ripe, and sexy already, with a lush and voluptuous texture. Drink it over the next 25+ years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (WA) | HK$16,820.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (99)From the micro-terroir of the W. S. Keyes Vineyard on Howell Mountain, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is pushing perfection. Its incredibly opaque color is followed by notes of lead pencil shavings, mulberry, blackberry and dark raspberry fruit, some background oak and minerality, and profound richness in a full-bodied, multi-dimensional style. It is gorgeously ripe, and sexy already, with a lush and voluptuous texture. Drink it over the next 25+ years. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) | HK$10,500.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (99)From a site Chris calls their closest to Bordeaux, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain flirts with perfection and tastes like the essence of this cooler mountain terroir. Blueberries, cassis, plums, menthol, and violet notes all emerge from this full-bodied, elegant, yet incredibly sexy, seamless 2015 that has fine, fine tannin, and a finish that won’t quit. With both mouthfilling power and richness as well as elegance and finesse, it’s an incredible wine that could come from nowhere else. Drink it anytime over the coming 2-3 decades. |
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California | 1 | 98 (WA) | HK$11,450.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98)The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (100% Cabernet Sauvignon) is deep purple-black in color and offers an incredible perfume of lilacs, black truffles, violets and menthol over a core of cassis, mulberries and warm plums plus a waft of tobacco leaf. The palate is full-bodied and built like a brick house with very firm, very ripe tannins and oodles of freshness cutting through the earthy layers, finishing very long. 920 cases produced. |
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California | 1 | 94+ (VN) | HK$17,105.00 | |||||
Vinous (94+)Good deep ruby. Rich aromas of currant and graphite minerality. Lush, round and large-scaled, with strong rocky and mineral qualities adding interest to its very sexy flavors of black raspberry and spices. Dry, classic, powerful cabernet whose broad tannins are amazingly supple for Mount Veeder. Finishes subtle and extremely long. An excellent vintage for this bottling, which is from vines planted at 1,700 feet. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$6,510.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder is as compelling a Cabernet Sauvignon as one could ever hope to taste. This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from a high-elevation site boasts an inky/purple color, and smells of ink, blueberry liqueur, blackberries, black raspberries, mulberries, licorice, charcoal and camphor. With magnificent fruit richness, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, and incredible length, this seamlessly constructed 2012 should provide immense pleasure for 25+ years. Kudos to winemaker Chris Carpenter as he is clearly at the top of his game. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$17,400.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder is as compelling a Cabernet Sauvignon as one could ever hope to taste. This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from a high-elevation site boasts an inky/purple color, and smells of ink, blueberry liqueur, blackberries, black raspberries, mulberries, licorice, charcoal and camphor. With magnificent fruit richness, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, and incredible length, this seamlessly constructed 2012 should provide immense pleasure for 25+ years. Kudos to winemaker Chris Carpenter as he is clearly at the top of his game. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) | HK$10,500.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (100)The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder is beautifully complete, with a layered, multi-dimensional, elegant profile that's more structured than the Diamond Mountain, yet more seamless and approachable than the Howell Mountain. Crème de cassis, Asian spice, smoked earth, incense and sandalwood note all flow to full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon that has no hard edges, ultra-fine tannin, incredible purity of fruit, and a great finish. As with all these 2014s, it's not about huge richness and opulence and more about purity, nuance and balance. It's a damn near perfect wine that will only get better with 2-4 years of bottle age and keep for three to four decades. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$9,800.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)Very deep inky purple colored, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder is a little youthfully reticent at this stage, offering glimpses at freshly crushed black currants, black berries and plums with touches of dried Provence herbs, menthol, cigar boxes and Indian spices. Full-bodied with very firm, very ripe tannins and an incredible core of black fruit, earth and spice layers, it has wonderful freshness and depth, finishing long and multilayered. 618 cases produced. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) | HK$10,290.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (100)Unfortunately, there won’t be a 2017 due to the fires, but the perfect 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Mt. Veeder should certain tide you over. This literally off-the-charts effort is a good as Cabernet Sauvignon gets, offering complex blueberry and blackberry fruits, violets, bay leaf, and forest floor aromas and flavors. It’s a big, structured mountain Cabernet, yet it has a seamless texture, incredible elegance paired with full-bodied power, building tannins, and a great, great finish. Hide bottles for 4-5 years and it will keep for 3+ decades. Good luck keeping your hands off it, though. Anticipated maturity: 2023-2051 |
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California | 1 | 100 (JS) | HK$11,025.00 | |||||
James Suckling (100)Blackberries, herbs, green pine needles, blackcurrants and lead pencil. Full-bodied with incredible structure and powerful tannins. It goes on for minutes. The structure is something else. Muscular, but the tannins give form and focus to the beautiful fruit. Mountain-grown Latour! Extraordinary. Try after 2026. |
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California | 1 | 100 (JD) | HK$7,090.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (100)Another riveting wine, the 2019 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon has a Château Latour-like stature and regalness, with full-bodied richness and incredible concentration, as well as structure, on the palate. Cassis, blueberry liqueur, lead pencil shavings, crushed stone, and graphite notes all define the nose, and it hits the palate with incredible power and opulence, yet stays pure, flawlessly balanced, and has a finish that won't quit. This is as brilliant as Cabernet gets, and Carpenter is clearly playing with the best in the business. Give bottles 4-5 years if you can and it will cruise for 30-40 years. |
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California | 2 | 98 (WA) | HK$8,135.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98)Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain leaps from the glass with vibrant black currant cordial, blueberry and black cherry scents with touches of tree bark, black pepper, rose hip tea and violets. The medium to full-bodied palate has a solid structure of firm, chewy tannins supporting the muscular fruit, finishing with great freshness and plenty of latent depth. Give it another 2-3 years in bottle and drink it over the next 30+. 624 cases produced. |
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California | 1 | 99 (JD) | HK$10,025.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (99)Also borderline perfection, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District offers more conifer and pine forest notes as well as vivid blueberry fruits, a full-bodied, intense, layered mouthfeel, thrilling elegance, and a big finish. My note on this one was sprinkled with a few expletives and this wine has everything you could want from Cabernet Sauvignon. As with the other 2016s from Chris, 2-4 years of bottle age are recommended. |
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California | 1 | - | HK$6,690.00 | |||||
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Long Meadow Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 exemplifies Napa Valley’s esteemed terroir, meticulously crafted by the Mondavi family. Sourced from premier vineyard sites, the grapes benefit from optimal sunlight and well-drained soils, ensuring exceptional ripeness and concentration. During harvest, hand-picked clusters are carefully selected to preserve their integrity. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, promoting the extraction of rich flavours and structured tannins. The wine undergoes extended maturation in French oak barrels, imparting subtle notes of cedar and vanilla while allowing its inherent complexity to flourish. On the palate, the 2017 displays a harmonious balance of dark cherry, blackberry, and hints of espresso, finishing with a velvety texture and enduring length. Long Meadow Ranch, renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainable practices, delivers a Cabernet Sauvignon that is both elegant and robust, making it a distinguished choice for discerning connoisseurs. |
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California | 10 | - | HK$4,695.00 | |||||
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Experience the elegance of Long Meadow Ranch Merlot 2017, a distinguished expression from the heart of Napa Valley. Crafted by the renowned Long Meadow Ranch, this Merlot embodies meticulous vineyard practices and sustainable farming. Handpicked from estate-grown Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes, the 2017 vintage benefits from a warm growing season, allowing optimal ripeness and depth of flavour. In the winery, the grapes undergo gentle fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, preserving their vibrant fruit characteristics. The wine is then aged for 18 months in American oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances while maintaining its silky tannin structure. On the palate, it reveals layers of black cherry, plum, and hints of cocoa, culminating in a long, polished finish. Perfectly balanced and refined, Long Meadow Ranch Merlot 2017 is a quintessential choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and complexity in every sip. |
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California | 1 | - | HK$4,900.00 | |||||
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The Long Meadow Ranch Merlot 2018 exemplifies the heart of Livermore Valley’s esteemed winemaking tradition. Hand-harvested from meticulously tended vineyards, this Merlot showcases a masterful blend of traditional techniques and innovative practices. Fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant fruit character, it undergoes ageing in French oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The 2018 vintage benefits from an optimal growing season, delivering a wine of exceptional balance and depth. Long Meadow Ranch, renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, meticulously cultivates each vine to express the unique terroir of the region. On the palate, the Long Meadow Ranch Merlot 2018 reveals rich plum and black cherry flavours, complemented by silky tannins and a lingering finish. This elegant Merlot is a testament to the winery’s dedication to crafting fine wines that delight connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike. |
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California | 1 | 100 (WA) | HK$2,700.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (100)A perfect wine, that seems to have gone from one strength to another since I first tasted it, the 100% Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Lot 1 is absolutely amazing wine. It was aged 21 months in 87% new French oak, finished at 15.3% alcohol and was another abundant vintage, as this lot produced 850 cases, which is even more than 2012 and slightly less than 2003 and 2014. The wine has an inky purple color, a gorgeous nose of graphite, blueberry liqueur intermixed with cassis, blackberry, espresso roast, chocolate and graphite. Dense and incredibly intense with good acidity (slightly lower pH than the 2012, reflected in the character of the wine), fabulous purity and a finish that goes on for close to 50+ seconds. This could well turn out to be the greatest wine ever made at the Louis Martini Winery and that is saying something. It has at least 30-50+ years of aging potential and is clearly a compelling effort from this historic and iconic winery in Napa. |
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California | 1 | - | HK$8,000.00 | |||||
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Experience the pinnacle of fine wine with the Louis M Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Lot No 1 2017. This exquisite masterpiece from the renowned California wine house denotes a craft refined over 85 years and three family generations. The Cabernet Sauvignon Lot No 1 hails from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, a region synonymous with producing wines of unparalleled quality and depth. This vintage is no exception, offering rich, mouth-filling flavours layered with complex nuances. Aged in French oak barrels for 26 months, the wine exhibits a seamless, generous texture underpinned by an elegant tannin structure. This opulent Cabernet delightfully expresses dark, concentrated fruit and spices, surrounding a core of intense blackberry and black plum. The Louis M Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Lot No 1 2017 embodies the precise winemaking pedigree of Louis M. Martini, carrying the legacy of outstanding Californian winemaking into the contemporary era. |
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California | 1 | - | HK$845.00 | |||||
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Discover the elegance of Marimar Estate Don Miguel Cristina Pinot Noir 2017, a distinguished expression from one of Argentina’s premier wineries. Crafted in the heart of the Uco Valley, this Pinot Noir benefits from the region’s high altitude and diverse microclimates, fostering optimal grape ripeness and nuanced flavours. Hand-harvested from the Don Miguel Cristina vineyard, the grapes undergo meticulous fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their delicate aromatics. Aging for 18 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle spice and complexity, enhancing its vibrant red fruit profile with notes of cherry, raspberry, and hints of earthy undertones. Marimar Estate, renowned for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques, ensures each bottle exemplifies finesse and balance. The 2017 vintage showcases exceptional structure and a silky finish, making it a superb choice for discerning connoisseurs. Elevate your collection with this exquisite Marimar Estate Don Miguel Cristina Pinot Noir 2017, a testament to fine Argentine craftsmanship. |
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