Featured Wines of the Month

Opening with an inviting nose of pineapple, kiwi, and fresh-cut grass layered with hints of hay, muscat florals, and a touch of piña colada. On the palate, it bursts with energetic flavors of juniper berry, lime zest, and lemon-lime, offering a bright, zippy profile that’s both refreshing and true to varietal. 

The grapes were handpicked at night to preserve vibrant flavors. They were whole cluster pressed, using a long, slow low pressure extraction. Vibrant citrus and delicate floral notes lead to a wine that is lively, persistent, and textured on the palate with notes of honey suckle, white lily, lemon grass, quince, and Asian pear. Pairings: Steamed clams and mussels, grilled halibut steaks, crab and English pea risotto, or pasta with pesto, ricotta, or burrata.

This blend delivers the best qualities of Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, and Semillon. Aromas of peach, orange blossom, honeysuckle, and lemongrass. On the palate, a burst of grapefruit, lychee, tangerine, and cherry, with notes of minerality.  Texture is refreshingly light with a fuller midpalate and refreshing acidity.

Fresh aromas of white peach and honeydew melon brightened by notes of key lime zest and night blooming jasmine. On the palate, enticing layers of nectarine and fresh orange blossom unfold alongside a whisper of sea spray, with a soft, rounded midpalate lifted by an elegant ribbon of limestone minerality. The finish is long, crisp, and mouthwatering.

Inviting aromas of baking spice, cardamom, and rich blackberry compote. On the palate, vibrant notes of strawberry and cranberry unfold alongside elegant, soft tannins that lend a silky texture. The wine finishes with a lift of spice and a graceful freshness, capturing the poise and charm of the vintage.

The 2021 Hook & Ladder Tillerman Red Blend (Cab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc & Sangiovese) offers a vibrant profile of dark fruits like blackberry, black cherry, and plum, layered with notes of baking spices, tobacco, cocoa, and espresso, leading to a rich, velvety, and long finish with smooth tannins and hints of vanilla, ideal for pairing with rich dishes or enjoying on its own. 

With a bouquet of cedar, spice, and sun-ripened blackberries, our Sonoma Zinfandel makes a strong first impression. Bold and richly textured on the palate with an intensity and purity of fruit reflected in notes of wild blueberries, plum, and black currants. A light dusting of tannins provides structure and a long finish that is boueyed by fresh juicy acidity.

Hailing from 2 vineyard sites in the renowned Alexander Valley, vines between 10 and 15 years old. Fermented in steel, aged in oak. This Cabernet-dominated red has lush dark berry fruits with smooth, beautifully integrated tannins. Heady aromas of black cherry, cassis, ripe plums are nicely balanced with hints of spice and a long silky finish.  (WE 91 pts, SJ 90 pts)