varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon

Country of Origin: USA

Appellation: Alexander Valley

Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: This inaugural release is a grand slam! Sourcing from prime vineyard sites in Alexander Valley — in addition to their own estate fruit — yields exceptional fruit. Very concentrated flavors in a classic fruit-forward style that’s very accessible. A kiss of merlot adds smoothness to the 14-month French oak aging regimen. Black fruits dominate the nose with inky squid colors and hints of white pepper and dark chocolate. Time for that prime rib dinner celebration

Country of Origin: USA

Appellation: Paso Robles Estrella District

Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: This cabernet hails from one of Paso Robles’ eleven districts, Estrella. The nose is full of ripe tomato and herbaceous notes. While still a full-bodied wine, this is a more delicate style of Paso Robles cabernet, with balanced tannins and notes of bright red fruit, red currants and crisp cranberries.

Country of Origin: USA

Appellation: Paso Robles

Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: Ruby in color and displays aromas of cassis, black cherry, mocha and violets. Ripe flavors of blackberries and raspberries hit the mid-palate of this Paso Robles wine with a medium-long finish.

Country of Origin: USA

Appellation: Central Coast

Retail Price: $34.99

Tasting Notes: One of the early pioneers of this AVA, and winemaker Brenden Wood utilizes primarily the estate fruit from Lohr’s own Shotwell and Beck vineyards as the foundation for this offering. Estate-grown petite verdot, malbec and cab. Franc is added for rich complexity. 16 months in French oak, sourced from five select coopers. Deep color, concentrated black fruit notes, balanced tannins, with a smooth lingering finish. Perfect for a roast beef holiday meal.

Country of Origin: USA

Appellation: Napa Valley

Retail Price: $49.99

Tasting Notes: With a rich history that dates back to before the American Civil War, this offering reinforces that cab is king in the Napa Valley. Sourced from select valley sites with additional fruit from the Atlas Peak and Oak Knoll AVA’s. The addition of merlot, cab franc and petite verdot adds bright red fruit notes to the blend. Aged 24 months in French oak, with semisweet notes of cherry and maple syrup, black fruit hints, all which lead into a smooth slily finish. Classic Napa cabernet! Wonderful addition to the holiday dinner table.