SIZE

3 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $659.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Giuseppe Quintarelli

VINTAGE

2016

COLOUR

red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Veneto IGT, Veneto, Italy

GRAPE

cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot

96 Points, Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The Quintarelli Giuseppe 2012 Cabernet Alzero (packaged in a heavy glass bottle) is a stunning wine that delivers a level of cautious brawn, intensity and fruit weight that sets this wine apart within the portfolio. The blend is 40% Cabernet Franc, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, and the grapes all undergo a few months of appassimento. I've been asked about possible perception of VA (volatile acidity) that can sometimes appear in wines made with air-dried fruit. As a much-respected Italian colleague once told me, "serve a dare spalla," ("it gives a shoulder to the wine"), and I can't help but admire the beautifully lifted and upright quality of the bouquet that appears especially radiant and buoyant in this wine. The magic, whatever it is, works.

Notes by Anthony Lynch 

Have you ever wondered what first-growth Bordeaux would taste like if subjected to the great Venetian tradition of producing wine from dried grapes? The Alzero is just that, combining the leather, tobacco, and blackcurrant of the Left Bank with the concentration and intense notes of ripe fruit acquired from appassimento in this powerful monument to northern Italian viticulture. The sublime flavors persist on the epic, never-ending finale to what is essentially an Amarone made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $36.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Don & Sons

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

NORTH COAST, California, USA

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon, PETIT SYRAH, MERLOT, CABERNET FRANC

 

The B Side Cabernet Sauvignon is a deeply concentrated and expressive wine. Aromas of boysenberry, blackberry, currants, Kalamata olive, and dried lavender are pronounced on the nose. This is a full-bodied wine with juicy layers of dark fruit, jam, baked pie, and hints of cinnamon flavor. The brooding fruit is quintessential Napa and Sonoma and with ripe, powdery tannins the wine is soft and easy to enjoy in its youth. The wine is aged for 12 months in predominately French oak barrels (Francois Frere & Radoux) with a small portion seeing time in American Oak. The toasty French oak frames the wine and the addition of a small amount of American oak gives a pleasing, sweet coconut lift. This overall wine is deep, well-structured, and intensely flavored with soft tannins and a lengthy finish.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $69.99 EACH

PRODUCER

The BLANKBOTTLE Winery

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Somerset West, South Africa

GRAPE

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

 

Scared is what you feel, BRAVE is what you do 2021! 

Grown in the Helderberg Vineyard - right next to Somerset West. Decomposed granitic soil down the mountain at 190 meters above sea level protected against the South Easter. The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness and cooled overnight to 4 degrees celsius. The next morning the grapes were destemmed to open top fermenters. The juice underwent spontaneous fermentation and stayed on the skins for as long as possible. Pressed into French oak small barrels - 40% new oak, 18 months in barrel, blended and bottled.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $26.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Lyeth Estate

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

California, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

The 2022 Lyeth California Cabernet Sauvignon truly expresses the character and depth of the varietal. With violets and raspberries on the nose, this wine shows strong flavors of rich, ripe plum fruit on the palate. The black fruit is seamless and elegant with fine-grain soft tannins and a long chocolate finish.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $22.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Ironstone Vineyards

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

California, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

 

Grown in vineyards that are over 45 years old, this medium-bodied Zin has exceptional varietal character with lovely aromas of dark fruit and blackberry. Subtle pepper spice mingles with richly concentrated fruit flavors of blackberry, ripe plums and fresh red raspberries. Barrel aging created its smooth, silky finish and unprecedented depth.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $18.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Leaping Horse

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

California, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

The Leaping Horse Cabernet Sauvignon is a luscious Cabernet with deep red-purple hues and flavors of black currant and cherry with hints of blueberry jam, eucalyptus and mint with lovely vanilla and coffee notes. It is smooth, rich and deliciously enjoyable.

The Kautz family has been promoting and working with sustainable viticulture for over 35 years. This Cabernet Sauvignon comes from soils that are sandy loam and well-drained allowing the wonderful ripeness come through to the grapes.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $56.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Black Stallion Estate Winery

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Napa Valley, California, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

2023 AMERICAN WINERY OF THE YEAR - Wine Enthusiast

 

The 2021 vintage continues our signature profile of a slightly softer, and approachable Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. This rich and refined wine does not require years of further aging to achieve ideal balance and enjoy upon release. The full-bodied structure is a hallmark. The wine opens with stunning aromas of blackberry, black currant, and toasty notes of cedar; the palate is concentrated with bold, velvety flavours of black cherry and a hint of spice. Intense, concentrated fruit and fine grained tannins with beautifully balanced acidity extends to an elegant finish. Dedicated to producing small-batch, site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon, Black Stallion have built a stellar reputation for their age worthy, expressive wines with dense, dark berry fruit and medium high acidity.

92 Points, Wine Enthusiast (previous vintage)

This handsome, well-structured wine deftly balances refined black fruits and subtle oak spices against fine-grained tannins. It has an elegance and polish that sets it apart, from the minty perfume to intricate fruits and a long finish. Best from 2026–2036.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $16.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Viña Echeverria

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

CuricÓ Valley, Chile

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

A round and vibrant medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, with plum and strawberry flavours combined with hints of red pepper and spices. The palate is smooth and balanced and red fruit flavours abound on the palate.

 

The Viña Echeverría Reserva range comprises seven wines, which are characterized by their lively and fruity appeal. Fresh and vibrant with little or no oak, they are a true expression of the individuality of each grape variety. These are wines which work as well as aperitif or house wines, as they do with food. The grapes for this wine are 100% handpicked, fermented in stainless steel and then aged in 225 liter French used barrels for about 4-5 months. 

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $41.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Hess Collection

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

North Coast, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Crafted with fruit selected from some of the finest vineyards across California’s North Coast, this wine offers pleasing aromas of black currant, black plum and savory herbs. Rich and round upon entry, layers of black fruit and espresso are surrounded by perfectly toasted oak and are marked by beautiful supple tannins on the long finish.

 

Sourced primarily from the highly regarded Red Hills district of Lake County, the grapes are farmed to our exacting standards. This unique growing region offers a relatively mild Mediterranean climate with predictable heating and cooling cycles. Rolling hillsides and benchlands offer prime vineyard sites producing flavorful fruit with layers of agreeable acids and balanced tannins.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $129.99 EACH

PRODUCER

BURGESS CELLARS

VINTAGE

2016

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

NAPA VALLEY, California, USA

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

A dense and concentrated cabernet with aromas and flavors of confectionary blackberry and stewed cassis. The lush fruit is brought into balance by high tone herbal aromatics of mint, sage, and sweet tobacco. The distinctively thick-skinned Cabernet grapes provide a long velvety finish.

 

93 Points, Wine & Spirits

Meghan Zobeck makes this wine with cabernet from Burgess’s Sorenson Vineyard, a west-facing parcel on Howell Mountain, blending in a small amount of petit verdot and malbec from Haymaker, an eastfacing vineyard slightly higher in elevation. Aged mostly in neutral French oak barrels (15 percent were new), this developed a textural grace without the weight of oak tannins, feeling airy in its richness. There’s darkness to the fruit and a marrow-bone savor, ending light and breezy.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $17.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Ironstone Vineyards

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

California, United States

GRAPE

cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc 

 

Black currants, raspberry, and dark cherry flavors find themselves soaring amongst the toasted oak that produces this smooth and flavorful Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon.

If confronted with a grill, choose the ribeye or find the lighter side of a special spiced rubbed chicken. A pasta dish with savory tomatoes and other vegetables is enough to make this drifter stop and take notice. Cruise by the chocolate aisle for an intriguing dessert choice. Whichever direction you take, a mouth-pleasing experience can be yours.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $81.99 EACH

PRODUCER

tenuta di arceno

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

tUSCANY, Italy

GRAPE

merlot, Cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, petit verdot

The nose reveals fresh and juicy aromas of strawberries and raspberries, with notes of mint. The palate is rich with flavors of ripe plums and bright cherries, as well as floral tones of rose and honeysuckle notes. Soft tannins are framed by lively acids. The finish is long and spicy with notes of nutmeg and black licorice, followed by persistent white pepper and tobacco. 

 

Fauno Arcanum is a Bordeaux blend that embodies the diversity of the estate. It comes mainly from the Arceno di Sotto, La Curva, Colombaio and San Giovanni blocks, located in the south-west part of the estate, in a lower and warmer subsection, well exposed and which ripens early. The soils are predominantly clayey, with high water retention and produce wines that tend to be richer and more opulent. 

 

93 Points, James Suckling

Cedary oak with plenty of dark chocolate, tapenade, black beans, roasted pepper and blackberries. Recognizable cabernet characters give this depth and a demureness. Full-bodied on the palate with fine, dusty tannins and a flavorful middle extending to a long, solid finish. Some bitter chocolate at the end. Drinkable now, but better from 2025.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $609.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Heitz Cellar

VINTAGE

2017

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

oakville, Napa Valley, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

96 Points, Wine Advocate (previous vintage) 

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard barely hints at eucalyptus on the nose, with much more emphasis given to black cherries and cassis. This is full-bodied and rich, nicely balancing richness and texture against linear shape and focus and picking up hints of blueberries and spice on the long, mouthwatering finish. With 112 barrels having been bottled, there's a fair bit of this wine to go around, if one can afford it.

 

In the mid-1960s, an agreement was made between Joe Heitz and Tom May to source cabernet sauvignon fruit from May’s small Oakville vineyard for Heitz wines. Ever since 1966, Heitz Cellar has been crafting the now illustrious Martha’s Vineyard cabernet sauvignon, one of our three vineyard-designated cabernet sauvignons.

Tucked against the Mayacamas mountains in the celebrated Oakville AVA, with fertile, well-drained soil and afternoon shade, this superior site is home to the unique proprietary cabernet clone which has brought this vineyard legendary status.

“Standing in Martha’s Vineyard, you quickly realize why this site consistently produces a remarkable Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard receives gentle morning and early afternoon sunlight and is sheltered from the heat of the late afternoon sun by the mountains. This allows for longer hang time and Martha’s Vineyard is, historically, one of the last vineyards we pick. This ability to leave the fruit on the vine longer than other sites allows for concentration of flavor and softening of tannin to produce a wine so pure in its expression of place. The consistency in showcasing Martha’s Vineyard’s unique mint, bay leaf, dark berry and chocolate notes year after year is a reminder of why this vineyard has commanded a faithful following since the 1966 vintage.” – Brittany Sherwood, Winemaker

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $149.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Ramey Wine Cellars

VINTAGE

2018

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

Napa Valley, United States

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

 

On the old-school side, with a nice grippy structure and a swath of warm earth holding down the fort, while the core of red and black currant reduction notes unwind slowly. Packs heavy tobacco and cast iron on the finish. Best from 2025 through 2034.

 

94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, which includes the addition of 7% Petit Verdot and 2% each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, pours a deep, nearly opaque blackish red hue. Its classic aromas of toasted cedar, black currants, fresh leather, and tobacco leaf are followed by a full-bodied red with good energy and balance throughout. It offers ripe tannins, a fine, soft texture, and ripe black cherry, fresh violets, and tea leaf. It’s a beautifully expressive wine with great drinkability.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $22.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Viña Echeverria

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

CuricÓ Valley, Chile

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 
This wine is made of grapes grown on calcareous clay and limestone soils. Hand-harvested, spontaneous fermentation, unfined and unfiltered. This wine has an intense and vibrant cherry color. This natural wine appears slightly cloudy due to it’s lack of processing. On the nose, it has lively aromas of black cherry and fresh plum. The palate is fresh and persistent, silky with soft tannins and has a lush floral flavor that combines raspberry fruit.

This wine is made of grapes grown on calcareous clay and limestone soils. Hand-harvested, spontaneous fermentation, unfined and unfiltered. This wine has an intense and vibrant cherry color. This natural wine appears slightly cloudy due to it’s lack of processing. On the nose, it has lively aromas of black cherry and fresh plum. The palate is fresh and persistent, silky with soft tannins and has a lush floral flavor that combines raspberry fruit.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $23.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Don & Sons

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

lodi, California, USA

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon, tempranillo, petite sirah, zinfandel

 

Deep purple in color, this wine has alluring aromatic notes of blackberry, leather, cinnamon and toasted cedar with hints of white pepper. The first sip shows juicy flavorsof dark ripe cherry, and raspberry compote. The mouthfeel is silky, with a lengthy and flavorful finish with notes of plum, vanilla and toasted almonds.

 

Plungerhead wines start in the heart of Lodi, California, which has grown in popularity over recent years for crafting world class wines. Our goal is to make wines reflective of Lodi’s true character with rich flavors that are bold and reflective of its unique soil and Mediterranean climate.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $20.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Don & Sons

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Sonoma County, California, USA

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Aroma bouquet of blackberry cobbler, mission fig, sorghum molasses and bold notes of cigar box. Initial rich flavour of blackberry, boysenberry and black cherry are followed by cocoa on the mid-palate. Full-bodied and well-balanced, dusty cedar notes frame the rich, dark fruit character.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $374.99 EACH

PRODUCER

BURGRESS CELLARS

VINTAGE

2014

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

NAPA VALLEY, California, USA

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon

The reserve wines for Burgess are produced with grapes from the oldest vines on our Sorenson Vineyard, planted in 1979. Aromas and flavors of just ripened blue and red fruit are accentuated by the savory herbal aromatics of rosemary and thyme. There is a touch of mint as well as intense earthy graphite aromas.

85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 2.5% Malbec, 2.5% Merlot

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $73.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Meerlust Estate

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Stellenbosch, western cape, South Africa

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

 

Very youthful colour, deep and dense with almost purple hue. Quintessential Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedar wood, fennel, and intense spiciness. Typical liquorice notes also evident on the nose. Still young and intense, the palate is full bodied, structured but packed with fresh dark fruit and rounded tannins and seamlessly integrated oak.

The Rubicon is a true expression of the Meerlust estate and draws fruit from their four distinctive terroirs. Each terroir provides a unique element to the final blend.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $18.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Rivera

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Castel del Monte, Puglia, Italy

GRAPE

Nero di Troia, Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Ruby with purple highlights; bouquet of wild red berry fruit; smooth, fruity late, well balanced with subtly tannic finish. Rivera is a benchmark producer of premium wine from Italy's Puglia region.  

Each case contains 2 bottles of each:

 

Heitz Napa Cabernet Sauvignon - 2018

A pure, balanced and fresh Napa cabernet that is not just showing heady concentration and dark fruit. Here you get some violets, nimble flowers, redcurrants, graphite and fine spices. Some oranges, too. Fragrant and nuanced. Medium to full body with tight yet refined tannins. The elegance and balanced structure of the 2018 vintage will make this an incredible wine to drink upon release and will continue to reward with cellar aging.

 

Heitz Trailside Vineyard Cabernet - 2017

The silky tannins and tightly wound core of this wine are hallmark signs of this vintage’s aging potential. Blackberry, ripe raspberry, cassis liqueur, and briar notes fill the glass and are complemented by an earthy sweetness that Trailside has become synonymous with. Fresh vanilla, toasted nuts, and baking spice characteristics from the Limousin oak give an elegant lift to the ripe fruit notes.

 

Heitz Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon - 2017

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard boasts gentle eucalyptus and vanilla shadings accenting bolder notes of cassis and black cherries. It's medium to full-bodied and firmly structured, aristocratic even, with a streamlined shape on the palate and a long, silky-textured finish.Keeps nice tension at the core while showcasing a flirtatious edge.

 

 

 

 

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $13.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Viña Echeverria

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

Curico Valley, Chile

GRAPE

Cabernet Sauvignon, carmenere

 

Intense and lively, with a juicy mouthful of ripe red fruits, a smooth palate and a round tasty finish. These Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are from ungrafted selected clones of pre-phylloxera French rootstock with 5% Carmenère.