Finding value in California wine is no easy task here in the UK, but a few producers, manage to produce high-quality wines at eminently affordable prices. Foremost among them are Backhouse, a label of O'Neill vintners dedicated to producing affordable,...

Playful in name but seriously well-made, Pavette (“little peacock”) is all about expressive, sustainable wines that overdeliver on character and value. Sourced from the cool-climate vineyards of Monterey, this Chardonnay is a bright, modern California style with freshness at its...

OVID Napa Valley represents fifteen acres of California’s most distinctive terroir, located atop Pritchard Hill at an elevation of 1,500 feet. There, the winemakers seek a harmonic balance between ‘tension & intention’ through wines that balance warmth and generosity with nerve, power...

Kings Carey entails boutique, small-production wines crafted by winemaker, James Sparks. "At Kings Carey, we keep it simple: single varietal and single vineyard.Carefully-curated grapes and pick times. Little-to-no manipulation.We let the region tell its story, and help the fruit fulfill...

Possibly  one of the best value Californian Chardonnay on the market. This is the second wine from the Varner Brothers Jim and Bob at their acclaimed Varner winery, known for crafting wines in a traditional Burgundian style. Unlike many Californian...

Valravn represents the culmination of over a decade spent building close relationships with growers across Sonoma County, allowing access to some of the region’s most characterful old-vine sites. This hands-on, vineyard-to-bottle approach results in wines that are authentic, expressive, and...

Foxglove Pinot Noir is brought to you by Varner Wines, a highly respected California producer known for their commitment to quality and tradition. Founded by twin brothers Jim and Bob Varner, the winery has built a stellar reputation for producing...

Outpost sits on the rocky volcanic soils of Howell Mountain. Their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the very best vineyard blocks located between 1,800 and 2,200 feet in elevation. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 18 months in 85% new French oak barrels....

OVID Napa Valley represents fifteen acres of California’s most distinctive terroir, located atop Pritchard Hill at an elevation of 1,500 feet. There, the winemakers seek a harmonic balance between ‘tension & intention’ through wines that balance warmth and generosity with nerve, power...

Few names in the wine world carry the same cult status as Sine Qua Non. Founded by Manfred Krankl, the estate is famous for producing tiny quantities of highly sought-after wines that push the boundaries of California winemaking. Each release is...

Kings Carey Wines is the personal project of James Sparks, who launched the label in 2014 to explore small-lot, site-driven expressions of Rhône and other Mediterranean varieties along California’s Central Coast. Sourcing from organically farmed vineyards and employing minimal intervention, native...

Founded by Justin Willett in 2005, Tyler Winery is one of the most acclaimed producers in California’s new wave of terroir-focused winemaking. Based in Lompoc, the estate produces small-lot wines that capture the nuance and energy of Santa Barbara’s coastal...

Cruse Wine Co. is a small winery in Petaluma, California.  Founder and owner, Michael Cruse has found inspiration in grape varieties such as St Laurent, Carignan, and Valdiguie for this wine; moving away from the more typical Cabernet or Pinot Noir...

The 2021 vintage is a concentrated and bold Cabernet Sauvignon. Made by The Stewarts who are a famous Napa family, producing Slingshot from fruit grown in the North Coast region. On the nose, strawberry, rhubarb pie, black pepper, clove, and fresh...

This is a vibrant orange wine with a golden hue and aromas of mandarin, apricot, and orange blossom. On the palate, it is textured and creamy with notes of stone fruit, balanced by zesty acidity and a gentle tannic grip....

Since 1978 Kistler have been among the leading producers of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Sonoma County. A meticulous approach in both vineyard and cellar leads to wines that have both intense concentration and elegant freshness. From a selection of...

Few names in the wine world carry the same cult status as Sine Qua Non. Founded by Manfred Krankl, the estate is famous for producing tiny quantities of highly sought-after wines that push the boundaries of California winemaking. Each release is...

Varner Wines, a highly respected California producer known for their commitment to quality and tradition. Founded by twin brothers Jim and Bob Varner, the winery has built a stellar reputation for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines that showcase the best of...

True to its name, Pavette (“little peacock”) delivers a wine that’s vibrant and full of charm. Sourced from the coastal vineyards of Santa Barbara County, this Pinot Noir reflects the region’s cooling influences, bringing freshness and precision to a naturally...

Buehler Vineyards, nestled in the heart of the Russian River Valley, is celebrated for producing exceptional Chardonnay that truly captures the spirit of this renowned region. With a deep commitment to quality, they source grapes from their own meticulously maintained...

A bold yet beautifully balanced Californian red, Pavette Zinfandel 2021 showcases a thoughtful blend of varieties, each bringing its own character to the final wine. Zinfandel and Petite Sirah are co-fermented with whole berries in closed-top tanks to preserve freshness...

Head winemaker Thomas Brown has come to learn the nuances of his vineyards, this allows him to create wines with distinct terroir and microclimates. Each year he selects 3 barrels to make the Block 6 from, this site has become...

The Sine Qua Non wines were founded in 1994 by Manfred and Elaine Krankl in Ventura, on California's Central Coast, the winery can be described as the epitome of an artisanal, cult winery. The estate farms four different vineyards, each with...

The Sine Qua Non wines were founded in 1994 by Manfred and Elaine Krankl in Ventura, on California's Central Coast, the winery can be described as the epitome of an artisanal, cult winery. The estate farms four different vineyards, each with...

A cult California Chenin from one of their most exciting modern producers. Sourced from the legendary Jurassic Park Vineyard in the Santa Cruz Mountains, this Chenin comes from old vines rooted in a cool, maritime-influenced site that allows the variety to...

Moone-Tsai produces rare and remarkable wines, whose pedigree is rooted in an extraordinary combination of exceptional fruit, terroir, and artisanal winemaking. With a commitment-to and experience-in creating notable wines, including the production of three celebrated #1-rated wines in the world. This...

Dana Estates is the third winery to occupy this piece of vineyard land in the heart of the famed Rutherford Bench. First farmed and developed by German viticulturalist H. W. Helms in 1883, it was purchased in 1976 by John...

Buehler Vineyards, nestled in the heart of the Russian River Valley, is celebrated for producing exceptional Chardonnay that truly captures the spirit of this renowned region. With a deep commitment to quality, they source grapes from their own meticulously maintained...

Pilcrow is a Napa Valley winery founded in 2014 by Sara and Jonah Beer, inspired by the region's iconic wines of the 1950s through 1970s. They focus on crafting Cabernet Sauvignon from distinct mountain vineyards, including Archer & Byrd on...

Donelean are a small, boutique Sonoma based winery producing Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Roussanne and Viognier.  They have elected to prize quality over all other factors. They start with great terroir, because site trumps all variables, and then proceed with...

Donelean are a small, boutique Sonoma based winery producing Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Roussanne and Viognier.  They have elected to prize quality over all other factors. They start with great terroir, because site trumps all variables, and then proceed with...

Moone-Tsai produce rare and remarkable wines, including the creation of three celebrated #1-rated wines in the world. A combination of exceptional fruit, terroir, and artisanal winemaking really set them apart in terms of quality and uniqueness.  100% Cab Sav sourced from a...

Platt Vineyard have been producing exceptional single vineyard expressions for top producers for nearly 20 years, They now have their very own “grand cru” wines from the far west Sonoma Coast. Settled 6 miles from the Pacific, planted on the...

Michael Cruse came to winemaking from a background in science. In 2008 he set up a winery in Petaluma, CA, where he built a custom grape crushing facility and launched his Champagne inspired Sparkling wine project, Ultramarine. In 2013 he...

From the celebrated Hudson Ranch estate in Carneros, this 2019 “Phoenix” is a beguiling red blend made with precision and depth. It comprises 68% Merlot and 32% Cabernet Franc sourced from four distinct vineyard sites, vinified with native yeasts and...

House of Brown Red is a modern Californian blend built on Cabernet Sauvignon, with equal parts Pinot Noir and Tempranillo, sourced from sustainably managed, regeneratively farmed vineyards in Lodi. The nose is lifted and aromatic, showing notes of tea leaf and...

 Ethereal, focused Syrah from the rocky hillsides of Napa's most exclusive growing site, Pritchard Hill. The beauty of this wine lies in the tiny sizes and large quantities of batches in the blend, with higher proportions of whole bunches adding...

From the Santa Barbara County Classics range from Au Bon Climat.  Winemaker and owner Jim Clendenen has been making Pinot Noir, with Santa Barbera grapes since 1982. Championing the variety in the area long before it was popularised by the...

Kokomo Winery is perched on the East side of Dry Creek Valley amidst the 120 acres of prime benchland vineyards of Timber Crest Farms.  Owner and Winemaker Erik Miller started the winery in 2004 naming it after his hometown of...

'Off The Hook' American Pale Ale is a taste of California. It’s a classic, packed full of the finest Cascade, Chinook and Citra hops. Created for easy drinking; sip after sip of west coast sunshine. Ingredients: Water, Barley, Wheat, Hops,...

Evening Land has quickly become one of Oregon’s most compelling names for finely tuned, terroir-driven Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Under the guidance of Sashi Moorman (and previously Rajat Parr), the estate focuses on precision, purity and a deep respect for the...

The wine comes from the Guadalupe Valley on the border with Southern California. With a cooling maritime influence, areas of relatively high altitude, and the consistent warm, dry growing conditions, it is seen as one of Mexico's most prestigious wine...

The wine comes from the Guadalupe Valley on the border with Southern California. With a cooling maritime influence, areas of relatively high altitude, and the consistent warm, dry growing conditions, it is seen as one of Mexico's most prestigious wine...

Ca’ Fiui is a hillside place known since Antiquity where, amidst vines and olive trees, Corte Sant’Alda has set up its cellar. Sunny, well-exposed vineyards produce well-ripened grapes ensuring body and and equilibrium for this impressive Valpolicella. Corvina Grossa, Corvina...

Cà dei Maghi is a small estate nestled in the rolling hills of Valpolicella, near the vineyards close to the town of Fumane. The Fasoli Fedrigo family began their winemaking tradition in Negrar in the 1800s. In the 1950s, Granny...

Cà dei Maghi is a small estate nestled in the rolling hills of Valpolicella, near the vineyards close to the town of Fumane. The Fasoli Fedrigo family began their winemaking tradition in Negrar in the 1800s. In the 1950s, Granny...