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California

From the fog-kissed coastlines of Sonoma to the sun-baked hills of Paso Robles, California is less a single wine region than a state of mind - vast, varied, and vibrantly expressive. It’s a land where the Pacific’s cool breath meets mountain heat, where each valley and vineyard tells its own story. Across more than 800 miles of vineyards, the climate shifts from oceanic to desert, producing wines that range from the delicate and mineral to the bold and hedonistic, all with that unmistakable Californian glow.

Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon may be the headline acts, defining the state’s global reputation with opulent texture and polish, but California’s strength lies in its diversity. Pinot Noir thrives in the coastal fog of Santa Barbara and Sonoma Coast; Zinfandel, the old-vine hero, channels spice and history from Lodi and Dry Creek; Rhône varieties flourish in Paso Robles, while Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, and even sparkling wines showcase the region’s restless creativity. Each AVA, from the grandeur of Napa to the windswept edges of Mendocino, brings its own accent to the chorus.

What ties it all together is the state’s pioneering spirit. California winemakers have always dared to dream big, to experiment, blend, and redefine what’s possible. The result is a winemaking culture that’s open-minded yet precise, luxurious yet fresh, rooted in terroir but unafraid of innovation. California doesn’t follow the rules; it writes them in sunlight, in soil, and in every glass that captures its golden heart.

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2017 'Maggio' Old Vines Petite Sirah, Oak Ridge Winery

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This richly coloured wine offers opulent notes of dark berried fruit and blueberry, with nuances of black pepper, fine cocoa and vanilla. Showing l...

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2022 'Elysium' Black Muscat, Quady - 375ml

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Elysium is a brilliant crimson-purple colour with aromas of ripe berries, rose petals, strawberries and lychees. The vibrant acidity balances beaut...

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2021 'Essensia' Orange Muscat, Quady - 375ml

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Vibrantly coloured, Essencia delivers luscious sweet oranges and apricots on the palate with bittersweet orange marmalade notes which balance well ...

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2023 'Maggio' Chardonnay, Oak Ridge Winery

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This vibrant Chardonnay delivers fruity aromas of peach, mango, pineapple and melon. Beautifully balanced on the palate, with refreshing citrus fla...

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2023 'Maggio' Old Vine Zinfandel, Oak Ridge Winery

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Velvet & Smoke Deep, generous and gloriously full of Californian warmth, this old vine Zinfandel is all about richness with just enough restrai...

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2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Gnarly Head

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This Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold wine grown from some of the oldest vines in California. Gnarly Head’s untamed vines produce full-flavoured grapes...

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2022 Old Vine Zinfandel, Gnarly Head

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This bold Old Vine Zinfandel from Gnarly Head is a rich and intense wine with a deep ruby colour. The nose is full of dark fruit aromas with a touc...

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2019 Pinot Noir, Old Stage

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A balanced and graceful Pinot Noir with aromas of strawberry, raspberry and rhubarb and a touch of sage. Beautifully integrated oak supports the pu...

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2019 Old Stage Chardonnay, Gabilan Winery

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A richly textured Chardonnay, with bright notes of citrus, pear and tangerine and a touch of oak spice through to a long, elegant finish with miner...

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2019 Foxglove Chardonnay, Varner Wines

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California, Unbuttoned Bright, generous and wonderfully easy to like, this is Chardonnay with all the sunny California charm you want, but delivere...

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2021 Foxglove Zinfandel, Varner Wines

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Paso in Full Colour Juicy, vibrant and packed with character, this is Zinfandel with all the warmth and swagger you want, but with a fresher, more ...

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2022 Foxglove Cabernet Sauvignon, Varner Wines

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Hillside Ease Dark-fruited, polished and quietly confident, this is Cabernet with all the depth you want, but with a softer, more relaxed stride th...

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2023 Cabernet Sauvignon 'R Collection', Raymond Vineyards

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This Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of dark red fruits and blackberry pie accented with a touch of clove. Opulent on the palate with rich fla...

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2021 Mendo Blendo 'Tollini Vineyard', Peterson Winery

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This blend of Petit Sirah, Carignan, Syrah and Grenache (42%,25%,25% and 8%) is a smooth, yet robust wine showing lovely balance and complex aromas...

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2017 Zero Manipulation, Tollini Vineyard, Peterson

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Lush yet laid-back, Zero Manipulation is California’s answer to authenticity. A blend of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah, it bursts with bright red fr...

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2019 Foxglove Pinot Noir, Varner Wines

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Pacific Silk Bright, supple and quietly seductive, this is Pinot Noir with that lovely Santa Barbara balance of perfume and poise. Wild strawberry,...

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2018 Le Cigare Volant 'Cuvée Oumuamua', Bonny Doon Vineyard

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The Flying Cigar Returns This is the Rhône Ranger in full cosmic mode, Californian sunshine filtered through a Châteauneuf-du-Pape daydream. The 20...

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2019 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel, Peterson Winery

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Dry Creek After Dark Deep, generous and beautifully composed, this is Zinfandel with all the warmth and richness you want, but with a finer edge th...

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Starboard Batch 88, Quady

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Batch 88 is an easy drinking port-style wine with ripe fruit and nutty elements, that place it somewhere between a ruby port and a tawny port. It i...

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2023 Monterey Chardonnay, La Crema

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California Coastline Cream Bright, generous and full of coastal charm, the 2023 Monterey Chardonnay is La Crema in its most sunny, easy-loving mood...

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2023 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, La Crema

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Coastal Silk Elegant, juicy and beautifully polished, the 2023 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay shows La Crema’s more refined side. Meyer lemon, pear and wh...

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2022 Chardonnay 'Reserve Selection', Raymond Vineyards

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Steeped in rich family history, Raymond vineyards can trace its origins in winemaking back to the days of the ‘old’ Napa Valley.   Founded in 1970,...

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2021 Chardonnay, Black Stallion

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The Black Stallion Estate Winery Chardonnay opens with aromas of yellow apple, crème brûlée and hints of apricot, pear and oak. The flavors are ...

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2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso d'Oro

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The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso d’Oro is a bold yet polished expression of Paso Robles, crafted by winemaker Laura Orozco, whose family legac...

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