Clear Lake, North Coast

Double Diamond (Schrader)

Amber Knolls Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. No formal notes. The 2006 “Amber Knolls Vineyard” blows the mind. Yes, I know, it’s made by Schrader but this humble Lake County designation was meant to be enjoyed early while one allowed the more significant Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon’s mature. Yet here we are, thoroughly enjoying this 18 years from vintage. Fruit not only hanging on; dare I say this is still developing? Structure is sound. Drink now through 2030. Very impressive. — 6 months ago

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Obsidian Ridge

Estate Grown Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Smooth, yet earthy, rich, but not overpowering Cabernet. Good balance. Tannins are just right. Hints of black cherry and chocolate. It would be good with a steak. — 3 years ago

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Enfield Wine Co.

Heron Lake Vineyard Chardonnay 2020

Quite Chablis like. Just 600 bottles made. Not super complex. More on the subtle side. Lemon and touch herbs 🌿. 12.8%. One of the the producers which are on the burgh side of the spectrum. — 3 months ago

Ira, Rob and 3 others liked this

Shannon Ridge Vineyard

High Elevation Collection Lake County Wrangler Red Blend 2010

Very delicious! Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, Malbec & Petit Sirah. It’s almost Friday!! — 7 months ago

Ted, Tom and 7 others liked this

High Valley Vineyard

High Valley - Lake County Zinfandel 2019

Juicy and the right amount of acid for me to keep me engaged. Cherries and plums are the prominent combo I’m getting here. — 2 years ago

Steele Wines

Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Full, earthy, balanced. — 3 years ago

Paul and Laura liked this

Arnot-Roberts

Clear Lake Trousseau

Nate Wall
9.1

Note that this is the “North Coast” Trousseau, not “Clear Lake”. 2022 vintage. Beautiful wine - cherries, tobacco, a bit of leather, rose water. Almost like a very light Barbaresco. Lovely wine. — 5 months ago

Shawn liked this

Shannon Ridge Vineyard

Buck Shack Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon

Nice flavor pretty good body- even tannins — 8 months ago

Hawk and Horse Vineyards

Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Last bottle of this vintage and think it should be drunk now. It will likely last another 10 years but may not be same quality. Decanted this for 30-40 minutes and it opened up slightly. Very smooth on tannins and mellow. — a year ago

Milissa and Ron liked this