Clearwater Creek Chardonnay Mendocino Alder Springs Vineyards 2009
United States / California
A light and sunny golden hue in the glass; aromas suggest oyster shells, fresh herbs and lemon rind, with a hint of vanilla. The mouth is medium-bodied and silky, with plenty of saturated and juicy white and yellow fruits. Certainly our most noble and balanced Chardonnay, a direct result of the impeccable terroir of the Alder Springs Vineyard ranch; open this next to your favorite “label” California Chardonnay and see how it compares.

Clearwater Creek Pinot Noir Carneros 2009
United States / California
From a knockout vintage we were able to secure some top-notch fruit from northern California’s go-to address for cool weather Pinot Noir—the Carneros region. Cool fogs in the morning keep the California sun at bay, allowing Pinot Noir to develop slowly and deliciously, with spice and sweet fruit and plenty of character. What value!

Clearwater Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 2007
United States / California
The signature of the world-renowned Knights Valley is all over this wine—hints of black olives and autumn underbrush give an earthy, sultry edge to supple and silky Cabernet fruit. We added 20% Cabernet Franc to boot; a little bit of Bordeaux nobility, a whole lot of California sheer fruit and silky power.

Clearwater Creek Chardonnay Napa County 2007
United States / California
Creamy and full, this special selection of Chardonnay from the cool Mayacamas Mountains in Napa brings Meursault to northern California—here you get loads of lavish, gold-lined fruit plus a refreshing mineral cut and balance.

Clearwater Creek Meritage Napa Valley 2007
United States / California
Plush and lush from perfume to spicy, savory finish, this is a blockbuster of a Meritage (say like heritage) and one that delivers serious pleasure for a very good price. The mouth is endlessly silky, with luscious flavors of more black fruits and expressive baking spices...