Cavern Select

Notes of citrus blossom and white nectarine on the nose. Lychee, pear, and papaya flavors on the mid-palate with a crisp, racy finish.

Aromatic notes of citrus pith, wet stone, and white peaches. A round mouth feel on the mid palate pairs with flavors of pear and apple blossom with a crisp finish. Pair with grilled swordfish, crab cakes, roasted vegetables and cheese (Chevre, Brie).

Notes cherry preserves, tarragon, and anise on the nose. Flavors of kola, candied red plum, lavender on the full mid-palate with fine grained tannins with a smooth finish.

Notes of black cherries, pomegranate, and herbs. Flavors of raspberries, bubble gum, and spice on the mid-palate with bright acidity and slightly effervescent finish. Carbonic maceration is a winemaking technique that is applied primarily to light- to medium-bodied red wines to make them fruitier and to soften their tannins. 

A truly Classic California Cabernet Sauvignon with lush overripe to dried black and blue fruits dominating the mid-palate, an array of savory herbaceous aromatics with a whisper of green olive, and this beautiful dusty sandalwood which helps envelope the velvety tannins. A limited production wine from the Willow Creek District.

Rich, bold and full-bodied with aromas and flavors of ripe blackberries, baking spice and dried herbs. The 2020 shows firm, velvety tannins with balanced acidity and a long fine-grained finish. 

Gold Medal/90 points - 2023 Orange County Wine Competition

Our 2021 Cavern Select Carignan has notes of black plum, pomegranate, and herbs. Flavors of raspberries and peppercorn on the mid-palate with a velvety fine grained tannin finish.

Gold Medal/90 points - 2023 Orange County Wine Competition

Notes of lemon peel, apple blossom, and crushed stone. Fine bubbles accompany apricot and papaya flavors with a clean finish.

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast 2023

Our 2019 Cavern Select Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of black currant, tarragon, and pipe tobacco. Flavors of cassis, leather, and graphite complement this wine’s fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity.

Notes of blackberry, sweet tobacco, and chocolate on the nose. Flavors of boysenberry preserves, black currant, and dried herbs fill out this round, full bodied wine. The wine has beautiful dusty tannins and a soft lingering finish.

Notes of sandalwood, savory herbs, and cassis on the nose. Flavors of blackberry preserves, cigar box, and molasses fill out this full-bodied wine. Balanced, with plush fine-grained tannins and a long finish. This wine comes from a collection of our favorite vineyards in the Paso Robles Adelaida District. Aged for almost 24 months in 60% new French oak. Pair with roasted lamb, mushroom and herb flatbread, Charcuterie, smoked Gouda, Manchego, and Blue Cheese.

Gold Medal/91 points - 2023 Orange County Wine Competition

Aromas of ripe black raspberries, sage, and cocoa. Flavors of dried plums, cedar and sweet tobacco accompany this wine’s bright acidity and fine-grained tannins with a long, robust finish.

The 2022 Cavern Select Rosé is bright pink in color with green mango, hibiscus, and stone on the nose. Flavors of blood orange and strawberry compliment the crisp acidity on the finish.

The 2021 Cavern Select Dusi Zinfandel is a medium to full bodied wine with aromas and flavors of bramble, sweet tobacco, cocoa, and dried herbs. The wines’ rich mouthfeel and balanced acidity followed by dusty tannins on the finish.  

91 Points - Wine Enthusiast 2022

Aromas and flavors of bramble, sweet tobacco, cocoa, and dried herbs. The wines’ rich mouthfeel and balanced acidity are followed by dusty tannins on the finish.  Serve with cheese & charcuterie, fresh pastas with mushrooms and herbs, and roasted lamb.