Clos Julien is a small winery specializing in cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from California. So, what sets the Sonoma coast apart as a top-tier source for Pinot Noir? It’s all about the fog. Clos Julien Pinot Noir hails from vineyards throughout the far Sonoma Coast, many perilously perched on steep ridges just a couple of miles from the pacific. Here, cool marine air sweeps in through the Petaluma Wind Gap, blanketing the vines in mist and extending the growing season. This slow, steady ripening allows Pinot Noir to develop exceptional depth and complexity. When farmed to perfection, these grapes command some of the highest prices in the world, typically destined for only the most prestigious bottles.

Clos Julien's Les Gravières Cabernet Sauvignon — a classic representation of Sonoma County — displays a mid-purple in the glass with subtle ruby highlights. On the nose, this Cabernet offers lovely aromas of baked black cherries, blackberries and kirsch marked with peppery vanilla notes. The palate is full-bodied and rich with soft, mouth-coating tannins and lively energy that balances with the beautiful purity of fruit. Those dark fruit flavors combine with notes of warming spices to coalesce into a long, dense and decadent finish. A beautiful example of Sonoma Cabernet and a treat for all those who love ripe, expressive, full-bodied wines. Enjoy with burgers, lamb kebobs or steaks off the grill.