Igor Sill’s small production, ultra-premium, Atlas Peak-derived varietals might be some of the best wines flying under the Napa Valley wine radar. But for those in the know, his award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Rosé are heralded as cult favorites. Titans of industry, A-list celebrities, and respected political leaders – those with access to the best – are amongst fans of the label that finds a home on wine lists at lauded establishments such as The French Laundry, Solage Resort, Montecito’s San Ysidro Ranch, and Lucky’s steak house. And when Oakville Grocery sought a label to represent the best of Atlas Peak, it selected Sill Family Vineyards to fill its shelves. But it’s not only the high quality that attracts. Sill’s ready accessibility is equally appealing. … [Read more...]

“A fine wine pervades your soul - when it’s exceptional and memorable it serves as an extraordinary experience brightening your life to everything.” We hope this finds you well and that 2020 is off to a great start. This is a friendly reminder that our spring allocation period will be ending on Wednesday, March 25th. We are grateful for the tremendous response to our 2017 vintage, and first ever release of our trés Merlot offering. We do not have enough wine to keep available beyond the end of the release period so to ensure you don’t miss out, please do order your wines soon via online or call me directly as soon as possible. Our trés Rosé de Chardonnay sell outs quickly. RESVERATROL: PURSUING NATURAL, NO ADDED SULFITES We’re off to another busy year with the early Spring warmth … [Read more...]

The French Laundry is an epic culinary experience to what Anthony Bourdain has called “the best restaurant in the world, period.” For over 40 years Thomas Keller’s legendary Yountville, Napa destination has remained the pinnacle of the fine California dining experience, topping every foodie’s bucket list. Chef Keller continues to pair incredibly classic French techniques with wildly fresh ingredients and fine wines in a setting that is a perfect storm of restaurant greatness— the dining experience you brag about for the rest of your life. From their website: "The French Laundry's wine program is characterized by the breadth and depth of its offerings and has held Wine Spectator's Grand Award since 2007. On our wine list, one finds bottles from all of the world’s major grape-growing … [Read more...]

Sill’s 2015 Atlas Peak très Cabernet Sauvignon is a hand-crafted Bordeaux-style blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, grapes harvested from their high elevation Atlas Peak Mountain vineyards. Gorgeous deep dark Ruby with aromas of sweet berry fruit and hints floral, herb and complex spice, each waft brings a new scent. On the palate cherry and sweet blackberry and with layers of complex flavors of cacao, vanilla spice, gentle earthy notes and splendid restrained oak tones. Silky smooth tannins, great mouthfeel with superb backbone, great balance, lingering finish ending with cherry fruit, vanilla oak, subtle mineral and flinty notes. Perfect ultra-premium fruit with world class hand-crafting made this incredible limited production exceptional wine. Wonderful to … [Read more...]

First of all, I have tasted hundreds of Rosé wines.  In fact, I went to a tasting a few months back and tasted over 30, can’t say there was 1 that I liked!  Well I guess you can say I broke my tasting streak, this is a Rosé to go out of you way to acquire a bottle, very elegant!  Superb! This is very special hand-crafted and unique Rosé, elegant, made with Sonoma Chardonnay (98%) adding a kiss of Rutherford Bench Napa Cabernet Sauvignon (2%), and in my opinion far better than the Rosé that herald from southeastern France where some of the best are produced.  I have never tasted anything like this previously.  Small production, grapes fermented and aged from French white oak wood staves from Allier, Nevers and Tronçais Haute Futaie forests, known for their sought after wood, with tighter … [Read more...]