2015 Bodega Rancho Red Blend Bennett Valley Sonoma

We could not be more blown away by the sheer opulence and pure over-the-top Californian style on display here. Showy and without any sense of shyness or reservation - calling it a  Caymus-like seems appropriate.

Even more appropriate once you learn owner Derek Beitler is the nephew of Caymus co-founder Chuck Wagner, and he basically grew up in the cellar there, honing his craft over the years. Eventually he headed up two insanely successful operations - Carne Humana and Skyhook - both of which delivered incredible quality and exceptional value. Now he’s pushing the envelope again with Bodega Rancho