92 PTS Wilfred Wong. Exemplifies how a wine that combines elements of flavors (earth and fruit) can be so much better.

88 PTS Wilfred Wong. Fragrant and fine, full and layered white. Makes a solid statement for this varietal in the Napa Valley.

89 PTS WILFRED WONG. Sturdy yet smooth that focuses nicely on the red and blackberry flavors. A shading of oak in the background.

A refined effort, the smooth and layered exhibits bright red fruit flavors with a fine accent of earthy minerals; drinks very nice now.

91 PTS Wine Advocate. Intense cassis & blackberry notes in the fragrant bouquet.

An fine effort, the Trinchero Merlot shows up with finely ripe fruit flavors that last nicely on the palate superb with pork tenderloin or roast turkey or pork tenderloin.

SILVER MEDAL, 2008 LONG BEACH GRAND CRU WINE COMP. A pretty Cabernet with finely ripened fruit flavors, the '06 Trinchero Family Cabernet eases it way onto the palate; finishes soft and flavorful.

SILVER MEDAL, 2008 LONG BEACH GRAND CRU WINE COMP. A complete Chardonnay, the '07 Trinchero Family Selection drinks famously on the palate; pretty, ripe fruit flavors abound with great ease.

GOLD MEDAL, 2002 CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR WINE COMP. Bright and delicious, the rich yet nicely textured Trinchero '98 Mario's Reserve Cabernet is a wine of superb balance; excellent for current drinking.

90 PTS WINE ENTHUSAIST. The ripe, fruity and delicious '05 Trinchero Chicken Ranch Cabernet flatters with deep, long flavors of blackberries, black currants and cassis; lush mouthfeel and long finish.

GOLD MEDAL, 2008 MONTEREY WINE COMP. One of the great Napa Valley Cabernets, the formidable '04 Trinchero Lewelling Cabernet is bold and beautiful yet balanced and refined; a good cellar candidate.

89 PTS WILFRED WONG. On the richer side, the well-defined '05 Trinchero Vista Montone Chardonnay basks in the glory of ripe fruit flavors with an obvious yet restrained accent of vanilla oakiness.

BRONZE MEDAL, 2008 SAN FRANCISCO INT'L WINE COMP. Pure fruit goodness is the hallmark of the lively '07 Trinchero Family Sauvignon Blanc; perky from start to finish; solid performance here.

A tangy little thing, the brisk Trinchero Family Pinot Noir stays crisp and lively on the palate; bursting with a bounty of red fruit flavors, this wine drinks well, now.

The Trinchero Vista Montone Pinot Noir is rich and smooth, with ripe cherry fruit; lively aftertaste.

93 PTS WINE ADVOCATE. The opulent '08 Cloud Nest Cab displays layers & layers of fruit & a rich, powerful finish with no hard edges. Pleny of tannin, but the luxurious fruit levels conceal most of it.

GOLD MEDAL, 2014 SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE WINE COMP. A suave and sophisticated effort, the well balanced and youthfully complex red and black fruit is delicious and smooth; will age nicely, too.

An fine expression of Merlot; the Trinchero Mee Vineyard displays smooth fruit; great density on the palate; excellent balance; a wonderful match with medium rare tri-tips.