The Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon opens with inviting aromas of cherry, plum and dusty rose. This is a big wine with elegant tannins and flavors of raspberry, black currant and spice. With a velvety mouth-feel and smooth finish, this wine is food friendly and made to pair with a myriad of dishes; perfect as an aperitif or as a complement to fine steak.
A nice swirl of the glass reveals aromas of sandalwood, currant and plum that pleasantly lead to enticing flavors of blueberry, blackberry and violet. Juicy and robust, our 2012 Reserve Selection Merlot displays nice structure, firm tannins and a lengthy finish worthy of the designation of Reserve Selection.
The Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon opens with inviting aromas of cherry, plum and dusty rose. This is a big wine with elegant tannins and flavors of raspberry, black currant and spice. With a velvety mouth-feel and smooth finish, this wine is food friendly and made to pair with a myriad of dishes; perfect as an aperitif or as a complement to fine steak.
R Collection by Raymond reflects our winery’s deep roots and pioneering spirit in California winemaking with a diverse collection of wines showcasing California’s vineyard bounty. The Lot No. 3 designation refers to the winemaking team of Stephanie Putnam, Kathy George and Jean-Charles Boisset who artfully crafted this wine from select lots of California Merlot.
The Raymond Reserve Selection Napa Valley Chardonnay opens with alluring aromas of orange blossom and honeysuckle. Full-bodied with excellent balance, the wine displays flavors of pear, apple and lemon before ending with a long, rich finish.
The pinnacle of Raymond’s Cabernet prowess, Generations Cabernet grapes are selected each year from the best vineyard lots and blended to create a wine worthy of the Raymond legacy in the Napa Valley. The grapes are the highest expression of our estate vineyards and select long-term vineyard partners; special lots are identified early in the winemaking process and vinified and aged separately. Extended aging in tight-grained Nevers French oak imparts a well-balanced, subtle oak influence yielding Generations’ signature harmony and elegance.
This Chardonnay has a rich, creamy mouthfeel with enticing aromas of honeysuckle and orange blossom; crisp pear, apple and lemon flavors fill the palate.
The Nostalgic Napa Valley Merlot opens with rich aromas of red cherry, plum and currant that are brilliantly accented with notes of raspberry, clove and spicy earth. Bing cherry, cassis and baked rhubarb flavors fill the palate and are complemented by hints of tobacco, coffee and black pepper. This is a well-balanced wine with good structure, full round flavors and a lingering vanilla finish. This versatile wine will pair well with a variety of dishes. We suggest trying it with peppercorn marinated flank steak or braised duck with a cherry sauce.