89 pts Robert Parker Jr.'s The Wine Advocate (NM) The 2016 Sanctuary Peak Sauvignon Blanc is blended with barrel fermented 6% Semillon, the Sauvignon in 50% new oak. It has a crisp green apple, kiwi…

91 pts Tim Atkin One of two Shannon Sauvignon Blancs, this is the (mew) wooded version and contains 11% Semillon. Nettley and fresh, with notes of lime and fresh herbs and deftly handled vanilla…

91 pts Tim Atkin- One of two Shannon Sauvignon Blancs, this is the (new) wooded version and contains 11% Semillon. Nettley and fresh, with notes of lime and fresh herbs and deftly handled vanilla…

Made with the help of Master of Wine Richard Kershaw, this is a serious, wellstructured Sauvignon Blanc that outperforms many of its peers. Blackcurrant.

91 pts Tim Atkin MW 2022 Made with the help of Master of Wine Richard Kershaw, this is a serious, well-structured Sauvignon Blanc that outperforms many of its peers. Blackcurrant leaf and elderflower…

Considerable emphasis is placed on maximizing the different French and Italian merlot expressions in the vineyard but picked and vinified all together and matured in

The focus of this wine is based on a vineyard component arising from low yielding Table Mountain Sandstone soils. Using neutral yeasts, Shannon Sauvignon Blanc

91 pts Tim Atkin MW 2022 Made with the help of Master of Wine Richard Kershaw, this is a serious, well-structured Sauvignon Blanc that outperforms many of its peers. Blackcurrant leaf and elderflower…

The focus of this wine is based on a vineyard component arising from low yielding Table Mountain Sandstone soils. Using neutral yeasts, Shannon Sauvignon Blanc

This wine must be ordered online or by phone at 510-525-9463. Minimum orders are firm. Timelines associated with expedited delivery services are only from the date of shipment. Solano Cellars cannot…

The focus of this wine is based on a vineyard component arising from unique low yielding Table Mountain Sandstone soils. Using natural yeasts, Shannon Semillon

Considerable emphasis is placed on maximising the different French and Italian merlot expressions in the vineyard but picked and vinified all together and matured in

92 pts Tim Atkin MW This is the most of Shannon's three Merlots, but it's still better than the majority of Cape examples of the grape. Produced from a co-fermentation of five different clones, this…

93pts John Platter (4 1/2 stars) - Adds vineyard name with perfectly poised 17. Lambs wool & hay on scintillating array of aromas & flavors by rapier-like acidity. As with 16 and previous, ferment in…

The Downes Family Merlot 2019 captivates from the outset with its deep, alluring ruby hue and intoxicating aromas. On the nose, anticipate a delicate ballet

90 pts Wine Advocate May 2021 The 2019 Downes Family Merlot starts juicy and dusty with delightful layers of dusty plum, sour cherry and soft elements of juicy tobacco, hints of oak and a gentle…

This wine must be ordered online or by phone at 510-525-9463. Minimum orders are firm. Timelines associated with expedited delivery services are only from the date of shipment. Solano Cellars cannot…

This wine must be ordered online or by phone at 510-525-9463. Minimum orders are firm. Timelines associated with expedited delivery services are only from the date of shipment. Solano Cellars cannot…

95 pts Winemag.co.za August 2022 Matured for 11 months in 228-litre barrels, 23% new. Struck-match reduction before citrus and oatmeal on the nose. The palate has immense depth of fruit and bright…