“Hyper-clean, quality-focused, with a selection of grape sources that is still being curated and refined, this is a Napa newcomer to watch.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Whoa… HEAVY, man.

We’re not talking about dropping in on a big wave. This is all about getting slotted by a powerful Napa Cab churning with deep fruit and complexity. One rocking 93 points, and a maxed-out discount of $80+ OFF the $125 winery price!

Grape Culture might be a new project, but the Cranor family has been in the industry for years. They started Nottingham Cellars in Livermore nearly 20 years ago. Recently they branched out and set up Grape Culture in Napa and now source from some tremendous vineyards like Sangiacomo, Sugarloaf, Beckstoffer Georges III, Nosotros, and more.

As The Independent recites “The first Grape Culture wines were well received, encouraging the pair to expand their efforts to source Cabernet Sauvignon from prized Napa vineyards. From the outset, both Cranor and Ploof have been ecstatic about the relationships they’ve established with Napa Valley growers, feeling they are among kindred spirits who strive for excellence at every turn.”

High Tide is an homage to Robert Mondavi and one of their two flagships. Sourced from a variety of vineyards around the valley - from Calistoga to St Helena, Yountville to Atlas Peak. A good portion of High Tide hails from Wolf and Hendrickson vineyards, which grow truly exceptional Cabernet. Plush and full, with a round opulence that flows from front to back. Roasted black plum, crème de cassis, mixed dried berries, and Tahitian vanilla bean. Sweet oak, smooth tannins and a great package top it all off.

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93 Points – James Suckling

“Deep and succulent dark berry character with notes of baking spices, dried blue flowers and crushed stones, follow through to a full body with plush, fine-grained tannins, that are firm and slightly chewy. Chalky and crunchy finish. Try from 2025.”