A new winery out of Napa, Plotline was founded in 2023 by John LaCour. The winery focuses on classic Bordeaux varietals—such as Merlot from the Oak Knoll District, Cabernet Sauvignon, and limited white blends like Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc.
The wines are seriously good and well-textured. I love the new 2025 Plotline Semillon (OB, 93) which is smooth and silky throughout the drinking experience. Learn more at https://www.plotlinewine.com/ and here are my reviews of the new Plotline wines.
2025 Plotline ‘Carneros’ Semillon- The 2025 Plotline ‘Carneros’ Semillon is a beautiful, golden edition of this varietal. Honeydew melon, walnut and shades of poached pear all combine with nutty nuances on the palate. Big round and generous, enjoy now and over the next eight years. Drink 2026-2034 93
2024 Plotline ‘The Blackbird Vineyard’ Merlot- The outstanding 2024 Plotline ‘The Blackbird Vineyard’ Merlot offers kirsch and black currants on the nose with sandalwood tones that connects with hints of espresso grounds. The palate is silky and refined with a terrific mouthfeel, poise and flavor density. A stunning wine to consume now, enjoy over the next fifteen years to come. But why wait? Drink 2026-2041- 94
2024 Plotline ‘Rutherford’ Cabernet Sauvignon- The 2024 ‘Rutherford’ Cabernet Sauvignon shows silky and refined tannins on the mid-palate. Dense dark fruits parade with milk chocolate, dried herbs, loamy soils and shades of creme de cassis on the palate. Smooth and elegant throughout the drinking experience, enjoy now and over the next ten plus years. Drink 2026-2041- 94