10 Shades of California Rhône at 90+ Points

New reviews of Rhône-style reds, whites and rosés from leading California appellations, many priced $35 or less

10 Shades of California Rhône at 90+ Points
Unti utilizes its 60 acres in Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley for a variety of Rhône-style wines, including elegant rosé. (Courtesy of Aaron Paul)
Jul 11, 2022

As we continue our coverage of Rhône-style wines from California, this week's selection spotlights the category's impressive diversity of styles, offering everything from bold reds to rich whites to elegant rosés. Best of all, each of these Golden State wines scored 90 points or more on Wine Spectator's 100-point scale.

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