Join us at Oak And Vine in downtown Glendale for an extraordinary evening showcasing world-class Napa Valley winemaking. On Thursday, December 3rd, we are featuring an exclusive tasting flight highlighting the acclaimed work of 100-point master winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, Matthew Wallace, and a featured pour of Four Doors Cabernet Sauvignon from the iconic Stags Leap District.
Whether you are a seasoned collector of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon or looking to explore ultra-premium Stags Leap District single-block bottlings, this guided flight offers rare access to benchmark California wines in our comfortable lounge environment.
Winemaker Spotlight & Terroir
Thomas Rivers Brown: Widely regarded as one of modern Napa Valley's most talented and sought-after winemakers, Thomas Rivers Brown has earned scores of 100-point ratings from top wine critics. Known for his non-interventionist approach, his wines capture the purest expression of Napa's finest vineyard sites, celebrated for seamless texture, plush fruit density, and incredible structural elegance.
Matthew Wallace & Regusci Vineyards: Steeped in historic Stags Leap District heritage, Matthew Wallace and the legendary Regusci family cultivate some of the most coveted terroir in California. The Stags Leap District is famous for producing Cabernet Sauvignons with signature velvet-soft tannins, rich dark berry concentration, and vibrant natural balance.
Four Doors: Crafted by Jay Regusci Jr. in the heart of the Stags Leap District, Four Doors represents small-lot, precision winemaking from historic estate vines. This limited allocation highlights the power, elegance, and unmistakable sense of place that defines Stags Leap terroir.
Featured Pour List & Tasting Notes
-
The Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley (2024 / 2025):
Tasting Notes: Bright, aromatic, and refined. Delivers crisp lime zest, white peach, lemongrass, and subtle flinty minerality with a vibrant, clean finish. -
The Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (2024):
Tasting Notes: Rich and layered with classic Napa intensity. Showcases ripe cassis, black cherry, cocoa nib, and sweet French oak spices framed by fine-grained tannins. -
Regusci Block 1 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District (2021 / 2023):
Tasting Notes: A powerhouse single-block expression. Displays dark plum, espresso bean, crushed rock, and the signature silky velvet tannins unique to prime Stags Leap benchland terroir. -
Garra Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, CA:
Tasting Notes: Deep, opulent, and intense. Offers concentrated blackberry preserve, violet florals, graphite, and toasted cedar with a long, resonant finish. -
Four Doors Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 12*:
Tasting Notes: Handcrafted by Jay Regusci Jr. Expect concentrated dark cherry, cocoa, licorice, and seamless oak integration with refined structural depth.
Event Logistics
- Guided tasting flight of 5 premium Napa Valley and Stags Leap District wines
- Feature focus on 100-point winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, Matthew Wallace, and Jay Regusci Jr.
- Full food menu available for ordering throughout the evening
- Lounge and main bar seating in Downtown Glendale
- $35 Per Person (payable at time of event)
Seating is limited to ensure an intimate tasting experience. Walk-ins welcomed as space permits; RSVPs strongly encouraged.