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    Lake County Wine! The Best Wines From Lake County

    Lake County, in the North Coast AVA of California, has a vibrant and growing wine industry. The area is defined by Clear Lake, California's largest lake and its signature volcanic soils.

    Lake County Wine! The Best Wines From Lake County

    Lying to the north of Sonoma and to the west of Mendocino, the county has several sub-AVAs to watch for. The Clear Lake AVA and the Red Hills Lake County AVA are probably the most notable, but excellent wines under $20 can be found throughout the region with its lack of name recognition helping to keep prices down.

    The volcanic soils, maritime effect of the lake, rain shadow of the Mayacama ,ountains and higher altitude all contribute to the unique (and splendid) growing conditions found here.

    Read on for our list of The Best Wines From Lake County!

    Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Shannon Ridge Home Ranch Red Blend

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 25, 2023 Last Updated: September 27, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Shannon Ridge Home Ranch Red Blend

    Daily Drinker Alert! Save XX% on this Bulk Buy rated blend of Petite Sirah, Syrah, Merlot and Barbera. The Shannon Ridge Appellation Series Home Ranch Red Blend is today's Insider Deal. And now that summer is over we're back to an even lower shipping price (and no more … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Red Blends

    INSIDER DEAL! Crossbow High Valley Zinfandel - Bullseye!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 18, 2023 Last Updated: September 22, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Crossbow High Valley Zinfandel - Bullseye!

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    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $XX A BOTTLE on 92-93 Point Bulk Buy Rated Zin

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 25, 2023 Last Updated: August 28, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $30 A BOTTLE on 92-93 Point Bulk Buy Rated Zinfandel

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Don't miss our XX% discount on the 2020 Clay Shannon Zinfandel "Junior" from the high elevation vineyards of Lake … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    INSIDER DEAL! 94-Point Red Hills Lake County Cab Over XX% Off

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 11, 2023 Last Updated: August 14, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! 94-Point Red Hills Lake County Cab Over 70% Off

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The Bulk Buy rated Sawtooth Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon from Rockslide Vineyards is back by popular demand! Check out our incredible … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 47% on Highly Recommended Red Hills Cab

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 17, 2023 Last Updated: July 19, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 47% on Highly Recommended Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. A balanced, tasty Cab with a deliciously tannic edge, the Steele Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon is today's Insider Deal. We love … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE XX% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 10, 2023 Last Updated: July 12, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE 67% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah

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    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah

    INSIDER DEAL! Bulk Buy Rated Petite Sirah Over XX% Off!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 29, 2023 Last Updated: May 31, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Bulk Buy Rated Petite Sirah 62% Off!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. SAVE almost $XX a bottle on 94-point Petite Sirah. The big, chewy and delicious Clay Shannon Petite Sirah is today's Insider Deal! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah

    INSIDER DEAL! Slingshot North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon - Bullseye

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 14, 2023 Last Updated: April 17, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Slingshot North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon - Bullseye

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Looking for a juicy, flavorful Cab with just the right amount of oak for over 45% off? You don't want to miss the BULK BUY rated … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL All-Stars Red Intro Pack 2.0

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 7, 2023 Last Updated: September 28, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL All Stars Red Intro Pack 2.0

    THE ALL-STARS RED INTRO PACK 2.0 IS NOW SOLD OUT but a new one is on the way! Sign up below to make sure you don't miss it. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Welcome to version 2 of our extremely popular Insider Deal All-Stars Red Wine Intro Pack! Get four … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Dry Creek Valley, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Washington, Wedding Wine, Zinfandel

    INSIDER DEAL! Two Jakes of Diamonds - Petite Sirah Perfection Returns

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 10, 2023 Last Updated: March 31, 2023

    Insider Deal! Two Jakes of Diamonds - Petite Sirah Perfection Returns!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. And it's HALF OFF! Welcome back to this deep, dark, delicious monster. With sell-outs on 3 previous vintages, there's no time to … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 58% On Highly Recommended Cabernet

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 18, 2023 Last Updated: January 20, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 58% on Highly Recommended Cabernet

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The Lake County High Valley Stage Cabernet Sauvignon from Shannon Ridge is our latest Insider Deal! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Cimarron - One Finely Crafted Cuvée

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 21, 2022 Last Updated: October 24, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Cimarron - One Finely Crafted Cuvée

    THIS DEAL IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The Bulk Buy rated GSM blend from our very first Insider Deal is back and better than ever! Check out our giant rating and equally giant 56% … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, GSM, Insider Deals, Red Blends

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Syrah - Impressive

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 11, 2022 Last Updated: August 18, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Syrah - Impressive

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. 45% off Bulk Buy rated Syrah from reader favorite Writer's Block (Steele Wines)! Get ready for some Lake County goodness, the 91-93 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Syrah

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Chardonnay - Save 60%

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 6, 2022 Last Updated: June 19, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigilance Chardonnay - Save 60%

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. 90-Point Chardonnay over 60% off! A combination of aging in new oak (20%) and stainless steel (80%) combine to create a beautifully … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Chardonnay, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! Steele Shooting Star Zinfandel - A Pleasure

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 4, 2022 Last Updated: May 6, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Steele Shooting Star Zinfandel - A Pleasure

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Highly Recommended 90-Point single vineyard Zin for just $12 a bottle! The Steele Shooting Star Zinfandel from the Duncan-Shine … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    50% Off A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL From Writer's Block

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 4, 2022 Last Updated: April 6, 2022

    50% Off A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL From Writer's Block

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. It's your last chance (ever) to get some of this Lake County goodness from Jed Steele! The Writer's Block Malbec and Writer's Block … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Malbec, Syrah

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Zinfandel - Classic Yum

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 9, 2022 Last Updated: March 10, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Zinfandel - Classic Yum

    SOLD OUT! Sign up below to make sure you don't miss the next deal. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Half off Bulk Buy rated, single vineyard Zinfandel from a favorite winery, the Writer's Block Zinfandel from Steele Wines. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    The Best INSIDER DEAL Yet? 50% Off Perfect 10 Meritage!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 28, 2022 Last Updated: March 2, 2022

    The Best INSIDER DEAL Yet? 50% Off Perfect 10 Meritage

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Master winemaker Clark Smith is back with a stunning wine that is aged an incredible 90 months in French oak barrels, the Two Jakes … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Meritage, Merlot, Red Blends

    Our Best INSIDER DEAL Ever! 60% Off Perfect 10 Cab

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 8, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    Our Best INSIDER DEAL Ever! 60% Off Perfect 10 Cab. The 2013 Two Jakes of Diamonds Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

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    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    50% Off Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 29, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    50% Off Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec

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    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Malbec

    INSIDER DEAL! 60% Discount on 90 point Lake County Sauvignon Blanc

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 25, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! 60% Discount on 90 point Lake County Sauvignon Blanc

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Crisp, refreshing, lip-smackingly good Sauvignon Blanc available at a huge discount for the next day, it's the 2019 Urgency Lake … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Sauvignon Blanc

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Petite Sirah - Super Yum!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 14, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Petite Sirah - Super Yum!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. We've heard your pleas and this big wine with a tiny price tag is back! Bulk Buy rated, pure Petite Sirah goodness, the Writer's … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah

    A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec and Cab Franc

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 30, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    A Double Bulk Buy INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Malbec and Cabernet Franc

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. This 45% off, double Bulk Buy deal is back! The Writer's Block Malbec and Writer's Block Cabernet Franc. Now this is something … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Franc, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Malbec

    Trader Joe's Reserve Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 17, 2021 Last Updated: January 27, 2023

    Trader Joe's Reserve Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon Review

    A smoky, spicy and delicious $10 find, the Trader Joe's Reserve Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon Lot 195. Cabernet Sauvignon from Red Hills Lake County in the Clear Lake AVA in Northern California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Highly Recommended, Trader Joe's

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Pinot Noir - Super Satisfying

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 13, 2021 Last Updated: January 12, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Writer's Block Pinot Noir - Super Satisfying

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Reader favorite Writer's Block is back with a Bulk Buy rated Pinot Noir for just $13.25 a bottle! Save over $10 a bottle with our one … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Insider Deals, Pinot Noir

    INSIDER DEAL! Perfect 10 Tempranillo 50% Off

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 18, 2021 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Perfect 10 Tempranillo 50% Off

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    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Tempranillo

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