In 2009, New York Times writer Eric Asimov proclaimed Joseph Carr a "producer to watch," ranking his wines alongside the likes of Far Niente, Clos du Val, Heitz, Grgich Hills and Rubicon. Mr. Asimov continued his praise of Joseph Carr wines, calling them "wines of balance and restraint."
After 10 years serving as a world-class sommelier followed by ten years as an international industry executive, Joseph Carr set out on his own in 2005 to form his family-owned wine company. It was, as Joseph Carr says, "a chance to follow a dream." Joseph continues to work with many of the associates he has met throughout his long career, all with a shared passion and desire to produce world class wines. Influenced by the wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy, Joseph Carr's winemaking philosophy is balance, sophistication and approachability; an old-world style producer, but distinctly Californian, sourcing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from select vineyards in Rutherford, Oakville and the Stags Leap District.
In 2010 Mr. Carr began working with Aaron Pott, Food and Wine Magazine Winemaker of the year. Together they have produced wines that offer a district level of sophistication and value, and reflect Potts philosophy of winemaking with little intervention.
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California » North Coast
“The bouquet is rich with dark fruits, cinnamon, clove and toasty oak flavors. The wine is juicy on the palate with blackcurrant and blackberry flavors
“Wild sage, dark red cherry and turned earth show on the familiar nose of this bottling. The palate is even-handed with red fruit and dried
“This Merlot is soft and inviting with balanced flavors of blueberry, raspberry, and milk chocolate and scents of fragrant violets and vanilla.” ~Winery Notes
“This is a light-bodied refreshing wine that smells herbaceous, tastes lemony with a touch of sweetness and has a texture between crisp and soft.” ~Winery
70bCalifornia » North Coast
“A rich, velvety red blend bursting with flavors of ripe plum, black cherry and toasted cedar with scents of dark fruit and pepper. This is
10cCalifornia » Sonoma County
“Our Chardonnay is a great balance of bright citrus and honey with a touch of oak character and hints of juicy peach. Crafted with care
California » Carneros - Sonoma
"The bouquet is intensely aromatic and features notes of ripe peach and lemon. Flavors of toffee and almonds emerge on the palate, bolstered by lively
76dCalifornia » Paso Robles
“The bouquet is rich with dark fruits, cinnamon, clove and subtle oak aromas. The wine is juicy on the palate with bright red cherries and
76dCalifornia » Paso Robles
“The wine features aromas of blackberry, chocolate, and blueberry preserves. Plush on the mid-palate with silky tannins but firm acidity, it shows rich black fruit
76cCalifornia » North Coast
"The bouquet of the North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon is bursting with dark fruits and roasted nuts, with aromas of fresh cherries, blackcurrant, rose petal, and
“Round and juicy, this Cabernet Sauvignon has flavors of blackberry, toasted hazelnut and cinnamon, complemented by hints of vanilla and toasted oak.” ~Winery Notes
70bCalifornia » San Francisco Bay
“The nose is bright with aromas of fresh strawberries, white flowers and stone fruits. On the palate, the wine is light-bodied, dry, and bursts with
“Balanced with aromas of tropical fruits and citrus married with subtle oak notes. The palate is bright and fresh, with lingering flavors of juicy yellow
76cCalifornia » Paso Robles
“The wine shows notes of black cherry, chocolate, and vanilla. Flavors of blackberry and sweet spice emerge on the palate, bolstered by a firm acidity,
James Suckling 92 "This wine has a classic nose of pencil shavings, cedar and ripe black plum, following through on the palate in similar fashion. Full
Wine Enthusiast 90 (Editors Choice) “This full-bodied wine is packed with aromas of ripe fruit, cedar, cinnamon and flowers on the nose. The juicy palate brings
“The nose exudes aromas of tropical fruits and citrus married with subtle oak notes. The palate is bright and fresh, with lingering flavors of juicy
"Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of rich, dark fruits and baking spices on the nose, which yield fresh plum and blackberry fruit, violet, dried
"The nose is bright with aromas of fresh strawberries, white flowers and stone fruits. On the palate, the wine is light-bodied, dry, and bursts with
" It opens with a fragrant and attractive black cherry bouquet with a hint of blackberry. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied, extremely well-balanced,
" The wine features aromas of fresh black cherry, tobacco, and vanilla. It is full-bodied yet balanced with food-friendly acidity and tannin. The long finish
"The wine features aromas of blackberry, chocolate, and blueberry preserves. Plush on the mid-palate with silky tannins but firm acidity, it shows rich black fruit
"Aromatic blue fruits and brown spices delight the nose, yielding fresh plum and blackberry fruit. The wine is juicy with the plum and blackberry flavors
“This Merlot offers rich plum and black cherry flavors, accented by savory spices and toasted oak, with a soft, supple texture and long finish. Expressive
"The wine features aromas of blackberry, chocolate, and blueberry preserves. Plush on the mid-palate with silky tannins but firm acidity, it shows rich black fruit