95 points from Decanter for our 40th Anniversary Red Blend

November 9, 2026

40 years of Lava Cap. 95 points from Decanter.

We made our 2023 40th Anniversary Red Blend to celebrate four decades of winemaking in El Dorado. Now we have another reason to raise a glass. Jonathan Cristaldi awarded it 95 points in Decanter.

For this special release, we blended 60% Syrah and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. It brings together two reds we love making here in the Sierra Foothills, and we’re excited to share it with everyone who’s been part of Lava Cap’s first 40 years.

Six more Lava Cap wines earned 91 points or higher, including our 2024 Old Vine Zinfandel at 94 points.

Come see us at the tasting room and pick up a bottle of the anniversary blend to celebrate with us.