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Cult California

It is nearly impossible to know who coined the term “Cult Wine” nor when it was coined. The precise definition of the term has been debated for years. That debate seems to be an established pastime among wine writers, in wine publications, on blogs, at online wine forums, and among enthusiasts. What can be said with assurance is that “Cult Wines” exist, they are among us and they are coveted. We decided it was time to create our own WineBid Cult California category, and we found that Cult Wines all seem to have the following qualitites.

1. Current and past vintages all sell for prices higher than the winery release price
2. They are wines that have regularly received very high ratings and glowing reviews from wine critics
3. The wines are sold almost exclusively from the wineries directly to consumers.
4. There is almost always a waiting list to be able to obtain an allocation of the wine.

Enjoy the following Cult Wines available in this week's auction below.

2018 Realm Fidelio Sauvignon Blanc

Lightly depressed cork

2023 Realm Precious Twin

3 available
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2000 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

WS  93   
RP  90   
ST  90+    
5 available
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2000 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

WS  93   
RP  90   
ST  90+    
4 available
Bid *

2000 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

WS  93   
RP  90   
ST  90+    
3 available
Bid *

2000 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

WS  93   
RP  90   
ST  90+    
2 available
Bid *

2000 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

WS  93   
RP  90   
ST  90+    

2011 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

ST  92   
WS  91   

2015 Eisele Vineyard Altagracia

JS  95   
WA  94   
WS  92   
JR  17   
4 available
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2012 Maybach Eterium Chardonnay

RP  92   
2 available
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2012 Kapcsandy Family Wines State Lane Vineyard Estate Cuvee

RP  96   
VN  95   
WS  93   
ST  92-95   
4 available
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2012 Kapcsandy Family Wines State Lane Vineyard Estate Cuvee

Light label condition issue

RP  96   
VN  95   
WS  93   
ST  92-95   

2014 Kapcsandy Family Wines State Lane Vineyard Estate Cuvee

Light label condition issue

VN  95+    
RP  93   

2013 Grace Family Blank Cabernet Sauvignon

JS  97   
VN  87-90   
5 available
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2013 Grace Family Blank Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

JS  97   
VN  87-90   

2009 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

WA  92   
ST  92   
WS  90   
2 available
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2009 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

WA  92   
ST  92   
WS  90   

2010 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

RP  96   
ST  92   
WS  90   

2010 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

RP  96   
ST  92   
WS  90   

2017 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

JD  97   
WA  91   
6 available
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2014 Christopher Tynan Wines Judge Family Vineyard Syrah

JD  93   
7 available
Bid *