There’s nothing quite like California wine, and Josh Cellars knows it. Growing from a singular vision to a top-notch winemaker releasing over 1 million cases per year, Josh Cellars has epitomized the California winemaker’s image with their fine Merlots, red blends, Pinot Noirs, Sauvignon Blancs, Rosés and beyond.

It all started in 1932 with the birth of Joseph “Josh” Carr in Vermont. As a young man, he found his way across the vast continent to Napa Valley, California, where he fell in love with the winemaking process. This story wouldn’t be quite so satisfying if Josh didn’t perform the ultimate power move: quitting his corporate job and venturing out on his own. After staying up till 3 a.m. discussing a lovely bottle of wine with his wife, he went into work the next day to announce his departure.

The first wine they released was a premium Cabernet Sauvignon from grapes grown in the Napa Valley. The brand grew from Josh selling out of the back of his truck to eventually taking off in a big way — today, they supply the world with millions of bottles of the finest California wines. They even partner with international winemakers to create unique bottles and donate heavily to firefighters and veteran groups. If you want to sample the most authentic of West Coast wines, blindfold yourself and throw a dart at Josh Cellars’ catalog. Whether it lands on their Reserve collection, their new Prosecco or any other of their wines, you won’t be disappointed.