Whether you're a July 4th-celebrating expat or just like a glass of wine, there's no better excuse to pop open a bottle of American wine than Independence Day, and Twickenham has some gems on offer.

Californian wines have long been heralded for their quality and come in an array of styles - from big Napa Valley Cabs to vibrant Chardonnays from the coastal regions of Sonoma.

What are your favourite Californian wines? We'd love to hear them. Email [email protected] if you've got a favourite you'd like to review.

In the mean time here are a few you can pick up in Twickenham this weekend:

J Vineyards 'J Cuvée 20 Brut' Russian River Valley

Located in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County, J's vineyards offer the ideal climate for growing expressive, world-class sparkling wines. Marked 96 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards, J Cuvée 20 Brut NV has an elegant mousse and a complex palate of lemon meringue, apple, and ginger snap, which makes for a wonderful aperitif or match for seafood dishes such as lobster ravioli.

£24.99 or £19.99 as a mix of 6 from Majestic

Talbott Vineyards Kali Hart Chardonnay 2018, Monterey

Talbott Vineyards Kali Hart Chardonnay source fruit from the idyllic Santa Lucia Highlands. With a long, cool growing season, the grapes develop character, intensity and depth for which the vineyard has become famous. These conditions give the Chardonnay a wonderfully-bright acidity and fresh, concentrated flavours that other regions struggle to emulate. Notes of ripe stone fruit and juicy tropical notes meet aromas of Madagascar vanilla for a crisp mouthfeel straight through to the finish. Sublime with white fish or summer salads.

£24.99 or £19.99 as a mix of 6 from Majestic

Frei Brothers Sonoma Chardonnay 2019

This wine features the classic Chardonnay fruit flavours of ripe apple and hints of tropical pineapple, complemented by notes of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak and spice. With a luscious, plush mouth feel, this Chardonnay has a long, silky finish. A soft and complex reflection of one of Sonoma County's most renowned cool-climate regions, this wine shows why Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley is so sought after.

£17.99 from Waitrose

Talbott 'Kali Hart' Pinot Noir 2017, Monterey

Smooth, fruit-forward and highly refreshing, the Kali Hart sources fruit from the Talbott Estate vineyards in the coveted Santa Lucia Highlands. Cool nights, and warm days in the vineyards produces grapes with racy acidity and a concentrated and aromatic flavour profile, an optimum expression of Californian Pinot Noir.

Opening with aromas of ripe cherry, boysenberry and a subtle spicy undercurrent. On the palate, intense notes of rich red and black berries are supported by hints of oak and are accentuated by soft, silky tannins.

£24.99 or £19.99 as a mix of 6 from Majestic

Bearflag Zinfandel 2017, Sonoma County

Sonoma County native Aaron Piotter harnesses the wild, untamed Zinfandel vines to create this bold, powerful red that's a tribute to the Bear Flag revolt of 1846. The wine opens with aromas of blueberry pie and sweet spices which follow onto the palate and are joined by notes of toasted oak, vanilla and black fruit that lingers on the finish. Rich, full-bodied yet with a smooth mouth-feel, Bearflag pairs best with bold flavours such as barbecued red meats.

£24.99 or £22.49 mix of 6 from Majestic

Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Napa Valley

The grapes for this wine were selected from several premium Napa Valley vineyards, including Cypress Ranch Vineyard, Sun Lake, and Sage Canyon. This allows Louis M. Martini to craft a complex Cabernet Sauvignon that represents both high elevation and valley floor fruit in a beautifully balanced blend. Densely layered, this wine showcases plush notes of cherry cobbler and wild blackberries backed by hints of cedar and fresh herbs. Full-bodied and elegant, this Cabernet has a polished mouthfeel and an exceptionally-long finish.

£36.42 - soon to be available through Majestic