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A lovely straw yellow color in the glass, vibrant aromas of lemon, orange blossom and pear waft from the glass. The savory palate showcases flavors of toasted almond, nutmeg and citrus notes. Moderate acidity and a lingering finish create a truly enticing and delicious Chardonnay.
Bright and fresh bouquets of white peach, orange peel, and grapefruit rises from the glass. Appealing and intense layers of baked fruit and honey cover the palate with a coating of refreshing acidity that is heightened by allspice and vanilla. The delightful and lengthy finish pleasures with a kiss of sea salt.
Notes of mango layered with fresh pineapple, orange marmalade and brioche spring from the glass in this 2019 Chardonnay. The silky, smooth mouthfeel highlights peach and caramel bursting with sumptuous citrus flavors and a juicy abundance delights on the finish.
Distinct richness and juicy notes of pineapple, white peach and luscious pear this wine is softly rounded, with delightful balance and length. The Goldridge soils of this famous vineyards help to contribute to the intricacies of the wine highlighted with toasted oak and allspice.
With the Pacific Ocean to the west and the San Francisco Bay to the east, Marin County is one of the coolest AVAs in California. The winter temperatures are typically warmer than Napa and Sonoma because of the surrounding bodies of water and its heavy precipitation. While bud break is accelerated, the cool spring and summer seasons lead to long hang times. This longer growing season lends itself to high quality wines with balance, natural acidity, and lower alcohol levels.
Devils Gulch, located in western Marin County, got its name due to its treacherous terrain. The vineyard, planted in 1980, is made up of steep terraces and shallow soils and when combined with the harsh climate of the Marin coast, results in small yields and berries that have a distinct expression. Spice characteristics are layered with sweet wild berries and nutmeg flavors with a touch of bay leaf. This Pinot Noir has a nice density to it with a savory finish that leaves an impression.
Immediately from the glass you experience notes of black cherry accented by cinnamon. Layers of raspberry and red cherry flavors are intermixed with vanilla and baking spice. Moderate acidity and firm, round tannins create a exquisite velvety texture on the palate that leads to a long and endearing finish.
Best of Class - Sonoma County Harvest Fair
91 points, Wine Enthusiast
The Maboroshi Vineyard, nestled in the Sebastopol Hills 600 feet in elevation, is one of the first spots to clear from the morning fog as ridges to the west shelter the site from any lingering marine layer. Named "whimsical dream" in Japanese, this vineyard is the meeting ground for opposites: warm sunlight and cool fog, elegance and structure.
Rich fruit aromas of baked blackberry, plum and blueberry meet the nose with intense notes of baking spice and fresh herbs. Bing cherry and strawberry are coated with hints of black pepper and tea. This wine is well-balanced with fine, soft tannins that are lingering and lasting.
With a vision for Pinot Noir, the Masút Vineyard was planted in the early 1990s by renowned viticulturist Jacob Fetzer and family. Located in the Eagle Peak Mendocino County AVA, the elevation creates a climate with daily temperature swings that bring depth and complexity to the grapes. This Pinot Noir opens with black cherries and summer-ripe strawberries on the nose, that mix with rhubarb pie, cocoa, caramel and honey on the palate.
Distinctive aromas of nutmeg, allspice and orange envelop the nose in this 2019 Pinot Noir from the Pennacchio Vineyard. Bold fruit flavors of dark cherry, raspberry and plum are complemented with notes of baking spice, toasted almond and vanilla bean. This is a luxurious and elegantly textured wine with integrated acidity and a brightness on the finish with lasting notes of berry.
This medium-bodied wine is charming and elegant with great balance, finesse and a refreshing bit of restraint. Vibrant raspberry and red cherry meet light oak spices on a smooth, lightly tannic texture. It will be easy and pleasurable to enjoy with all kinds of meals.
Our 2021 Swicegood Vineyard Pinot Noir opens with exhilarating aromas of fresh berries and sassafras with a sprinkle of white pepper. Flavors of red cherry and ripe raspberry layer the palate with bright acidity and notes of tobacco leaf and hazelnut. The soft and luxurious mouthfeel and long, pleasing finish make this a perfect pairing with grilled salmon or seared duck breast.
This wine is fresh and tangy, with a high level of acidity that's bright, intense and focused. The palate offers strawberry, eucalyptus and a lasting touch of orange spice.
Located on the rugged hillside of the Rockpile AVA, the Davenport Vineyard overlooks the remote Lake Sonoma. This high elevation vineyard sees plenty of sunshine, sits above the fog line and is planted in rocky soils that stress the vines resulting in small grape yields that ripen early in the growing season. Flavors of blackberry jam, fig and baking spice are layered with notes of dried rose petals and baked plum.
This 2020 Fanucchi-Wood Road Vineyard Zinfandel embraces you with concentrated aromas of black cherry and raspberry with undertones of earth. The ripe fruit flavors of plum and blackberry overlap with chocolate and vanilla while the well-integrated tannins, producing a smooth texture on the palate. The finish is long and luscious with bright acidity.
In honor of the many old Zinfandel vineyards that were overlooked for decades in Sonoma County due to prohibition, our Forgotten Vines blend is comprised of several exemplary mature vineyards. These heritage vineyards were first planted in the late 1800s and early 1900s in the warmer reaches of the region. Planted as field blends, Zinfandel is the primary varietal planted, but not the only varietal. Petite Sirah, Carignane, Alicante Bouchet and even some native vines can also be found in some of the vineyards. The vineyards are harvested separately and remain separate throughout fermentation and aging until the final Forgotten Vines blend is crafted.
The Maffei Vineyard Zinfandel embraces with a spray of fragrances of black cherry, elderberry, and baking spices. The elegant, rich fruit persists through to the palate with high-tone blackberry, baked fruit and the hint of tobacco. This is a big, bold, and well-integrated Zinfandel that showcases harmonious acid and strong tannins.
A dark, deep red in the glass, this Zinfandel opens with dark fruit aromas of blackberry and black cherry with a touch of fresh black pepper. This is a big wine with dense raspberry and blueberry flavors. Full-bodied with balanced acidity and firm tannins, this wine lingers on the palate and has a kiss of violet on the finish.
This 2019 Wild Creek Vineyard Zinfandel opens with intense aromas of boysenberry and raspberry and is enriched by layers of spice. Bright acidity and silky tannins round out this elegant restrained wine.
The 2020 Riesling opens with bright green apple and stone fruit aromas with notes of orange blossom. Crisp and dry on the palate, the rich and smooth mouthfeel is filled with flavors of white peach, apricot, honeysuckle and lemon meringue. The finish is refreshing with a nice balanced acidity and minerality that lingers.
In the western hills of the Russian River Valley, the small Green Valley appellation is Sonoma Countys coolest region. Evening fog blankets push over from the Pacific Ocean to temper the warm summer days. Pinot Blanc, a clone of Pinot Noir, favors this cooler climate and is a late ripening grape that boasts flavors of pear, green apple and apricot with a nice stone fruit minerality on the clean and crisp finish.
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