NEW! 2009 SAUVIGNON BLANC

This wine was harvested in two batches on September 9 and 10, 2009. The grapes were picked cold and went directly to press (no crushing). The juice was cold fermented and processed in a single 2500 liter stainless steel tank. The wine has had no exposure to oak, either through barrels or oak additives, so as to enhance the fruit flavors present in the wine. Malo-lactic fermentation has also been suppressed. It was bottled on February 16, 2010.

This remarkably clear wine is fragrant with strong suggestions of ripe melons and citrus. On the palate, it is crisp with a pleasant texture, with lemony flavors are followed by overtones of grapefruit. A clean, pleasant finish makes this a very enjoyable wine. Served with a light lunch or as an aperitif.

Alcohol: 13.0% Production: 225 cases

$15.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2009 CHARDONNAY

The grapes this wine was made from were harvested at sun up on September 15, 2009 from our 13 acre vineyard along the north shore of the Mokelumne River. Half the 6 ton lot was crushed. The second half went directly to press. Then the crushed portion was pressed after having allowed the juice to rest on the skins for three hours to extract their delicate textures and nuances.

The juice was fermented at 50 degrees F in a single 2000 liter tank, taking one full month to complete its process. Like the 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, this wine has had no exposure to oak and malo-lactic fermentation has been suppressed. It was bottled on February 19, 2010.

In the glass, this wine has the slightest straw hue. The bouquet is floral in nature with a suggestions of lemon and pear in the background. On the palate it has a clean crispness, a balance of fruit and acidity and a delightful silky texture. This is followed by a clean, appealing finish. Enjoy this wine chilled as it is, or with any meal that might be complemented by its crisp, lemony character, such as sea food or green salads.

Alcohol: 13.2% Production: 175 cases

$15.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2008 TEMPRANILLO

The fruit this wine comes from is grown on property owned by Steve and Sharon Shinn along Davis Road west of Lodi, CA. This variety is widely planted in Spain, where it thrives in the hot, dry summers to produce a rich, enticing wine. Our Lodi Appellation’s arid summers are very similar and we believe is a good match for Tempranillo.

During the growing season, our vines receive minimal irrigation to limit berry size. The vine canopy is opened by the practice of leaf removal to bring in sunlight and the crop is heavily thinned to promote early development for good acidity at harvest. Once the wine is made, we blend in 25% Graciano for an improved pH and brighter color profile. This wine was barrel aged for one year before bottling.

This Tempranillo is dark and rich in color. Its bouquet is characteristic of the variety, with strong suggestions of well oiled leather accented with subtle floral notes. It is a soft wine on the pallet with appropriate acidity and tannins that carry it into a pleasant finish.

Alcohol: 14.3% Production: 119 cases

$25.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 BLOCK 5 ZINFANDEL

This wine is produced from grapes grown on a small five acre vineyard planted by Tom Hoffman’s grandfather, Verne Hoffman Sr. back in the late 1960's. The vineyard is not tilled, to promote the native grasses that populate it during the late winter and spring. Because of the extremely sandy soil found there, the vines struggle to grow and produce a meager crop of three tons per acre. The result is limited growth and small bunch size.

This is a rich and intense wine with good color and an intoxicating bouquet. It was blended with 8% Carignane for color and tannins shortly after fermentation was complete. On the palate, characteristic Zinfandel spice is well balanced with acidity, oak and tannins. It has a clean finish that is underscored by the one year old American oak barrels it was aged in.

Alcohol: 14.8 Production: 87 cases

$22.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 CARNIVAL RED WINE

This wine, a blend of Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, Carignane and Alicante Bouchet, is "like a circus in your mouth." It is highly fragrant with deep rich color. On the palate, supple fruit flavors are well balanced with tannin and acidity. This is a bold wine that leaves a lasting impression. This wine was barrel aged for one year before bottling.

Alcohol 13.5% Production: 195

$12.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 ZINFIDELITY

This ruby colored, medium weight red wine is our "adulterous" blend of Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is medium bodied but well balanced on the palate where Zin spice is followed by the smooth texture of Cabernet. It finishes with the lingering taste of the oak barrels in which it was aged. This wine would complement almost any meal with bold, zesty flavors but stands very well on its own.

Alcohol: 14.2% Production: 269 cases

$16.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

2007 VINO TINTO

This is a red wine with deep color. Vino Tinto, meaning simply "red wine" in Spanish, is a blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah. Its aroma brings hints of smoke and oak. On the palate it has weight and substance, with fruit and good acidity balancing with smooth tannins. An exceptionally long finish is built around the American oak barrels it was aged in. This wine calls for a full flavored meal with red meat or hearty tomato sauces.

Alcohol: 14.5% Production: 291 cases

$16.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

2006 BARTLAM ZINFANDEL

In the glass, this Zinfandel is a wine of medium color intensity.  It exhibits an earthy bouquet with subtle hints of coffee and oak. On the palate, however, there is nothing medium about it as it reveals itself to be a bold wine with hearty mix of ripe fruit, good acidity and a healthy backbone of tannin. This gives way to a smooth clean finish.

Alcohol 14.14%; pH 3.76; Residual sugar .04%

$18.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 BARTLAM ZINFANDEL

The grapes this wine is made from are grown in a vineyard owned in part by our friends, Rad and Nadia Bartlam. The vineyard sits on the bluff overlooking the Mokelumne River in deep Hanford Sandy Loam soils. The vines are trellised in east/west rows for full exposure to the sun, provided with minimal irrigation during the growing season, and the crop load is reduced to a mere 3 tons per acre to give utmost concentration of flavors to the remaining fruit. After fermentation, this wine was blended with 10% Petite Sirah for additional depth and structure.

On the nose, this wine gives earthy, leathery aromas above more subtle suggestions of fruit. On the pallet, ripe fruit flavors are prominent, balanced with good acidity. One year of aging in new French oak barrels provide this wine with a delightful vanilla finish.

Alcohol: 14.1% Production: 87 cases

$22.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 ESTATE GROWN ZINFANDEL

To make our Estate Grown Zinfandel, we first make wine from each of our Zinfandel fields. After the wines have finished fermentation, we blend a portion of each to create a composite of what our four vineyards produce.

This is an elegant wine, full of Zinfandel spice, a silky texture, fruit and a subtle oak finish. It is a vibrant wine, with medium color density. It has a floral bouquet, and on the palate, a strong expression of fruit dominates, balanced with good acidity and tannin. This wine was barrel aged for eighteen months before bottling. The finish is clean and pleasant.

Alcohol: 14.5% Production: 361 cases

$18.00/bottle plus tax and shipping

NEW! 2007 SYRAH

These Syrah grapes were grown in the rocky, shallow soil of the rolling hills near Lockeford, CA. The grape vines struggle in this location, eking out meager growth and producing tiny berries, full of intense flavor and color.

This is a dark, vibrant wine. The bouquet is layered with leathery and floral notes. On the pallet appropriate acidity and a strong suggestion ripe black plums are followed by soft, gentile tannins. The American oak barrels that gently cradled this wonderful wine for a full year proves a suitable backdrop of flavor for this wonderful wine.

Alcohol: 14.4% Production: 72 cases

$25.00/bottle plus tax and shipping