Our Pinot Blanc starts with aromas of lemon blossom and tropical fruit. It has lovely crisp entry, with flavors of citrus, tropical fruit, and a round, balanced mouth feel. It was cold fermented in a stainless steel tank and did not go through malolactic fermentation, leaving it with refreshing acidity. Think summer in a glass!
From Circle S vineyard and some neighbors in San Benito County. The vineyards are in the cool pass that separates Gilroy from the central valley. It’s reminiscent of Southern Rhone blends from Chateauneuf-du-pape.
From a small back yard vineyard off Fredricks Road, just outside Sebastopol. Cold nights and foggy mornings, along with the sandy, goldridge soil make an elegant, limited quantity wine. Dark fruit and a big helping of spice (think sassafras and bay tree) merge in this special wine.
Azaya Ranch is our coldest vineyard. It sits on a south facing slope , just around the corner from Marin French Cheese. Wind from the Petaluma Gap causes the grapes to have thicker skin, leading to more color and tannin in the finished wines. 30 Cases Produced
Our Marin Pinot displays notes of Bing cherry, leather, tea, floral notes and subtle hints of baking spice. On the palate you will find a lovely round mouth feel, with structured tannins, balanced acidity and flavors of cherries, blackberries, and tea. It finishes with flavors of tart cherries, berries, toasty baking spice, and a hint of sage. 200 Cases Produced
Our dry Rose is a vibrant reflection of summer. It is a blend of the five Pinot Vineyards that we work with. It offers citrus, grapefruit, watermelon and raspberry flavors, supported by a refreshing core.
Our Chardonnay comes from a fog shrouded micro vineyard just 9 miles from the Sonoma Coast, just south of the town of Sebastopol. The Wente clone offers great citrus and floral flavors with a rich mouth and crisp acidity. It’s not oaky and not buttery.
Weir Vineyard is on a south facing, gravely slope at 1000 ft elevation. Fog from the Mendocino coast covers the vineyard through cool nights, yielding to warm sunny days. It offers notes of raspberry, blackberry, mineral, fresh herbs and licorice with a long silky finish. 250 Cases Produced.
