Double Gold Medal - 2023 SF Chronicle Wine Competition
Limited Production -175 Cases
The 2020 MSJ Estate Cabernet Franc is our first from St. Joseph's vineyard in Loomis. It is medium bodied with nice tannin and acidity. Ready to drink now, this Cab Franc is loaded with currants and ripe strawberries. It has bramble, tobacco, juniper and a slight Bay leaf aspect from the mid-pallet throught the finish.
The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc offers up notes of gooseberry and toasted nuts. It has a medium, grassy palate with a medium finish - more complex than your typical Sauvignon Blanc.
A great color, full-bodied Malbec with moderate tannins and nice acidity. Loads of black cherry, plum and mulberry aromatics which transfer to the palate, along with a touch of black olive, mocha and a little vanilla. Medium length finish. Pair with big fat slabs of fatty beef on the plancha. Upland game or even lamb would pair well.
Silver Medal - 2021 Amador County Fair Competition
Limited Production - 90 Cases
This is our first Petite Sirah. It is medium bodied with lots of black berries, black currants, clove, mocha and roasted beets. With nice acidity and moderate tannins pair it with burgers, steaks.....just about anything grilled or BBQ. Give it a try with blue cheese as well.
This is our third Pinot Noir - the red fruity brightens across the palate with raspberry and spice balanced by the French toasted oak aromas. It is soft and silky through the middle and finishes leaving a juicy memory in the mouth with just the right acidity and a pleasant mouth-feel.
Silver Medal - 2022 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
This Mourvedre has nice color with vibrant notes of blackberry, dark ripe plums and a herbaceous finish of fennel/tarragon. It teases with flavors and aromas of black pepper and game. It has moderate tannins and a slightly drying finish.
Our 2019 Zinfandel is from the heart of Zin country - Lodi. Extended barrel aging resulted in a rich, fruit forward, full bodied Zin., It is spicy yet jammy....delicious!
With grapes from a special Loomis vineyard, this wine is a delight in color and taste. Medium-bodied with light tannins and bright acidity. Aromas of cherries, blackberries, and mocha tease the taste buds with thyme and rosemary completing the finish.
The 2018 Zuppa is a flight of fancy for our winemaker - Derek. He took liberties blending four different varietals to make this delicious red blend. Enjoy Zuppa with any red sauce pasta dish.
