December, 2023 Delivery
Bobal Cabernet Sauvignon
Spain
This Spanish red combines Bobal and Cabernet Sauvignon to deliver a medium-bodied wine with a fruity palate and silky tannin. Aromas of black fruit, mild spice, and subtle toasty oak. The first sip shows bright flavors of plum, cassis, and cherry joined by notes of licorice, cocoa, oak, and earthy nuances. Fresh acidity, soft tannin, and a light spicy sensation complete this polished blend.
SWEETNESS: DRY
OAK: MEDIUM
BODY: MEDIUM
ALCOHOL: 13.5%
Makes 6 gallons
January, 2024 Delivery
Winemaker’s Blend
Italy
The varietals in our Winemaker’s Blend play off each other to create a crisp off-dry wine with a tapestry of vibrant fruit flavors. Pinot Grigio leads with lush peach and apple flavors. Riesling adds aromatics, a shot of sweetness, and amplifies fresh acidity. Vermentino plays up the citrus character, while Verduzzo brings tropical notes to the background. A touch of Trebbiano rounds out the orchard fruit flavors and adds a fresh mineral accent.
SWEETNESS: OFF-DRY
OAK: NONE
BODY: LIGHT-MEDIUM
ALCOHOL: 12%
Makes 6 gallons
February, 2024 Delivery
Nebbiolo
Lodi, California
The regal Italian red you know and love with a bit of laid-back California charm. Nebbiolo maintains its strong tannin on North American soil but reins in some boldness, showing more voluptuous fruit and floral undertones. Aromas hint at rose and violet with notes of earth and spice. Cherry and raspberry flavors are forefront, while licorice, plum and chalky earth notes add depth. A gratifying wine with strong structure and balance thanks to Nebbiolo’s characteristic high tannin and acidity.
SWEETNESS: DRY | OAK: HEAVY
BODY: FULL | ALCOHOL: 14%
Makes 6 gallons
March, 2024 Delivery
Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Provence, France
This White Bordeaux style wine is a classic French blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Citrus and grassy aromas lead to a gorgeous palate with refreshing grapefruit and lemon/lime flavors. Gooseberry, passionfruit, and green apple notes come through, hinting at honeysuckle and lemon peel. Serve lightly chilled to emphasize the vibrant acidity and prominent citrus flavors of this crisp dry white.
SWEETNESS: DRY | OAK: NONE
BODY: MEDIUM | ALCOHOL: 13%
Makes 6 gallons
April, 2024 Delivery
Tempranillo Shiraz with Grape Skins
Riverland, Australia
Tempranillo and Shiraz are exceptional blending partners creating a poignant blend abound with rich fruit and spice. Aromas of red berry, chocolate, and peppery spice set the tone for a palate packed with flavors of black cherry, raspberry, blueberry, and plum. Ripe tannin and rich spice lend to the lush mouthfeel, while layered notes of milk chocolate play off savory elements of tobacco and licorice. A blockbuster example of how these two flavorful grapes amplify each other.
SWEETNESS: DRY | OAK: HEAVY
BODY: FULL | ALCOHOL: 14%
Makes 6 gallons
In a Winexpert first, juice for this limited release was pre-oaked in-house, steeping for several months with whisky oak chips. During this 6-month steep, the juice absorbs flavors and tannin from the whisky oak, adding roundness to the body, elevating tannin, and infusing it with nuanced sweet spice, brown sugar and vanilla character. These whisky-influenced sweet notes round out a bold wine rich with flavors of black currant, jammy wildberry, and plum, underlaid with mocha, spice, and smokey toasted notes. ABV: 14%, BODY: Full, OAK: Heavy, SWEETNESS: Dry