California Fruit Forward Wine

Scharffenberger Brut Excellence is made by the traditional mthode champenoise process whereby the wines are individually bottle-fermented before being riddled and disgorged. The wine is approximately two-thirds Pinot Noir and one-third Chardonnay and undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation. Scharffenberger Brut is made from its own 120-acre vineyards in the Anderson Valley. In addition, ...

2009 marks the first vintage for the inclusion of Lake County sourcing in our Ghost Pines Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Lake County contributed incredible ripe fruit and a generous mouthfeel and viscosity to the overall blend. Sonoma County vineyards supplied jammy dark fruits, and Napa County vineyards were instrumental in establishing the foundation for structure and density to support Sonoma ...

Ruby red and purple in hue, this wine has aromas of black pepper,boysenberry, clove, cinnamon and allspice. The red fruit flavors fillthe palate, dominated by raspberry, red cherry and pomegranate,complemented by hints of nutmeg and rosemary for a classic varietalcharacter. Soft, supple tannins create a firm, yet lush mouthfeel.With its bright fruit-forward flavor profile and spicy palate, ...

Aromas of pear and citrus, highlighting lemon and lime, are followed on the palate with pineapple and tropical fruit flavors. Medium bodied and refreshing, a subtle oak toast balances acidity, resulting in a wine crafted in a modern, fruit forward style, wonderful to enjoy on its own as an apritif, or with a wide array of dishes across many cuisines. ...

The Reserve Russian River Pinot Noir medium-bodied and fruit-forward, with flavors of dark cherry and blue and black fruit. A classically styled, well-balanced Pinot Noir.

Delicate, yet fruit forward, our Napa Valley Pinot Noir shows characteristics of strawberry, cherry and sweet spice with a long, complex finish on the palate. This classic Pinot Noir makes for a perfect complement to salmon, tuna and grilled chicken.

Fruit-forward aromas of boysenberry and strawberry jam join with spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla; bright acidity with smooth tannins and a lingering finish.This refreshing, fruity Pinot Noir is wonderfullyversatile on the table and can be served with awide range of foods, including pork, chicken,lamb and wild salmon.Blend: 99% Pinot Noir and 1% Syrah

The 2010 Guenoc Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon has a fruit forward nose of black cherry, raspberry jam, and herbs de provence. The wine is elegant and soft on the palate and the acidity is very well balanced. The tannins are soft and melting while still providing enough structure to contend with hearty dishes, making it a wonderful accompaniment with food ...

Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon is made in a classic winemaking style, respecting the characteristics of the Cabernet Sauvignongrape. The wine is fruit forward, elegant, and exhibits soft tannins, making it pleasant to drink in its youth. Oak is used sparingly tokeep Carpe Diem fresh and vibrant. Grapes for the Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon have been selected exclusively from the bestvineyards ...

More fruit forward than previous vintages, the 2009 Courtney's Chardonnay is both opulent and lively. The nose is fresh and vibrant with apples, toast, grilled almonds and guava. The palate is lush and firm with substantial weight and length.

Aromas of white flowers and freshly picked herbs are accented by fruit forward flavors of green apple and melon. This is a crisp, bright wine with excellent texture, a balanced acidity and creamy traces of vanilla that culminate in a long, buttery smooth finish. Perfect by its self, the 2010 L de Lyeth Chardonnay also pairs well with Dungeness crab, ...

This fruit-forward wine has pleasing intensity with appealing grapefruitaromas and hints of green apple, thyme and gooseberry fruit. The winehas a wonderfully fruity presence on the palate from entry to therefreshingly crisp finish.Serve slightly chilled, a great accompaniment to fish and shellfish.

Our Monterey Chardonnay is rich, bold and beautifully balanced. It possesses an intriguing combination of grapefruit, pear and vanilla imparted by traditional barrel fermentation. The flavors are luscious, fruit forward and distinctly mineral thanks to our unique inner-coastal soils. As with all of our wines, the finish is crisp, structured and long.

The 2011 vintage was marked by a cool wet spring, a long growing season and a very small crop. The 2011 Serenity is a distinctive proprietary blend that displays fruit forward aromas of citrus, honeysuckle, nectarine and with expressive minerality. The flavors are rich and deep showing white peach, passion fruit, and honeydew melon with a hint of lime. The ...

Mirassou California Riesling is distinctly soft and approachable yet crisp and fruit-forward. The wine offers aromas of peach, apricots, and spice with intense fruit flavors of red apple and peach. As a result of the naturally firm acid levels, this wine is crisp and delicately structured and pairs beautifully with richly sauced poultry or seafood.

Strikingly fruit-forward. Dark red in color with a ruby hue. Bursting aromas of ripe cranberries, blackberries and crushed raspberries. Nuances of clove and mint add character and dimension to the ripe fruit flavors. Beautiful acidity intertwined with richness seamlessly create an expressive and dense mid-palate. Vanilla and plum flavors round out an unforgettable finish.Blend: 93% Zinfandel, ...

By selecting the best blocks each vintage, Hess produces a distinctive wine notable for its depth and complexity. This wine offers a lush, firm texture, with good acidity, firm tannins and distinctive fruit forward flavors. The wine is smooth and supple, but with a broad base of tannins that give it heft and age worthiness.

The Guenoc Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon has a fruit forward nose of black cherry, raspberry jam with undertones of herbes de provence. The wine is elegant and soft on the palate and the acidity is very well ballanced. Tannins are soft and melting while still providing enough structure to contend with a hearty dishes, making it a wonderful accompaniment with ...

This is a vibrant and fruit-forward expression of Sauvignon Blanc with abundant aromas of pineapple, honeydew, lime leaves and lemon zest. The fruit continues on the palate, which is full and round with ripe melon flavors and bright refreshing acidity. It lingers in your mouth before ending with a hint of citrus zest.Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

WHITE SPLASH is a blend of four aromatic, flavorful white grape varieties that is meant to be enjoyed with friends andfamily on any occasion. All grape varieties in the blend are sourced from top growing regions throughout California. Eachvariety is fermented separately, then blended to achieve the wines trademark luscious full body and sweet, ripe fruitflavors, with the blend changing ...

A serious yet easy-drinking red blend, loaded with lush black plum, blackberry, and milk chocolate flavors, with accents of black spice and fresh tobacco. Juicy, creamy and round mouthfeel with soft tannins supporting generous fruit.The long finish is full of dense berry and cocoa. A rich, fruit-forward wine.Blend: 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 10% Zinfandel, 4% ...

The Syrah Tous les Jours is a quintisential Santa Ynez Valley Syrah. It is simultaneously bold and balanced, rich and smooth, fruit forward and earthy. It is impossibly dark and full-bodied, without ever going over the top. It is heavily inspired by Northern Rhone Syrah (Hermitage) and Australian Shiraz (Borassa Valley). The aromas and flavors are dominated by black cherry, ...

Deep garnet in color, this wine presents an effusive nose that teems with aromas of fresh black cherry, warm blackberry and red plum, intertwined with hints of brambly spice, fresh ground clove and vanilla bean. The palate leads smoothly with rich red raspberry, cherry and currant fruit flavors that meld lusciously into hints of creamy caramel, cocoa powder, ground espresso ...