With Austrian ancestry, the Blaufränkisch grape is well known throughout Central Europe. This grape also thrives in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA south of Yakima, Washington.  After hand-harvesting, sorting and destemming, the grapes were brought to San Diego to vinify. Aged 24 months in neutral French oak barrels then aged two years before releasing June 2023.

Cranberry and white pear mixes with ripe cherry notes.  Medium body with a very low level of tannin. The zesty acidity makes this a crisp refresher. 

Pair with chicken paprika, crab cakes, prosciutto wrapped dates, honey chèvre

Maestrale is Italian for the strong mistral winds that blow through the northern Mediterranean. This Bordeaux-inspired blend features Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), balanced with Petit Verdot (30%) and 15% Cabernet Franc and Malbec respectively. The grapes for Maestrale were sourced exclusively from the Rattlesnake Hills AVA near Yakima, Washington.  After hand-harvesting, sorting and destemming,they were brought to San Diego to vinify. Aged 24 months in French oak barrels.

The Cab Sauv delivers an earthy and dusty element while the PV highlights it's juicy red fruit. A delicate floral aroma shows from the Cab Franc and the Malbec brings in savory characterics.

Deep ruby and layered complex elements of juicy red fruit, lavender and pencil shavings. Elegant and refined.

Pair with coq au vin, filet mignon or vegetarian dishes with sage, thyme and rosemary, aged Gouda

Sangiovese is the most widely planted cultivar in Italy. This Super-Tuscan-style blend is 90% Sangiovese (Grosso Clone) and 10% Petit Verdot. The grapes were sourced exclusively from the Rattlesnake Hills AVA south of Yakima, Washington.  After hand-harvesting, sorting and destemming, I brought the grapes to San Diego to vinify. Aged 24 months in once-used French oak barrels.

Elegant black cherry layered with suggestions of black licorice and toasty clove and cinnamon. Deep garnet and full-bodied with a rich, long and polished finish.

Rigatoni Bolognese, Osso Buco w/polenta, Gorgonzola