Cabernet Franc originates from Southwestern France but has become a favorite worldwide.

 It is a parent to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carménère.Nevertheless, it can be difficult to find a great bottle of single varietal Cabernet Franc.This Cabernet Franc was grown in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Eastern Washington then vinified and barrel aged for 30 months in San Diego.

Medium bodied elegance. The brightness of fresh violets meet ripe raspberry and blackberry with a soft, graphite minerally finish.

Pair with turkey w/cranberry, lamb gyros, aged Gouda cheese

Mataro is an ancient varietal introduced to Valencia (Spain) by the Phoenicians around 500 BC.  Known in Spain as Monastrell and in France as Mourvèdre, it was introduced to California in the 1860s. This Mataro was grown in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Eastern Washington then vinified and barrel aged for 30 months in San Diego.

Medium garnet, full-bodied. Showcases the balance between fruit and savory. Black plum and blackberry meets thyme and bergamot (Earl Grey Tea). Finish is pure, clean and lingering.

Pair with roasted poultry, game, rustic stew, grilled veggies. Smoked cheddar.

DOUBLE GOLD 2020 West Coast Wine Competition
GOLD MEDAL 2019 American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition
 

Deep garnet. A full-bodied exhibit of a Super Tuscan-style blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Petit Verdot.
Black plum and black cherry notes with an enduring finish of allspice and cinnamon.

Pair with veal ragu with pappardalle, osso buco, Gorgonzola

Tempranillo is native to Spain and is the fourth most widely planted grape in the world. It is often referred to as Spain’s noble grape.

This is 100% Tempranillo from the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Washington. It was vinified in San Diego and barrel aged for 30 months in American oak barrels.

Herbal aromas of green tea leaves combine with earthy smells of fresh soil and cracked black pepper. Black plum and dried fig notes round out this medium garnet colored wine.

Pair with smoked paprika beef roast, paella, Manchego cheese