A new wine for us, the 2021 Corbeau Rusé is a blend of Grenache (60%), Syrah (30%) and Viognier (7%) with a little Zinfandel (3%) added for brightness. The wine delights with aromas of red fruit tart, plum and sweet Gardenias, generously followed by luscious flavors of blueberry, black cherry, and ripe fig, on a silky palate of harmonious fluidity and balance, finishing with an intriguing combination of thyme and gamey allspice.
Our first Chardonnay showcases aromas of green apples, white hedge flowers and lime blossoms that gracefully make way for flavors of poached Russet apples, Meyer lemon and honeycomb. The mouthfeel is elegant and bright, followed by an extended citrus-inspired finish.
Our Sancerre-style Sauvignon Blanc from Lake County, CA, showcases a unique blend of New World and Old World influences, with Citrus and Stone-Fruit flavors supporting nicely-balanced acidity and a hint of minerality on the finish. 12.5% alcohol.
99 pts - (Best-of-Class-of-Appellation) CA State Fair Wine Competition
92 pts - Anthony Dias Blue
91 pts - Orange County Commercial Wine Competition
With it's pale pink hues, fresh floral aromas and graceful red fruit flavors, our Rosé is a nod to our fondness for Provence, The finish exudes a pleasing note of honey accented by a subtly-layered complexity and refreshing crispness. 12.5% alc.
With its mountain vineyards rising as high as 3000 ft., Lake County is renowned for producing full-bodied, beautifully balanced Cabernets. Our Dancing Crow Cabernet Sauvignon shows aromas of cassis and mocha, followed by luscious flavors of ripe cherry, blueberry and dark chocolate.
This genuinely unique offering is an Old World-style "Field Blend" from 120-year-old vines, comprised of over 24 California heritage grape varieties, which are co-fermented to create this rare wine. The Old Stake 1901 shows generous ripe plum and cranberry flavors, with a hint of dried clove and lavender on the finish. "It's like drinking history."
