Fans of our Fetzer Gewrztraminer wont be disappointed with this vintage. Rich, fruity and clean aromas of orange spice join with pineapple, baked pears and hints of tell-tale cinnamon. The wine can be zesty, and flavors of clove, orange and caramelized ap Read More
Wine Tasting NotesThe wine is a deep golden straw color, with a nose of dried apricot, spicy peach, with a touch of rose petal and honeysuckle. The crisp green apple, honeyed apricot and peach flavors meld with the traditional spicy flavors of Gewurztraminer. This medium-bodied wine's off dry style strikes the perfect balance between its sweetness and bright crisp acidity. A versatile wine, it pairs nicely with spicy Asian cooking as well as grilled chicken and fish. Read More
With each new vintage, I recall why I enjoy making wine. Starting fresh each spring energizes me. My sense of personal renewal shows in our popular Chardonnay. This is a wine with a medium body, full of easy-to-drink flavors of apple, pear and tropical fruits. So when the day is done, I like to relax and refresh with good friends. Our Chardonnay is always invited.--Dennis Martin,Winemaker Wine California Still Wine Read More
WINE PROFILE Harvested: September 2002 Sugar Level: 22.0° Brix Bottled: December 2002 Release Date: January 2003 WINE INFORMATION Fermentation: 100% stainless steel Key Varietal Components: 80% Johannisberg Riesling 20% Muscat Acid/pH: 0.70/3.05 Alcohol: 12.0% Residual Sugar: 3.15% Production: >100,000 cases. The 2002 Fetzer Johannisberg Riesling is a bright, pale yellow in color. In the nose, rich aromas of pear and apricot meld with heady honeysuckle. In the mouth, the wine is full-bodied, with fresh, floral aromas accented by notes of apricot and peach. The finish is generous and full.. FOOD PAIRING Sauce Weight: Light to Medium Acidity of dish: Low Preferred Cooking Method: Smoked, Grilled, Chilled Base Ingredients: Shrimp, Scallops, Trout, Salmon, Snapper, Chicken, Ham, Pork Bridge Ingredients*: Apple, Pear, Orange, Leeks, Prosciutto, Olives, Mint, Cilantro, Ginger, Curry, Honey, Soy Sauce Cheeses: Blue Cheese, Cambozola, Feta Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Read More
Winemaker's Notes - I think our Mendocino roots show in every glass of our Merlot. It has an easy, approachable style with aromas of ripe plums and flavors of blackberry and cherry. This wine goes great with just about any meal, making... Read More
Representing the best of Californias broadly placed red varietalgrowing regions, this Cabernet blend is predominantly CabernetSauvignon, with touches of Merlot to round out the middle andsoften tannins, and Syrah and Carignane to add complexity andlayers of flavor. At harvest grapes are crushed directly to stainlessfermenters, then cold-soaked to gain a rich, garnet color. After aslow fermentation with twice-daily pump-overs the Cabernet isevaluated to gain optimal flavor and color prior to undergoingmalolactic fermentation. Following secondary fermentation thewine was moved to small oak barrels, with one quarter new oaktoasted medium/medium plus, one quarter in once-used barrels,and much of the remainder aged in neutral barrels.. Asian Spiced Baby Ribs With Sun Dried Cherry Barbecue Sauce2 racks baby back pork ribs2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder*2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons black pepper2 cups red wine1 cup sun dried sour cherries1/4 cup finely chopped shallots3 tablespoons o.. Read More
With each new vintage, I recall why I enjoy making wine. Starting fresh each spring energizes me. My sense of personal renewal shows in our popular Chardonnay. This is a wine with a medium body, full of easy-to-drink flavors of apple, pear and tropical fruits. So when the day is done, I like to relax and refresh with good friends. Our Chardonnay is always invited.--Dennis Martin,Winemaker Wine California Still Wine Read More
WINE PROFILE Harvested: October 2001 Sugar Level: 24.1° Brix Bottled: September 2002 Release Date: November 2002 WINE INFORMATION Barrel Regime: Nine months in new to three-year-old American (55%) and French (45%) oak Key Varietal Components: 77% Merlot 8% Carignane Acid/pH: 0.63/3.68 Alcohol: 13.6% Residual Sugar: 0.05% (dry) Production: >100,000 cases. After fermentation and initial racking, the wine was aged an average of ninemonths in a combination of new to three-year-old French (45%) and American(55%) oak barrels. The balance of new and used barrels allows the winemaker tocreate fuller body and richness while keeping the oak in balance with the winescharacter.to enjoy our wines Wine California Still Wine Read More
With each new vintage, I recall why I enjoy making wine. Starting fresh each spring energizes me. My sense of personal renewal shows in our popular Chardonnay. This is a wine with a medium body, full of easy-to-drink flavors of apple, pear and tropical fruits. So when the day is done, I like to relax and refresh with good friends. Our Chardonnay is always invited.--Dennis Martin,Winemaker Wine CALIFORNIA STILL WINE Read More