at montevina winery, we come from a long line of pioneers, so it’s no surprise that we produced our first pinot grigio long before this classic italian varietal became trendy. with aromatics of ripe pear, summer peach and lotus blossom, our vibrant pinot grigio offers refreshing flavors of juicy bartlett pears and citrus with subtle traces of nutmeg and spice. well-balanced and approachable, this wine is the ultimate palate-pleaser.
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2011 Sauvignon Blanc
at montevina winery, we believe in letting the beautiful, bare flavors and characteristics of our sauvignon blanc grapes shine through. this minimalist approach results in a classically-styled wine with clean, citrusy and crisp flavors on the palate. with aromas of fresh-cut grass and citrus zest, and ripe fig and cool melon flavors balanced by racy acidity, our sauvignon blanc is a natural for both casual get-togethers and swanky affairs.
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2010 Chardonnay
made from grapes grown in some of california’s finest cool-climate vineyards, montevina chardonnay is a rich, golden-hued wine with seductive aromas of tart apples and figs. crisp flavors of tropical fruit and ripe pear are layered with hints of vanilla bean and toasted almonds for added dimension. bright acidity balances the rich flavors and makes our chardonnay especially food-friendly.
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2010 White Zinfandel
for more than 30 years, montevina has produced award-winning white zinfandel from premium amador county grapes grown in the rugged sierra foothills. bursting with the aromas of summer strawberries and ripe honeydew melon and the flavors of juicy peaches and watermelon, our delightful white zin has just a touch of sweetness balanced by bright acidity.
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Red Wines
2008 Zinfandel
since the gold rush, amador county winemakers have been mining the rich, robust characteristics of zinfandel, california’s heritage grape. at montevina, our zin happily embraces its wild-at-heart legacy. it’s fruit-forward and sassy, with irresistible cassis and pepper aromas, and lush blackberry, ripe plum and spice flavors followed by a long, smooth finish. if you’re looking for a rollicking good time on the palate, this zinfandel is for you.
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2009 Barbera
montevina barbera is delightfully honest and down-to-earth, with rich, concentrated flavors. widely planted during the gold rush by italian immigrants, this classic varietal offers luscious fruit flavors and happy acidity making it an extremely versatile, food-friendly wine. discover our barbera’s tempting black cherry and toffee aromas, and ripe, blackberry and pomegranate flavors with hints of toasty graham cracker.
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2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
made with grapes grown in some of california’s most exclusive vineyards, montevina cabernet sauvignon offers classic varietal characteristics like ripe cherry aromas, complex flavors, silky tannins and great age potential. but as distinctive as it is, it’s also friendly and unpretentious with plenty of wild currant and plum flavors, with hints of allspice and dark chocolate on the palate.
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2009 Merlot
with its beautiful ruby color and delicate perfume of cherries and violets, montevina merlot exudes charm. we harvest our merlot grapes from some of california’s best vineyards, and give them the royal treatment to create this elegant wine. in every sip, you’ll discover layers of concentrated, succulent black cherry and spice flavors with a voluptuous, velvety-smooth finish.
