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2022 Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc

Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date April 27th 2023
Our 2022 Sauvignon Blanc was picked on August 27th at 20.5 brix for 3.2pH. As usual, the light and heavy juice pressings were separated for fining and fermentation. Shortly after the end of fermentation, the two wines were combined and aged 7 months in concrete on fine lees. The finished wine exhibits aromatics of lemon, boxwood and grapefruit. The wine presents with a full mouthfeel structured by a lingering natural acid.
$28.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2023 Chardonnay

Chardonnay

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date March 29, 2024
jamessuckling.com 91

This wine presents itself with a golden yellow color and pale hue. Seductive aromas of pineapple, Asian pear, and citrus are balanced with honeysuckle creamy oak. Flavors of pear and exotic fruits are backed with lively acidity. The creamy palate has a lingering finish with satisfying richness.
$30.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 Chardonnay Reserve

Chardonnay

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date January 24, 2023
VA Governor's Cup Gold

This Chardonnay was picked on August 24th 2021. The juice was entirely fermented and aged in barrels ; the malolactic fermentation was executed at 50%. The reserve Chardonnay is made up from the selection of only the best five barrels. The aging lasted 14 months in French Oak on coarse lees. The wine exhibits aromas of apples and pears surrounded by a thick creamy palate.
$50.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2023 Viognier

Viognier

Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date 04/22/2024
San Fran Chronicle Gold

The grapes were picked on September 5th 2023 with an optimal ripening balance ; 22.9 brix / 3.7 pH / 3.12 TA. The clusters were very clean therefore 100% crushed shortly before pressing to extract more skin flavors and oils. The juices were separated (low pressure juice vs high pressure juice), fined separately and slowly fermented at low temperature in stainless steel. Also, a small portion (10%) was fermented in barrel (50% new) and blended back to add complexity and creaminess. This is a fresh and balanced wine with fragrant notes of apricot layered with spices.
$28.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Pinot Gris

Pinot Gris/Grigio

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date January 24, 2023
The last few years, we have been pleasantly surprised by the level of acid retained in the grapes by harvest time. This year is no-exception, because we believe this is the tendency for our older blocks due to the age of the vines. After 19 years in the ground, the roots are no longer superficial and dig deep in the bed rock. This allows the vines to be less susceptible and reactive to the precipitations. In 2022, the Pinot Gris was harvested on August 21th at its optimum maturity level. The grapes were very clean which allowed them to spend more time on the coarse lees pre-fermentation. The fermentation was maintained at cold temperature for a month in a stainless steel tank. Best when served slightly chilled, so the soft mouth feel will open up to lingering rose and litchi aromas.
$26.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2024 Rosé

Merlot

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date January 20, 2025
Made from “direct press” and “Saignee” (aka “red fermenter bleed”) method. The varietals are the blend of 66% Merlot, 25% Nebbiolo and 9% Cabernet Franc. The wine was fermented under cold conditions to preserve fresher aromatics and aged 3 months on fine lees to enhance the volume in mouth. The result is bright and vibrant, with aromas of red fruits such as strawberry jam. 221 cases were bottled January 20th 2025
$26.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 Durant White

White Blend

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date 01/2020
This wine is intended to be crisp and elegant with flavors of bright vibrant lime, green apple, quince and passion fruit. Without the tannic structure from oak aging or extended skin contact, this wine is approachable for both new and experienced wine lovers.
$25.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Merlot

Merlot

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date March 29th 2024
Aromas of fresh, ripened cherries and blueberries burst from this perfectly balanced merlot. The wine has soft and silky but firm tannins, yet it retains freshness and vibrancy through to the finish.
$34.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13.59%
Bottling Date March 29, 2024
$45.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 Meritage

Meritage

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 14.7%
Bottling Date May 22, 2023
The Meritage 2021 is the blend of 46% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Franc, 13% Petit Verdot from our estate vineyards. This wine was created from a barrel selection of our best blocks. The lots were blended shortly after malolactic fermentation, and aged for a total of 18 months in French oak barrels (40% new, 60% neutral). Today, this wine presents aromas of blue fruits surrounded by coffee and earthy notes, and while it is approachable now, the wine will gain complexity with additional aging in your cellar. San Francisco Chronicle, Double Gold
$45.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Meritage

Meritage

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 14.7%
jamessuckling.com 91

This wine is a blend of 44% Cabernet Franc, 39% Merlot and 17% Petit Verdot from our estate vineyards. This wine was created from a barrel selection of our best blocks, as the lots were blended shortly after malolactic fermentation, and aged for a total of 18 months in French oak barrels (50% new). Today, this wine presents with concentrated flavors of red fruits and cassis with a mouthwatering finish. 392 cases were bottled unfiltered on 5/20/2024 Gold: 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Wine Competiton Gold, Top 12: 2025 Monticello Cup Wine Competition
$50.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 14%
Bottling Date March 31, 2022
The 2020 vintage was an unusual growing year because of a late May frost and our crop was reduced by 80%. Our vineyard block that survived the event the best was our Mountain block because of its higher elevation. Therefore the 2020 Petit Verdot is composed 100% from this block. We picked the grapes on September 21, 2020 at 21 brix. After a night in the cooler the grapes were sorted (bunches and berries), processed, bleed at 20% to increase the concentration, and then directly fermented. The alcoholic fermentation lasted ten days. The maceration was short in order to only extract the softer tannins. The aging took place in French oak barrels for 17 months (40% new French Oak). Today the wine is bright and balanced showing tobacco flavors and natural blue fruit aromas.
$40.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2018 Durant Red

Red Blend

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 13%
Bottling Date 02/2020
44% Cabernet Franc 40% Merlot 16% Petit Verdot. This wine is designed to be lighter in body but still with plenty of juicy red berry personality. Soft tannins intertwine with lush fruit on the palate, reminiscent of a Cote du Rhone.
$32.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 L'invite

Merlot

Other - France
Alcohol 13.5%
Bottling Date 04/27/2022
The second label in our L'invité Series, 2020 Bergerac. Translated to, The Invited or The Guest, the L'invité label series is an exploration of terroirs and varietals similar to those of our own Estate vineyards. In our pursuit to produce world-class Estate Grown wines, we invite the ‘guest’ fruit to help us better understand the potential of our own site.
$30.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2017 Mille Fleurs

Petit Manseng

VA - Monticello
Alcohol 16.5%
2021 VA Gov Cup Gold James Suckling 93

This port of Viognier presents a nose of candied apricot, honey, fig, hazelnut and stone fruit, all attributable to the strong Viognier base. Intense and invigorating peach and citrus flavors fill the palate to maintain a distinct acidity. The sweetness is not overpowering and perfectly balanced by the structure of the oak and flavor of brandy.
$30.00 / 375 mL Bottle