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2021 Mountain Winery Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 14%
Towering 1200 feet above Silicon Valley, on steep south-facing slopes of gravelly loam and fractured Franciscan shale, lies the historic Mountain Winery Vineyard. Originally planted to vines by the Burgundian Paul Masson at the turn of the 20th century with vines he brought back from France, this site is ground zero for fine wine in California. Replanted in 2004 to vine material from the historic vineyard, we thrill in rediscovering the origins of the legend through this wine. 96 Points, Wine Enthusiast "This epic bottling combines brisk and joyful aromas of lime sorbet with the most delicate touch of toasted pastry on the nose. This winery is a master at texture, in this case employing a chalky grip and a tongue-titillating acidity to frame citrus, blanched almond and light spice flavors.” - Matt Kettmann
$52.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 Bozzo Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay
Alcohol 13%
Planted on steep east-facing slopes of gravelly loam and decomposed sandstone, the Bozzo Gulch Vineyard lies at 700 feet above the San Francisco Bay. The Chardonnay vines benefit from warm days and ocean breeze-cooled nights, yielding a balanced wine with pure fruit, refreshing acidity, and compelling mineral mouthfeel.
$40.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 Bald Mountain Vineyard

Chardonnay
Alcohol 13.5%
The Bald Mountain lies three miles inland and 1000 feet above the Pacific Ocean, atop a gentle slope of bright white Zayante sands. The 30 year-old own-rooted vines yield tiny crops of about a ton per acre. This wine was fermented and aged for 12 months sur lie in barrel with 25% new oak and then spent six months aging sur lie in stainless steel Delicate aromas of white citrus flower and stone fruit are framed by a racy line of mouthwatering acidity and a long mineral finish that is hallmark for this incredible site.
$54.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 LeBoeuf Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay

CA - Santa Clara County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13%
Planted in 1974 by renowned biologist Burney Le Boeuf, a pioneer in elephant seal research, the stunning Le Boeuf Vineyard is now farmed organically by Sandar & Hem. The old and gnarled Chardonnay vines reach down deep into the gently-sloped decomposed granite soils, transmitting a complexity and structure that speaks true to the site. This Chardonnay has striking aroma of orange blossom and a beautiful mineral impression framed by a zingy acidity that is at once both refreshing and profound. Awarded 92 Points by Matt Kettman of the Wine Enthusiast
$52.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 Mindego Ridge Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13.4%
Pale ruby in color, the wine entices with rich aromas of violet, black raspberry, blood orange, and mace with a refreshing palate of crisp red plum, currant and orange rind, as sage and a touch of clove add to the energetic mouthfeel. From a steep and rocky shale site just a few miles from the ocean near the town of La Honda yields fruit of stunning quality.
$56.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2021 Deerheart Vineyard Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 14%
Planted on picturesque south-facing slopes of clay and loam, the Deerheart Vineyard lies just five miles from the Pacific Ocean and is bordered by the La Honda Open Space Preserve. With a compelling mix of Dijon and Swiss clones, most the vines are planted at a dense 4-foot spacing to promote lower yields. The coldest blocks are trellised just 18” off the ground to capture the heat of the earth on this cool coastal site at the frontier-edge of the AVA. Crunchy aromas of morello cherry, plum and mulberry intermixed with toasted brioche, slate and earth. Intensely pure raspberry and plum notes on the palate with whole cluster bringing lavender aromas, savory notes, deep structure and a velvety texture to the party, all framed by the vibrant acidity that is hallmark for the site.
$58.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Bates Ranch Grenache Rosé

Grenache Rosé

CA - Santa Clara County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13.3%
Made from Grenache vines grown on the steep slopes and shallow, gravelly soils of historic Bates Ranch overlooking Mt. Madonna. The fruit went direct to press after sorting and was fermented in stainless steel. The wine exhibits aromas of Santa Rosa plum, peach blossom, and dried sweet herb on the nose. On the palate, it has a crisp, mouthwatering structure with a complex and long mineral finish that will keep you coming back for more.
$24.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 Bates Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13%
Bates Ranch is another one of our favorite sites and has been farmed by the Bates family for four generations. This historic site is on a rocky slope facing Mount Madonna near Watsonville and our fruit comes from two adjacent blocks including a beautiful old-vine block planted in the early 1970s. The destemmed whole-berry fruit was fermented and aged for 22 months in French Oak. For the 2020 vintage, this is a lighter Cabernet of finesse, with a pure and elegant profile with classic Santa Cruz Mountain Cabernet notes of currants, balsam fir, chaparral, and spring flowers. Complex, layered and balanced, with fine tannins, it stays graceful and pure on the palate with great transparency and length.
$58.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2022 Sauvignon Blanc Triolo Vineyard

Sauvignon Blanc

CA - Santa Clara County - Santa Clara Valley
Alcohol 11.8%
Hailing from the historic Santa Clara Valley AVA, whole-cluster pressed Sauvignon Blanc grapes yield a charming wine with aromas of guava and passion fruit and a crisp citrusy finish. This collaboration of family businesses rooted in the Santa Cruz Mountains is about the confluence of people and place. At Sandar & Hem we create delicious and complex wines with a strong sense of place, and are delighted to connect through our community with The Forest Feast. The Forest Feast cookbooks artfully share simple recipes that celebrate local, seasonal produce. We come together to celebrate and inspire unique stories that build community around the table.
$29.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2020 Mountain Winery Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13.4%
Towering 1200 feet above Silicon Valley, on steep south-facing slopes of gravelly loam and fractured Franciscan shale, lies the historic Mountain Winery Vineyard. Originally planted to vines by the Burgundian Paul Masson at the turn of the 20th century with vines he brought back from France, this site is ground zero for fine wine in California. Replanted in 2004 to vine material from the historic vineyard, we thrill in rediscovering the origins of the legend through this wine.
$46.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2019 Bates Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

CA - Santa Cruz County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 13%
Bates Ranch is another one of our favorite sites and has been farmed by the Bates family for four generations. This historic site is on a rocky slope facing Mount Madonna near Watsonville and our fruit comes from two adjacent blocks including a beautiful old-vine block planted in the early 1970s. The destemmed whole-berry fruit was fermented and aged for 22 months in French Oak. For the 2019 vintage, this is a lighter Cabernet of finesse, with a pure and elegant profile with classic Santa Cruz Mountain Cabernet notes of currants, balsam fir, chaparral, and spring flowers. Complex, layered and balanced, with fine tannins, it stays graceful and pure on the palate with great transparency and length.
$58.00 / 750 mL Bottle
2019 LeBoeuf Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay

CA - Santa Clara County - Santa Cruz Mountains
Alcohol 12.8%
This Chardonnay has striking aroma of orange blossom and a beautiful mineral impression framed by a zingy acidity that is at once both refreshing and profound.
$52.00 / 750 mL Bottle
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