The Ghirardelli Vineyard is the oldest in Calaveras - over 125 years old! Five generations have tended to these small-yielding, dry-farmed vines. Complex and layered with fruit and spice.
By blending fruit from 3 vineyards planted up to 100 years ago, we have captured the diversity of Sierra Foothills Zin. Light-bodied with dried fruit notes and herbal undertones.
Aromas of fresh violet petals and spices give way to a mouthwatering palate of ripe blackberry, raspberry, anise, and toffee brittle. Vibrant acidity and a bright, juicy finish.
These grapes thrive in the warm Foothill summers. Ripe blackberry and baked fruit lingers on the tongue and finishes with bold tannins.
An explosion of pepper on the nose gives way to supple dark fruits on the mid palate, with hints of cocoa, vanilla, and renewed spice on the finish.
Best in California - California State Expo - 2024
A Calaveras Bordeaux blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec and 3% Merlot.A rich nose with vanilla, cinnamon, and dark fruit.
Raisin and cocoa with balanced sweetness. Amador Zinfandel grapes and fortified with grappa.
Fruit forward on the nose, complex layers of dark berry and black currant roll over the palate and finish with soft tannins.
An excellent example of Amador County Zinfandel. Deep red color with notes of raspberry jam, boysenberry, and baking spices.
2024 Gold from El Dorado County Fair 2024 Wine Competition.
A complex wine with black cherry, plum, and subtle vanilla flavors.
A blend of Zinfandel and Cinsault, this light-bodied red bares a youthful and intensely, fruity character. Named after the French word meaning "youth". Jeunesse has notes of blackberry, violets, and cocoa.
Smooth with notes of caramel and cherry. This vineyard sits on a wind-swept bluff above the Mokelumne River, a cooler microclimate to insure delicate, complex, and good acidity.
These vines are grown high above Angels Creek, struggling to survive in the rocky soil. The result is a wine that is bold and full-bodied. Deep purple color with flavors of blueberries.
An elegant red wine that fully expresses its Rhone origins. Brilliant color radiating red fruit flavors, yet silky smooth from start to finish.
Sourced from 100 plus year old vines, this wine shows the sumptuous strawberry notes that Zin is known for. Well balanced and fresh, with a touch of vanilla and a light toast - a truly special glass of wine.
Sugar, spice, and everything nice, that’s Robert’s Cuvee! Named after our son who was born during the harvest time of these grapes, this Zin is a confection of blackberry jam and pepper.
Dry blend of Cinsault and Mission from the 90 year old Martin Vineyard in "Baja Calaveras". Boasts loads of cherry and straweberry on the nose. Balances beautifully with spicy shrimp, grilled chicken, or Mexican fare.
This Zinfandel and Syrah blend is the ultimate spaghetti wine! Crafted around our 99 point Syrah.
