2000 Mandolina Nebbiolo The result of such patience is a smooth and succulent wine with a mellow, barrel aged palate and complex, dried cherry, tanned leather, spicy sage and thyme flavor profile.
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2001 Mandolina Toccata
We brought together Sangiovese--the basis for virtually all Chianti--for
its zesty strawberry and red cherry flavor, Freisa--a lesser known but very
appealing Italian variety--for its deep color and distinct raspberry aroma,
Cabernet Sauvignon from our Valley View Vineyard for its color, structure,
breadth on the palate and deep, black currant flavor, Merlot for its ripe,
black cherry notes that expand on the red cherry themes of the Sangiovese,
and Cabernet Franc for its perfumey, blueberry and spice aromatics. Altogether,
quite a package!On the palate our Toccata is smooth and supple, perfect for any evening of light-hearted company and cuisine or, equally, candlelit repasts on the most memorable occasions. The choice is yours! Age our 2001 Toccata for the next 2-3 years (it will become even more mellow and smooth) or enjoy now. It can also be chilled lightly in warm weather. GOLD MEDAL WINNER Daniel Gehrs - Winemaker |
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2001 Mandolina Toccata Riserva Our
first Toccata "Riserva" is made in the prestigious tradition that
has established the Super Tuscan category on the international fine wine
stage. Made entirely from grapes grown in our own vineyards, this blend
is anchored with Cabernet Sauvignon (45%) from our Valley View vineyard
in Solvang and Sangiovese (35%) from our Los Alamos vineyard; it is enhanced
by Merlot (5%), Cabernet Franc (5%), and the rare Freisa (10%). Eighteen
months of oak aging was followed by an additional six months in new French
oak barrels, resulting in a wine of exceptional merit and style.4 GOLD MEDALS - BEST OF CLASS Daniel Gehrs - Winemaker |
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2002 Mandolina Barbera |
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2003 Mandolina Rosato Rosato
is the Italian word for rosé. In Southern France and Italy
these dry, fruit-driven wines enjoy immense popularity. Not only are they
food-friendly, light, fruity and delicious but they project an image of
youth and vitality that is compelling. We lightly drained freshly-crushed
juice from the Nebbiolo and Barbera varieties, blending them and cold-fermenting
the cuvee to near dryness. The wine was bottled in early February of 2003.
This is a delicious pink wine with aromas and flavors of cranberry, raspberry, wild strawberry and brown spices. Enjoy with salad entrees, appetizers, chicken, cold duck specialties and salmon. Use your imagination. This wine is a favorite in our tasting room and it will rise to the occasion! 3 GOLD MEDALS BEST OF CLASS DANIEL GEHRS – WINEMAKER |
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2001 Mandolina Dolcetto This
is the Italian Beaujolais! A darkly-colored wine with an earthy, anise and
plum fruit character. It is bottled young to capture its intensely fruity
essence. A smooth, supple, and well balanced wine. Have some fun at the dinner table--confound your friends trying to guess what wine this delicious elixir is! SILVER MEDAL WINNER-SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FAIR WINE COMPETITION-Santa Maria, CA-2003 Daniel Gehrs-Winemaker |
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2002 Pinot Grigio The
hand-harvested grapes are whole-cluster pressed for minimal color extraction,
chilled and cold-fermented for crisp, lively flavor with natural acidity.
We finish and bottle this wine during the cold winter months to retain optimal Pinot Grigio flavors of key lime, citrus blossom and a hint of wild strawberry. Enjoy with salads, lighter first courses or sipping with many appetizers. Daniel Gehrs-Winemaker |
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In
2000 a long growing season provided us with fully mature grapes by early-mid
November. After two weeks of combined cold soaking and fermentation, the
wine was aged in seasoned French oak barrels for 29 months. 
From
the Los Alamos Vineyards, this wine brings an unmistakable cranberry aroma
infused with ripe, black cherry which is fresh and clean. Added notes
of complexity come from a spicy melange of sage, cumin and black pepper.
Typical of Italian reds, this wine is quite soft and low in tannin.