Our Vineyards
"Wine is sunlight held together by water."
- Galileo Galilei
Our Vineyards
Quality wine begins in the vineyard, and our vineyards are a source of pride, worry and inspiration. We farm 23 varieties on 300 acres (the largest vineyard in Temecula). Our two consultants, one from the new world and one from the old world, keep us up to date on the latest techniques. Click here to read about our sustainability and farm restoration efforts.
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Cabernet
Nicknamed "the king of red wine grapes", this French varietal has the aroma of bell pepper, black currant, eucalyptus, mint and tobacco with the flavor of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, plum and the essence of dried fruit.
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Sangiovese
This Italian varietal, known as the noble grape of Tuscany, produces a medum-bodied wine with high acidity, moderate tannins and the aroma and flavors of orange peel, plum, strawberry and vanilla.
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Dolcetto
Although the name means "little sweet one", this wine is not sweet! Dolcetto's are nearly always dry and tannic, with low levels of acidity,ripe-berry flavors and sometimes a slightly bitter aftertaste.
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Nero d'Avola
This Sicilian grape produces a red wine with sweet tannins and the flavors of plum and pepper.
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Grenache
Often used for rose wine in the south of France, Grenache wines are sweet, fruity and low in tannins.
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Montepulciano
An italian varietal, this grape produces rich red wines with the flavor of blackberry and pepper.
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Sangiovese
This Italian varietal, known as the noble grape of Tuscany, produces a medum-bodied wine with high acidity, moderate tannins and the aroma and flavors of orange peel, plum, strawberry and vanilla.
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Pinot Grigio
This Italian varietal produces a crisp, light-bodied dry white wine with the aroma of pepper, honey, roses, nuts, citrus and pine.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Nicknamed "the king of red wine grapes", this French varietal has the aroma of bell pepper, black currant, eucalyptus, mint and tobacco with the flavor of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, plum and the essence of dried fruit.
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Zinfandel
This robust wine has hints of strawberry, cherry, blackberry, anise and pepper notes.
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Tempranillo
The king of Spanish grapes, Tempranillo grapes produce a full-bodied red wine with the flavors of berries, spice and fresh tobacco.
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Petit Sirah
This French grape produces a deep-colored, highly tannic wine with characteristics of pepper, smoke and chocolate.
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Barbera
An Italian varietal, this grape produces a red wine with low tannins and high acidity levels with hints of fresh berries, cherries and vanilla.
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Arneis
An Italian varietal, these white wine tend to be dry and full-bodied with notes of apple, pear and licorice.
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Vermentino
An Italian varietal grown on the Island of Sardinia, this late-ripening white grape that is highly aromatic with the flavor of white flowers, pink grapefruit and pear.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Nicknamed "the king of red wine grapes", this French varietal has the aroma of bell pepper, black currant, eucalyptus, mint and tobacco with the flavor of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, plum and the essence of dried fruit.
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Muscat
These wines are noted for their musky, fresh-grape flavor and are used to make both sparkling and fortified wines.
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Cab Franc
A French varietal, this grape produces a plum-colored red wine that has the aroma of bell pepper, raspberry, tobacco and violet with both fruity (raspberry, cherry, plum and strawberry) and floral (violet) flavors.
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Chardonnay
The noble white grape of Burgundy, France, its berries are small, thin-skinned and fragile and the taste is influenced by the climate, although most have a vanilla tone from oak barrel aging. Cooler climates create a citrus or fruity flavor, while warmer climates can create flavors reminiscent of tropical fruits like pineapple and mango.
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Merlot
These grapes produce a dry wine that is rich in flavor and smooth on the palate with aromas and flavors of ripe berries, plums, black cherry, currant, mint and vanilla. The most expensive and exlcusive red in the world, Chateau Petrus, is made from 100% Merlot.
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