Alcohol: 13%
Grape(s): Zinfandel
Location: Lodi, California
Tasting Notes: Medium to full in body. Classic flavors of blueberry, tobacco and black pepper. This wine is dry and savory with a bright, energetic finish.
94 points Wine Enthusiast: This wine is opulent, with aromas of blackberry jam, blueberry pie, cinnamon, orange peel, toasted vanilla cream and violets on the nose. Flavors on the palate are boysenberry coulis, huckleberry, orange cream, maple and clove, with a dry, supple and silky finish.
Food pairing: Best paired with steak frites or smash burgers.
Winery Story: Monte Rio Cellars was founded by Patrick Cappiello, a celebrated sommelier turned winemaker. The winery focuses on organic farming, minimal intervention, and traditional methods. Monte Rio emphasizes small-lot wines from distinctive vineyards across California, often highlighting Mendocino’s cool-climate terroir. Their philosophy is to craft wines that are expressive, approachable, and true to place, often with lower alcohol and restrained oak to let the fruit shine.
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