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CALIFORNIA EXCELLENCE. ALL-AMERICAN VALUE.

 

Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Notes

Our Cabernet Sauvignon has robust aromas of currant, raspberry jam and black tea followed by youthful tannins rich red fruit and a bold finish.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 13.5%

TA: .69 g/100ml

RS: .60 g/100ml

pH: 3.65

Chardonnay

Tasting Notes

This full-bodied California Chardonnay offers the palate rich and layered vanilla notes complemented with aromas of fresh citrus and tropical notes. Pair with fish, pork, pasta, and mild cheeses.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 13.5%

TA: 0.49 g/100ml

RS: .04 g/100ml

pH: 3.53

Merlot

Tasting Notes

Our Merlot has aromas of black cherries, violet and dark chocolate.. Layers of fresh cherries, plums, and mocha are softened by the delicate texture, and given staying power with mocha and toasted oak on the finish.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 13.5%

TA: .62 g/100ml

RS: .40 g/100ml

pH: 3.70

Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes

Firebrand Pinot Noir leads with aromas of dark cherry, vanilla bean, pomegranate, red licorice nose. Bright Cherry, hints of earth, mushroom, and toasty oak on palate lead are balanced by soft tannins and lingering finish.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 13.5%

TA: .62 g/100ml

RS: .30 g/100ml

pH: 3.55

Bourbon Barrel Aged Red Blend

Tasting Notes

Firebrand Bourbon Barrel Aged Red is a blend of our finest vineyard lots uniquely aged in seasoned Kentucky Bourbon barrels. In the glass, this spirited blend of grapes and traditions delivers bold, mouth-filling red berry flavors that mellow nicely on the long, smooth whiskey barrel finish.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 15.90%

TA: .59 g/100ml

RS: .4 g/100ml

pH: 3.7

Red Blend

Tasting Notes

Our Firebrand Red Blend offers concentrated aromas of blackberry jam, ripe raspberries, mocha and warm toasted oak. The rich and structured palate of plum, dark chocolate, sweet vanilla and spice culminate into a long and lingering finish.

Wine Details

Appellation: California

Alc: 13.5%

TA: .68 g/100ml

RS: 1.5 g/100ml

pH: 3.78

 
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STEVEN DECOSTA

WINEMAKER

Steven Decosta leads a team of talented young winemakers who focus on creating wines with character that come from premier appellations and fruit. Working to ensure the highest level of winemaking standards are met, he also oversees research and development and introduces new technology that’s implemented across the winery. Steven uses his foundation of chemistry and microbiology to create wines with a varietal focus of aromatics and flavors that consumers will enjoy. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Enology from California State Fresno. When Steven is not in the vineyard or production facility, you can find him traveling, cooking or reading philosophy.

 

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