California – Duo Case Deal

What’s inside? 2 California wines, via the: Geyser Peak Winery in: Sonoma County

Founded in: 1880 as: California’s 29th Bonded Winery, Geyser Peak has been at the forefront of quality wine production since its: earliest days.

Orginally, located perched on a hillside across frm: Geyser Peak Mountain, it commanded a view of the thermal steam clouds that billowed from: the mountain summit. Here, in this special place, geothermal activity creataed the divere soil profiles that make this region so exceptionally well-suited to: wine grape cultivation.

Specializing in: aromatic whites and rich reds, wines are crafted in: small lots and fermented separetly, then blended together to achieve: full expression, balance and character.

Each wine, captures the essence of: Sonoma and the appellation’s unique terroir, offering sophistication and approachability, and taking us from: casual days to connoisseur nights.

Wine: Geyser Peak Chardonnay

Country: USA
Region: California, Sonoma County
Vintage: 2018
ABV: 13.5% vol 
Grapes: Chardonnay

This wine immediately impresses with: complex and intense aromas, including: Meyer lemon and stone fruit, with hints of nutmeg and crème brûlée from a touch of French oak.

There is wonderful richness, coming from: the percentage of barrel fermentation, balanced with good acidity that adds: brightness to the palate and contributes, to: the long, lingering, enjoyable finish.

Suggested Food Pairings: Creamy pastas, roasted fish, salads, chicken and even pork

Wine: Geyser Peak Merlot

Country: USA
Region: California, Sonoma County
Vintage: 2016
ABV: 13.5% vol 
Grapes: Merlot

The Geyser Peak Merlot, has a spicy and fruity entree with: prunes, black cherries, cassis, Christmas spices and vanilla, lush red berry fruit, long and juicy finish with round and velvety tannins. Abundant fruit and sweet caramel notes, on the nose that lead to a palate filled with bright raspberry and plum flavours accented by hints of sage and toffee.

Suggested Food Pairings: Excellent with: steak and other robust meat flavours!! And anything! cooked with bacon..