Del Rio Vineyards

The nose displays mostly woody characteristics such as coffee, burnt toast, cedar and hazelnut. The first impression on your palate is true to the nose, reflecting the wood components due to the barrel aging. As the wine opens it offers a soft essence of almond. The finish lingers with fruit and a hint of bell pepper typically found in Cabernet Franc.

This wine is comprised of five traditional Bordeaux varietals; Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Lush, fruit-forward Merlot is combined with Cabernet Sauvignon, giving the wine structure and depth. Malbec balances the wine and contributes dark spices and floral notes. The Cabernet Franc adds to the herbal characteristics, and the Petit Verdot seasons the blend with spices. The marriage of these noble grapes has resulted in a complex and layered wine. Blend: 53% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot

The complex Merlot displays aromas of blueberry, licorice, and herbal flavors such as thyme. The barrel aging enriches the aromatic with delightful smokey characteristics. On the mouth the tannins are supple and elegant. The wine offers a modest finish with a pleasant aftertaste due to a year of oak aging.

This beautiful scarlet Syrah introduces your nose to complex woody aromas of cedar and coffee, followed by a combination of green olive and dried fruit, such as raisin. The fruity and long mouth has delicate and savory tannins. The mouth feel is both well structured and long lasting. Enjoy this complex wine now till 2017.

The nose is first greeted with aromas of herb seeds, such as dill and anise, followed by stone fruit notes of peach and melon. The final lingering aromas are of nutty nuances. The creamy and textured mouth is well balanced and has acomplexity that provides a long lasting finish. This is a great wine for today and years to come.

The nose displays aromas of orange peel, grapefruit and a hint of herbal notes such as hay. On the palate the mouth feel is full, textured, and is held together by its great acidity. The partial barrel ageing provides an elegant aftertaste, lingering with complexity.

A lovely pink shade,‏ with soft aromas of rose and mango provide a delicately balanced wine perfect for summer fun. The light sweet fragrance is enhanced by the flavors of strawberry, honey, and a hint of citrus. Completed with a slight spritz, this wine provides joy with each sip. Blend: Early Muscat and Riesling blend, with a splash of red blend for color.