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Lava Cap Winery

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Red Wines

American River Red Celebrated Cuvee 2010, El Dorado

Bold & beautifully structured, the rich berry fruit & notes of cocoa & caramel give the wine tremendous complexity. The spicy tannins finish on a soft, smoky touch that stays.

Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Chocolate, coffee, cassis, vanilla & nutmeg on the nose. On the palate, this wine shows flavors of plum, tart boysenberry, w/ a hint of black pepper. Blended w/ estate petite sirah for added richness. Enjoy this wine w/ a juicy ribeye steak or oven roasted vegetables.

Grenache 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Bright ruby red w/ a smooth texture & light body & tannins. This is a prime example of elegant & lively grenche, w/ hints of strawberry & lavender. Pair w/ any grilled shellfish as well as salami, sliced ham & other charcuterie.

Petite Sirah 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Robust tannins, rich cherry, currant & molasses flavors w/ a hint of spicy vanilla oak. A perfect partner w/ grilled new york steak or braised short ribs.

Syrah 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Red‎ berries, spice & white pepper combine on the palate, creating a perfect complement to pork tenderloin, sausage, or grilled & barbecued meats.

Zinfandel 2010 Rocky Draw Estate Bottled, El Dorado

The pure fresh fruit flavors of delicious berries & dark chocolate, coupled w/ a spicy finish to form this perfectly balanced lava cap rocky draw zinfandel.

Barbera 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Made from lava cap’s estate grapes, w/ small amounts of petite sirah, zinfandel & cabernet franc, this is a bright, earthy barbera. Rustic & juicy w/ mouth filling plum & blackberry pie flavors, it’s not shy, but entirely balanced, a treat for seekers of california barbera.

Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Stromberg, El Dorado

A nose of mint, chocolate, raspberry, black pepper, & clove. Elegant, seamless, rich “mouth feel” w/ expansive flavor & supple. This wine will age beautifully in the cellar. Pair w/ steak, wild mushroom soup & rack of lamb.

Merlot 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

The 2010 estate merlot is a robust, nicely structured wine w/ aromas of anise, mint, chocolate, cedar, & cherry. On the palate, lovely layers of raspberry, cherry, & chocolate. Enjoy this wine to the fullest by pairing w/ braised short ribs, beef stew, or pork tenderloin.

Sangiovese 2010 Matagrano, El Dorado

Boysenberry, cherry & spice mingle amid a smooth structure. Try this wine w/ steak, pizza, melted cheese & tomato based dishes.

Zinfandel 2010 Reserve Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Lava‎ cap’s zinfandel reserve wine has a rich, briar patch bouquet, which supports lush fruits, berries & caramel. The bright acidity & lovely, soft tannins lead to a long & lingering finish on the palate. Try this wine w/ grilled meats & vegetables, lamb, duck, pasta w/ red sauce, & blue cheese.

Zinfandel, Spring House 2010 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

Dark berry & dark chocolate aromas overlay the strawberry, red currant & clove flavors. Pair w/ braised pot roast, or turkey w/ mashed potatoes.

White Wines

Chardonnay 2010 Battonage, El Dorado

This perfectly balanced wine begins w/ inviting aromas of apple, dried apricot, & toasty oak. On the palate, enticing flavors of green apple, pear, lime, & vanilla. The wine pairs nicely w/ roast chicken or veal entrees.

Sauvignon Blanc 2011 Estate Bottled, El Dorado

This 100% 2011 sauvignon blanc opens w/ aromas of apple, tangerine, & a suggestion of oak. This wine is lively & refreshing on the palate w/ flavors of pear, apple, & apricot. This wine can be enjoyed w/ marinated or grilled white meats, baked fish dishes, & pasta w/ a creamy alfredo sauce.

Muscat Canelli 2010, El Dorado

The wine is very aromatic w/ inviting flavors of apricot, nectarine, & mandarin orange. The crisp style makes it a great pairing w/ fresh fruit, light desserts, & smoked gouda or mozzarella.

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