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The Chardonnay grapes for the Napa Cut Monterey Cut Chardonnay are harvested from two different vineyards in the Monterey County appellation, one in the heart of the Carmel Valley and the other on the east side of Santa Lucia Highlands. The wine matures for 12 months in French oak, which gives the Chardonnay a round mouthfeel with notes of brioche, complemented by notes of ripe stone fruit. These richer notes are balanced by well-integrated acidity. The Monterey Cut is an elegant Chardonnay with a controlled wood aging, perfect acidity, a nice alcohol percentage of 13.5% and a textured palate and the good structure makes it clear why Monterey Chardonnay is so popular.

The Pinot Noir grapes for the Sonoma Cut are carefully harvested from renowned vineyards in Sonoma County, from locations that express a true sense of terroir. This Pinot Noir is artfully crafted by winemaker Brian Maloney, where he captures the true essence of a Sonoma Pinot Noir. The wine has matured for 12 months in French oak. On the nose, the notes of red fruits are complimented by an earthiness of the forest floor. On the palate there are notes of ripe red cherries and blackberries, all brought together by a delicate tannin structure. The Sonoma Cut is a perfect and especially elegant Pinot Noir.

Duckhorn Vineyards has been making wine for more than 40 years using grapes from Napa Valley's finest vineyards. Building on this rich history, their Napa Valley Chardonnay comes from the coolest regions. In the cellar they don't settle for anything less than classic perfection. Fermentation in French oak barrels adds depth and character, while stirring the lees during the process enriches the wine with a silky texture. The result is a Chardonnay that reflects the complexity of Napa Valley, where the area's warm days and cool nights come together to create a balanced and refined wine.

The Estate Grown Pinot Noir from Monterey is a unique wine that originates from the winery’s certified sustainable, proprietary vineyards. Here, the vines are 100% Pinot Noir and thrive in the northern plateaus of the Salinas Valley, influenced by cool winds, misty conditions and a specific terroir that gives the wine its distinctive character, texture and structure.

The Estate Grown Chardonnay from Monterey is a unique wine with a rich history. Sourced from certified sustainable, homegrown vineyards in the cooler wine-growing regions of Monterey County, this wine embodies the area's signature characteristics. An expressive experience unfolds when tasting this wine. The aromas are fresh and lively, with notes of yellow apple, pear and citrus. Subtle hints of coconut, vanilla and toasted oak add complexity to the scent. On the palate the wine emerges as medium-bodied, soft and balanced, with bright fruit, hints of butter and a long-lasting subtle oak finish.

The Fundamental Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a beautiful, elegant, mineral-driven Cabernet Sauvignon - reminiscent of Bordeaux. This wine is the result of the impressive wine project of Joey Tensley and his wife Jennifer Tensley, owners of the famous Tensley Wines label. After fifteen years of traveling and tasting in the world's leading wine regions, they have used their expertise to create high-quality wines that always reflect the vineyard.