Pinot Grigio

Tasting Note

This is a California-style Pinot Grigio that’s crisp and refreshing. Aromas of lime and apple with just a hint of honeysuckle are complemented by the nectarine and apricot components on the palate. A rounded mouthfeel and balanced acidity on the finish make this a wine that pairs perfectly with a variety of light summer dishes, including shrimp ceviche or a greek salad.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Pinot Grigio is selected from vineyards in the California Delta. These vineyards are bathed in sunshine during the day and experience cool nights that allow for even ripening of the grapes. Some fruit from the Central Coast, influenced by the marine layer, were added for bright fruit characteristics. The geographic differences between the two regions bring unique flavors and characteristics that make it an an immediately appealing wine.

Winemaking

The winemaking team worked with Beringer’s viticulture department to determine when each vineyard reached full maturity. Once fully ripened and picked, the Pinot Grigio was fermented in 100 percent stainless steel to capture its citrus and tropical flavors.

Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting Note

Beringer Founders’ Estate Sauvignon Blanc has a wonderfully refreshing grapefruit flavor that is enhanced with intense citrus, ripe stone fruit and white fig. The wine finishes with a clean grassy note and crisp acidity making it a perfect match with grilled fish, a citrus salad or goat cheese.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Sauvignon Blanc was crafted from select vineyards on the North Coast and the California Delta. The coastal fruit is cooled by maritime influence, which bring bright flavors to the wine. The interior vineyards experience warm sunshine during the day and cool nights, which allows for steady ripening during the day. The combination of these results in a well balanced and immediately appealing wine.

Winemaking

The Beringer winemaking team worked with the viticulture department to determine when each vineyard reached full maturity. Once fully ripened and picked, the Sauvignon Blanc was cool fermented in 100 percent stainless steel to enhance the freshness of the juice and protect the bright aromas and crisp acidity.

Chardonnay

Tasting Note

The Beringer Founders’ Estate Chardonnay is the perfect combination of pear, apple and ripe tropical fruit flavors, with a hint of toasted almond and a classically round mouthfeel. This Chardonnay perfectly complements grilled chicken or fish, or can stand up to rich risotto with its ripe, clean flavors and lingering finish.

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Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Chardonnay is from select vineyards throughout the Central and North Coasts as well as the California Delta. The coastal fruit is cooled by maritime influence, which bring bright flavors to the wine. The interior vineyards experience warm sunshine during the day and cool nights, which allows for steady ripening during the day. The combination of these results in an ideal balance of acidity and ripe fruit flavors.

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Winemaking

The Beringer winemaking team worked with the viticulture department to determine when each vineyard reached full maturity. The wine was aged on seasoned French oak for four months to create depth of flavor and a lush, rounded mouthfeel.

Pinot Noir

Tasting Note

Beringer Founders’ Estate Pinot Noir is immediately fruit forward with bright flavors of red cherry and currant, beautifully complemented by cedar and cinnamon spice. It is a perfect pairing with grilled salmon, roast turkey, or brie cheese.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Pinot Noir is from select vineyards throughout the California Delta. These vineyards are bathed in sunshine during the day and experience cool nights that allow for even ripening of the grapes. Some fruit from the Central Coast, influenced by the marine layer, were added for bright fruit flavors. The grapes were picked as soon as they exhibited the ideal balance of acidity and ripeness.

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Winemaking

Gentle winemaking techniques were used to protect the delicate qualities of the Pinot Noir grapes and to preserve the grapes’ lush color and bright fruit flavors. The wine was aged on French oak for five months to add depth, complexity and spice.

Merlot

Tasting Note

The Beringer Founders’ Estate Merlot is immediately approachable with lush flavors of blueberry, blackberry and plum complemented by dark chocolate and spice. Its well balanced, soft tannins make this wine a perfect accompaniment to a variety of foods, such as beef tenderloin, spaghetti bolognese, or aged gouda.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Merlot was chosen from vineyards in the Central Coast, North Coast, as well as Lodi and the California Delta. The California coast offers grapes that are cooled by maritime influence, while the vineyards in the interior produce grapes of great intensity and flavor. The diverse microclimates of each area produces a wonderful depth of flavor, elegance and intensity.

Winemaking

The Beringer winemaking team worked closely with the viticulture department to determine when each vineyard reached full maturity. Small amounts of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot were added for complexity and depth of flavors. Aging with seasoned French and American oak for five months added toastiness and hints of brown spice to the final blend.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Note

The Beringer Founders’ Estate Cabernet boasts flavors of black cherry, raspberry, vanilla and cinnamon spice. It has a round mouthfeel, supple tannins and a long, lingering finish. A food-friendly wine, it pairs beautifully with a grilled rib-eye steak, roasted vegetables, or aged cheddar.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from some of California’s most renowned and emerging appellations. More than half of the vineyards are in Lodi and the California Delta, which produce grapes of great intensity and flavor. The rest of the blend comes from coastal vineyards that are bathed in sunshine during the day and cooled by the marine layer at night, ensuring even and steady ripening of the grapes. The combination of these regions offers a wine that is complex and balanced.

Dark Red Blend

Tasting Note

Founders’ Estate Dark Red exhibits flavors of blackberry, dark cherry and plum complemented by mocha and caramel that lead to a rich, lingering finish. The blend of varietals creates a perfect pairing for a variety of dishes such as slow-roasted pork shoulder or mushroom ravioli, but is also rich and supple enough to enjoy on its own.

Vineyards

Beringer Founders’ Estate Dark Red Blend is sourced from select vineyards in the Central Coast, as well as Lodi and the California Delta. The coastal fruit benefits

from sunshine during the day and cool marine layer at night, ensuring even ripening of the grapes. The rest of the vineyards bring grapes with great intensity and flavor to the blend.

Winemaking

This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah. Oak aging for five months with French and American oak adds spice notes and complexity to the blend.