For 35 years, our family has shared a common vision to produce world class wines. Our pioneering spirit, first established by founder David Stare, continues to evolve under the second generation. With an eye toward the future, we have rediscovered what made us special all those years ago – our knack for blending wines. The result of this vision has given birth to a proprietary blend that will define our winery for decades to come. It is called, “The Mariner.”

View Reviews and Awards for our Mariner

Wine Profile:

Vintage:	2005
Wine Type:	Bold Red Wine
Varietal:	Meritage
Appellation:	Dry Creek Valley
Harvest Date:	September 19 – October 18, 2005
Acid:	0.57
PH:	3.74
Aging:	25 months in French oak
Fermentation:	Fermented 20 days at 83º F
Residual Sugar:	Dry
Alcohol %:	13.9%

Production Notes:

GRAPES: 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec, 3% Cabernet Franc

Winemaker Notes:

This is the second vintage of our premier Meritage blend, The Mariner. Utilizing all five of the noble Bordeaux varieties, this wine displays compelling aromas of wild black cherry, blue-berry, and dried flowers. On the palate, the fruit shines through with succulent cherry, dark chocolate, and cassis that integrate seamlessly with silky smooth tannins. The finish is memorable for its lingering fruit flavors that balance perfectly with creamy vanilla oak nuances. Meritage is an art form and nothing proves this more than this artful blend of classic varietals.

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