Brutocao Family Vineyards

Brutocao Family ‘Quadriga’ Red Blend California Mendocino

A Red Grape Blend
California Mendocino United States North America
Tasting Notes
Technical Details
Vintage Description

Quadriga, a “chariot carried by four horses”, is an ancient Italian symbol of triumph. Celebrating our Italian heritage, we created a proprietary blend of Sangiovese, Primitivo, Barbera, and Dolcetto. The nose is serenaded with a bouquet of raspberries, strawberries, and bright red fruits, complemented by gentle undertones of lavender, mocha, and sweet vanilla. As it graces the palate, this wine reveals deeper layers of cherry and dark plums. e mid-palate, bursting with blueberries and toasted hazelnuts, seamlessly transitions into a nish marked by fruit-forward notes and the indulgent allure of malted chocolate.

A red grape blend.
This wine contains allergens, sulfites.
2020 DATA Sheet 

 

The Estate

The story begins with our grandfather, Irv Bliss, whose passion for agriculture grew through his years of farming in Sonoma County. Irv grew pears, prunes, walnuts, and a large family garden just outside of Healdsburg, in Sonoma County, California.

Wine Making

Morning loads only, de-stemmed remaining as 50% whole berries. Cold soaked all lots for 48 hours prior to fermentation. In temperature controlled tanks, pumped over 4-2 times a day. Individual lots remained on the skins for average of 18 days. 18 months in 90% French oak, 10% American oak, 25% new oak.

Food Suggestions

Pairs well with grilled meats, pasta with rich tomato sauces, or hard cheeses.

2020 Shelf Talker 
• Available Size: 750mL (12 pc)
• Type: Wines
• Sub-type: Wines
• Class: Red
• ABV%: 13.5
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