On the smooth palate, abundant tropical flavors blend with ripe citrus and peach. Hints of vanilla and crème brûlée are also evident on the long finish, characteristics derived from the block of Sauvignon Blanc we sourced from Laguna Ranch and aged on French oak.
The Russian River Valley's long growing season enhances the flavor and aromatic qualities of the cool-climate varietals, including grapes for our Frei Brothers Reserve Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.
Frei Brothers Russian River Valley Pinot Noir offers a deep, opulent and fruit-forward expression of the Russian River Valley. A combination of ripe red and black fruit characteristics with hints of earthiness, this wine offers flavors of blueberry, boysenberry, pomegranate and black cherry, framed by notes of lavender, vanilla, toasted oak and savory herbs.
Frei Brothers Merlot is well-balanced and medium bodied with ripe fruit notes and plush tannins. Aromas of red licorice and blackberry meld with hints of toasted oak, milk chocolate and roasted coffee on each sip. Highly versatile, this Merlot wine is great on its own or paired with any meal, and is perfect for a backyard party. This California red wine is crafted with grapes from the sun-drenched vineyards in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County. Awarded 90 Points from The Wine Advocate, Frei Brothers Reserve Merlot offers a high-quality wine that is a true expression of Sonoma County.
An exemplary expression of the classic Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel, this well-structured wine opens with jammy red and dark fruit notes of raspberry, blackberry, black currant and plum with hints of dried fruit notes. On the appealingly smooth and round palate, ripe flavors of black cherry and cassis are given depth by hints of mocha, caramel, cedar and spice, followed by a lingering, fruit-filled finish.