Wine in Yolo County

Chardonnay grapes grown in Clarksburg are known for their characteristic apple and pear aromas and flavors. Bogle winemakers have captured these refreshing and ripe notes while allowing them to develop and intensify through stainless steel fermentation. Additional grapes are vinted using the techniques of barrel fermentation, sur-lies aging and partial malolactic fermentation, which creates an elegant counterpart to the fresh fruit with tones of spicy vanilla and nutmeg. The creamy mouth feel adds just the final touch on the finish, reminiscent of an apple and pear galette.

The wait is over…Phantom has reappeared for the season! Bogle’s tantalizing apparition of rich berry and relentless spice returns to tease wine lovers. Full of flavor, concentration and intensity, this mysterious wine will haunt you well after the last sip is gone. A spectre of rubies sparkles in the glass, awaiting with its first impression. Bright red cherry fruit and black pepper tempt you to take that sip, with hints of brawny juniper, rich blackberry and briary boysenberry in the background. Succulent in mouthfeel, the wine showcases its versatile grape varietals: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvedre. Aged for over 24 months in 1 and 2 year old American oak, tones of spicy vanilla and toasted coconut moderate the firm tannins and create a focused and intense finish. Enjoy this passionate and commanding red wine, yet another vintage impossible to ignore.

This brilliant, golden-straw-colored Chardonnay has distinctive oak flavors paired with robust fruit reminiscent of white peach and Asian pear.

The Matchbook Chardonnay signature style is a delicious balance of fruit and toasty oak. Aromas of apricot, butterscotch and honey are followed by stone fruit fruit flavors layered over luscious crème brûlée, vanilla, toasted oak and butter. There is a nice weight to the wine that leads to a long, lingering finish.

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The tempranillo and graciano vines grown in our Matchbook Vineyard in the Dunnigan Hills are from cuttings imported from the Pesquera region of Spain. While the traditional flavors of earth, leather and spice are evident from these old world varietals, Matchbook Tempranillo bears its California upbringing in the expansive aromas of black cherry and vanilla. Rich flavors of coffee and mocha mingle with fresh cranberry and rhubarb.

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A well-balanced, dry white wine with intriguing scents of green apple, pear and honeydew melon. This lighter-bodied wine has a bright crisp, mineral finish.

Light in color. Nose is ok with dust, earth and pepper. The palate is thin with red pepper, wafer and spice.

This wine evolves into a crisp melange of refreshing fruit from honeydew to citron lemon, ripe kiwi and tart pippin apples. The wine finishes juicy while remaining appropriately acidic and dry with sweet green apple and mango nectar flavors. This is our 18th year of producing Chenin Blanc from Wilson Farms in Clarksburg California, near Sacramento in the Delta. What is special about this location (especially for Chenin Blanc) is the micro climate. This area is about 90 miles East of San Francisco which is an inland valley floor location, prone to heat; however, because of its proximity to the SF Bay, the area is cooled down in the afternoon due to the marine influence. The cool breezes remove heat, yet allow for optimal daytime sunlight and ripening to occur. This cooling effect allows the grapes to maintain larger than normal (for an inland location) natural acidities which inherently makes better wine. The grapes for this wine are harvested in the middle of the night so we receive them nice and cold at the winery bright and early (usually 5 am). We hand sort the grapes and go direct to the press, expressing the juice and cold settling for about 3 days. After the juice is settled, we rack the unfermented juice clean and into stainless steel tanks and ferment cold and slow to express as much aromatics as possible. The wine is not put through malo-lactic so as to preserve the natural acidity and maintain this as an important part of the flavor profile. This wine pairs fabulously with grilled fish tacos and salsa fresca, avocado, fresh lime and cilantro. Try it with summer salads like blood orange, shaved fennel and arugula in a champagne vinaigrette. Or a chioggia beet salad with toasted walnuts and gorgonzola or grilled yellowfin tuna with fresh guacamole, roasted fingerling potatoes and Maui onions.

A fresh and lush mouth feel with flavors of fresh quince, white peach and herbal notes, with a long fruity finish. Enjoy chilled with asparagus vinaigrette, Thai dishes, grilled halibut or roasted chicken.

The Blacks Station is a dense, concentrated Malbec that opens up with aromas of cassis, leather and bright red fruit. Flavors of dried blueberry, cranberry, cocoa and mocha are framed by a good grip of tannins. Due east of Napa, tucked away in northern California's rolling Dunnigan Hills, is a little town called Zamora. But back in the late 1800's, folks around here used to call it Black's Station. At its height, this hub founded by J.J Black boasted a hotel, two stores, a jail, blacksmith shops and a town hall. Today we grow our grapes in Zamora and we like to think that they carry with them the character and frontier-style of that old town.

This popular Austrian grape produces a medium-bodied wine with subtle citrus and white peach flavors, a touch of white pepper and a crisp, mineral finish.

A very aromatic variety, Night Harvest Sauvignon Blanc is bursting with the zest of citrus, tropical pineapple, and apricot, and accented by hints of lychee nut and freshly cut fescue, which give it varietal character. Night Harvest Sauvignon Blanc's grapes are harvested at night when the cool air chills the fruit, concentrates the flavors, and preserves the crisp acidity of the grapes.

The grapes were gently crushed and fermented in small temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. 4 tons of our Syrah Noir clone was barrel fermented; another 6.5 tons was fermented in open-top micro bins to extract deep color and flavor. Native yeast was used on 75% of the ferments to add complexity and richness. Tanks were pumped over twice a day until nearly dry, then pressed and aged in oak barrels for 21 months. We like to use an assortment of French, European and American oak and only 22% new to avoid over-oaking. We blended in 9% Cabernet Sauvignon to give the wine depth, richness and improved structure.

Our 2019 Sauvignon Blanc displays classic refreshing characteristics of this grape with bright flavors of lime, passion fruit, kiwi, and a touch of Asian pear. Pairs with seafood, salad, and spicy cuisine.

2013 Jeff Runquist Petite Sirah. All the big beautiful fruit and soft tannins you expect from this wine. Inky, dark, luscious and beautiful.

Discover Herzog Cellars Chenin Blanc Late Harvest Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Tortoise Creek makes handcrafted, small-batch wines selected and blended from sustainable farmers in California. The climate in Clarksburg is almost identical to Carneros in Napa with the same mean annual temperatures and is also very similar to the right bank of Bordeaux. Our Merlot has a deep color and rich aromas of black cherries and plums, accented by herb aromas and spice flavors It is round, rich and ripe with soft tannins.

The Black’s Station Chardonnay shows beautiful aromas of stone fruit, brown sugar, toast and cream followed by broad flavors of melon, custard and sweet fruit. This Yolo County Chardonnay has a rich mouthfeel and a finish that lingers with a hint of oak.