Black Oak

These wines are incredibly aromatic with a fruit forward profile. Each wine has excellent balance, structure and pleasant finish. The philosophy behind these California quick to market wines is quality and value driven. Basically, we deliver a great tasting wine that is affordable for everyday purposes. Our steady growth with the Black Oak wines each year proves that the value consumer continues to seek out affordable, quality wines.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Black Oak Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal : 97 Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot
Appellation: 100% California
Barrel Aged: 41% of Blend
Alcohol: 12.2%

Winemakers Notes
The grapes for the Black Oak Cabernet Sauvignon come mostly from the Lodi area of California. Cabernet Sauvignon likes the sandy soils and hot summer temperatures. This wine was fermented in Stainless Steel tanks, then a portion was barreled down for aging. A very bright, yet subtle wine with easy, red berry fruit characteristics. The tannins are mild, warm and pleasant. This Black Oak Cabernet Sauvignon is one of our strongest sellers.


Chardonnay

Black Oak Chardonnay
Varietal : 98 Chardonnay, 2% Semillion
Appellation: 100% California
Barrel Aged: 12% of Blend was Barrel Fermented
Alcohol: 13.45%

Winemakers Notes
The grapes for the Black Oak Chardonnay come from the Lodi area of California. Fermented mostly in Stainless Steel tanks, a 12% portion was fermented and aged in American oak barrels. We have added a touch of Semillion to enhance the aromas and develop more floral integration. The two wines work very well together.


Merlot

Black Oak Merlot
Varietal : 98 Merlot, 2% Syrah
Appellation: 100% California
Barrel Aged: 46% of Blend
Alcohol: 13.95%

Winemakers Notes
This wine was harvested from two Central Valley locations near Santa Barbara, California. It was fermented in Stainless Steel tanks, then a large portion was transferred to barrels for aging. This is a very fruit-forward wine. In fact it is so fruity that it imparts sweetness that is not present. With a fine tannin structure, this wine is consistently smooth, all the way through to the finish. Overall, Black Oak Merlot is a very popular wine that “over-delivers” on taste.


Reisling

Black Oak Riesling
Varietal : 100 Riesling
Appellation: 100% California
Barrel Aged: 100% of Blend was Stainless Steel Fermented
Alcohol: 12.8%

Winemakers Notes
The grapes for the Black Oak Riesling come from the warmer Central Valley of California and were picked near the end of August 2005. Fermented in entirely in Stainless Steel tanks, the fermentation was stopped early to preserve the natural grape sugars to impart sweetness. A very light, floral and yet complex wine. A great wine for a hot day. A very popular selection among Black Oak wine drinkers.