Specialty Wines and Vintages

All wines have limited availability. As a small winery, we enjoy making limited quantities of specialized wines. If we are out of stock of the wine you want, please check back or call the winery to see when it might become available again. Better yet, try a new varietal.

CHARDONNAY:
A wine of finesse and subtlety, the flavors of citrus and butterscotch highlight the light floral, herbal aromas of the nose. We barrel ferment in French Oak and the wine is aged 'sur lie'. Finishes with lively acidity and a pleasing touch of oak..

VILLA TOSCANA:
Inspired by the beautiful villas and landscape of Tuscany we have tried to capture the fresh, youthful spirit and flavors of the great Chianti's of Italy. It is a blend of Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

CABERNET-MERLOT:
This is a classic Bordeaux blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine shows rich flavors of berries and plums, making it an enjoyable wine, with or without food. The 4-liter box is just right for parties, reunions, boating, RVing or single glass servings.

MERLOT:
Our Merlot is made in the classic style to accentuate the fruity, early ageing character of this varietal. Ageing in American Oak for ten months produces warm jammy flavors of black cherries and toasty oak in this ruby colored wine. This mellow wine will make a delicious companion with your favorite meat or pasta dish and is spectacular with lamb.

2005 PUNCHEON AGED ESTATE SYRAH:
A puncheon is a 500 liter barrel, twice the size of the average barrel. The larger volume cask has less surface area with the wine and leaves a soft, smooth finish. This wine has hints of chocolate, cherry and currant flavors which lace it with a nice lingering vanilla finish.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON:
Classic Cabernet flavors abound in this dry, fruity red wine, fermented in small open topped containers and aged in French Oak barrels for a minimum of two years it is bottled only when we feel the wine is ready.

VILLA ROCCA:
Blended to bring out the best of both grapes, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, using estate grapes, this "Super Tuscan" is a wonderful addition to any meal. It's beautiful color, smooth texture, and firm tannins make this a truly food friendly Italian style red wine.

ROSEY OUTLOOK:
Everyone needs a "Rosey Outlook" on life. This off-dry wine is a true rose' of Cabernet Franc. Limited skin contact gives this wine that perfect rosey color, great for an everyday sipping wine or for picnics. Also the perfect spa wine.

SPARKLING WINE:
Whenever possible, and when grapes are available, we make a "champagne" from grapes not usually used to produce champagne, the Pinot Meunier grape. It is made the old fashioned way, fermented in the bottle and hand riddled, disgorged, and corked by the owner. (Joel Tefft)

DESSERT STYLE WINES:
 

The Saints Wine was made in the Italian Vin Santo style. We've really enjoyed Vin Santo during our trips to Italy and decided to give it a try. It's made by picking the grapes after raisining begins on the vine, racking the juice right to barrel and leaving it there for 3 years without topping. This is a much different process than most white wines and late harvest wines. 

Our Saints Wine was produced from Late Harvest Chenin Blanc and Gewurztraminer. It was fermented and aged for 3 years in 30 gallon oak barrels similar to Italian "Vin Santo". This produces a fine nutty flavor that enhances the fruit flavors of peach and nectarine. A residual sugar of 17% and 13% alcohol made this a great wine to enjoy with almond biscotti. 

The Vin Santo style Saints Wine was a resounding success, Our customers loved it and we sold out of the 73 cases after just a few months. Watch this space, we'll let you know if we decide to try it again.

CABERNET PORT:
This wine shows great Cabernet flavors with noticeable tannins and a sweetness that adds to the rich character of the variety. Our port is made in a drier style (6% RS) to enhance to flavors of the varietal.

STARBOARD ( Port-style Huckleberry wine):
Starboard is made from freshly picked mountain huckleberries combined with grape brandy. Flavors of huckleberry, blackberry, and blueberry are everywhere in this wine. A higher residual sugar (10%) helps to make this a delightful dessert wine.

Comments or Questions about our wine? Send email to Winemaker@tefftcellars.com