The California Wine Tasting Notes
MC MANIS
MCMANIS, ‘RIVER JUNCTION’ CHARDONNAY 2020
Composition
95% Chardonnay, 5% Chenin Blanc
Tasting Notes
Light golden straw in color. Bright fruit aromas of Pear, Melon and Peach are accompanied by a bouquet of Vanilla, Hazelnut, and a hint of buttered popcorn. As with previous vintages, the wine is rich, creamy and full of sweet Pear, Banana and toasty oak flavors. Rich and decadent, our Chardonnay can be enjoyed on its own or with a delicious meal.
Acclaim
– 88 Points – Wine Enthusiast, Best Buy
– 90 Points – OC Fair Event Center and OC Wine Society
– Gold Medal – 2022 Houston Rodeo Wine Competition
– Silver Medal – 2021 SF International Wine Competition
MCMANIS, CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020
Composition
75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Tannat, 7% Ruby Cabernet, 7% Teroldego, 3% Petite Sirah
Tasting Notes
Dark garnet in color with a bouquet that is full of dark berry fruit, such as Blueberry, Blackberry and Black Cherry. Oak aging has contributed just a hint of smoke to the nose. The round, creamy wine delivers an abundance of the fruit flavors promised by the olfactory. The fruit and oak are well integrated and the complexity of the wine plays on the tongue long after the wine has been ingested.
Acclaim
– 87 Points – Wine Enthusiast’s Buying Guide
– Gold Medal – 2022 Houston Rodeo Wine Competition
– Gold Medal – 2021 SF International Wine Competition
MCMANIS, MERLOT 2020
Composition
100% Merlot
Tasting Notes
Fruit forward with pretty Blackberry aromas surround a bouquet of cream and a hint of baking spices. Juicy and concentrated, the lively mix of black fruit flavors are accompanied by the pleasant addition of a vanilla creamy texture, which has been contributed through oak aging. The wine is succulent and has a pleasing toasty finish.
Acclaim
– 88 Points – Wine Enthusiast, Best Buy
– Silver Medal – 2022 Houston Rodeo Wine Competition
– Bronze Medal – 2021 SF International Wine Competition
MCMANIS, PINOT NOIR 2020
Composition
90% Pinot Noir, 8% Petite Verdot, 2% Teroldego
Tasting Notes
Our 2020 Pinot Noir is light purple in color and is bursting with aroma and flavor, leading with ripe red cherry, strawberry cream, and raspberry notes. The wine is silky on the palate with red fruit and vanilla undertones, culminating in a clean, lasting finish.
Acclaim
– 88 Points & Silver Medal – California State Fair
MCMANIS, ZINFANDEL 2016
Composition
80% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 9% Tannat
Tasting Notes
Dark purple wine, loaded with notes of ripe red currant, strawberry, caramelized sugar, and toasty oak. The savory red fruit on the palate leads to soft, supple tannins and a smooth finish.