Sassolino is from estate grown grapes. Sassolino means “little stone” in Italian, a reference to our gravel-rich soils. Blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Robust with notes of black cherry with hints of chocolate and oak. Soft round tannins.
Cienega Valley
Located in western San Benito County, California. It is part of the larger Central Coast AVA. Major source of wine grapes for Almaden Vineyards before it was acquired by Constellation Brands in 1987. Valley floor is divided by the San Andreas fault. Soil is either granite and sandstone, or granite and limestone.
* Cases Produced:3147 * Varietal:44% Sangiovese, 41% Merlot & 15% Cabernet * Aging:19 months in French and American Oak
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