The Viognier features classic aromas of honey, marmalade, white peach, and a hint of floral notes. The palate is juicy and rich upon entry. Flavors of Anjou pear and apricot combine with balanced acid to create a complete wine perfect for food or on its own
The 2021 Picpoul Blanc features aromas of crushed pineapple, lemon zest, and a touch of crème brulée. The flavors are bright with stone fruit, citrus, and lengthy acid that creates a vibrant texture and mouthfeel.
When Hansjörg Wyss bought this historic property, he named it in honor of his mother, Alice Halter. With this reserve blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Tannat, we are honoring her once again with the name Cuvée Alice.
Although typically used as a blending component at Halter Ranch, we produce a limited quantity of a single varietal Tannat for our Silver Label Club.
Although it is traditionally used in small amounts for blending, we have had an exceptional vineyard block of Petit Verdot that has produced a limited quantity of wine worthy of being bottled on its own. Petit Verdot is known for its color, structure, and tannins, and this wine lives up to these attributes.
The 2018 Libelle is a very unique offering as it is a sparkling wine made from 100% Picpoul Blanc grapes. The wine is vinified in the Methode Champenoise, where the secondary fermentation occurs in bottle to create natural carbonation. Aromas of Meyer lemon, citrus, and a touch of toasted almond jump from the glass. The palate is bright in acidity, complemented by flavors of crushed pineapple, mandarin orange, and a zesty lemon.
The 2021 Grenache Blanc features aromas of white peach, stone fruit, and white flowers.
Aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, and ripe plum fill the glass. The entry on the palate is bright with powerful fruit, spice, and a hint of minerality from the concrete tank. A clean, balanced, low tannin finish makes this wine perfect for pairing with food and good company!
The 2019 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon features aromas of black cherry, red currant, cassis, and a touch of pencil lead. The palate is soft and rich, exuding flavors of raspberry, blueberry, and a hint of cocoa. Lengthy, integrated tannins lead to a seamless finish.
The Rosé features beautiful aromas of wild strawberry and olallieberry with a touch of citrus. The entry is clean and crisp with flavors of ripe watermelon, raspberry, and a hint of ripe cherry.
The 2021 Carignan features aromas of raspberry, bramble fruits, and a trace amount of baking spices. The entry is smooth, with flavors of pomegranate, Bing cherry, and a touch of plum.
Subtle aromas of watermelon, raspberry, and a touch of citrus fill the glass of the Effervescent Rosé. The entry has a slight spritz from the residual CO2 of fermentation.
The 2020 Estate Syrah showcases aromas of blackberry, chocolate, allspice, and a hint of caramel.
Tempranillo is a varietal indigenous to Spain. The 2020 Reserve Tempranillo has a dark purple hue, violet color, with bright red edges.
The 2022 Vermentino presents aromas of white peach, citrus, and Anjou pear. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the attack, followed by flavors of nectarine and melon. A balanced palate leads to a clean finish with subtle hints of salinity, true to Vermentino’s varietal identity.
Our flagship wine, Ancestor is our Bordeaux-style reserve blend, and an homage to the Ancestor Tree, the largest Coast Live Oak on record.
This reserve offering has become an icon within our Silver Label program. The unique process of barrel fermentation creates a velvety and rich mouthfeel that beautifully combines the tannins and flavors of the Alban clone Syrah from Block 22 and the French oak barrels that it is fermented in.
The CDP features aromas of raspberry, wild strawberry, and dark cherry. This wine showcases bright, crisp flavors of bramble fruits, blueberry, and Asian spices. The palate is seamless and low in tannins, making this wine easy-drinking and perfect for pairing with food.
Traditionally Malbec is used as a blending component at Halter Ranch, however, it shines in this special, standalone offering. The 2020 Reserve Malbec has a deep violet color with purple edges.
