Halter Ranch

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

Subtle aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and a touch of citrus fill the glass of the Effervescent Rosé. The palate consists of pomegranate, blood orange, and a hint of Anjou pear.

The 2019 Carignan features aromas of pomegranate, raspberry, and a hint of fig. The palate is driven by flavors of dried cranberries and blood orange.

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.

Our flagship wine, Ancestor is our Bordeaux-style reserve blend, and an homage to the Ancestor Tree, the largest Coast Live Oak on record. The 2019 Ancestor showcases aromas of red currant and dark chocolate along with subtle hints of cinnamon and clove. The entry is soft and rich with layered flavors of blueberry, blackberry, and dark cherry.

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. The flavors are dark and rich, with blue fruits complimented by spice and cocoa.

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.

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 2019 Tempranillo exhibits rustic aromas of dried cherries, blackberries, and a hint of leather. The palate is fruit driven upon entry, with flavors of raspberry and mulling spices.

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.

Aromas of pear, orange blossom, and honeysuckle fill the glass of the Grenache Blanc. The palate is bright upon entry, with citrus flavors evolving into nectarine and honey. The rich, long finish has a touch of minerality making it a perfect food pairing wine or aperitif.

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.

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!

Our 2019 Estate Syrah exudes aromas of blueberry, plum, eucalyptus and a touch of cocoa powder. The entry is rich, juicy and mouth coating with flavors of bramble fruits, pie spices, and clove.

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 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.