HANDCRAFTED QUALITY
Sprinkled throughout California are historical buildings containing old-fashioned wine presses. Known as Press Houses, these wineries were responsible for crushing some of the earliest vintages in the state. Today, Press House Winery pays homage to this classic tradition by composing artisan, handcrafted wines of outstanding quality and distinction.
Chardonnay
Cabernet Sauvignon
Pinot Noir
Red Wine
Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay
Vineyards
A blend of premium Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in some of California's finest wine regions:
Monterey, Clarksburg, and the Sacramento Delta
Tasting Notes
Our Root Cause Chardonnay exemplifies toasted oak, ripe pear, and honeydew melon. Balanced acidity and a gentle warmth contribute to a rich, medium body and long finish.
Wine Details
Appellation: California
Alcohol: 13.0%
TA: 0.53 g/100ml
RS: .21 g/100ml
pH: 3.55
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyards
A blend of premium Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in some of California's finest wine regions:
Monterey, Clarksburg, and the Sacramento Delta
Tasting Notes
Our Cabernet Sauvignon has robust aromas of currant, raspberry jam and black tea followed by youthful tannins, rich red fruit and a bold finish.
Wine Details
Appellation: California
Alcohol: 13.0%
TA: 0.59 g/100ml
RS: .38 g/100ml
pH: 3.63
Pinot Noir
Vineyards
A blend of premium Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in some of California's finest wine regions:
Monterey, Clarksburg, and the Sacramento Delta
Tasting Notes
Unlike other Pinots in its weight class, our Root Cause Pinot Noir hold true to its varietal roots with prominent cherry fruit supplemented by loose leaf tobacco and integrated French oak. The palate follows in suit with supple tannins, a full body and flavors of rich red fruit
Wine Details
Appellation: California
Alcohol: 13.30%
TA: 0.56 g/100ml
RS: .25 g/100ml
pH: 3.61
Red Wine
Vineyards
A blend of premium Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in some of California's finest wine regions:
Monterey, Clarksburg, and the Sacramento Delta
Tasting Notes
Our Root Cause Red Wine is jam-packed with black berries, vanilla and warm toasted oak that lead to a dense palate rich in velvety tannins and dark chocolate.
Wine Details
Appellation: California
Alcohol: 12.80%
TA: 0.61 g/100ml
RS: 1.6 g/100ml
pH: 3.72
Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyards
A blend of premium Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in some of California's finest wine regions:
Monterey, Clarksburg, and the Sacramento Delta
Tasting Notes
Our Root Cause Sauvignon Blanc opens with aromas of passion fruit, melon and subtle grassy tones. The palate is vibrant with bright acidity with a lasting tropical fruit finish.
Wine Details
Appellation: California
Alcohol: 12.5%
TA: 0.58 g/100ml
RS: .13 g/100ml
pH: 3.29
STEVEN DECOSTA
Winemaker
Steven Decosta leads a team of talented young winemakers who focus on creating wines with character that come from premier appellations and fruit. Working to ensure the highest level of winemaking standards are met, he also oversees research and development and introduces new technology that’s implemented across the winery. Steven uses his foundation of chemistry and microbiology to create wines with a varietal focus of aromatics and flavors that consumers will enjoy. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Enology from California State Fresno. When Steven is not in the vineyard or production facility, you can find him traveling, cooking or reading philosophy.
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