La Famiglia
- A Guadagni Family Selection -
Marchese Guadagni family wines - rooted in the hills of tuscany, renowned in Florence, and requested the world over. With this premier selection of new world California wines, one of Italy's most historic families invites you to experience their Renaissance world. Sip, savor and share in the tradition, "from our famliy to yours".
La Famiglia Chardonnay
Varietal Blend: 98% Chardonnay, 2% Gewurztraminer
Vintage: 2013
Winemaker's Notes: Ripe peaches, golden apple and Anjou pear flavors are balanced by citrus notes and smooth, creamy finish.
The wine would be a heavenly match with smoked chicken sals with apples and walnuts, four-cheese pizza, calamari fritti or Mu Shu pork.
La Famiglia Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6%
Petite Sirah, 5 5 Petite Verdot, 4% Other Reds
Vintage: 2012
Winemaker's Notes: Our Cabernet is deep red with
ripe berry and plum aromas, accented by toasty oak and vanilla.
On the palate, dark fruit flavors are balanced by silky tannins and
a lingering finish. Pair with marinated flank steak grilled
with garlic and onions, beef kabobs or wood-fired pizza with wild
mushrooms and herbs.
La Famiglia Merlot
Varietal Blend: 93% Merlot, 7% Zinfandel
Vintage: 2012
Winemaker's Notes: Our merlot is a rich garnet
color with flavors of black cherries, plums and figs with a soft
smooth finish. This wine is an easy match with a wide range of
main courses, including grilled chicken with sauteed vegetables, a
cheese pizza or pasta with red sauce.
La Famiglia Pinot Grigio
Varietal Blend: 86% Pinot Grigio, 12%
Chardonnay, 2% Muscat of Alexandria
Vintage: 2014
Winemaker's Notes: Refreshing apple and pear
flavors with a hint of lemon unfolds on the palate. Our
California Pinot Grigio makse an easy transition to the table and is
versatile with a wide array of dishes. From salads and
appetizers to grilled fish, poultry, cheese, fruit platters and
herbed pasta dishes - it is a lovely addition to any meal.
La Famiglia Petite Sirah
Varietal Blend: 100% Petite Sirah
Vintage: 2012
Winemaker's Notes: Our wine has exceptionally deep
color with ripe blackberry, blueberry, vanilla and toasted oak on
the nose. Spice and rich mocha flavors from the oak frame the
bountiful tannins of this variety, and proved the structure to carry
the fruit to a long but clean finish. Ideally paried with rich
pasta dishes, roasted meats and grilled sausages.
La Famiglia Pinot Noir
Varietal Blend: 93% Pinot Noir, 7% Syrah
Vintage: 2013
Winemaker's Notes: Fragrant cranberry and red
raspberry aromas carry through to the palate with notes of cedar,
spice and vanilla with a crisp yet silky finish. The wine
pairs well with light pasta dishes, grilled salmon, tuna or roasted
chicken.
La Famiglia Zinfandel
Varietal Blend: 92% Zinfandel, 3% Petite Sirah,
2% Alicante Bouchet, 1% Barbera, 1% Zinfandel Primativo, 1%
Sangiovese
Vintage: 2012
Winemaker's Notes: Luscious concentrated
blackberry, plumy aromas with brambly flavors of rhubarb, strawberry
and vanilla with lingering hints of toast and smoke. The wine
will pair well with roasted or grilled meats, sausages or even with
more complex, spicy dishes such as jambalaya or paella.