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Our Wines

Naggiar WinesAs with winery owners and winemakers, individual wines come in a wide range of styles to accommodate different tastes. For example some wines are "big", containing high tannins which some people prefer. Other wines are produced to be "lighter", either dry or sweet, again to meet different tastes. Some people enjoy heavily oaked wines while others don't and so on.

Dereck, Diane & MikeWith all those possibilities in mind, we are fortunate to have Derek Irwin, Winemaker and U.C. Davis graduate, join Naggiar Vineyards as our in house consultant winemaker. Derek comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and successful experience as winemaker and consultant to wineries across California and several oversees markets.

With Derek's help, owning and operating Naggiar Vineyards will allow us, over time, to produce most styles of wines that our customers might want. However we have decided to adhere to certain guidelines in crafting our wines to produce the best possible wines from our vineyards.

First, we focus on making wines that are handcrafted in small lots from the best grapes from our vineyards. Next we strive to make wines that are exciting and delicious; wines that will exceed the expectations of our customers.

Our wines are crafted to have fruit forward flavors with great color, aromas, taste and a long lingering finish. Even though some wines might be "big," tannins should be soft and never harsh; never too acidic, "hot" or heavy with oak. In other words, delicious well balanced wines that reflect the varietal characteristics of the grapes from which they were made.

The following offers you a short description of our wines. You have the ability to add wines to the shopping cart of the online store.

2007 VIOGNIER
2004 Viognier

Steep rocky south-facing hillsides, together with warm days and cool nights, have helped create this luscious and lovely dry white wine. Pale gold in color with subtle aromas of peach, pineapple, honeydew, and jasmine with hints of oak, this Viognier has a long smooth finish bringing back memories of warm summer days. Enjoy on its own or with light chicken or seafood dishes. Also pairs well with mild spiced dishes.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: August 2007
Blend: 100% Viognier
Oak Regimen Stainless steel with 20% in new French oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.6%
pH - 3.33
TA - 0.570g/100ml
Production: 350 cases
Release date: March 2006
Retail Price: $19.00
2006 SANGIOVESE
2006 SANGIOVESE

Gold MedalClick here for awards infoSmooth and distinctive, this lovely vibrant ruby colored Sangiovese is made from grapes lovingly grown at our family estate vineyards.  Subtle aromas of cranberries, cherries and red licorice are followed by a rich mouth feel with a lingering finish of berries and toasty oak.  This wine is an excellent companion for that casual or special event and can be enjoyed now or over the next few years.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: September 2006
Blend: 92% Sangiovese
8% Petit Sirah
Oak Regimen 15 months with 25% new Hungarian Oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.1%
pH - 3.65
TA - 0.57 g/100ml
Production: 300 cases
Release date:

February 2008 

Retail Price: $19.00
2006 MISTERO
2006 MISTEROSilver MedalSilver Medal
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The best of Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Syrah grapes from our family estate vineyards have been blended to create this lovely seductive ruby red wine. Heady aromas of strawberries, blackberries with hints of cedar and spices fill the nose followed by a lingering finish of ripe berry fruit, herbs and hints of oak. Enjoy everyday with family and friends with pasta, chicken or light meat dishes.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date:

September 2006

Blend: 50% Zinfandel
37% Sangiovese
13% Syrah
Oak Regimen 15 months with 30% new Hungarian & American Oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.7%
pH - 3.20
TA 0.70 g/100ml
Production: 250 cases
Release date: October 2008
Retail Price: $21.00
2007 BARBERA
2006 MISTERO

Southwest facing rocky soils, together with warm sunny days and cool nights have helped craft this lovely full bodied wine.  Deep ruby in color with heady aromas and flavors of plums, strawberries and raspberries with hints of black pepper and oak, this Barbera has a silky texture and a long lingering finish.  Will pair well with hearty casseroles and stews, roasted meats and crusty herbed breads
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date:

October 2006

Blend: 100% Barbera
Oak Regimen 15 months with 30% new American Oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.2%
Production: 150 cases
Release date: May 2009 
Retail Price: $23.00
2006 CABERNET FRANC
2004 Cabernet Sauvignon

Gold MedalWarm days, cool nights and unique soil conditions at our family estate vineyards in the Sierra Foothills have fashioned the premium grapes for this wine.  Deep dark red in color, this wine has lovely aromas of ripe plums, blackberries with hints of coffee and cinnamon in the background.  Soft tannins provide a long velvety finish which can be enjoyed alone or with lighter meat and chicken fare. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: October 2006
Blend: 100% Cabernet Franc
Oak Regimen: 20% French oak
80% Neutral oak
Analysis: Alcohol 15.1.%
pH - 3.51
TA 0.58 g/100ml
Production: 100 Cases
Release date January 2009 
Retail Price: $23.00
2005 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon

Long warm summer days and cool nights at our family estate vineyards in the Sierra Foothills have helped craft this supple and elegant wine.  Seductively dark purple in color, it has  classic blackberry and plum aromas with a hint of cocoa.  The flavor is full-bodied and deep with a long lingering finish of berries, black cherry and chocolate.  Enjoy with family and friends with hearty lamb, grilled meats or sauced meat dishes. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: October 2005
Blend: 84% Cab Sauvignon
8% Petit Verdot
8% Malbec
Oak Regimen 15 months with
25% French Oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.6%
pH - 3.64
TA - 0.66 g/100ml
Production: 250 cases
Release date October 2008
Retail Price: $24.00
2006 MALBEC
2005 RESERVE SYRAH

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A long Sierra Foothills growing season with southern facing rocky soils have crafted this lovely soft black/purple wine.  Bursting with aromas of plums, blackberries and raspberries intermixed with hints of licorice and perhaps chocolate, this wine has a delicious succulent mouth feel with a lingering soft finish.  Enjoy alone or with your favorite light beef, veal or lamb dishes.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: October 2006
Blend:

100% Malbec

Oak Regimen:

15 months with 30% new French Oak

Analysis:

Alcohol: 13.2%  

Production: 140 cases 
Release date

: July 2008  

Retail Price: $23.00
2006 GRENACHE
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Long warm summer days together with shallow mountain soils at our estate vineyards have helped craft the premium grapes for this delicious medium bodied wine.  Light purple in color with heady aromas of strawberries and cranberries, this Grenache has a soft finish with hints of cinnamon and oak.  Enjoy with salads, seafood, chicken and light meat dishes.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: September 2006
Blend:

100% Grenache

Oak Regimen:

15 months with 25% new oak

Analysis:

Alcohol: 14.9%

Production:

150 cases

Release date:

July 2008

Retail Price: $23.00
2004 SYRAH
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Shallow rocky mountain soils, long sunny days and gentle afternoon breezes at our family estate vineyards in the Sierra Foothills have helped create this lovely ruby red Syrah.  With intriguing aromas of ripe dark berry fruit, peppery plums and a hint of oak, this wine has a full body and a lingering smooth finish.  Enjoy on a cold winter night by the fire or savor it with flavorful meat or chicken dishes.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: September 2004
Blend: 94% Syrah co- fermented
with 6% Viognier
Oak Regimen 15 months with
30% new Oak
Analysis: Alcohol 14.3%
pH - 3.64
TA - 0.610 g/100ml
Production: 650 cases
Release date:

June 2008 

Retail Price: $19.00
2006 MOURVEDRE 
2005 MOURVEDRE

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South facing Sierra Foothills rocky soils and long warm days have helped create this seductively deep dark red wine.  Wild aromas of ripe plums, dark berries and spices are followed by a lovely mouth filling long finish with hints of earthy mushrooms, cinnamon and oak.  Enjoy with family and friends on a cold winter night with big meat dishes, game or savory stews. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: November 2006
Blend:

88% Mourvedre,
12% Petite Sirah

Oak Regimen:

15 months with 30% new American oak

Analysis:

Alcohol: 15.3%
pH - 3.68
TA 0.53g/100ml

Production: 100 Cases 
Release date June 2008 
Retail Price: $27.00
2005 PETITE SIRAH 
2005 PETITE SIRAH 

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A steep rocky south facing hillside together with long warm summer days and cooling afternoon breezes have crafted the premium grapes for this luscious dark – almost mulberry-black wine.  This is a big mouth filling wine with heady aromas of blackberry preserves, raspberries, cassis and chocolate followed by a long finish on the palate with faint hints of cedar and tobacco.  An excellent companion to big meat or game dishes, barbequed foods and hearty casseroles. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: October 2005
Blend:

100% Petite Sirah

Oak Regimen:

15 months with 25% new oak

Analysis: Alcohol 14.8.%
pH - 3.70
TA 0.56 g/100ml
Production: 180 Cases
Release date June 2007
Retail Price: $29.00
2006 RESERVE SYRAH
2005 RESERVE SYRAH

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Warm summer days, cool nights and steep rocky mountain soils together with the very best hand picked Syrah grapes from blocks 8 and 11B at our family estate vineyards have created this succulent full bodied deep purple-red reserve syrah. Wonderful rich aromas of black currant, black berries and blueberries with hints of cassis fill the nose. On the palate this wine offers luscious intense flavors of blackberry fruits, peppery plums with a hint of oak followed by a long lingering finish.
Enjoy with family and friends with big beef dishes, barbecued meats or game such as venison.
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: September 2006
Blend:

85% Syrah, 11% Mourvedre, 4% Malbec

Oak Regimen:

20 months with 30% new French oak

Analysis: Alcohol 14.8%
Production: 6 barrels 
Release date January 2009 
Retail Price: $35.00
2006 IL NONNO
2006 IL NONNO

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“IL NONNO ” – Italian for ‘the Granddaddy’  – old wise, loved, temperamental, respected.
The best of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Viognier grapes from our estate vineyards have been blended to create this intense “Super Tuscan” old style wine. Moody dark purple in color, the nose fills with luscious aromas of black cherries, licorice, blackberry and smoke.  On the palate it is an intense, well balanced wine reminiscent of old world Italy, with blackberry, cherry and oak flavors followed by a lingering long finish. Enjoy with classic Italian fare such as ossobucco, florentine steak with tomato sauce or beef braised in garlic and red wine. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: September 2006
Blend:

64% Sangiovese, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon,
15% Petite Sirah, &
3% Viognier

Oak Regimen:

20 months with 30% new Hungarian oak

Analysis: Alcohol 14.6%
Production: 5 barrels 
Release date November 2008   
Retail Price: $42.00
2006 La BÊTE NOIRE
2006 La BÊTE NOIRE

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“La Bête Noire” – French for ‘the Black Beast’ – intense, scary yet seductive and irresistible.
The darkest and most intense varieties of grapes, namely Petite Sirah, Malbec, Mourvedre and Syrah from our estate vineyards have been blended to create this spectacularly concentrated inky-black wine.  Aptly named “The Black Beast”, the nose explodes with complex aromas of earthy blackberries, black truffles, roasted mushrooms, smoke and hints of cedar.  On the palate it is powerful with flavors of ripe black cherries, leather with hints of cedar and tobacco and a long mouth filling finish. Enjoy with family and friends by pairing with big meat dishes, game, barbequed foods and hearty casseroles. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date: October 2006 
Blend:

60% Petite Sirah, 20% Malbec,
10% Mourvedre, &
10% Syrah

Oak Regimen:

20 months with 25% new oak

Analysis: Alcohol 14.9.%
Production: 4 barrels 
Release date

November 2008 

Retail Price: $42.00
2006 LE GRAND-PÈRE
2006 LE GRAND-PÈRE Silver Medal

“Le Grand-père” – French for ‘the Grandfather – head of the family, worldly and elegant.  Has great taste and loves life.
Rocky sloping mountain soils together with sunny days and cool nights have created this lovely concentrated yet elegant blend of the best Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre and Viognier grapes from our estate vineyards. Seductively dark purple in color, this wine boasts intense aromas of earthy blackberry, wild plums and cassis.  On the palate it is both concentrated and velvety with strong blackberry, cassis, bitter chocolate, hints of oak and a soft lingering finish. The complexity and elegance of this wine pairs well with classic French cuisine such as sautéed lamb with garlic and thyme, braised beef, roast leg of lamb and fine french sauces. 
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Vineyard: Naggiar Vineyards
Harvest date:

October 2006 

Blend:

55% Syrah,
20% Grenache,
20% Mourvedre, &
5% Viognier

Oak Regimen:

20 months with 30% new American Oak

Analysis: Alcohol 14.9.%
Production: 5 barrels 
Release date November 2008   
Retail Price: $46.00



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