2022 | Monte Rio Cellars 'Skull' Sparkling | California Western Cape savory character and candied orange

savory character and candied orange zest

adding depth and a luxurious texture

A Kabinett in the classic sense

A blackberry front leads to a concentrated mouth of black cherry

dark plums

2022 | Monte Rio Cellars 'Skull' Sparkling | California Western Cape savory character and candied orangeA playful and fresh blend of 25% Pinot Gris, 25% Sauvignon Blanc, 25% Vermentino, and 25% Verdelho. Skull Wines is a collaboration between longtime friends Patrick Cappiello (Monte Rio Cellars) and Pax Mahle (famed Rhone Ranger). Patrick and Pax's philosophy is to make hand crafted wines in the spirit of old California. With this idea in mind, they work with family owned, organically farmed vineyards and keep the winemaking simple. This fun sparkling