2023 Embarcadero Center Wine Walk

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

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2020 Chardonnay Harvested from estate vineyards along the Russian River, our Chardonnay is dry, crisp and clean, with rich flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, green apples, minerals and vanilla. It is elegant and food friendly, 30% fermented & aged in French Oak & 70% in stainless.

Awards: 96 points - Beverage Dynamics/Cheers Wine Data Appellation: Alexander Valley Grape Varietal: Chardonnay 99%, Viognier 1% Alcohol: 14.0%

pH: 3.56 TA: 6.5 g/L Size: 750ml

2018 Zinfandel We have a long history with Zinfandel and have a soft spot for the elegant, jammy, spicy fruit flavors of Zinfandel from the Alexander Valley. This release celebrates that style with our classic AVV label.

Awards: 90 Points & Best Buy - Wine & Spirits Magazine 90 points - Wine Spectator Wine Data Appellation: Alexander Valley Grape Varietal: Zinfandel 100% Alcohol: 14.9%

pH: 3.7 TA: 6.7 g/L Size: 750ml

2020 Cabernet Sauvignon Our flagship wine - elegant with rich complex flavors of black cherry, plum, cassis, chocolate and spicy polished finish. Lots of finesse, enjoyable in its youth; and an age-worthy value for the wine cellar.

Awards: 97 points & Five Stars - Beverage Dynamics/Cheers Wine Data Appellation: Alexander Valley Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 95%, Merlot 2%, Malbec 2%, Petit Verdot 1%

Alcohol: 14.0% pH: 3.55 TA: 6.5 g/L Size: 750ml

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2022 Sauvignon Blanc – Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma

Notes of grapefruit, lemongrass and white peach. Superbly structured, with fresh-snipped greens and citrus flavors blending effortlessly with notes of tropical fruit.

Technical Data Region: Sonoma County, California Appellation: Sonoma County, California Vintage: 2022 Type: White Wine Variety: Sauvignon Blanc

Variety Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Volume: 750ml Alcohol Volume: 13.5% Acidity: 7.8 g/L

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon – Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley

Ruby color. Aromas and flavors of cocoa nibs, mocha, and chocolate covered fruit, pipe tobacco, and black currant with a round, medium-full body. A very long finish with notes of chocolate covered almonds and pomegranate, toasted peppercorns, and black currant. Wood tannins and moderate oak flavor.

Technical Data Region: Napa Valley, California Appellation: Napa Valley, California Vintage: 2018 Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon

Volume: 750ml Alcohol Volume: 13.8% PH: 3.6 Acidity: 6.3 g/L

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Isla Rose Brut Rosé

An aromatic blend of white cherry, strawberry, and rosewater. The profile carries through to the palate with rich notes of cherry marmalade, bright citrus blossom, and earthy minerality that lingers on the palate.

Technical Data Alcohol Volume: 12.4%

Unoaked Chardonnay

Aromas of honeydew, crisp pear, and white flowers dominate, with a hint of fresh brioche. The palate is finely balanced with flavors of honeysuckle and a sophisticated richness characteristic of our estate fruit. 93 PTS Wine Enthusiast “Hidden Gem” Technical Data Appellation:Russian River Valley Aging: 100% Stainless Steel Barrel Alcohol 14.1%

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2020 Chardonnay, Grace Benoist Ranch, Carneros Estate Grown

Etude was founded on the philosophy that winemaking begins in the vineyard, long before the harvest, with superior grape growing leading to wines with authentic varietal expression and a telling reflection of where they are grown and produced.

Vineyard An exemplary expression of Grace Benoist Ranch estate vineyard, this wine is a blend of the best blocks on the Ranch, tucked away in the far northwest corner of the Carneros appellation. Unlike most Carneros vineyards, which are largely uplifted bay bottoms with soils composed of clay, the soils of Grace Benoist Ranch are variations of volcanic origin. Combining these well-drained, rocky upland soils with the extreme western location closer to San Pablo Bay, makes this cooler site an ideal place to grow Burgundian varieties. Vineyard blocks are individually managed to conform to various soil types and the changing contours of the hillside topography. Individual vineyards within Grace Benoist Ranch average only eight acres in size, and spacing is dense to ensure low per vine yields of fully concentrated fruit. As stewards of the property, Etude remains steadfast in our commitment to adhere to sustainable agricultural practices that enable us to farm in concert with the surrounding environment. Wildlife corridors, raptor roosts and owl boxes are abundant throughout the Ranch.

Vintage The 2020 season will be remembered for factors beyond the typical harvest season. It was a warm, dry winter and the rain and cooler weather didn’t arrive until the end of March. While the mild spring season was a great early start, our winery working conditions had extensive safety protocols due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Summer brought very cool mornings and very warm days, but then harvest was interrupted by wildfires across California, which came as grapes started to be picked, and we were very fortunate that none of our vineyards were in the areas of the active fires. The white wine harvest started in late August, with the wines showing excellent development in cellars, reflecting the fine vintage year.

Winemaking The fruit for our Carneros Estate Chardonnay was harvested at night and gently whole-cluster pressed before being transferred to neutral French oak barrels for fermentation. The wine was bottled after 8 months of maturation, with a periodic stirring of the yeast lees for the initial two months of aging to enhance aromatics and increase mid-palate texture. Our Chardonnay is crafted to showcase the unique terroir of Grace Benoist Ranch and did not go through malolactic fermentation in order to preserve the natural acidity and beauty of cool-climate Carneros Chardonnay.

Tasting Notes From six special acres in the heart of the Grace Benoist Ranch, our estate Chardonnay is exemplary of all that is alluring about Carneros. Beautifully bright and vibrant, this Chardonnay is full of balance and grace, crafted intentionally to showcase the expressive fruit and terroir, so there is no malolactic fermentation and the lightest touch of oak. With a bouquet of white floral blossom, citrus fruits, and brioche toast notes on the nose, complementary flavors of white peach, Meyer lemon, Golden Delicious apple, and marzipan, are interwoven seamlessly on the palate. Medium-bodied with a crisp minerality and creamy texture, a signature from Grace Benoist Ranch, shows a lovely freshness with mouth-watering acidity. Finishing long and dry with a savory flintiness, this wine is refreshing and elegant.

Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay Aging: 100% neutral French oak barrels for 8 months ABV: 13.6% | ph 3.47 | TA: 6.18 g/L Harvest Dates: September 6-8, 2020

Sustainable Certification: Vineyard: California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance Winery: Napa Green Limited Release of 688 cases SRP: $40

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2020 Pinot Noir, Grace Benoist Ranch, Carneros Estate Grown

Etude was founded on the philosophy that winemaking begins in the vineyard, long before the harvest, with superior grape growing leading to wines with authentic varietal expression and a telling reflection of where they are grown and produced.

Vineyards at Grace Benoist Ranch The Etude Carneros Pinot Noir hails from our estate vineyards tucked away in the far Northwest corner of the Carneros appellation, just on the Southwest corner of Sonoma. Unlike most of Carneros, which is largely uplifted bay bottoms with soils composed of clay, the soils at Grace Benoist Ranch are variations of soils influenced by volcanic origin. Combining these well-drained, rocky upland soils with the extreme western location closer to the Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay make this site an ideal place to grow Burgundian varieties. The vineyard parcels at Grace Benoist Ranch conform to the various soil types and the changing contours of the Ranch topography. Individual vineyards average only eight acres in size and spacing is dense to ensure low per vine yields of fully concentrated fruit. Grace Benoist Ranch is farmed to Etude’s exacting standards, using environmentally sound viticultural practices. The Ranch is sustainably farmed and certified by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance as well as Fish Friendly Farming. At the Ranch, there are four smaller vineyards (Laniger, Deer Camp, Temblor and Heirloom) with five principal unique soil types and 20 distinct Pinot Noir clones.

Vintage The 2020 season is considered another successful vintage, despite being remembered for factors beyond the typical harvest season. It was a warm, dry winter and the rain and cooler weather didn’t arrive until the end of March. While the mild spring season was a great early start, our winery working conditions had extensive safety protocols due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Summer brought very cool mornings and very warm days, but then harvest was interrupted by wildfires across California, which came as grapes started to be picked, and we were very fortunate that none of our vineyards were in the areas of the active fires. The red wine harvest started in late August, with the wines showing excellent development in cellars, reflecting the fine vintage year.

Winemaking The Carneros Estate Pinot Noir underwent cold maceration in small lot open-top fermenters with extended time on the skins and including a small number of whole clusters. Vineyard lots are vinified and aged individually, and final blending is subject to a rigorous selection process, whereby only the best casks are chosen to represent the Grace Benoist Ranch Estate Pinot Noir. The wine is aged in French Oak with a small percentage of new barrels.

Tasting Notes This ruby red, garnet-colored gem of a Pinot Noir is youthful and vibrant, with boisterous red berry fruit aromas on the nose. This character is mimicked on the palate with flavors of red raspberry, Bing cherry, pomegranate, pink peppercorn, and a hint of floral potpourri, supported by earthier notes of clay and leather. The mouthfeel is bright and lively with linear tannins and finishes long and supple with hints of caramel, and spiced clove, a signature characteristic often found in Grace Benoist Ranch Pinot Noirs. Ethereal and soft with a fresh core of acidity, ideally suited to pair alongside a variety of cuisines and culinary dishes.

Sustainable Certification: California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance Grace Benoist Ranch| Napa Green - Etude Winery Harvested: August 25 – September 19, 2020 Vinification: 100% French oak barrels for 12 months, 25% new Clones: 100% Pinot Noir Dijon 667, 777, 113, 114, 115, 459, Pommard, Martini, Various Heirloom Vine selections By the Numbers: Alc: 14.1% | pH: 3.55 | TA: 5.26 g/L Cases Produced: 12,770 Cases SRP: $47

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2017 Syrah, Estate The 2017 Syrah was picked on September 11th with a Brix of 24.7 and a pH of 3.84. It was fermented for 8 days on the skins. Aged for 22 months in 38% new American and Hungarian oak barrels.

This wine has a rich bouquet of plum, cherry, raspberry, and white pepper. It is full-bodied, with flavors of blackberry, plum, vanilla, and spice. Enjoy with sausage, mushrooms, wild game, and lamb.

The 2017 Vintage saw a welcome return of rainfall which replenished the soils.

Typical moderate temperatures allowed for even ripening and quality fruit.

Vineyard: Fenestra Winery Vineyards, Livermore Valley Awards: Best of Class California State Fair Vineyard Soils: Gravelly loam Elevation: 480’ Vine Spacing: 6x8 Exposure: Northwest

Acreage: 3.2 Rootstock: 5BB Clone: Mixed Year Planted:1997

Technical Data pH: 3.67 Alcohol: 14.6%

TA 6.4 g/l Production: 165 Cases

2020 Chardonnay, Livermore Valley The 2020 Chardonnay grapes were sourced from Del Arroyo Vineyard in the Livermore Valley. This wine was barrel fermented for over 50 days in a temperature controlled cold room using D254 yeast and underwent partial malolactic fermentation. Aged 9 months in Eastern European oak barrels. 25% new oak.

Bottled 84 cases on 6/8/21 at 14.1% alc.

This 2020 Chardonnay has a lush bouquet of apple, lemon, vanilla, and pineapple upside-down cake. It was aged sur lie, for a round mouthfeel and lengthy finish.

This wine exhibits classic flavors of apple, pear, pineapple, warm spice, and a hint of minerality.

Vineyard: Del Arroyo and Chandler Vineyards, Livermore Valley Technical Data pH: 3.67 Alcohol: 14.1%

TA 6.0 g/l Production: 84 Cases

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2022 Sonoma County Chardonnay

This vintage lifts off with tropical fruit and lemon peel on the nose followed by a bright, crisp fruit-forwardness on the mouth leading into a pleasantly clean finish indicative of Sonoma County Chardonnay. 100% Chardonnay sourced from two vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA. Stainless steel fermented, no oak or malolactic fermentation. Luscious on the mid-palette—perfect paired with a seared sea scallop and citrus beurre blanc.

Technical Data Vineyard Designation: Sonoma County pH: 3.44

Alcohol: 14.5% TA 1.9 g/l

2020 Sonoma County Pinot Noir

Featuring aromatics of warming spice, wooded earth, and kirsch with the palate of tangy red plum, incense, and cola. This 100% Pinot Noir is blended from five pinot vineyards and showcases the grapes from warmer vineyards situated inland on the valley floor with the cool sites producing a bone-dry wine made with minimal winemaker intervention. Lovely paired with five spice duck breast with a bing cherry pinot reduction.

Technical Data Vineyard Designation: Petaluma Gap, Riverfront, Deodora pH: 3.65

Alcohol: 14.5% TA 5.0 g/l

2021 Sonoma Valley Zinfandel

Dense blackberry and pepper provide an earthy intensity and a weight of complex structure Tongue-coating chocolate blueberry with an elegant mouthfeel. Cedar-cinnamon toast and espresso builds to a lengthy finish.This softy textured 100% Zin is from a spectacular site, layered in cola, dried cherries and a generosity of plum. Pair with a grilled herbed hanger steak smothered in roasted mushrooms, shallots and blue cheese sauce.

Technical Data Alcohol: 14.5%

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Blanc de Bleu

We pick our grapes at lower sugar levels to ensure that our wine has lower alcohol content. The fruit is pressed into stainless steel tanks for primary fermentation and then secondary fermentation using the Charmat method. Adding a small amount of blueberry flavor offers the gentle perfume and tender flavors.

This sparkling wine pairs well with appetizers, sushi and very light meals.

Technical Data Vintage: Non Vintage Varietal: Sparkling Wine

Appellation: California Alcohol %: 11

Longevity Chardonnay

A beautiful nose of melon, fresh pear, pineapple, and white blossom with hints of mint, yeast, and sweetly toasted oak. The mouth is clean and bright, filled with flavors of honeydew and lemon. The finish is long and structured due to the great balance of acidity.

Rosenblum Dry Creek Zinfandel

Grown in the world renowned Dry Creek Valley located in northern Sonoma County, the vineyards for this jammy Zinfandel are on well drained clay and gravel mix. Ripe cherries blend in with spicy nuances in this beautifully structured Zinfandel.

Technical Data Vintage: 2019 Varietal: Zinfandel

Appellation: Sonoma Alcohol %: 16.5

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Amadeus Flowers is a boutique flower shop specializing in weddings, special events & landscaping, plus everyday arrangements.

They are located in One Embarcdero Center, Street Level.

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Bikes Make Life better integrates bikes into corporate culture to impact people and the planet. They offer bike services located at The Hub by BXP in One Embarcadero Center, Street Level.

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Embarcadero Center Conference Center offers meeting rooms for all work needs featuring comfortable conference furnishings, atmosphere controls, windows with views, and a catering kitchen. It is located in Four Embarcadero Center, Promenade Level.

Hyegraph Invitations & Calligraphy is an invitation designer and stationery store specializing in wedding invitations, digital calligraphy, envelope addressing, and personalized holiday cards. It is located in Three Embarcadero Center, Streel Level.

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Osha Thai offers award winning Thai cuisine paired with swanky presentation, royal style décor, and stunning views of the Embarcadero. It is located in Four Embarcadero Center, Streel Level.

Plant Connection is a plant nursery that also offers ceramic pots, planter baskets, books, and plant-related gifts. It is located im One Embarcadero Center, Promenade Level.

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Proper Food is a fresh take on takeaway – offering delicious, wholesome grab-and-go meals. It is located in Three Embarcadero Center, Street Level.

SF Gift Baskets specializes in creating unique gift solutions for any occasion ranging from weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, holidays, and corporate gifts. It is located

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Sephora offers personal care and beauty products in the heart of the Financial District.

It is located in Two Embarcadero Center, Street Level.

Wheel House has workouts for every goal.

Focusing on indoor cycling, yoga, TRX, and core strength. It is located in One Embarcadero Center, Lobby Level.

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The Bar Method features low-impact barre classes offered in a simple, modern fitness studio with workout apparel for sale. It is located in Three Embarcadero Center, Lobby Level.

Sonoma County Fire Relief is providing emergency and long-term relief to the fire victims in Sonoma County by partnering with individuals, schools, youth sports programs, businesses, and other organizations outside of the fire zones interested in making a difference.

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