California Love

25% of every flight sold will be donated to Giving Kitchen to aid in relief efforts for hospitality service workers affected by the recent California wildfires.

This February, we’re pouring a little extra love into our wine program with a special theme: California Love. Each month, we highlight a region, theme, or style of wine to explore and celebrate the wine world. And this month, we’re shining the spotlight on the Golden State—home to some of the most iconic vineyards and winemakers in the world.

From the sun-drenched valleys of Napa to the rugged coastlines of Sonoma, California’s wine regions are as varied as they are breathtaking. To honor this incredible state, we’ve curated a selection of four standout wines that showcase some of the best of what California has to offer. Whether you’re a fan of crisp whites, bold reds, or something in between, there’s something here to fall in love with.

The Wines:

1. The Vice Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2023
   Started by Malek Amrani and his wife Torie Greenberg after leaving New York City for Napa Valley. With a background in wine sales and marketing, Malek and Torie are a one-stop shop, handling everything from production to designing labels and working the market. All of the wines they produce are small batch and are produced from single grape varietals. Batch #141 is made from sustainably grown Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. Light-bodied and crisp with aromas of grapefruit, lime zest, and fresh herbs. The palate is crisp and refreshing, with flavors of passion fruit, green apple, and a hint of minerality.

2. Lioco ‘Indica’ Carignan Blend, Mendocino County 2022
   Composed from three historic Mendocino Country ranches-all with heritage dry-farmed, head-trained Carignan and Valdiguie vines. These rapidly vanishing California grapes harken back to the Golden State’s earliest winemaking efforts. Fresh & clean with aromas of just-picked blackberry, Italian plum, & lavender. On the palate rich mulberry, violette liqueur & chai spice.

3. Pedroncelli ‘Sonoma Classico’ Red Blend, Dry Creek Valley 2022
   Four generations of the Pedroncelli family have called Geyserville, in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County, home since 1927. Sonoma Classico is their proprietary blend of Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Tinta Madeira and Souzao. Simply delicious, broad and welcoming, this full-bodied wine wafts chocolate, cherries and toast aromas, and incorporates warm, ripe dark plums, blueberries and black cherries in the mouth. Moderate tannins match the generous flavors for a wine

4. Trione Zinfandel Flat Ridge Ranch, Sonoma County 2016 The Flatridge Zinfandel is a unique wine and vineyard. The vineyard was planted with a selection of Zinfandel sourced from a 100-year-old vineyard next to the St. Peter’s Church in the northern Sonoma County town of Cloverdale. Aromas of warm vanilla, infused with five spice and the sweetness of dark berries weaving throughout. The palate is enveloped by bramble and black cherry, while dried coconut and cardamom add a tantalizing twist.

How to Enjoy:

You can savor these wines by the glass, bottle, or as a flight of three or all four. The flight is a fantastic way to explore the range of flavors and styles that California wines have to offer. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to discover a new favorite!

Giving Back to California:

This month, our California Love theme isn’t just about celebrating great wine—it’s also about giving back to the communities that make it all possible. In light of the recent wildfires that have impacted so many in California, we’re donating 25% of the proceeds from every flight sold to Giving Kitchen, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing relief to food service workers affected by disasters, including the recent California wildfires.

The hospitality industry is the heart and soul of California’s wine country, and we want to show our support for those who have been affected by these devastating events. By enjoying a flight of California wines, you’re not only treating yourself to something special—you’re also helping make a difference.

So, whether you’re a longtime fan of California wines or just curious to explore, we invite you to join us this February for California Love. Raise a glass to the Golden State, its incredible wines, and the resilient spirit of its people. Cheers to love, generosity, and great wine!

See you soon!