Born and raised in northern bulgaria, a region with many millennia of winemaking history, he was exposed to wine and winemaking at a very early age. The world atlas of wine by hugh johnson, red, white, and drunk all over. The 2017 growing season was long and perhaps one of the best we had in this decade. The rich tapestry of trentadue is further woven by the taste of tuscany imbued in its architecture. The piece of land, which is now home to trentadue winery, has a remarkable history. Trentadue winery wineryvineyard geyserville, california. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the. Wedding venues information and pricing wedding spot. Our aim is to make big red wines on the blackfruit side of the ripeness spectrum that nonetheless maintain balance, nuance, and complexity.
Hotels near trentadue winery, geyserville on tripadvisor. We were pushed out by the subdivisions, says patriarch leo trentadue. I remember healdsburg, a collections of oral histories of healdsburg. Leo trentadue, patriarch of a prominent alexander valley winemaking family, died of heart failure on jan.
Not only is the wine outstanding but the venue and the views are unforgettable. This harvest was the biggest in the history of trentadue as far as total grapes made to wine. Victor trentadue president trentadue winery special. Our 2017 trentadue merlot represents a new beginning for the winery for producing the best that we can under the trentadue label. The trentadue family name was found in the usa, and canada between 1911 and 1920. Sonoma county, california formally establishes landmarks through its landmarks commission. Soda rock winery fine wines from the heart of alexander. Illinois and 2 other states had the highest population of trentadue families in 1920. Soda rock winery on highway 128 goes up in flames after the. Trentadue, evelyn beloved mother, grandmother, and local winery owner, evelyn trentadue, passed away saturday morning, she was 84 years old. Gift shop healdsburg museum and historical society. Visit trentadue winery on your trip to geyserville or.
The trentadue family arrived in sonoma county long before their region gained a reputation as the wine country. Whether you are visiting locally or traveling from afar, our tasting selections are designed to showcase what we do best. Now more than 35 years old, these vines are among the oldest producing carignane vineyards in america. A covered picnic area resides in a parklike setting surrounded by a grove of redwood trees. The trentadue old patch red is named for those original late1800s plantings. Taking a page from californias wine history sfgate. Join us in the heart of alexander valley for a true wine country experience. Named for the original 1896 plantings, our old patch red has remained the all time favorite among legions of trentadue fans for over three decades. Wine at the california missions research articles wine at the california missions by eve iversen based on a paper originally presented at the 1998 cmsa annual conference, san juan capistrano introduction grapes and the wine they produce are one of californias signature crops. A wine soaked journey from grape to glass by natalie. As california vineyard and winery owners for over 30 years, my family has a deep commitment to our employees, neighbors and customers. These landmarks are designations independent of those established on a national level including national historic landmarks and sites on the national register of historic places.
This was about 33% of all the recorded trentadue s in the usa. A history of a grape and its wine california studies in. In this lively book, sullivan dispels the false legend that has obscured zinfandels history for almost a century, reveals the latest scientific findings about the grapes. The 2017 is a fine example of the ability of this classic bordeaux variety to make solid, tasty and age worthy wines. Books partial listing related to healdsburg, sonoma county and california history. Add on an estate lunch, customize your flight and more. The wine has dark red color with intense black cherry aromas, blueberries and cherry cola as an immediate impression. Beginning in 2008, i was working for a wine sales and marketing company as their business travel manager. Nestled in the heart of the alexander valley, trentadue winery offers old world charm seamlessly blended with. This is a truly a winemakers blend of all handpicked barrels. Historic homes of healdsburg a selfguided architectural and historic tour 20 tales of california a rare collection of western stories. How best to achieve these goals is something we continue to experiment with in small lot trials. Images of healdsburg a pictorial history of the healdsburg area, published by the healdsburg museum.
Ridge vineyards owned 10 acres of oldvine cabernet planted just below. March 17, 2020 tasting room temporarily closed this is an unprecedented moment in our history as a company and as a community. Contact information for, and services offered by, trentadue winery. The concrete tasting bar provides a solid foundation on which to sample their many wines. Trentadue winery port blend alexander valley chocolate amore. On the mouth the wine is fresh and juicy with youthful brightness, finishing long and fruity. Visit trentadue winery on your trip to geyserville or united. Apr 26, 2006 according to the winery history, 32 close families immigrated to southern italy and some got into winemaking, centuries ago. The room has a deli case with cheeses and meats, wine books, logo clothing and largeformat bottles for sale. Leo and evelyn convinced the owner to let them buy the property. Initially fruit farmers back in the 1950s, with little market for apples, prunes and pears, they started to make wine.
Trentadue was a gorgeous venue with a reasonable cost for wine country. Trentadue winery geyserville 2020 all you need to know. All 8 barrels of petite sirah selection came entirely from block 405 and it was all fermented in open top fermenters. In 1868, a french botanist named andrew bouton established hearts desire nursery on this excellent site east of the railroad tracks.
The grapes are exclusively grown on our geyserville estatefrom blocks 402 and 400. With a special members only rate, you are able to book special events and reserve tastings for you and your guests to enjoy whenever you want. Experience northern californias distinctive wines on this allday excursion from san francisco. Located in alexander valley just 5 miles outside of downtown healdsburgs park plaza, trentadue estate view offers guests the experience of staying in the heart of world class vineyards and wineries.
Todays vast vineyards serve every market from elegant parties to weekend. At trentadue winery, we receive a great deal of satisfaction from sharing our love of winemaking and the fruits of our estate with others. With vines dating back to 1886, to the adaptation of improved farming practices. The 2017 trentadue estate hearts desire petite sirah is the first vintage of our new vision for the trentadue line of wines. View victor trentadues profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Order online, pick up in store, enjoy local delivery or ship items directly to you. In 1959, after twentyfive years of farming fruit orchards in californias santa clara valley, the trentadue family decided it was time to move on. In 1959, the trentadues decided to flee the developers encroaching on their apricot and cherry orchards in sunnyvale, the. The trentadue family arrived in sonoma county long before the region gained a reputation as the wine country. Family and pet friendly, come and enjoy our picnic grounds, outside lounge, and winery tours. Nestled in the heart of the alexander valley, trentadue winery offers. Call our concierge to book your wine tasting experience and to learn more about the different experiences we offer. Trentadue winery comes into its own houston chronicle.
Trentadue winery 01 old patch red sonoma trentadue 2012. If you would like to purchase any wines or have your wine club shipments shipped in the meantime, you can reach marissa at 707. Ok we might be a little biased but what youll love is not only the quality of our awardwinning wines, but we offer wedding parties 15% off trentadue wines when you book your weddings with us. Come enjoy a perfect weekend getaway or a day trip at trentadue s beautiful estate grounds relaxing in the sun and drinking phenomenal wine. A spoton soiree spectacular in sonoma county, this winery is owned and operated by lifelong italian agriculturalists. The most trentadue families were found in the usa in 1920. Chiefly responsible for reinvigorating the trentadue brand when he came aboard in 1999, miro has worked tirelessly to take our wines to a new level of quality and prestige. In 1984, trentadue winery was the first california winery to release a wine made from 100 percent sangiovese grapes the main grape used in italy for chianti. Italians love their red wines, especially hearty reds like carignane. In the three months since founders leo and evelyn trentadue turned over the helm of the 30,000caseayear winery to him, mr. According to the winery history, 32 close families immigrated to southern italy and some got into winemaking, centuries ago.
Trentadue winery and milestone events are a fantastic combination. Evelyn trentadue obituary santa rosa, ca press democrat. Creative spirit and cando attitude are hallmarks of trentadue s success. The trentadue family history is deeply rooted to the land as farmers with. All 8 barrels of petite sirah selection came entirely from block 405 and it. The trentadue family has been growing premium red wine grapes on their 200 acre estate in the alexander valley for over 47 years. That purchase would prove to be one of the most fortuitous in the history of alexander valley, even if leo had never even heard of andrew bouton. Leo trentadue visited dozens of properties before settling on a 208acre spread. Discover your next favorite bottle of wine in the wine access store. The main aromas and flavors are of dark cherry, plums, a bit of black licorice and herbs. After a convenient pickup from select hotels, enjoy a quick wine tutorial from a. Lifelong, handson agriculturists, evelyn and leo trentadue contributed significantly to the advancement of their region over the years. We invite you to discover all trentadue has to offer and we look forward to your visit.
Trentadue s mustardyellow, italianstyle villa is tastefully designed, with tapestries and ribbons festooned on the walls. On april 4th, when youre a member at one of the participating wineries, youre entitled to member benefits at them all. Located in the acclaimed alexander valley, trentadue winery is a touch of tuscany complete with gracious hospitality and luscious wines. We have so many options available to show off our latest and greatest wines for you at the winery. Try our awardwinning estate grown wines and ports while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
The trentadues were among the very first to plant new vines in sonoma county since the days of prohibition. Trentadue winery is a wedding venue in geyserville, california, united states. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover victors. We want our wines to be approachable in their youth, yet to age beneficially for ten to fifteen years. Creative spirit and cando attitude are hallmarks of trentadues success. See photos and contact trentadue winery for a tour. In 1920 there was 1 trentadue family living in illinois.
Trentadue winery geyserville, california, united states. One of 97,253 wine stores and wineries with price lists on winesearcher. We will be featuring our 2017 viognier, 2016 carignane, 2016 grenache and 2015 petite sirah. Please tell me a little bit about the wine we are featuring today miro. One decimated winery, four damaged and a lot of unknowns await vintners in alexander valley, which is now at 75,000 acres burned and 15 percent contained. In 1962, the trentadue family began planting new carignane vines in addition to the 68 acres of old vines already growing on their ranch. Wine at the california missions california missions. Trentadue has been known as a great petite producer for the last 40 years.
Mar 10, 2015 see the variety of wines trentadue winery has to offer. With our variety of tasting options and knowledgeable team, your experience with us. Sorry, trentadue winery is not available, but lets get you back on track. Trentadue estate view is a historic vineyard living experience appointed with all the modern comforts and conveniences. One of 97,253 wine stores and wineries with price lists on wine searcher. Over the past several years, ive made a hobby of collecting california wine books of decades past, particularly from the industrys 1970s heyday. Trentadue zinfandel 2000 from california zinfandel has been the mystery grape of california as its origins are lost in history. Experience sbragia visit us sbragia family vineyards. These landmarks are also independent of california historical landmarks and those established by. The comfortable and romantic outdoor areas create an old world italian ambiance surrounded by lush vineyards, picturesque mountains, vine covered arbors, shaded gardens, mature redwoods, and expansive lawns. Leo and evelyn trentadue were pioneer grape growers in sonoma county. Kincade fires destructive toll on sonoma wineries, vintners.
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