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2 Total Awards
Total Awards medal
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2 Silver Medals
Awards
2018 Montepulciano

Founder's Fortune

California, United States

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About This Wine


Founder's Fortune

Montepulciano

When people in the 1800s flocked to California in search of gold, they wanted to get rich quick. But at Firstleaf we know that a true treasure takes time. Having developed slowly, this powerful Montepulciano was definitely worth the wait. With grippy tannins and gobs of fruit on the palate, this is a complex wine that boasts its big, bold Italian origins. Look out for an explosion of blackberry, strawberry, and cherry, with hints of violet, vanilla, and bitter chocolate beneath. For the full experience, enjoy with a hearty oxtail and winter vegetable stew. Judges love it too! It took home a Silver medal from the 2020 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and at the 2019 Harvest Challenge.

Founder's Fortune 2018 Montepulciano California

Wine Region


California

California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world. Spanning 850 miles along North America's west coast—and inland across mountains and valleys—California's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) cover a dizzying array of terroir. The cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean play a major role in cooling California's vineyards, sending fog and chilly air up to 100 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive closest to the sea, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail.

Flavor Profile


Pairs well with… Cheeseboard, Oxtail Soup, Roasted Vegetables

Body 4 Acidity 2Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 3Tannin 4

Tasting Notes


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This wine is fresh with big, bold Italian flavors. We love the red fruits that mingle with flowers, vanilla, and bittersweet chocolate. The big flavor profile of the wine makes it perfect for pairing with stews, roasts, and braised vegetables.

Awards


Founder's Fortune 2018 Montepulciano California: Montepulciano

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2 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Silver Medal, 2020 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
  • Silver Medal, 2019 Harvest Challenge
Founder's Fortune 2018 Montepulciano California