19 Crimes Cali Blanc Wine

100% Pinot GrigioFounded in 1935 by Gaetano Marzotto, Santa Margherita was named after Gaetano’s much loved wife, Margherita. Making Prosecco as long ago as 1952, Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio gained its iconic status after 1961, when it was among the first Italian Pinot Grigio vinified as a mono varietal and off the copper-colored skins thereby enhancing the freshness of the fruit and bringing out the wine’s enormous versatility. The illustration on the label is of the historical Marzotto home (that was subsequently donated to the town), Villa Marzotto, which stands in the town of Portogruaro, about an hour outside of Venice.Vinifying Pinot Grigio off its skins makes the wine more transparent to the land it was grown on and Santa Margherita’s oenologists have been keenly focused on the Adige River Valley (including Alto Adige and Valadige) for the vineyards that stand out for their appeal on the palate. Hand harvested to maintain the integrity of the fruit, the grapes are fed into the press that is flushed with inert gas (to push out oxygen which would damage the delicate aromas of the Pinot Grigio). From there, the wine is made as simply as possible: fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel tanks to preserve the fresh aromas and flavors. After resting briefly several weeks on the lees in a mix of stainless steel and cement tanks, the wine is then bottled in our new state-of-the-art bottling facility (built in 2017) and finished with Diam corks (to ensure consistency from bottle to bottle).The wine is dry with intense aromas and appealing flavors of Golden Delicious apples and citrus with a long, multi-layered finish. Excellent as an aperitif and with a medium body that makes it versatile to pair with everything from salads to chicken or grilled fish. Wonderful pairing ideas include butter lettuce with apples, walnuts and pomegranate seeds, pizza topped with prosciutto and arugula, scallops with tarragon cream, or tagliatelle with Italian olive oil, lemon zest and pine nuts

Winery: 19 Crimes Cali Red Snoop Dogg edition is produced by 19 Crimes, a renowned winery known for its innovative approach to winemaking and its unique connection to historical crime stories.

History: 19 Crimes has its roots in Australia and takes inspiration from the era when British convicts were sent to Australia. The winery's name refers to the 19 crimes that could result in transportation to the Australian penal colony. Over the years, 19 Crimes has gained popularity for its captivating labels featuring augmented reality storytelling.

Collaboration with Snoop Dogg: The collaboration with Snoop Dogg for the Cali Red edition is a testament to 19 Crimes' innovative spirit. Snoop Dogg, a cultural icon in the music and entertainment industry, brings his flair to this red blend, creating a unique and bold expression.

Wine Production: The Cali Red is a red blend, and while specific details about the grape varietals and the winemaking process may vary, it typically offers a rich and flavorful profile with notes of dark fruit, oak, and a smooth finish. The wine may showcase the influence of California's diverse and renowned vineyards.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 10.5%
*Please note that the ABV may vary