Tasting Notes 

The B. Wise TRIOS 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon uniquely expresses of the red soils of our Moon Mountain District estate vineyard. Driven by Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine brings together noble Bordeaux varietals in a classic blend with a Rhône Valley twist. Strawberry and red licorice leap from the lightly perfumed nose, nuances of iron dust and cocoa support the fruit. In the background, baking spices of vanilla and cinnamon round out the wine. Juicy and lively in the mouth with medium tannins. Highly versatile from sipping to pairing with most any dish or cuisine. 38 barrels produced. Best 2025–2029.

Winery Notes

We sited B. Wise Vineyards on top of a ridge that looks down over the Sonoma Valley. While this was partly a vineyard decision, it’s also our home. This is a benevolent climate, a place you can live outdoors. I put in peach trees and persimmons, and avocados that everyone says won’t fruit this far north, but I’ve got fruit on them. It comes from being a farmer’s son and grandson. It’s through this bent of farming that we’re able to make wines that satisfy something deep down.

In 2002, we began working with Massimo Monticelli, who came to us from Silver Oak, as the winemaker for the B. Wise Estate. Mark Herold brings us depth in our Napa Cabernet Sauvignon portfolio from his pioneering oenology work for Joseph Phelps and his own successful Merus Cabernet.

Rounding out our Pinot Noir portfolio, we include an offering from the classic region for that grape, the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Drew Voit, former winemaker for Shea Vineyards in Oregon, has joined us to work with Massimo on our Pinot Noirs.

Blend: 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petite Sirah