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83 Vallecitos Road (Formerly CA Hwy 84)

Livermore, CA 94550

(925) 447-5246

Tasting Room Open Fri., Sat., and Sun. 12-5 PM

 
 

 

Award-Winning Fenestra Wines

For wines available to Fenestra Fanatics, please go to the Fanatics page.

White Wines

True White Lot 1
$16.00

True White is named for George True, who built our winery building in 1889. This wine is soft and round, with aromas of white peach, Fuji apple, lemon meringue, and a hint of honeysuckle jasmine. The palate boasts a light, silky mouthfeel, with flavors of lychee, pineapple, pear, and a lemon zest finish. Pair this wine with a citrus vinaigrette salad, mango chutney, lemon ricotta pasta, or sip on its own.

True White is a non-vintage blend of 22% 2010 Lodi Verdelho, 22% 2012 Arroyo Seco Riesling, 15% 2012 Lodi Verdelho, 15% 2012 Livermore Valley Chardonnay, 10% 2010 Livermore Valley Semillon, 10% 2011 white wine blend, and 5% 2012 Livermore Valley Pinot Gris. Final numbers at bottling were 3.36pH and 0.3% residual sugar. Bottled 228 cases on 3-13-2013 @ 13.8% Alcohol.


2012 Semonnay, Livermore Valley
$18.00

Verdelho is a grape traditionally grown in Portugal.  It has a tropical fruit bouquet of pineapple, key lime, green apple, & orange blossom.  Medium-bodied with a crisp, mineral finish.  Pairs nicely with seafood, mild curry, ceviche, & chicken piccata.


2012 VERDELHO, Lodi, Silvaspoons Vyds
$16.00

Our 2012 Semonnay© is an intriguing marriage of 59% Chardonnay and 41% Semillon. This wine has an inticing bouquet of apple, key lime, peach, and apricot, with luscious flavors of mango, green apple, pear, and citrus. This is a complex, medium-bodied wine with a lingering finish. Enjoy with shellfish, roasted chicken, or pork loin.


2011 PINOT GRIS, Livermore Valley
$18.00

From the Buttner Family Vineyard in Sunol, this wine was barrel-fermented and aged, sur lie, in French oak and Acacia barrels for 10 months. It has spicy aromas of pineapple, ripe peach, orange blossom and white pepper. It is medium-bodied with lingering flavors of melon, pear, lemon peel and spice. Enjoy with shellfish, apricot-glazed chicken, asian food and curry.

Harvested 09-24-2011, @ 25° Brix, 3.52pH. The grapes are from Buttner Family Vineyard in Sunol. Barrel fermented and aged sur lie for 10 months in 10% new French oak, and 10% new Acacia barrels. Bottled 152 cases. 100% Pinot Gris.


2012 Riesling, Arroyo Seco
$17.00

NEW RELEASE! Our 2011 Riesling is a charming wine with a spicy, tropical fruit bouquet, and clean, crisp flavors of pineapple, peach, and spice. It has good body and a lingering finish. Goes great with curry, Thai food, sushi, fresh fruit, and cheese.

Silver Medal, 2012 Orange County Wine Competition


Rose

2012 Estate Rose

$12.50


Our 2012 Estate Rose exhibits vibrant aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and rose petal. It is a light-bodied, refreshing wine with flavors of cherry, strawberry, and spice. Enjoy with smoked turkey, salmon, ham, or pork loin.

The grapes for our 2012 Rosé were picked November 4, 2013 (Grenache) and November 7, 2012 (Mourvedre) @ 25.8°Brix, 0.65 TA, and 3.52 pH (Grenache); and 21.8° Brix, 0.55 TA, and 3.74pH (Mourvedre). Fermented together in tank for 41 days using X16 yeast, in a temperature controlled environment. Bottled 77 cases on 4-23-2013 @ 14.4% Alcohol. 59.8% 2012 Grenache, 25.7% 2012 Mourvedre, 11.5% 2011 Mourvedre, 3% 2012 Syrah

 

Red Wines

2009 Touriga, Lodi, Silvaspoons Vyd
$22.00

Our 2007 Touriga has a distinctive bouquet of strawberry, raspberry, white pepper and rose petal. This medium-full bodied wine exhibits bright flavors of cherry, plum, raspberry and spice. Enjoy this unique wine with paella, gourmet hamburgers, lamb or pizza

Harvested 10-1-09 @ 23.5° Brix. 50/50 Touriga Nacionel/ Touriga Franca. Fermented in small bins for 8 days. Aged in 40% new French, and Hungarian oak barrels for 21 months. Bottled 216 cases 7-14-11.

Chairman's Award & Gold Medal, 2011 Riverside International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 New World International Wine Competition


 

2008 Alvarelhão, Lodi, Silvaspoons Vyds
$19.50

NEW RELEASE! Alvarelhão is a grape traditionally grown in Portugal. It exhibits aromas of freesia, blueberry and raspberry, and Gardenia. This medium bodied wine is fruit forward with complex flavors of plum, sour cherry, mocha and spice. This wine is delicious with roasted duck, venison, and pork loin.

Harvested 10-2-08, @ 25°Brix, 3.80pH. Fermented on skins for 9 days before pressing. Aged for 17 months in 40% new American and French oak. Blended with 3% Malbec and 2% Touriga, both from Silvaspoons Vineyards in Lodi. Bottled 194 cases 3-5-10.


 

True Red * Lot 27*, California 
$12.95

Named for George True, who built our winery building in 1889, this is Fenestra's most popular wine. This delicious wine is rich and smooth, with a cherry/raspberry bouquet and plum/black cherry flavor. it is a complex blend, with medium body and a lingering finish. A great everyday red wine – with pizza, ravioli, hamburgers, even filet mignon.

Lot 27 is a very complex blend of Rhone, Bordeaux, and Iberian varietals.  Composed of multiple vintages (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011), aged in mostly neutral barrels for 12-60 months. Bottled 2100 cases in 750ml, and 48 cases in Magnums January, 2012.


2009 Mourvedre, Livermore Valley, Estate
$24.00

The 2009 Estate Mourvedre exhibits spicy aromas of plum, cherry, black currant, and pepper. This wine is medium to full-bodied, with flavors of plum, blackberry, white pepper, and cherry. Excellent with lamb, mushrooms, chicken marsala, and Cornish game hen.

2009 Mourvedre was picked November 6, 2009 @ 24.8° Brix and 4.00pH. Fermented for 9 days using D80 and VRB yeast. Aged for 17 months in 20% new French and American oak. Blended with 11% Syrah. Bottled 220 cases on 8-11-2011 @ 3.65 pH and 13.4% Alcohol.


2009 Tempranillo, Lodi Silvaspoons vyds
$22.50

This wine has enticing aromas of cherry, black tea, smoke, and allspice. The palate is full-bodied with flavors of strawberry jam, toasty oak, spice, and dried cherry. Enjoy this delectable wine with roasted meat, BBQ chicken, carnitas, and roasted winter veggies.

The grapes were picked on 9/11/09 at 25.5º Brix and pH 4.03.  Fermented in small open bins for seven days before pressing. Aged in a mix of 20% new French and American oak barrels for 18 months. Blended with 2% Malbec, 2% Graciano, and 1% Merlot. Bottled 349 cases on 6/8/11.

Chairman's Award, Unanimous Gold, Best of Class, 2012 Riverside International Wine Competition

Best of Class (Lodi Appellation), Gold Medal, 2012 Califrnia State Fair Wine Competition

Gold Medal, 2012 Best of the Bay Wine Competition

Gold Medal, 2012 Lodi Consumer Wine Awards

Silver Medal, 2012 New World International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 Orange County Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 El Dorado County Wine Competition

Bronze Medal, 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition


2009 Grenache, Livermore Valley
$25.00

NEW RELEASE! Our 2009 Grenache has a spicy bouquet of black cherry, raspberry, strawberry, and rose petal. It is full bodied and complex, with flavors of raspberry, cherry, cranberry, and plum with a touch of white pepper. Enjoy with stuffed peppers, herb roasted potatoes, gourmet hamburgers, and ratatouille.

This Grenache is from two Livermore Vineyards, Hansen and Fenestra's Estate. Both were harvested 10-12-2009, @ 26 Brix, pH 3.65. They were fermented in small bins for 10 days using D80, and Rhythm yeasts. Aged separately in 30% new French Oak for 19 months. Blended with 1% Syrah, ½% Mourvedre. Bottled 239 cases June 9, 2011.

Silver Medals


2008 Merlot, Livermore Valley, Thatcher Bay Vyd
$22.00

Our 2008 Thatcher Bay Merlot has an inviting bouquet of cranberry, cherry, black currant, cola, and rose petal. This complex, full bodied wine has a lingering finish with flavors of cherry, blackberry, mocha, and spice. Pairs nicely with grilled pork tenderloin, filet mignon, and roasted duck. Age for maximum enjoyment.

Grapes picked on 9/9/08 at 25.0º Brix, TA .58 and pH 3.51.  Crushed and destemmed to small open bins for fermentation.  Fermented with F15, FX-10, and D21 yeast.  Punched down manually three times per day.  Pressed after 10 days.  Aged in 50% new French oak for 19 months.  Blended with 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Cabernet Franc. Bottled 239 cases July 2010. 


2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Livermore Valley, Thatcher Bay Vyd
$19.00

The 2007 Cabernet has inviting aromas of cranberry, black cherry, tea, and rose petal. The palate is full and lush, with flavors of black currant, cola, mocha, and spice. Pairs well with prime rib, duck, grilled portabella mushrooms, and eggplant parmesan. Age this wine for maximum enjoyment.

Platinum Medal, 2012 Lodi Consumers Wine Awards

Gold Medal, 2012 Best of the Bay Wine Competition

Gold Medal, 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Gold Medal, 2012 Riverside International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2012 Orange County Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2012 California State Fair Wine Competition


2007 Conjugation, Livermore Valley
$42 (750ml) $90 (Mag)

The 2007 Conjugation is a luxurious blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot. It has enticing aromas of cherry, spice, chocolate, and rose petal. The palate is full and rich, with flavors of raspberry, black cherry, cedar, and black currant. Enjoy with filet mignon, herb crusted pork tenderloin, gourmet hamburgers, or as an aperitif. Age this delicious, complex wine for maximum enjoyment.

Best New World Red Wine, Best Varietal, Best of Class!


2009 Malbec, Livermore, Ghielmetti Vyd.
$32.00

Our 2009 Livermore Valley Malbec is an elegant wine, with an inviting bouquet of plum, black cherry, Marion berry, and rose petal. This complex, full bodied wine has rich, vibrant flavors of blackberry, blueberry, clove, and allspice. Pairs well with roasted  duck breast, lamb, venison, or enjoy by itself as an aperitif. Age for maximum enjoyment.


2007 Syrah, Livermore Valley, Estate
Magnum $55.00

Our 2007 Estate Syrah has a rich bouquet of plum, blackberry, mocha, and pepper, with luscious “flavors or raspberry”, cherry, allspice and sage. Full-bodied and complex, this wine will complement wild boar, sausage, mushrooms, and ribs. Age for maximum enjoyment.

Gold Medal, 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 Best of the Bay Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 El Dorado Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 Orange County Fair Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 Cal State Fair Wine Competition

Bronze Medal, 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

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Port and Other Dessert Wines

Since 1993, Fenestra has made wonderful ports. and other dessert wines. Come out and taste them with a little dark Belgian chocolate!

2004 Port, Lodi, Silvaspoons Vyds

375ml, $14.00

750ml, $25.00

Our 2004 Port is a classic Port blend using traditional Portuguese style grapes, it has an inviting red fruit/spice/rose petal bouquet and complex cherry/raspberry flavor. This is a luscious wine, rich, smooth, creamy and elegant. It is a blend of 34% Touriga, 26% Tempranillo, 20% Tinto Cão, 20% Souzão. Pair this wine with the finest blue cheeses (Stilton, Roquefort), nuts and dried fruits, chocolate fondue and berry tarts.

Platinum Medal, 2011 New World International Wine Competition

Best New World Port, 2011 New World International Wine Competition

Best Varietal, 2011 New World International Wine Competition

Best of Class, 2011 New World International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Silver Medals


Tawny Port, Lodi

375ml, $35.00

Our first Tawny Port offering is a bold, decadent wine with aromas of soy, toasted almonds, caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, and fresh cigar. its palate is rich and smooth, with flavors of roasted nuts, maple sugar, praline, and baked apple. it has a sustained nutty finish that leads you into the next sip. Pair with roasted nuts, aged cheeses, nut tortes, pecan pie, or flan.