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At Wrath, they are all about place, striving to illuminate the terroir of their vineyards in every bottle of wine.   Part of this philosophy means preserving the environment that produces such wonderful fruit . Thus, for several years now, Wrath has been working with the Central Coast Vineyard team to earn a SIP (Sustainability in Practice) Certification. Holding the certification means that the winery operates in a fashion which protects and preserves the planet as well as the surrounding community. It’s these great values, along with the top-notch wines, that make Wrath one of the gems of Monterey County.

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Wrath 2013 “Ex Anima” Sauvignon Blanc

Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blnac

Region: Monterey County, Ca

Price: 15-20

Tasting Notes:

Aromatics of melon and citrus fruit blend with grassy and minerally suggestions on the nose. Pear, honeydew, and grapefruit flavors emerge on the palate along with hints of grass and fresh minerals. A welcoming acidity and a complexity of flavors make this a wine well worth trying. 1,035 cases produced.

Rating: 90

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Wrath 2012 “3 Clone” Chardonnay

Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay

Region: Monterey County, Ca

Price: 30-35

Tasting Notes:

Fragrances of golden apple and pear along with floral spice and vanilla greet the senses. A sip reveals flavors of apple, pear, and tropical fruit that interweave with notes of sweet spice and vanilla on the palate. A rich, mouth-filling Chardonnay with a pleasant acidity, enjoy a bottle before dinner or on a warm afternoon. 133 cases were made.

Rating: 91

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Wrath 2013 “Ex Anima” Chardonnay

Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay

Region: Monterey County, Ca

Price: 15-20

Tasting Notes:

A bouquet of pineapple, lemon, sweet spice, and creamy oak rise up from a glass. The palate delivers flavors of tropical fruit, lemon, and peach that unfold into notes of minerals. A lively white with a fresh acidity, fans of bright Chardonnay will enjoy this bottle. 868 cases produced.

Rating: 90

2012Pinot_SanSaba

Wrath 2012 San Saba Vineyard Pinot Noir

Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir

Region: Monterey County, Ca

Price: 45-50

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of strawberries and plums mingle with traces of floral earth and sweet spice on the nose. Flavors of strawberry and plum coalesce with notes of vanilla and spice on the palate. A smooth red with bright flavors, Pinot lovers will find plenty to like here. 334 cases were made.

Rating: 90

2012Pinot_KWRanch

Wrath 2012 KW Ranch Pinot Noir

Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir

Region: Monterey County, Ca

Price: 45-50

Tasting Notes:

Strawberry, cherry, and plum aromas are accented by nuances of vanilla and cola on the nose. With a sip, flavors of dark cherries and strawberries unfold into notes of cola, rose petal, and limestone. A lush, supple Pinot with a balanced acidity, pair a bottle with grilled chicken. 139 cases produced.

Rating: 91