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Vinum – Cantus – Amor. Wine – Song - Love.
Trademark words for Ceja Vineyards and the Ceja Family, third generation winegrowers in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
The cool Carneros climate allows our grapes to remain on the vine longer, achieving high acidity and ultimate flavor development. We tend our vines diligently and wait for the exact moment when full maturation has been reached before harvesting.
Minimal interference is needed during crushing. Fruit is handled gently during the wine making process and we select the best yeast strains to carry out the fermentation. New French and American oak barrels do not overpower the fruit, yet provide the perfect environment for aging.
The grapes speak for themselves, expressing full flavor, resulting in wines that are crisp, with a hint of the tropics and depth of character.
Our Vineyards are located approximately 40 miles northeast of San Francisco; the Carneros Region’s moderate climate is created by fog, moist air, and cool breezes from the Pacific Ocean. Protected from harsh weather by the Coastal Range, Carneros summer days are warm with cool nights and winters are mild. As a result, grapes stay on the vine longer, reaching high acidity and full flavor development.
At Ceja Vineyards, we match vines to terroir, planting each variety where it grows best. Our wines are a true reflection of their origins.
Vino de Casa - White 2007
Napa Valley
68% Chardonnay/ 28% Marsanne/ 4% Viognier
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Citrus lemon, tropical fruit and pineapple. |
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Crisp and refreshing, with balanced citrus carryover. |
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Straw gold, bright fruit with a lush finish. |
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Sur lie aged 4 months in 2nd fill French barrels. |
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Sauvignon Blanc 2006
Sonoma Coast
100% Sauvignon Blanc
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Aroma: Bold, tangy, with hints of guava and gooseberry.
Palate: Intense layers of bright fruit and mineral flavors.
Overall Impression: Gold with hints of lime, fresh and crisp, with long lasting flavors.
Aging Process: Aged 4 months in 2nd fill French barrels.
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Chardonnay 2006
Napa Valley * Carneros
100% Chardonnay |
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Aroma: Pear, citrus, lemon and green apple invigorate the senses!
Palate: Fresh, crisp and tangy. Extended sur lee aging provides rich and creamy qualities.
Overall Impression: Lean and refreshing, this wine showcases classical Carneros fruit.
Aging Process: Sur lee aged 14 months in French barrels.
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Vino de Casa Red 2005
Napa Valley |
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Aroma: Cherries, plums, cocoa, toasted vanilla.
Palate: The Pinot Noir brings crisp acidity and soft tannins while the Syrah showcases a sexy mid-palate and long end-finish. Overall Impression: Red and dark fruit infused with blueberry and mineral qualities.
Aging Process: 21 months in French & American barrels.
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Pinot Noir 2004
Sonoma * Carneros
100% Pinot Noir |
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Aroma: Plump and juicy fruit, tea, dark cherry.
Palate: Dry fruit and tart cherries with an earthy overlay.
Overall Impression: Bright, crisp and balanced; soft tannins with layers of textures.
Aging Process: 20 months in French barrels
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Merlot 2004
Sonoma * Carneros
100% Merlot
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Aroma: Dazzling raspberries and black fruit that open to bright cherry notes.
Palate: Intense yet supple tannins balanced by crisp acidity and dry spice.
Overall Impression: A true reflection of its Carneros origin
Aging Process: 22 months in French barrels
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Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Napa Valley
100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
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Aroma: Spiced smoky rum, toasted plums and bright cranberries.
Palate: Classical Napa Valley Cabernet showcasing fully extracted yet supple tannins.
Overall Impression: Succulent and rich, this wine’s intense composition is savored with every sip!
Aging Process: 28 months in French barrels.
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Syrah 2004
Sonoma Coast
100% Syrah |
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Aroma: Blueberries and white pepper enveloped by smoke and game.
Palate: Rhubarb pie, leather, with hints of spice and menthol..
Overall Impression: This is a savory wine that keeps evolving with an array of flavors!
Aging Process: 26 months in new French barrels and second fill French barrels.
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Dulce Beso (Sweet Kiss) 2006
Late Harvest Carneros
Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blanc
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Aroma: This wine has richness with opulent concentration of sweet spice, vanilla, apricot, apple and lime oil.
Palate: The balance of natural residual sugar of 17.8% (by weight) and crisp fresh acidity of Carneros provides viscosity that coats and excites the palate for a very long time.
Overall Impression: A delicious and intense Late Harvest wine with layered complexity and character at every level.
Aging Process: Aged 6 months in French
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Bella Rosa (Beautiful Rose) 2007
Sonoma Coast
80% Syrah, 20% Pinot Noir
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Aroma: Pomegranate, cranberries and rose petals.
Palate: Crisp tart cherry, pomelo and ruby red grapefruit.
Overall Impression: Bright and refreshing, this blush wine pays tribute to its cool climate birthplace.
Aging Process: Sur lie aged 5 months in 2nd fill French barrels.
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Points above are based on a personal assessment by the Wine Tasting Committee at 4 Wines plus more.
81 & Below |
Average or below average wines - we don’t carry them! |
82 – 86 |
Good wines for every day enjoyment at affordable pricing! |
87 - 89 |
Excellent wines at affordable pricing! |
90 – 92 |
Outstanding wines in every way! |
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World Class! |
96 – 100 |
Unique Champions – Normally allocated - Lucky if you can get a case or a bottle! |
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