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Our GrowersDelta Packing Delta Packing has established long-term relationships with over 70 growers located primarily in the AVA regions of Lodi, Amador, Paso Robles and Napa. In addition to working with California growers, Delta Packing and the Costamagna family have been farming throughout California’s San Joaquin valley for over three generations. Delta Packing now oversees over 10,000 acres of grapes, cherries, walnuts, and tomatoes focusing on using sustainable and organic farming techniques. The family believes in being good stewards of the soil to ensure that the farming operation can be passed on to future generations. Delta Packing is centrally located in the Zinfandel capital of Lodi, 35 minutes south of Sacramento and 90 miles east of San Francisco, just west of the Sierra Nevada. The nearby Sacramento River Delta brings cool nights, along with our deep sandy clay soils, making it ideal for grape growing. Lodi has more than 75,000 acres of grapes grown by over 750 farmers. Lodi is the leading producer of all California wine districts for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel. Lodi is home to five major wineries and over 60 “boutique” wineries. More than 60 other leading wineries source grapes from Lodi. Lodi has a long history of good old days that seem to be getting better and better. Sutter Creek & Sutter Ridge Vineyards Owned by one of several long-time Amador County winemaking families, Sutter Creek and Sutter Ridge Vineyards produces Barbera, Grenache, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, and Chardonnay. John L. Bree, the winemaker, has had a long history of creative distinctive wines and introducing new varieties to the Foothills. His son, John Junior is the vineyard manager.
Iron Oak Vineyards His vines are cultivated at an elevation of 2200 feet. They are grown in depleted red volcanic soil on a steep hillside. They only yield about two to three tons per acre. Iron Oak Vineyard is famous for it’s Merlot. This merlot enjoys prolonged time on the vine and is always the last fruit to be harvested, often coming in at the end of October. Iron Oak Merlot is planted to an old Mondavi clone. This clone yields small concentrated berries, which when grown in Iron Oak's high mountain location produce more tannins than are typical of California merlot. These tannins contribute to the structure of the Iron Oak Ranch Merlot and help to balance the complex layers of lavender and black cherry.
Lanza Vineyards The property is over 300 acres and spans four microclimates between I-80 and the end of the valley. This is a tremendous asset enabling the Lanzas to plant different varieties in the areas best suited for each type of vine. Chardonnay is planted in the south because it's cooler and there is more wind. Cabernet Sauvignon is planted further north where the soil is rocky and there is less wind. Larry Lanza writes, “Each passing season only increases my respect for the ecology and aesthetics of this valley. The more you understand this land, the more you can get out of it.” Lanza Vineyards grows Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Napa Gamay, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc. Working together, the Lanza family has completed a transition to the exclusive production of estate wines, with a range of varietals and rare classics to meet every taste.
Vina Correa Albano The grapes are packed in 18-pound plastic crates and refrigerated from harvest to delivery to our clients here in the U.S. These wine grapes are delivered to you in exceptional condition and are of the highest quality.
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