California

California is the Blush champion of the world, and the New World home of Zinfandel. In the On-Trade California has 11% of the market. California has powerful, well-supported brands, producing fruit-forward, consumer-friendly wine styles and it has led the way in developing and capitalising on the most significant trend in wine in the past five years: the rise of rose.

We have developed our Californian list to include ‘Medium-dry’ and ‘Blush’ rose wines which are fruit-driven with a touch of sweetness and are massively popular with consumers. But we’ve also gone to great lengths to bring you the best of the rest of California too, varietals like Merlot, Chardonnay, Zinfandel and Pinot Noir offer fantastic value for money and are produced in styles that bear the hallmark of having been ‘Born in the USA’.

Humboldt Coast

These wines take their name from the Humboldt Coast in California, an area of outstanding tranquillity and beauty which has remained unspoilt for many centuries, where we take our inspiration for our wines. The Humboldt Coast range focuses on the light and refreshing Californian style by producing wines that are never too heavy, rich or sweet.

Humboldt Coast – Colombard / Chardonnay
A good balance between fresh Colombard and the ripe, peachy fruit character of Californian Chardonnay. The ripe and fruity character of this wine makes a perfect combination with meaty fish with richer sauces based on tomato or reduced, concentrated stock.

Humboldt Coast – Zinfandel Rose
A great, light, fresh rose from the home of this style. Bags of ripe, red fruits and a good touch of sweetness adding balance. Enjoy this wine on a sunny terrace on its own as a lovely refreshment or in combination with a rich leafy green salad with strong oil-mustard vinegar.

Humboldt Coast – Merlot
A fine blend of ripe, plummy fruit and soft, velvety tannins.  Bright and youthful.  This wine makes a nice companion to simply cooked red meats with light sauces and seasonings.

Hidden Falls

These wines take their name from the Hidden Falls Regional Park in California, this park is part of a voluntary programme to conserve open space, help preserve the local farm economy, protect native plants and wildlife, and provide more passive recreation opportunities to the public. A true inspiration for the easy-drinking range of wines.

Hidden Falls – Colombard / Chardonnay
Lively apple flavour with hints of oak and a crisp, racy finish. The ripe and fruity character of this wine goes perfect with meaty fish with richer sauces based on tomato or reduced, concentrated stock.

Hidden Falls – Zinfandel Rose
An aromatic and flavoursome wine, brimful with strawberries and cream flavours and a juicy finish. Enjoy this wine on a sunny terrace on its own as a lovely refreshment or in combination with a rich leafy green salad with strong oil-mustard vinegar.

Hidden Falls – Merlot / Cabernet
Rich, juicy bramble and soft, plummy fruit supported by light tannins. This wine makes a nice companion to simply cooked red meats with light sauces and seasonings.