Contra Costa Northern California Sagrantino Grapes

Sagrantino A deeply colored red wine grape variety grown mainly in the Umbria region of Central Italy. Its often described as Italys most tannic variety, exceeding even Nebbiolo in this respect.

Nose: black cherry, plum, violet

Flavor: black cherries, ripe blackberry, spicy and earthy

Note: These notes are based upon a general assessment of this variety and your results may vary.

Wine from Fresh Grapes

All California grape varietals arrive in 36lb crates and you will need 2 crates to make about 5 gallons of wine. Your yield may vary based on the juice extraction process employed. First time making wine from fresh grapes? Stop by our store or give us a call and we can help explain the process. Its easy, fun, and a great occasion to get the whole family involved.

About ordering Fresh Grapes

Our fresh grapes and juices will be harvested at their peak and shipped to Beer & Wine Hobby for puck-up around September or October based on the California weather. These grapes are well-sulfited for their journey from California to your wine cellar. Check our Harvest Updates page for current information. Customers will be notified by phone ahead of their grape`s arrival.

Only the highest quality grapes

We think that if it`s worth doing it`s worth doing right. We get our grapes from some of the best regions and from vineyards that produce grapes that highlight the true character of the terroir. The grapes are packed and well-sulfited for the journey from California to your wine cellar.