2021 | Monte Rio Cellars 'Skull' White | California Togliano It uses the younger vines

It uses the younger vines of the estate

The Lessona is easy to drink young but will age for many years if you prefer to cellar

sandalwood and dried lavender

The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm tannin on the entry

2021 | Monte Rio Cellars 'Skull' White | California Togliano It uses the younger vinesAs a restaurant buyer and wine lover Patrick Cappiello was always frustrated by the lack of affordable, honest wines from California. Monte Rio, his project with Cali wine giant Pax Mahle, is looking to address that. This unusual white blend is made from organically farmed grapes, fermented in neutral vessels to give a bright wine with a refreshing amount of acidity and some food friendly texture.