Our Wines

Our wines feature vineyards of the Highway 12 corridor through the Sonoma Valley and Carneros District. These appellations comprise our “neighborhood” and carry a special meaning for us. This is our home. Our grower-partners are all friends who share our pride in this region and still consider a handshake more binding than a contract.

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Specials

Mission Hardware

2007 Old Sonoma Red, Mission Hardware

An Everyday Wine at an Everyday Price Direct from Highway 12 Winery…$7.25 per bottle! Available at this price for a limited time.

Every wine enthusiast needs an ‘everyday’ wine in their collection. Perfect for that outdoor grilling affair with friends or with that quick ‘mid-week’ dinner, ‘Old Sonoma Red’ is a blend of good ole’ fashioned Sonoma Merlot and Zinfandel. Barrel aged for 17 months and produced in a medium bodied fashion, the winemaking goal was a wine that reflected the flavor and feel of Old Sonoma named for our Historic Tasting Room’s original occupant in 1890.

Enjoy with hearty winter fare such as Pasta Bolognese, Pizza or Chili!

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White Wines

Highway 12

2009 Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Valley - NOW RELEASED

Winemaker Michael Sebastiani has followed up his 2008 Gold Medal release with an equally fresh, crisp and memorable expression of this incredible growing region. On the palate, flavors of green apple, melon, Meyer lemon and tropical fruit are expressed in a bright, clean setting. Quoting Wine Enthusiast Magazine on the previous vintage, “ A beautiful and serious wine, among the best of its type.”

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Carneros Highway

2008 Chardonnay, Nueva

Gold Medal 2010 SF Chronicle Wine Competition, 87 points Wine Enthusiast May Buying Guide

Our Carneros Highway Chardonnay “Nueva” displays the character and style of modern Chardonnay wines. Malolactic fermentation and barrel aging sur lees in new oak lend to a rich, smooth, full-bodied wine.

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Medium Bodied Red Wines

Carneros Highway

2007 Merlot, Carneros

NEW RELEASE

Kind of a rarity for Carneros, this Merlot was one of our “delightful surprises” from our 2007 vintage – not often will one find such a classic Bordeaux wine from our cooler region. Our Carneros Merlot aged beautifully for 16 months in the cellar and has terrific berry complexity (cranberry, raspberry, blackberry), finishing with its unique subtle hint of mint.

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Highway 12

2007 Merlot, Sonoma Valley

NEW RELEASE

We claim title – with confidence – to “one of the heartiest Merlots you’re likely to find.” Every bit a Merlot with its ripe plum, blackberry and vanilla softness, and terroir-inflused character. A wonderful aperitif, a great complement to a wide variety of dishes and one of our new favorites here at the winery.

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La Piazza

2007 Sangiovese-Primitivo-Zinfandel, La Piazza

NEW RELEASE

Highway 12 Winemaker, Michael Sebastiani, has a storied history in the production of California grown Italian varietals. This premiere release is a Sonoma Valley blend of Sangiovese (55%), Primitivo (27%) and Zinfandel (18%). Bright cherry notes from the Sangiovese are supported by the deep berry lushness typical of Primitivo and Zinfandel. We toast the Italian spirit of Sonoma and our downtown ‘Piazza’ with this elegant release. 250 cases produced.

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Full Bodied Red Wines

Highway 12

2007 Syrah, Sonoma Valley

The follow-up to our 2006 Estate Syrah, from the same vineyard block and possessing the same intense fruit profile over a lush, earthy, velvet texture. Aromas of savory cherry and bittersweet chocolate are complimented by flavors of dark fruit, blackberry jam, smoke and subtle spice.

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Highway 12

2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County

The new 2007 release is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. An intense dark color leads the way to wonderful ripe Cabernet aromos of dark berries and soft French oak nuances. The silky entry provides for a polished varietal presence supported by aggressive tannins that will soften with age. A wine for people seeking ‘big bold reds.’

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Highway 12

2008 Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma Valley

Now Released!

A Highway 12 Winery flagship. Equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot from a favorite ‘Highway 12’ vineyard. Each varietal brings its characteristic flair from intense Cabernet (34%) richness, silky elegance from the Cab Franc (33%) and lush, earthy tones from the Merlot (33%). The 2008 release is brimming with intense berry-like richness and a soft, full finish.

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Limited Release Wines

XII

2007 XII Chardonnay, Reserve

A very special release for us, our XII Reserve Chardonnay is lush, well balanced and offered Michael an opportunity to create a “pinnacle” Chardonnay. Impeccable Sangiacomo fruit leads with aromas of peach, citrus and pear and oak. On the palate the wine clearly defines itself as ripe pear, apple and hints of tropical fruit. The wine enjoyed extended barrel aging in new French Oak and six months in the bottle prior to release. Full malolactic fermentation provides a soft, lingering finish balanced perfectly with the oak.

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Blend Reserve

2005 Highway 12 Blend, Reserve

A true Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc (35%), Merlot (24%), Cabernet Sauvignon (17%), Petite Verdot (12%), and Malbec (12%). Aromas of dark fruit and milled oak. On the palate, flavors of black cherry, cranberry and chocolate contrast nicely against a smokey, mineral backdrop. An elegant wine featuring a medium to full bodied profile ready for cellaring or immediate enjoyment. 175 cases produced.

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XII

2006 XII Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve

The XII Cab is deep ruby in the glass with aromas of cassis, red cherry and vanilla framed softly in oak. On the palate dark berries, black cherry, ripe plum and earthy notes prevail indicative of the rich, mid-valley-floor origin of the Serres Ranch fruit. A full thirty months in French Oak provided ample time for character development. An additional 12 months in the bottle has softened and rounded the flavors, a process that will continue for another two to four years.

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Highwayman

2006 Highwayman, Sonoma Valley Red Blend

LIMITED RELEASE

As our icon wine, Highwayman is that particular wine where we let our winemaking guards down and allow the wine itself to present its flavor and story. With a very limited production of only 4 barrels (99 cases), these barrels our found within our best batches. We show equal representation of our premier vineyard blocks and taste each individual barrel – this creates an equal blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Highwayman represents the wine making pinnacle of our Highway 12 corridor.

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Dessert Wines

La Piazza

2008 Late Harvest Aleatico, La Piazza

NEW RELEASE

The red-Aleatico grape is a cousin of the white Muscat varieties, and as such, retains the floral, rosey, and honey-like Muscat aromas and flavors. It vinifies into a soft, fragrant dessert or aperitif wine. The wine retains a 5% residual sugar and 16% alcohol with no blending or fortification – it’s 100% Aleatico with an arrested fermentation.

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