50/50
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shanks, wild mushroom polenta
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' '50/50' is a masterful estate-grown red blend that marries two powerhouse varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Sourced from the family's sustainably farmed estate vineyards in the warmer southern reaches of Monterey County, particularly the Hames Valley and San Lucas AVAs, this wine benefits from the dramatic diurnal temperature swings of the region. The intense daytime heat develops rich, concentrated fruit flavors, while the chilly night winds sweeping down from Monterey Bay preserve natural acidity and structural balance. The concept of blending Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah has deep historical roots, famously echoing the 'Hermitagé' blends of 19th-century Bordeaux, where robust Rhône Syrah was added to Bordeaux Cabernet to lend body and color. Scheid's modern California interpretation celebrates this classic synergy, combining the structured, dark-fruit profile of Cabernet with the plush, spicy, and savory characteristics of Syrah, aged in a selection of oak barrels to integrate its bold tannins.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Syrah 50%
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
14.5%