Sangiovese
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic tomato-based pasta dishes, grilled pork chops, aged pecorino cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
While Monterey County is globally renowned for its cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Scheid Vineyards leverages the diverse microclimates of the Salinas Valley to cultivate classic Italian varietals. Grown in the warmer southern reaches of their estate vineyards, where intense daytime sun is tempered by cool afternoon winds, this Sangiovese pays homage to its Tuscan roots—historically known as the 'blood of Jove.' The dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of Monterey allow the grape to develop its signature bright red fruit profile and vibrant acidity, while maintaining a structured, savory backbone. Scheid's sustainable farming practices and wind-powered winery further define this expressive, New World interpretation of an Old World classic.
🍾 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
Sangiovese