Greetings everyone, my name is Weston Eidson and I am the owner and winemaker of Montagu Wines. I am extremely excited to be a part of BerserkerDay this year!
Montagu Wines is a boutique winery dedicated to showcasing wine from some of the finest vineyards in Napa Valley and Sonoma. Each wine is a true expression of the world-class terroir from which it comes. Dedicated to minimal intervention in the winery, Montagu allows each wine to naturally express its authentic and full potential.
I started Montagu in 2012 and, from the very beginning, I’ve continued to focus on extremely limited production. Working with mentors Jason Moore and Russell Bevan, Montagu is committed to producing wines that are richly layered, complex and balanced.
It was important to me that the name of the wine label be symbolic, as such, Montagu Wines is a tribute to my great-grandfather John, the second Lord Montagu of Beaulieu and a British automotive pioneer who was responsible for early automotive legislation. He was also the first person to drive an automobile to Parliament, gave the future Edward VII his first car ride, and whose assistant served as the model for the iconic Rolls-Royce hood ornament known as the Spirit of Ecstasy. His son, and my great-uncle Edward, the third Lord of Montagu, continued his father’s legacy by founding Britain’s National Motor Museum and worked tirelessly to promote the heritage and preservation of British history. He was also a lover of wine and produced his own from a vineyard he planted in Southern England. Both my great-grandfather and great-uncle led innovative and adventurous lives and it is my hope that you discover this spirit and zest for life in each bottle of Montagu Wine.
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Our wines:
2015 Montagu Wines “The Baron” Cabernet Sauvignon-
This is a brooding and prodigal Cabernet Sauvignon that comes exclusively from one of the most historic vineyards in the heart of Rutherford. Inky, purple-colored with notes of cassis, violets, graphite, mocha and a hint of the famous Rutherford dust.
-Barrel fermentations
-26 months French Oak aging (100% new)
-130 cases produced
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2016 Montagu Wines Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir-
From the historic Bacigalupi Vineyard on Westside Road in the heart of the Russian River Valley. Beautiful aromatics jump from the glass while juicy dark red fruit, bing cherry, raspberry, cola and earthy undertones of pine straw and spice fill out the palate. The silky texture from the polished tannins leads to an expansive mid palate and a lingering bright finish.
-100% French Oak aging, 40% new
-170 cases produced
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2016 Montagu Wines Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay-
From the world class Ritchie Vineyard in the heart of the Russian River Valley, this chardonnay is rich, powerful, and driven by layers of white peach, candied orange peel and lemon curd. Brightness balances the wine and is a hallmark of classic Ritchie Vineyard chardonnay. This wine was fermented in French barrels (100% new) and spent a year in barrel leading to wonderfully balanced oak integration while sur lee aging developed depth and complexity.
-Barrel fermentation
-12 months sur lee aging in barrel
-90 cases produced
We also have a single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from the Las Trancas vineyard.
We are fortunate to be able to use Brasswood’s custom crush facility in St. Helena, so if you are ever out our way, please stop by. We are proud to be a part of some of the largest caves in all of Napa Valley! http://www.montaguwines.com