ABOUT OUR WINES
we are THE SCOTTO FAMILY AND THESE ARE OUR WINES
Scotto Family Cellars is located in Lodi, the heart of California’s wine country. Long known for Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi is now widely recognized as an appellation that produces other premium wines as well. These award winning Lodi varietals are currently available from our family operated winery:
NV Brut • NV Brut Rosé • 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon • 2021 Chardonnay • 2018 Malbec • 2017 Old Vine Zinfandel • 2022 Dry Sangiovese Rosé • • 2022 Sauvignon Blanc • 2022 Torrontés • 2019 Zinfandel and more!
BRUT
92 Points, Best Buy Wine Enthusiast (Nov 2020 Issue)
Gold Medal, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Grape Source: Mendocino Area of California
Varietal Composition: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
Tasting Info: Lifted, fruitful aromas of pear and ripe tropical fruit are followed by tinges of vanilla and brown spices. Flavor highlights include ripe orange and crisp apples preceding a finish including lively, refreshing acidity that balances the ripe fruit.
BRUT ROSE
91 Points, Best Buy Wine Enthusiast (Nov 2020 Issue)
Double Gold Medal, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Grape Source: Mendocino Area of California
Varietal Composition: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Gris
Tasting Info: Displays an alluringly rosy color and fine, long lasting bubbles. The red fruit and citrus blossom aromas are followed by graceful cranberry and strawberry flavors, tangy acidity and an elegant, extended finish.
2020 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Stainless steel fermentation followed by 18 months in 3rd year French and neutral American oak barrels. Balanced layers of dark fruit and cassis with a hint of oak spice; full bodied with soft tannins.
2021 CHARDONNAY
Extended fermentation at 55-60°, 60% stainless steel and 40% neutral French and American oak barrels. Delicate citrus and red grapefruit flavors. A touch of acidity extends the finish.
2022 DRY SANGIOVESE ROSE (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
Cherry blossoms, pomegranate, and citrus in the nose. Broad on the palate, yet bright with flavor notes of watermelon, Maraschino cherries, and a hint of lemon that flow through the mouth.
2018 MALBEC
A combination of Malbec from 22 year old vineyards in the Borden Ranch AVA and the Clements Hill AVA in the warm terrain at the base of the Sierra Foothills. Plush flavors of plum, blackberries and raspberries.
2020 CALIFORNIA PINOT NOIR
Stainless steel fermentation, 9 day punch down, 90% barrel aged in French and American oak. Balanced layers of dark fruit and vanilla flavors with spice accents wrapped in smooth tannins.
2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
An interesting combination of grapefruit and pineapple aromatics that carry onto a palate accented with sweet herbs, melon, and a hint of lime for a crisp, dry release. Well balanced, broad with structure and a long finish.
2017 OLD VINE ZINFANDEL
Stainless steel fermentation followed by 24 months in 2nd and 3rd year French oak barrels. Layers of blackberry, dark cherry and spice flavors with a hint of oak and soft tannins for a lingering finish.
2022 TORRONTES WHITE WINE (Silvaspoons Vineyard, Alta Mesa, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
Floral and fruit aromatics include lychee and almond blossoms that lead to intriguing and exotic dry flavors of raw honey, green melon and apricot accented by a stony minerality.
2019 RESERVE ZINFANDEL (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules) Round and full, even a bit supple on the palate with nice structure. Pomegranate, cherry, red berries, a hint of chocolate and rich earthy notes nicely centered in a balanced package with a long finish.
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS, ENJOY!!
NV Brut • NV Brut Rosé • 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon • 2021 Chardonnay • 2018 Malbec • 2017 Old Vine Zinfandel • 2022 Dry Sangiovese Rosé • • 2022 Sauvignon Blanc • 2022 Torrontés • 2019 Zinfandel and more!
BRUT
92 Points, Best Buy Wine Enthusiast (Nov 2020 Issue)
Gold Medal, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Grape Source: Mendocino Area of California
Varietal Composition: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
Tasting Info: Lifted, fruitful aromas of pear and ripe tropical fruit are followed by tinges of vanilla and brown spices. Flavor highlights include ripe orange and crisp apples preceding a finish including lively, refreshing acidity that balances the ripe fruit.
BRUT ROSE
91 Points, Best Buy Wine Enthusiast (Nov 2020 Issue)
Double Gold Medal, 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Grape Source: Mendocino Area of California
Varietal Composition: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Gris
Tasting Info: Displays an alluringly rosy color and fine, long lasting bubbles. The red fruit and citrus blossom aromas are followed by graceful cranberry and strawberry flavors, tangy acidity and an elegant, extended finish.
2020 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Stainless steel fermentation followed by 18 months in 3rd year French and neutral American oak barrels. Balanced layers of dark fruit and cassis with a hint of oak spice; full bodied with soft tannins.
2021 CHARDONNAY
Extended fermentation at 55-60°, 60% stainless steel and 40% neutral French and American oak barrels. Delicate citrus and red grapefruit flavors. A touch of acidity extends the finish.
2022 DRY SANGIOVESE ROSE (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
Cherry blossoms, pomegranate, and citrus in the nose. Broad on the palate, yet bright with flavor notes of watermelon, Maraschino cherries, and a hint of lemon that flow through the mouth.
2018 MALBEC
A combination of Malbec from 22 year old vineyards in the Borden Ranch AVA and the Clements Hill AVA in the warm terrain at the base of the Sierra Foothills. Plush flavors of plum, blackberries and raspberries.
2020 CALIFORNIA PINOT NOIR
Stainless steel fermentation, 9 day punch down, 90% barrel aged in French and American oak. Balanced layers of dark fruit and vanilla flavors with spice accents wrapped in smooth tannins.
2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
An interesting combination of grapefruit and pineapple aromatics that carry onto a palate accented with sweet herbs, melon, and a hint of lime for a crisp, dry release. Well balanced, broad with structure and a long finish.
2017 OLD VINE ZINFANDEL
Stainless steel fermentation followed by 24 months in 2nd and 3rd year French oak barrels. Layers of blackberry, dark cherry and spice flavors with a hint of oak and soft tannins for a lingering finish.
2022 TORRONTES WHITE WINE (Silvaspoons Vineyard, Alta Mesa, Lodi / Lodi Rules)
Floral and fruit aromatics include lychee and almond blossoms that lead to intriguing and exotic dry flavors of raw honey, green melon and apricot accented by a stony minerality.
2019 RESERVE ZINFANDEL (Mohr-Fry Ranch, Lodi / Lodi Rules) Round and full, even a bit supple on the palate with nice structure. Pomegranate, cherry, red berries, a hint of chocolate and rich earthy notes nicely centered in a balanced package with a long finish.
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS, ENJOY!!