At the core of the Gallo family's history in winemaking is a very definite philosophy on how wine should be made. Today this philosophy is being carried forward by third-generation Gallo family members. This approach to winemaking mandates that the Gallo family is personally involved with the vine and its grapes throughout the growing season to maximize the quality and character of the fruit they use. Only with this care and attention to the vine and its fruit does the Gallo family believe that they can make the best wine possible. The family devotes an unparalleled amount of passion and commitment to this task.
It all begins in Sonoma County, where cool ocean breezes, lingering coastal fog, and the warm sun nurture the grapes. It culminates with patient barrel-by-barrel tasting during fermentation and aging, to ensure that the potential tasted on the vine is captured in the bottle. As Gina Gallo says "Sonoma County is the heart of Gallo Family Vineyards geographically and emotionally. Our Sonoma Reserve wines hold a special pride of place."
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Robert Parker 88 Points
