The Casa Barranca Certified Organic Winery is a central feature of the National Historic Landmark Casa Barranca Estate, designed in 1909 by Greene & Greene. Located in picturesque Ojai, California, Casa Barranca is the first certified organic winery in the Santa Barbara region. At Casa Barranca, we are dedicated to making the finest wines. Some of the most coveted French wines are made from organic and biodynamic grapes. Why? Because organic farming provides a true expression of the terrior. Our boutique wines are handcrafted in our century old underground stone winery where we use gravity to rack our wines. We are committed to employing winemaking practices without the use of toxic solvents and cleaners. Our winery is powered by solar electricity and we grow and purchase grapes that are farmed without the use of any pesticides or herbicides. This is in keeping with the most time honored traditions of old world winemaking.
2006 Bungalow Red
Deep ruby purple color with ripe raspberries, spice and blueberries on the nose. This classic southern Rhone style blend offers great balance and layers of flavor. On the palate, the berries and spice combine into a delicious melange of flavors with hints of plum and black pepper that last well into the finish. Delicious now on its own, it is also a great foil for barbecued meats and fowl, hard cheeses and hearty vegetarian fare. It can reward patience by continuing to develop over the next few years if you can stop yourself before then.
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2006 Grenache
Our first Grenache is light ruby with brick overtones in color and has strawberries, rhubarb and hints of leather in the nose. Ripe forward fruit with mulberry, caradmom, tea leaves and bits of leather on the first sip, it's medium body is belied by the depth and melange of flavors that make it seem richer than it is. The flavors meld into a long finish with strawberry and Dutch cocoa lingering on the palate balanced by soft tannins and grapey acids. Grenache is a fun, delicious and very versatile varietal as shown by this wine. It's wonderful on it's own, it pairs very well with hard cheeses, earthy stews, grilled foods including salmon and tuna, fowl, red meats, vegetables and tofu and it's a great foil for lighter red sauce on pasta. Enjoy it while it lasts.
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2007 Pinot Noir - Santa Rita Hills
All great Pinot Noir is vineyard driven, and La Encantada is a great vineyard. This wine exemplifies the true essence of Sta Rita Hills; it’s racy and supple, yet elegant with a silky texture. Very seductive both on the nose and the palette, a new note or flavor is seemingly revealed with each sip. The forward bright raspberry and cherry fruit meld into a lengthy, multi-layered finish that pairs well with a wide variety of food.
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2007 Pinot Noir - Arroyo Grande
Laetitia Vineyard in Arroyo Grande has been farming organically with no pesticides or herbicides for many years and will be certified organic next vintage. Aromas of ripe black cherry and raspberry fruit dominate the nose. On the palate, the concentrated raspberry and cherry fruit are mouth filling with great depth of flavor extending into a long finish with hints of vanilla and toasty oak. Very much in the Burgundian mode, this dark garnet colored Pinot can be paired with almost any dish, from grilled vegetables, grilled salmon or seared ahi to pasta and a wide array of cheese. This cuvee' is a blend of clones 667 and 115 which contribute greatly to it's complexity.
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2007 Arts & Crafts Red
On the nose this blend has a profusion of violets and cassis with hints of cedar and leather adding to it. Bright and elegant on the palate, there is a succession of currants and raspberry fruit accented with toasty cedar overtones. Well integrated and balanced the flavors last well into the very long finish, supported by round tannins. This wine is very enjoyable now but also will show rewards from aging. A great pairing with heartier foods, grilled entrees, aged and ripe cheeses.
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2007 Cabernet Franc
A great expression of Cabernet Franc sourced from a fabulous organic and biodynamic vineyard in Santa Ynez, where long days and cool nights produce great depth of flavor and even ripening. The wine displays notes of cassis, dark chocolate and cedar that flow into a long and expressive finish. Bright fruit and round tannins allow for great diversity in food parings
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2006 Syrah
Rich and profound nose of wild strawberries and red currant. A vivid wine manifesting eminent purity, the palate offers a singular profusion of sweet licorice. A versatile, all around red that is as great a duet with cheeses and tomato based pasta sauces as it is grilled or roasted beef or lamb.
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2006 Carbernet
On the nose this Bordeaux inspired blend has a profusion of violets and cassis with hints of cedar and leather adding to it. Bright and elegant on the palate, there is a succession of currants and raspberry fruit accented with toasty cedar overtones. Well integrated and balanced the flavors last well into the very long finish, supported by round tannins. This wine is very enjoyable now but also will show rewards from aging. A great pairing with heartier foods, grilled entrees, aged and ripe cheeses. .
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2007 Viognier
This elegant white wine has wonderful aromatics of honeysuckle, roses, pineapple and guava with a lovely golden-green hue. Delicate yet rich, it has forward citrus fruit and tropical fruit flavors that merge into a creamy mid palate. The long finish is highlighted with freshness and structure. This versatile wine can accompany everything from steamed fish to spicy, exotic Asian and Indian dishes, as well as delicate custards and pastries.
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2007 Pink Moment Rosé
Our Rosé is a classic Rhone style blend of 2/3 Grenache and 1/3 Mourvedre and has an expressive nose of strawberries, rose petals, and rhubarb. On the palate, a mélange of dried strawberries, kiwi fruit, dark cherries all come together to produce a delicious crisp and refreshing rosé. Good pairings are fruit and mild cheese plate, light appetizers, seafood and lighter chicken dishes. It’s terrific by itself on a nice warm day or evening.
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