LPV Wines

Albariño is a crisp, aromatic white wine originating from the coastal, cool-climate region of Rías Baixas in Galicia, Spain, and northern Portugal (where it is called Alvarinho). Known for its high acidity, bright citrus flavors (lemon, grapefruit), stone fruit (peach, apricot), and distinct, refreshing salinity, it is an ideal pairing for seafood.

Barbera is a popular Italian red wine grape originating from Piedmont, known for its deep color, high acidity, and low tannins. It produces medium-bodied wines with vibrant flavors of cherry, plum, blackberry, and subtle spice, often described as a versatile, "everyday" wine. It is widely planted in Italy and thrives in warmer climates like California’s Sierra Foothills.

Cabernet Franc is an ancient, light-to-medium-bodied red wine grape originating from France, known for its savory, herbaceous, and peppery notes. As a parent to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it is a key blending grape in Bordeaux but shines as a varietal wine, particularly in the Loire Valley.

Cabernet Sauvignon is the world's most popular full-bodied red wine grape, originating from a 17th-century cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in Bordeaux, France. It is renowned for its high tannin content, deep color, and, typically, blackcurrant, blackberry, and cedar flavors, with strong aging potential.

Casimira (Peacemaker) is a sweet dessert wine. The name Casimira comes from Robert Livermore’s youngest daughter.

Chardonnay is the world’s most popular white wine, celebrated for its versatility, ranging from crisp, unoaked styles (green apple, lemon) to rich, buttery, oak-aged versions (vanilla, tropical fruit). Originating in Burgundy, France, it adapts to various climates, making it a staple in warm regions like California and in sparkling wines like Champagne.

Coccineous, meaning scarlet, is a blend of Spanish wines

Garnacha (or Grenache) is a, warm-climate, red wine grape originating from Spain, renowned for producing fruity, full-bodied wines with high alcohol, low tannins, and flavors of strawberry, raspberry, and white pepper. It is one of the world's most widely planted varieties, commonly blended in GSM (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre) wines and as a varietal in regions like Priorat.

Graciano is a premium, black-skinned Spanish wine grape variety, primarily grown in Rioja and Navarra, known for producing deeply colored, aromatic, and highly acidic wines with strong tannins. Often used to enhance Rioja blends, it is valued for its longevity and notes of black fruit, chocolate, and violet. It is a low-yielding, late-ripening vine that thrives in warm, arid climates, though it is vulnerable to disease.

LVVC (Livermore Valley Vintners Collective) is about collaboration, about different personalities coming together to create a unified, yet individual expression of Livermore (wine).
By establishing guidelines, we can exhibit our own individual styles, while working together to craft a wine that reflects the zeitgeist of the Livermore Valley wine industry.

Malbec is a full-bodied red wine renowned for its deep, opaque purple color, velvety texture, and rich dark fruit flavors like plum, blackberry, and cocoa. Primarily grown in Argentina, it is known for medium-low acidity, moderate tannins, and a smooth, plush finish, making it a popular, accessible choice.

Meritage (pronounced like "heritage", not "meri-TAZH") is a term used to describe high-quality, Bordeaux-style blended wines produced primarily in the United States. It is a portmanteau of the words merit and heritage.
The Blend: Must be a blend of two or more of the "noble" Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, St. Macaire, Gros Verdot, or Carmenère.
The Ratio: No single variety can make up more than 90% of the blend.

Merlot is a popular, dry red wine known for its soft, velvety texture, medium-to-full body, and approachable, fruit-forward profile. Featuring prominent flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate, it is often less tannic than Cabernet Sauvignon. It thrives in varied climates, ranging from herbaceous, cool-climate styles to jammy, oak-aged, warm-climate bottles.

Monastrell (also known as Mourvèdre in France or Mataro in Australia/California) is a heat-loving, thick-skinned red grape primarily grown in southeastern Spain (Jumilla, Yecla). It produces dark, bold, full-bodied, and tannic wines with intense black fruit, chocolate, tobacco, and rustic earth flavors.

Petit Verdot is a dark, thick-skinned, late-ripening red grape, historically used in small percentages in Bordeaux blends to add tannin, color, and structure. It is now frequently produced as a robust, full-bodied varietal wine, especially in California, Australia, and Virginia, offering intense flavors of violet, blackberry, black cherry, and sage.

Petite Sirah is a bold, deeply colored, and highly tannic red wine made from the French Durif grape (a cross of Syrah and Peloursin). Primarily grown in California, it is known for intense flavors of blackberry, blueberry, black pepper, and chocolate. These full-bodied wines are ideal for aging and pair perfectly with grilled, savory meats.

Our Rose exhibits delightful aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and spice.

Roussanne is a premium, aromatic white grape primarily from France's Rhône Valley, known for producing complex, age-worthy wines with notes of honey, apricot, tea, and chamomile. It is notoriously difficult to cultivate due to its susceptibility to rot and erratic yields. Roussanne offers a rich, often oily texture and is frequently blended with Marsanne or used in white Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Sangiovese is Italy’s most widely planted red grape, originating in Tuscany and famously forming the basis of Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. It is a dry, medium-bodied wine with high acidity, moderate-to-high tannins, and characteristic flavors of sour cherry, roasted tomato, earthy tea leaves, and dried herbs.

Sparklings are the only thing that is not estate grown. We source it from lodi

Syrah (also known as Shiraz) is a globally renowned, dark-skinned grape variety originating from France’s Northern Rhône Valley, recognized for producing bold, full-bodied red wines with high tannins, high acidity, and intense flavors of black pepper, blackberry, and cured meat. It is one of the world's most-planted grapes, with notable styles ranging from the elegant, savory wines of France to the rich, jammy, fruit-forward wines of Australia and California.

Tempranillo is a premier Spanish black grape variety known for producing medium-to-full-bodied red wines with moderate tannins and, often, a rustic, savory character. Renowned for its early ripening ("temprano" means early), it typically offers flavors of red cherry, plum, blackberry, and dill, often aged in American oak to add notes of vanilla, tobacco, and leather.

Verdelho is a versatile, high-acid white grape variety originating from Portugal, famously known as one of the four main grapes in Madeira wine (specifically the medium-dry style). It produces fresh, aromatic table wines with tropical, citrus, and mineral notes. It is also widely grown in Australia for crisp, early-drinking whites.

Stranger Vines is not just another wine club;
it's a vibrant community crafted club for wine enthusiasts seeking interactive social experiences.
All blends to keep the cost down without losing the quality.

Finally, a wine that keeps up with your lifestyle without slowing you down. Lean is a masterclass in balance, offering all the sophisticated aromatics and crisp structure of a premium vintage, but with a significantly lower ABV.
Whether it’s a mid-week dinner or a long afternoon in the sun, Lean proves that "less" is often much, much more.