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2018

Omega Road Winery

Cabernet Sauvignon

Sourced from the Ziganti Vineyard and aged in neutral oak, this is a savory, plum-driven expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose offers dried herbs alongside juicy red and black currants, while the palate delivers lifted notes of red plum and loganberry. A toasty, well-integrated finish rounds out this vibrant and approachable wine. -JR

2020

Omega Road Winery

Rumored Red Blend

With 10% of proceeds from each bottle benefiting the Celebration Nation Organization in support of farmworkers and their families, this red blend carries purpose along with personality. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Carignan, 3% Tempranillo, 3% Zinfandel, and 3% Semillon, it offers intriguing spice notes alongside jaunty plum fruit aromas. The palate evolves from tangy to chewy to silky, delivering friendly red fruit flavors with excellent lift and impressive length. -JR

2021

Omega Road Winery

Cabernet Franc

Harvested from the Cresta Blanca and Ghielmetti vineyards, this wine was aged for 34 months in twice-used American and French oak. Alluring aromatics lead with red and black currant, sage, dried spearmint, and new wood cedar. Medium-bodied on entry, with saline minerality framing a juicy, savory black-fruited core. Firm tannins and a touch of olive tapenade carry through to the lengthy finish.

2023

Omega Road Winery

Mencía

Licorice, mulberry, and wild blueberry leap from the buoyant nose of this Lodi-sourced Mencía. The red fruit-driven palate is delicious, eager, and effortlessly appealing. Waves of peppery spice roll in with persistent energy—just when you think it’s done, another layer arrives. A vibrant, spice-laced wine with charm and character. -JR

2023

Omega Road Winery

Torrontés

Floral, tropical, and herbaceous—this Torrontés from Lodi hits all the right notes for the variety. Crafted with a deft touch by Omega Road, it offers a vibrant, expressive nose of tropical fruit and blossoms. The palate is bright and citric, with a clean mineral edge that brings precision and lift. Delicious. -JR

2024

Omega Road Winery

Chenin Blanc

Sourced from Lodi’s Silva Spoons Vineyard, this white was fermented with native yeasts, saw a touch of skin contact, and was aged partially (30%) in neutral French oak. The nose opens with inviting notes of honey, citrus, and orange blossom. On the orange-flavored palate, it strikes a beautiful balance between linear acidity and a sultry, rounded texture. -JR

2024

Omega Road Winery

Crackerbox Vineyards Sangiovese Rosé

Sourced from the female-owned Crackerbox Vineyards, this 100% Sangiovese Rosé was aged sur lie for four months prior to bottling and release. It opens with brilliantly bright wild herb aromatics—dried lavender, thyme, and rosemary—accented by hints of prairie grass. The palate is nicely textured, with excellent grip and juicy cranberry and black raspberry fruit. Slightly underripe strawberry adds a crunchy edge, like biting into the white part near the stem. Firm acids give this wine great tension. Enjoy it with tacos.

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Type

Color

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2018

Producer

Name

Sourced from the Ziganti Vineyard and aged in neutral oak, this is a savory, plum-driven expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose offers dried herbs alongside juicy red and black currants, while the palate delivers lifted notes of red plum and loganberry. A toasty, well-integrated finish rounds out this vibrant and approachable wine. -JR

2020

Producer

Name

With 10% of proceeds from each bottle benefiting the Celebration Nation Organization in support of farmworkers and their families, this red blend carries purpose along with personality. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Carignan, 3% Tempranillo, 3% Zinfandel, and 3% Semillon, it offers intriguing spice notes alongside jaunty plum fruit aromas. The palate evolves from tangy to chewy to silky, delivering friendly red fruit flavors with excellent lift and impressive length. -JR

2021

Producer

Name

Harvested from the Cresta Blanca and Ghielmetti vineyards, this wine was aged for 34 months in twice-used American and French oak. Alluring aromatics lead with red and black currant, sage, dried spearmint, and new wood cedar. Medium-bodied on entry, with saline minerality framing a juicy, savory black-fruited core. Firm tannins and a touch of olive tapenade carry through to the lengthy finish.

2023

Producer

Name

Licorice, mulberry, and wild blueberry leap from the buoyant nose of this Lodi-sourced Mencía. The red fruit-driven palate is delicious, eager, and effortlessly appealing. Waves of peppery spice roll in with persistent energy—just when you think it’s done, another layer arrives. A vibrant, spice-laced wine with charm and character. -JR

2023

Producer

Name

Floral, tropical, and herbaceous—this Torrontés from Lodi hits all the right notes for the variety. Crafted with a deft touch by Omega Road, it offers a vibrant, expressive nose of tropical fruit and blossoms. The palate is bright and citric, with a clean mineral edge that brings precision and lift. Delicious. -JR

2024

Producer

Name

Sourced from Lodi’s Silva Spoons Vineyard, this white was fermented with native yeasts, saw a touch of skin contact, and was aged partially (30%) in neutral French oak. The nose opens with inviting notes of honey, citrus, and orange blossom. On the orange-flavored palate, it strikes a beautiful balance between linear acidity and a sultry, rounded texture. -JR

2024

Producer

Name

Sourced from the female-owned Crackerbox Vineyards, this 100% Sangiovese Rosé was aged sur lie for four months prior to bottling and release. It opens with brilliantly bright wild herb aromatics—dried lavender, thyme, and rosemary—accented by hints of prairie grass. The palate is nicely textured, with excellent grip and juicy cranberry and black raspberry fruit. Slightly underripe strawberry adds a crunchy edge, like biting into the white part near the stem. Firm acids give this wine great tension. Enjoy it with tacos.

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Wine

Type

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2018

2018 Omega Road Winery Cabernet Sauvignon

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2020

2020 Omega Road Winery Rumored Red Blend

Still Wine

$

2021

2021 Omega Road Winery Cabernet Franc

Still Wine

$

2023

2023 Omega Road Winery Mencía

Still Wine

$

2023

2023 Omega Road Winery Torrontés

Still Wine

$

2024

2024 Omega Road Winery Chenin Blanc

Still Wine

$

2024

2024 Omega Road Winery Crackerbox Vineyards Sangiovese Rosé

Still Wine

$

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