Buena Vista Winery, founded in 1857, has a rich and unrivaled heritage as the first premium and certainly the most colorful of all of the wineries in California. Its founder, Agoston Haraszthy, the self-proclaimed Count of Buena Vista, was a vivacious and eccentric pioneer with a veritable love and unending commitment to California wine. Nearly 164 years later, and after facing many challenges, Buena Vista Winery has not only endured but, is thriving. 1857 Red Wine honors this storied history and is a reflection of the quality, dedication and revitalization of the winery since joining Boisset Collection in 2011.
This 2019 1857 Red Wine envelops you upon entry with a powerful, vibrant nose of cassis, anise, and hints of floral. Layered flavors of ripe plum, dark cherry, and blackberry are emphasized by notes of chocolate and toasted almond. This is a full-bodied, seductive, and elegant wine with softly integrated tannins and a rich, powerful mouthfeel. A touch of cardamom completes a luxurious, long finish.