Quadriga, a “chariot carried by four horses”, is an ancient Italian symbol of triumph. Celebrating our Italian heritage, we created a proprietary blend of Sangiovese, Primitivo, Barbera, and Dolcetto. With aromas of honeysuckle with hints of vanilla our unique combination opens with strawberries and blueberries, followed with spiced chocolate and floral notes.
“Honeysuckle & vanilla…Berries…Spiced chocolate”
Specs
Grapes:
25% Sangiovese, Harvested 10/22, Brix 25.0
40% Primitivo, Harvested 10/12, Brix 26.1
24% Barbera, Harvested 10/21, Brix 26.1
8% Dolcetto, Harvested 9/25, Brix 20.8
3% Syrah, Harvested 10/4, Brix 24.2
Harvest: Hand-picked on September 21st. Harvest Brix 27.0
Production: Morning loads only, de-stemmed remaining as 50% whole berries. Cold-soaked all lots for 48 hours prior to fermentation. In temperature-controlled tanks, pumped over 4-2 times a day. Individual lots remained on the skins for an average of 18 days. 18 months in 90% French oak, 10% American oak, and 30% new oak.
The nose of this wine is dominated by dark fruit and strawberry, with hints of star spice. As you swirl the glass, notes of clove and cinnamon emerge, adding depth and complexity. On the palate, you’ll taste a bold combination of tobacco and dark fruit, with spice and strawberry notes throughout. The finish is long and satisfying, with a lingering cinnamon stick flavor that reminds you of the rich mouthfeel you experienced throughout the wine.
Specs
Grapes: 73% Sangiovese & 27% Cabernet Sauvignon
Harvest: Hand-picked, October 2017, Degree Brix at harvest 24.8
Production: Morning loads only, de-stemmed remaining as 75% whole berries. Cold-soaked all lots for 72 hours. 14 to 20 days on the skins. Pumped over caps 4-2 times a day. 18 months in mixed oak. 35% new oak.
Sitting on top of our picturesque, hillside Contento vineyard, this single vineyard Primitivo is a beautiful expression of an old-world varietal flourishing in the new world. The Primitivo leads off with cinnamon and brown sugar followed by red fruit and raspberries with spiced vanilla. The bright red fruit continues with nicely balanced acid and mouth feel in the middle. Finally, the vanilla and cinnamon return with a rich berry compote in the finish.
“Cinnamon & brown sugar…raspberries spiced vanilla…berry compote”
Specs
Grapes: 100% Primitivo
Harvest: Hand-picked two lots on September 30th, Degree Brix at harvest 26.5
Production: Morning loads, de-stemmed with 50% remaining as whole berries. Cold soak for 72 hours prior to fermentation. In temperature-controlled tanks, pumped over 4-2 times a day. Individual lots remained on the skins for an average of 18 days. Pressed to tank, ML inoculated, settled for 24-72 hours, racked to French oak barrels, in 30% new oak.
Brutocao Family Vineyards is a tale of two families who combined their passion and expertise to establish one of Mendocino County’s most notable wineries. In 1910, the Brutocao family brought with them a love for wine when they emigrated from Treviso, Italy (a small town near Venice). Len Brutocao met Martha Bliss while attending the University of California, Berkeley. Martha’s father, Irv, had been farming in Mendocino since 1943. After Len and Martha married, the families joined forces and continued to sell their grapes to well-known Sonoma and Napa wineries for many years before starting to make their own wine in 1980. They selected the Lion of St. Mark as their symbol of family tradition and quality. The heart of that quality is in their land: over 400 acres of vineyards in Hopland and 12.5 acres of Pinot Noir in Anderson Valley.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
Brutocao Mixed Reds - $60 = 27.26%
This past Tuesday after performing a good deed (driving an hour to pick up a portable air conditioner for a needy neighbor), upon returning home an email from Alice indicated that I had been rewarded with a coming Labrat shipment. The UPS shipping information suggested that I would be receiving a Brutocao Cellars Uber Tuscan which arrived on Wednesday, giving a few days for the wine to rest before the offering. My wife is out of town (helping with the soon arrival of grandchild #8) so I was on my own for the rattage duties.
Note: the bottle indicates 14.5% alcohol vs. the 13.9% shown in the specs above (label also says 300 cases produced).
Since the wine seemed to invite Italian pairing, I did the best I could with a low-carb Fat Head pizza that we had recently made (ours included Italian sausage, pepperoni, onions, and black olives). Once poured into the glass, the wine was a very transparent medium red (reminded me of a somewhat darker pinot noir) typical of the sangiovese component. Upon swirling it formed long legs on the glass. I didn’t pick up a lot on the nose (but I think my sense of smell is a bit muted for now). On tasting I got medium cherries and some darker fruit (maybe blackberries), and spiciness. Everything was in balance, with decent acidity. The wine and pizza complemented each other quite nicely. I didn’t notice much change in the flavor of the wine through the evening.
I corked the bottle and stored it in the fridge. On the second day (Sunday) the wine seemed very similar to day one. I made some beef fajitas (using cheddar cheese wraps) and the wine went very nicely with the meal. I also tried it with a few other things on hand. With a sharp white cheddar, the flavor of the wine smoothed out nicely. I tried it after some smoked salmon and it totally shut down the wine. Nuts (almonds and pecans) didn’t go very well. After some (keto) chocolate the wine was quite sharp (negatively) in flavor. Overall, this is definitely a wine that is best with (appropriate) food.
Since I was ratting solo, I still have a glass left in the bottle for today, so I will update if there are any significant changes. Thanks to Alice and WineDavid for the opportunity to try this.
That Enthusiast review on Quadriga:
91 Points. This well-balanced, full-bodied blend of Italian varietals offers warm spices and red fruits on light tannins for an especially appetizing expression. Plum, cherry and balsam flavors are lively and complex. It’s made of Primitivo, Sangiovese, Barbera and Dolcetto, aged in 34% new (a mix of French and American) oak barrels. JG 9/1/22
I was vacillating (as usual) over this but I’ve loved every Brutocao wine I’ve had so what the hell? Getting close to done on a kitchen renovation and gotta stock the new wine fridge with something.
This wine is very fitting as my wife and I got married in Hopland CA, ten years ago this August. We also bought a case of the 2017 Brutocao Cab, which we very much enjoyed. We opened one of those also for the occasion.
2019 Brutocao Primitivo Contento Vineyard
Appearance:
In the glass, the wine had a deep, ruby red, almost garnet color.
Aroma:
Ripe blackberries, raspberries, and plum. I would say this is pretty fruit-forward but not overly jammy as some zins can get. Some alcohol on the nose when we first popped the bottle but blew off pretty quickly.
Palate:
Still getting black fruit, black cherries, and juicy plums take center stage, The wine’s medium-to-full body has a velvety texture while well-integrated medium tannins. Mid-palate, had light sweetness and acidity. Good long finish with lingering dark fruit.
Conclusion:
Overall we really enjoyed the wine and for $13 it is a steal and would say it would be a good deal at $20. In for a case!
This mix and description had me intrigued- was hoping for more rats/input, but based on the above we’re in for our 3rd case in the last week- yikes!
/giphy muddled-delicious-pastry
2019 Brutocao Quadriga, Hopland Ranches, Mendocino
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
Specs
2017 Brutocao Uber Tuscan, Hopland Ranches, Mendocino
Specs
2019 Brutocao Primitivo, Contento Vineyard, Mendocino
Tasting Notes
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
$384.00/Case for 4x 2019 Brutocao Quadriga, Hopland Ranches, Mendocino + 4x 2017 Brutocao Uber Tuscan, Hipland Ranches, Mendocino + 4x 2019 Brutocao Primitivo, Contento Vineyard, Mendocino at Brutocao Cellars
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Jun 5 - Tuesday, Jun 6
Brutocao Mixed Reds
3 bottles for $54.99 $18.33/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $159.99 $13.33/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2019 Brutocao Quadriga
2017 Brutocao Uber Tuscan
2019 Brutocao Primitivo
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
Brutocao Mixed Reds - $60 = 27.26%
2017 Brutocao Uber Tuscan
This past Tuesday after performing a good deed (driving an hour to pick up a portable air conditioner for a needy neighbor), upon returning home an email from Alice indicated that I had been rewarded with a coming Labrat shipment. The UPS shipping information suggested that I would be receiving a Brutocao Cellars Uber Tuscan which arrived on Wednesday, giving a few days for the wine to rest before the offering. My wife is out of town (helping with the soon arrival of grandchild #8) so I was on my own for the rattage duties.
Note: the bottle indicates 14.5% alcohol vs. the 13.9% shown in the specs above (label also says 300 cases produced).
Since the wine seemed to invite Italian pairing, I did the best I could with a low-carb Fat Head pizza that we had recently made (ours included Italian sausage, pepperoni, onions, and black olives). Once poured into the glass, the wine was a very transparent medium red (reminded me of a somewhat darker pinot noir) typical of the sangiovese component. Upon swirling it formed long legs on the glass. I didn’t pick up a lot on the nose (but I think my sense of smell is a bit muted for now). On tasting I got medium cherries and some darker fruit (maybe blackberries), and spiciness. Everything was in balance, with decent acidity. The wine and pizza complemented each other quite nicely. I didn’t notice much change in the flavor of the wine through the evening.
I corked the bottle and stored it in the fridge. On the second day (Sunday) the wine seemed very similar to day one. I made some beef fajitas (using cheddar cheese wraps) and the wine went very nicely with the meal. I also tried it with a few other things on hand. With a sharp white cheddar, the flavor of the wine smoothed out nicely. I tried it after some smoked salmon and it totally shut down the wine. Nuts (almonds and pecans) didn’t go very well. After some (keto) chocolate the wine was quite sharp (negatively) in flavor. Overall, this is definitely a wine that is best with (appropriate) food.
Since I was ratting solo, I still have a glass left in the bottle for today, so I will update if there are any significant changes. Thanks to Alice and WineDavid for the opportunity to try this.
Wow – all I hear are the crickets! Finished the bottle this evening. Still holding up well. Nothing of significance to add.
@Mark_L
must still be inebriated from the weekend
That Enthusiast review on Quadriga:
91 Points. This well-balanced, full-bodied blend of Italian varietals offers warm spices and red fruits on light tannins for an especially appetizing expression. Plum, cherry and balsam flavors are lively and complex. It’s made of Primitivo, Sangiovese, Barbera and Dolcetto, aged in 34% new (a mix of French and American) oak barrels. JG 9/1/22
That’s it for webosphere…
fwiw
I was vacillating (as usual) over this but I’ve loved every Brutocao wine I’ve had so what the hell? Getting close to done on a kitchen renovation and gotta stock the new wine fridge with something.
/giphy parasitic-liberal-vegetable
Thanks Casemates for the privilege!
This wine is very fitting as my wife and I got married in Hopland CA, ten years ago this August. We also bought a case of the 2017 Brutocao Cab, which we very much enjoyed. We opened one of those also for the occasion.
2019 Brutocao Primitivo Contento Vineyard
Appearance:
In the glass, the wine had a deep, ruby red, almost garnet color.
Aroma:
Ripe blackberries, raspberries, and plum. I would say this is pretty fruit-forward but not overly jammy as some zins can get. Some alcohol on the nose when we first popped the bottle but blew off pretty quickly.
Palate:
Still getting black fruit, black cherries, and juicy plums take center stage, The wine’s medium-to-full body has a velvety texture while well-integrated medium tannins. Mid-palate, had light sweetness and acidity. Good long finish with lingering dark fruit.
Conclusion:
Overall we really enjoyed the wine and for $13 it is a steal and would say it would be a good deal at $20. In for a case!
Thanks Again!
This mix and description had me intrigued- was hoping for more rats/input, but based on the above we’re in for our 3rd case in the last week- yikes!
/giphy muddled-delicious-pastry
Caved - in for a case!
Seeing as I just returned from Italy and every house wine was delicious, I’m in!
/giphy wireless-puzzling-tinkerbell
#BuyAgain
@jimmoffitt Agree with that!