Winemaker John Rittenhouse chose to take up winemaking after a 32-year career with Intel. Before hand-crafted beers were popular, he made some award-winning beers. He had dreamed of making wine also, but had no patience for the barrel aging process! In 2012, he and his wife bought a 74.62-acre parcel in the Fiddletown AVA of Amador County, California. They planted 5 acres of it in 5 varieties of grapes, never thinking of selling commercially, but now they are selling their wine! Rubidoux Barbera was awarded gold at the Foothill Wine Fest competition in 2023, and that was the beginning of their story!
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera, Sierra Foothills
Tasting Notes
Our Barbera is a full-bodied red wine with a smooth mouth finish. It has raspberry and cherry flavors with a typical higher acidity and low tannins. Great when served with stews, red meats as short ribs, and tomato pastas.
Barbera Red Wine
If you’re a wine enthusiast, you’ve probably come across Barbera, a grape variety famous for producing a captivating type of wine. Barbera is known for its deep roots in Italian winemaking traditions. It offers a range of flavors that appeal to a wide spectrum of wine drinkers-from those who love light, fruity wines to those who crave robust, full-bodied reds.
A Brief History of Barbera Wines
Originating from the rolling hills of Piedmont, Italy, Barbera is one of Italy’s oldest and most cherished grape varieties. Traditionally known for producing full-bodied reds, Barbera has gained worldwide recognition for its signature characteristics: high acidity, low tannins, and a burst of rich red fruit flavors.
Why Choose Barbera Wines
Barbera wines offer a delightful combination of complexity, flavor, and versatility, making them ideal for wine enthusiasts at every level. Compared to other Italian wines, Barbera often offers high quality at an affordable price, giving you great value for your money and pairs eloquently with Italian entrées.
Specs
Appellation: Sierra Foothills
Alcohol: 14%
pH: 3.3
TA: 6.7
RS: 2.0
Varietal: 100% Barbera
Production: 150 cases
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese, Fiddletown, Amador County
Tasting Notes
Our Sangiovese is an Italian-style-medium-bodied red wine. It has notes of red fruit and cocoa. The typical higher acidity allows it to complement cheesy pastas and pizzas as well as any beef or chicken dish.
Sangiovese is a heavily planted grape variety in Italy, primarily in Tuscany. Our 2100-foot elevation in the foothills is very similar to Italy’s wine region, which is one of the reasons that we chose to plant Italian varieties. It is a nice food wine due to its medium body, high-acid wine with predominantly bright black cherry flavors. It is paired well with herby tomato pasta dishes and roasted or BBQ meats.
A Brief History of Sangiovese Red Wine
Sangiovese has an ancient Italian origin. It is believed to be a cross from the Ciligiolo and Calabrese di Montenuovo grapes, dating back to the Etruscan period in Italy, roughly between the 8th to the 3rd century BCE in Tuscany. It is the primary grape in a Chianti wine blend. Its name is supposed to be derived from “ Sanguis Jovis” (Jupiter’s blood) for its bright color.
Why Choose Sangiovese Wine
Sangiovese is known as a very versatile wine with the ability to pair well with a wide range of food dishes, and you can never go wrong with it, whether it is a roasted pork, a lamb stew, or a tomato pasta dish!
Specs
Appellation: Fiddletown, Amador County
Alcohol: 14.2%
pH: 3.5
TA: 6.1
RS: 0.9
Varietal: 100% Sangiovese
Production: 70 cases
What’s Included
4-bottles:
2x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera, Sierra Foothills
2x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese, Fiddletown, Amador County Case:
6x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera, Sierra Foothills
6x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese, Fiddletown, Amador County
We have been farming our vineyard and developing our land for the last 10 years and know what it takes to produce good fruit for wine. Let us share with you! Between our uniquely crafted wine selection and our beautiful vineyard grounds, you’re sure to enjoy a break from city life. We agree with A.D. Posey – everyday that we farm, we must “take a deep breath. Inhale peace. Exhale happiness.”
We bought the 75 acres of land that Rubidoux Ridge Vineyard is situated on after my father passed away. The name Rubidoux came from the founder of St. Joseph, Missouri, where my father met my mother during WWII. The Rubidoux Hotel in St. Joe had a treasure chest for children that ate all their chicken pot pie. Forever this place stuck with me.
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
Rubidoux Ridge Barbera & Sangiovese - $60 = 26.66%
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera, Sierra Foothills
Tasting Notes
Barbera Red Wine
A Brief History of Barbera Wines
Why Choose Barbera Wines
Specs
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese, Fiddletown, Amador County
Tasting Notes
A Brief History of Sangiovese Red Wine
Why Choose Sangiovese Wine
Specs
What’s Included
4-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
$302.40/Case for 6x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera, Sierra Foothills + 6x 2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese, Fiddletown, Amador County at Rubidoux Ridge Vineyard
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Sep 15 - Tuesday, Sep 16
Rubidoux Ridge Barbera & Sangiovese
4 bottles for $74.99 $18.75/bottle + $2/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $164.99 $13.75/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Barbera
2020 Rubidoux Ridge Sangiovese
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
Rubidoux Ridge Barbera & Sangiovese - $60 = 26.66%
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sure hoping we have producer participation on this one