Vino50

Brainchild of Sommelier Andrew Stover of Washington, DC’s OYA and SEI Restaurants, Vino50 is both a wine brand and wholesale portfolio that celebrates American winemaking at its best, with a focus on eclectic and unknown American wine regions. Vino50 encourages consumers to explore local and regional wines supporting America’s up and coming and established winemakers. By contracting with small, boutique wineries, Vino50 brings to market unique wines that not only have a sense of place but also showcase unknown varietals and regions of the United States such as Arizona, Idaho, Long Island, Michigan, Rhode Island and beyond.

Independence Rose BrutNo monopolies. No shareholders. Just good juice. Independently grown Michigan Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Independently produced and bottled. A pink sparkling wine to celebrate independent American growers and winemakers. Fresh raspberry and strawberry flavor nuances. Fresh. Uncomplicated. Independent. 400 cases produced annually. [year NV]

Shindig Red
Shindig red is a blend of 7 different varietals, including Vinifera and hybrids.
35% Marechal Foch, 25% Leon Millot, 10% Pinot Noir, 10% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 5% Chancellor, 5% Dechaunac
The Chancellor, Dechaunac, Marechal Foch, and Leon Millot were fermented together. The Vinifera was fermented separately then sat in French oak for three months. 6% was new French Oak. The Hybrids were blended back into the vinifera to highlight the fresh fruit with a soft undertone of oak.
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