Bridge Lane Tasting Room

Our Merlot Blanc is created using a particular process similar to that which is used to produce fine Champagne. Made from the red Merlot grape, the fruit is harvested early in the season and delicately crushed to extract the most concentrated juice. The juice has no contact with the red skins of the grape, resulting in the wine’s light color. The 2011 Merlot Blanc shows bright grapefruit and lemon-grass aromas accented by flavors of citrus and Fiji apple with a crisp finish and racy acidity.

Our Merlot Blanc is created using a particular process similar to that which is used to produce fine Champagne. Made from the red Merlot grape, the fruit is harvested early in the season and delicately crushed to extract the most concentrated juice. The juice has no contact with the red skins of the grape, resulting in the wine’s light color. The 2011 Merlot Blanc shows bright grapefruit and lemon-grass aromas accented by flavors of citrus and Fiji apple with a crisp finish and racy acidity.

Big, bold white wines of France’s Alsace region are world-renowned for complexity, richness, and sophistication. The 2010 vintage marked the 10-year anniversary of the introduction of Lieb estate wines. To mark the occasion, we created an “Alsatian-style” Pinot Blanc, which has a richer, rounder style. With 0.86% residual sugar, the wine opens with aromas of lychee and boysenberry, which are followed by flavors of pear and apple with a touch of honey on the finish.

This Bordeaux-style blend presents a complex expression of our vineyard terroir. Produced entirely from estate-grown grapes, each varietal was vinified separately, and an assemblage was created to showcase maximum balance and complexity. Aromas of black cherry, tea leaves, and cedar come through on the nose. The palate offers dark cherry and plum with hints of coffee. Smooth, soft tannins follow with a touch of spice on the finish. Assemblage of 58% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, and 4% Malbec.

A blend of 93% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, our Bridge Lane Merlot spends 10 months in 15% new French oak barrels, creating medium-bodied wine. The wine opens with aromas of rhubarb and jam, followed by pepper on the palate. Finishing with oak char and spice, our Bridge Lane Merlot would beautifully compliment tomato-based sauces, Italian cured meats, and Spanish Chorizo.

Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, our 2006 Merlot shows a deep garnet color with hints of purple. An enticing nose of mulberry, pine, and cocoa powder is followed by refined notes of sweet fruits. The palate is rich with plum, black cherry and cedar that comes through a smooth, supple mouth-feel, finished with soft, round tannins. While delicious to drink now, it should age well for many years.

This Bordeaux-style blend presents a complex expression of our vineyard terroir. Produced entirely from estate-grown grapes, each varietal was vinified separately, and an assemblage was created to showcase maximum balance and complexity. Aromas of black cherry, tea leaves, and cedar come through on the nose. The palate offers dark cherry and plum with hints of coffee. Smooth, soft tannins follow with a touch of spice on the finish. Assemblage of 58% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, and 4% Malbec.

Our most exclusive wine is a blend of 70% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Malbec, 5% Syrah, and 3% Cabernet Franc. Only made from the best harvests, using low-yield farming techniques (one grape cluster per shoot) , this wine is designed for maximum aging potential. Floral notes of lavender and violet permeate the nose, leading to a deeper bouquet of raspberry, plum, and subtle hints of mocha. The palate is layered with undertones of white pepper and eucalyptus. This is a big wine, displaying a concentration of lush fruit, hints of earth, and a smooth, complex finish.

Our Methode Champenoise sparkling wine is made from 100% Pinot Blanc grapes and, on average, ages three years before being disgorged in small lots to guarantee a crisp, fresh wine. A repeat winner at the prestigious Los Angeles International Wine Competition and named as a top American Sparkling Wine by Wine Spectator, our Blanc de Blancs is perhaps one of our greatest achievements. This brut sparkler boasts a nose redolent of green apple and pear, accented by hints of citrus, honey, and yeast. The palate comes alive with delicate, refreshing, tiny bubbles, which creates opportunity for classic pairings with caviar, oysters, and smoked fish, or with rich desserts like chocolate mousse, creme brulee, and Baked Alaska.

Fermented entirely in stainless steel, this wine retains the purity of the Chardonnay character, which emphasizes bright aromas of stone fruit and green apple, along with tropical notes. Crisp, clean flavors delight the palate leaving a fresh finish and a lingering minerality with a subtle earthy edge. With its light body and fresh finish, this versatile wine can be served as an aperitif or with any light fare.

A blend of 93% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, our Bridge Lane Merlot spends 10 months in 15% new French oak barrels, creating medium-bodied wine. The wine opens with aromas of rhubarb and jam, followed by pepper on the palate. Finishing with oak char and spice, our Bridge Lane Merlot would beautifully compliment tomato-based sauces, Italian cured meats, and Spanish Chorizo.

Using the French Methode Champenoise, our sparkling wine is made from 100% Pinot Blanc grapes and ages 3 years before being disgorged in small lots to guarantee a crisp, fresh wine. This sparkling wine goes well with a Brillat-Savarin, a soft, white-crusted cow’s milk cheese in a triple-crème brie-style from France. It is buttery, rich, creamy, and decadent with a rare "natural rind" – almost a thin skin. This cheese is named after the 18th century gourmet and political figure Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. An avid cheese lover, Brillat-Savarin once remarked, “A man who was fond of wine was offered some grapes at dessert after dinner. ‘Much obliged,’ said he, pushing the plate aside, ‘I am not accustomed to take my wine in pills.

Fermented in stainless steel tanks to display true varietal character, this pure Pinot Blanc features flavors of white peach buttressed by tangerine-lemon citrus, and hints of honey on the finish. A pure, unpasteurized sheep’s milk cheese such as Pecorino di-Fossa will go well with this white wine. Hard and crumbly, this Italian cheese has a sweet start with a vibrant peppery finish. Pecorino di-Fossa, one of the most precious cheeses in Italy, is made using the ancient process of maturing the cheese in sealed caves lined with hay so that the cheese matures in an oxygen-deprived environment. By using this process, the taste and structure of the cheese are modified by the good bacteria present in the cave and the hay surrounding the cheese.

This light, quaffable Cabernet Franc goes well with a tangy, yet subtle cheese such as Arina Goat Gouda. The mild flavor of the cheese will balance well with the smooth finish of the wine and the subtle notes of soft vanilla. Moderately priced and likely to appeal to children, goat Gouda is a smart choice for picnics and a safe cheese-board selection for parties.

Presenting a complex representation of our vineyard terroir, this Bordeaux-style blend offers ripe cherry and plum notes with hints of coffee and tea leaves. A bleu cheese similar to Saint Agur will pair well with this wine. With its production beginning in 1988, Saint Agur is a newcomer to the French bleu scene. In spite of its novelty, it has become quite popular, perhaps because of its rich creaminess.

Servings 4-6

Servings 4-6

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Servings 4

Servings 4‏