We have have the great honor to feature random ridge wines these last 5+ years. Each wine seems to impress us more than the last and today’s is no exception. Where we have grown accustomed to Bill Hawley’s wonderful Cabernet, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet blends, today’s wine is a lovely departure.

Today’s 2009 Fortunata is a delicious Sangiovese blend, made from Bill’s extraordinary fruit - in a style that is, at once, ‘Old World’ and ‘New World’. That is to say that this wine possesses the brightness and earthiness of a true Italian Sangiovese, with the ripeness of a born in California wine.

Because the wine has a lovely, bright acidity, it is the perfect companion for a delicious Italian meal. We recommend that you pair this wine with the cheesy lasagna or a spaghetti Bolognese.

Highly recommended, we encourage you to take today’s wine home with you. Share it with friends, family and loved ones, and enjoy great fortune as you imbibe this delicious treat.