OUR WINES
Cabernet Franc 2021
$55 / BOTTLE
One of the most charismatic and expressive wines we’ve ever grown here at Catoctin Breeze. The wine’s balanced structure and seamless oak integration is further enhanced by notes of blackberry, mocha, butterscotch, and tarragon. The refined tannins complete the wine, giving it a level of elegance and distinction that will allow it to age gracefully for up to ten years or more. Unfiltered.
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Adagio 2022
$40 / BOTTLE
With approachability and balance in mind, each grape within this vintage deepens the wine's character, and results in a seamless integration of flavor profiles. Being 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 25% Teroldego, on the nose, you find subtle aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and delicate hints of vanilla. On the palate, experience flavors of juicy blackberry, violet, and graphite. The wine's softer structure is balanced by its juicy acidity and plush tannins. This wine is crafted to be enjoyed in its youth.
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Adagio 2020
$40 / BOTTLE
The nose exhibits refined notes of cinnamon, coconut, and cigar box. The palate pleasantly surprises you with more fruit than you would expect, like candied cherries, raspberries, freesia, figs, butterscotch, and wild strawberries. Some savory elements come into play like graphite and white pepper, adding a level of complexity to this playful wine. The beautiful expression of Six Wicket’s terroir shines. Pair with prime rib with rosemary, roasted duck, venison, or any red meat with some spices. Unfined and unfiltered.
Vintage Notes
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Syrah 2022
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MEMBERS ONLY. A classic alluring Syrah, estate grown on our steep hillside on a southern aspect at Catoctin Breeze, co-fermented with 5% estate grown Viognier. A graceful vintage with a gorgeous nose – we think it’s the perfect precursor to get us all ready for spring. Showcasing beautiful crunchy red fruit, cranberry, lilac, & black pepper. The wine itself has a delicate frame featuring red cherry, met with graphite and dried herbs. Unfined and unfiltered.
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Concerto 2021
$60 / BOTTLE
A wine of structure, finesse, and balance. Blended with structure and complexity in mind, the Cabernet Franc provides the wine with elegance and silky tannins, along with savory aromas of graphite, cassis and dried roses. Merlot brings forth energy, youthfulness, and freshness. While Petit Verdot graces the wine with a touch more body, power, and density. The subtle notes of butterscotch indicate well integrated oak. Unfined and unfiltered.
Teroldego 2022
$40 / BOTTLE
MEMBERS ONLY. An Italian grape variety that found a perfect home in Maryland. With pomegranate and red cherry on the nose, this medium bodied wine has notes of nutmeg and espresso, with plush tannins and a well integrated oak finish. Pair with smoked BBQ or flatbread pizza. Unfined and unfiltered. LIMITED.
Vintage Notes
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Concerto 2022
$60 / BOTTLE
LIMITED. CRU ONLY. Well structured and age-worthy, with a long, refined finish. You’ll find notes of raspberry leaf, graphite, and rose petal, accompanied with a tension that showcases elegance and longevity. The 2022 vintage of Concerto, our flagship wine, is a Bordeaux blend composed of 75% Cabernet Franc, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Petit Verdot. Aged for 16 months in 38% new French oak. Concerto embodies our dedication to growing refined, restrained, and terroir expressive wines.
Adagio 2021
$40 / BOTTLE
Medium ruby in color with expressive notes of plum, wild strawberry, and pomegranate on the nose. Juicy acidity with plush tannins. The palate showcases notes of black cherry, vanilla, graphite, and baking spices. The wine is comprised of 86% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot, and 7% Teroldego. The wine was aged in 70% brand new French and American oak barrels, and 30% neutral oak for 10 months. Pair with summertime barbecue chicken and roasted vegetables. Unfined and unfiltered.
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Rosé 2023
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MEMBERS ONLY. A warm weather favorite, our playful 2023 Rosé greets you with wild strawberry, and watermelon rind. Complexity ensues. A light to medium body, medium tannin vintage with refreshing acidity and a round finish.
Symphony 2023
$36 / Bottle
A wine made for early consumption that is meant to be fresh, pure, and easy on the palate. The wine has a round structure that hangs on notes of apricot, zest, lemongrass & wet stone. Estate grown Chardonnay and Viognier.
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Rhapsody 2023
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A light bodied Chardonnay with delicate acidity. This wine has a brilliant pale lemon color, giving you a preview of how light and refreshing it will be. Notes of lime zest and river stone on the nose, further unfolding with flavors of green melon with an energetic finish.
Chardonnay Reserve 2022
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MEMBERS ONLY. Well balanced and harmonious, this Chardonnay showcases racy acidity with mouth-filling roundness. On the nose, you find delicate aromas of nectarine and green apple. On the palate you discover luscious flavors of lemon curd. The wine shows a very elegant and polished texture on the palate, with super length on the finish. This wine is 100% estate grown Chardonnay.
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Chardonnay Reserve 2021
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MEMBERS ONLY. Made from the premium quality light press juice of estate grown Chardonnay, this wine is the purest expression of Catoctin Breeze. With its elegant frame, this wine instantly refreshes your palate with rich notes of green apple, citrus, and a youthful minerality full of nervous verve. The wine carries into subtle notes of vanilla and brioche, but only for a second, before bright flavors of meyer lemon steal the show. A wine of terroir and restraint with a long juicy finish. Pair with roast chicken or lemon pesto gnocci.
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Nocturne 2022
$45 / BOTTLE
A generous wine. Blended with the intention of approachability, balance and power, with vibrant notes of red cherry, plum skins, and subtle hints of menthol, layered with a balance of baking spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. Inspired by the three tier Bordeaux model, Nocturne is our second wine, and the 2022 vintage is composed of 28% Cabernet Franc, 28% Teroldego, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Petit Verdot, and 11% Merlot, creating a harmonious balance of varietals and terroirs. Pair with braised short ribs.
Vintage Notes
Vitalício Solera 2020
$40 / BOTTLE
Dark ruby in color, with a noticeable viscosity. The nose welcomes you with rich notes of dark chocolate, ripe black berries, and almonds. The palate explodes with luscious flavors of chocolate covered figs, nutmeg, and walnut. The silky texture enhances the fruity and nutty finish, which lasts for minutes! Enjoy this fortified dessert wine with blue cheese or chocolate cake with raspberries. Unfined and unfiltered.
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Amber Reserve
$45 / BOTTLE
A luscious dessert wine made in 2010 with local honey. The notes of honey harmonize effortlessly with an array of exotic spices such as vanilla, cloves, allspice, and cinnamon. A wine of roundness whose texture brings forth a rich and beautiful mouthfeel, followed by a long and succulent finish. The Amber Reserve is a wine that embraces you to your core, and pairs perfectly with foie gras, soft cheeses, and vanilla ice cream.