Michael Pozzan Marianna Red Blend
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Named after Michael’s wife, this is their flagship wine since 1996.
- The Michael Pozzan Marianna Red Blend is a Napa Valley wine that showcases a blend of Bordeaux varietals, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, with Malbec, and sometimes Merlot or Petit Verdot.
- The winery produces a limited amount of Marianna each year.
- It’s known for its medium-bodied profile with notes of dark fruit, cassis, and oak. The wine is often aged in French oak, which contributes to its toasty and smoky character.
Varietal Composition: Michael Pozzan Marianna Red
Elaboration: Traditional vinification. 22 months in French oak.
Tasting Notes: The Marianna Napa Valley Red Wine shows abundant aromas of blackberry, cassis, and black plum. In the mouth, this broad-shouldered wine is packed with flavors of black cherry, freshly brewed espresso, and creamy saddle leather, with a persistent note of vanilla lasting throughout the finish.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Michael Pozzan’s wine roots trace back to the late 1800’s in Piedmont, Italy where his great grandfather first planted vines. After traveling to America in the early-mid 1900’s, Michael’s grandfather moved to Sonoma where he planted 35 acres of Zinfandel in 1948. Some of these original vines still exist today and can be seen at the end of Pozzan Road in Healdsburg, Sonoma County. Michael grew up spending his summers at his grandparent’s vineyard and it is the foundation from which his passions spawned.
As a young adult, Michael became involved in the California wine industry working for several companies focused on imports and distribution. It wasn’t until 1990 that Michael, with the loving support of his wife Mary Ann, left his sales position to follow his dream of producing his own wine. Displaying a keen pallet and a knack for blending, Michael Pozzan released his first vintage in 1991, consisting of 200 cases. Over the years his success grew as he formed stronger relationships with winemaking peers and growers, giving him the edge in producing fine wines from the most competitive region in the country. Now celebrating over 25 years of production, Michael is joined by his two sons, Dante and Matthew Pozzan, as the family winery looks to continue their passion of producing fine wines with balance and personality.