Scheid Family Wines Intros Fog & Light Vintage Reserve Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon
Scheid Family Wines announced the national debut of Fog & Light Vintage Reserve Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. The new label is a reflection of the critical climatic elements found in the region that are necessary to grow the highest quality wine grapes. Fog & Light is launching this month across the country for purchase on premise, in retail locations, and through direct-to-consumer channels.
This will be the first global brand from Scheid Family Wines to come from the Paso Robles AVA. The area—a 35 by 25 mile stretch halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco—is known for its romantic coastal fog that settles nightly over the vineyards, followed by intense California sunshine that gradually softens away the marine layer.
The large diurnal temperature shifts in the district (a 50° day-to-night fluctuation is common) have become the calling card that crafts classic Cabernets of structure, balance, and concentration.
Scheid Family Wines’ network of grower partners within the Central Coast was instrumental in providing high quality fruit for the project that is commensurate with the best wines coming from the region.
“While we’re best known for wines from the Monterey growing region, we’ve been a long-time producer of wines from Paso Robles through our exclusive brand portfolio,” says Heidi Scheid, EVP. “Bringing Fog & Light to a national audience allows us to expand the breadth of our wines from the Central Coast and showcase a spectacular style of high-end Cabernet Sauvignon.”
Fog & Light is made by Dave Nagengast, a veteran vintner of the Central Coast with over 35 years of experience, 22 years at Scheid Family Wines.
Fog & Light Vintage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (SRP $39) is an elevated wine presented in an elegant silkscreened, wax-dipped bottle. Aromas of blackberry, elderberry and plum meet dense ripe black fruit flavors with hints of tobacco and cedar. Full-bodied and structured, the integrated tannins lead into a smooth and savory finish. The wine can be enjoyed today or cellared for a special occasion.