Leghorn Wine Company

What's in a Name?: The Lore Behind "Leghorn"

You may be wondering about our name. The story behind it goes back to the Petaluma Gap. The area has a rich agricultural history, and long ago, it was actually dotted with poultry farms populated by prodigiously egg-laying Leghorn chickens. The farms' phenomenal output made the city of Petaluma the egg capital of the world. Well, the chickens have long flown the coop (most of them, anyway), and the Gap is now increasingly dominated by vineyards. Our name pays tribute to this aspect of the region's agricultural heritage, and it also helps impart a sense of place to our wines.

The Petaluma Gap

Why It’s So Unique

Cold marine air continually comes in through the western edge and blows eastward in a funnel effect. Substantial fog and strong winds at times also come in. The net result is a generally very cool, damp climate, especially at night. This leads to unusually long ripening periods for the region's wine grapes, with their natural acidity preserved over the extended growing season, and various other beneficial effects on the grapevines and the soil they're grown in.

And how is all of this ultimately reflected in the fine wines that we produce from these grapes? We get uniquely bold vintages that have uncommonly intense, rich and fully developed flavors; are extremely well balanced; and have character to spare. These are the wines that Leghorn proudly presents to you for your drinking pleasure.

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The Wines

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Pinot Noir

PETALUMA GAP

Our flagship wine, the Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir was the first and only wine produced for our first five years of operation. This wine is forever the wine that defines Leghorn Wine Company.

Delicate and elevated. 

Aromas: Freshly picked roses, sweet cherries, crushed cranberries, hint of clove. 

Flavors: Wild herbs, tart cherry, full of candied violets - a finish of cola nuts

From a fire vintage, Leghorn made a delicate and elevated Pinot Noir. On the nose, freshly picked roses, sweet cherries and crushed pomegranates. On the palate, the wine is soft but very complex. Wild herbs and raspberries come first followed by candied violets, tart cherries with a hint of toasted cola nuts on the finish.

SONOMA COAST CUVÉE

Rich and concentrated. 

Aromas: Spiced raspberries, black cherries, earthy tone

Flavors: Sweet raspberries, fresh mint, blood oranges 

This Pinot Noir showcases raspberries in their full expressions. Spiced raspberries on the nose, with earthy tone.  The palate is followed by sweet and concentrated tiny raspberries. Balanced with a zest of blood orange and fresh mint. 

Chardonnay

PETALUMA GAP

Taylors Crown Vineyard

Yellow fruit and floral compound.

Aromas: stone fruit, white flowers meyer lemon zest a touch of vanilla extract

Flavors: The palate is followed with the stone fruit, with a creamy texture, lemon cake, delicious caramelized apple on the finish. 

VIN GRIS: Rosé of Pinot Noir

PETALUMA GAP

Taylor’s Crown Vineyard

Aromas: Juicy white peach, nectarine and ripe watermelon on the nose. 

Flavors: Silky texture with lime zest and tangy strawberry leads to tart and pithy grapefruit on the finish. 

This Rosé is a perfect warm evening wine. Juicy and fresh white fruits, with texture and a finale of ocean breezes. 

 
 
 

Sauvignon Blanc

PETALUMA GAP

Viña Del Sol Vineyard

Zesty passion fruit. 

Aromas: Pungent gooseberry, green melon, with juicy passionfruit 

Flavors: Zesty mouthfeel with slices of passion fruit. A long finish with a taste of ripe white peach. 

Zinfandel

KNIGHTS VALLEY

Speedy Creek Vineyard

A young Zinfandel with lots of aging potential. 

Aromas: Cracked White peppercorn, plum compote, dried blackberry 

Flavors: White pepper, spiced plums, currant. Young tannins, vanilla bean and a hint of oak on the finish.

COMING FALL 2020

Sonoma Colosso

KNIGHTS VALLEY

Speedy Creek Vineyard

Our Sonoma County take on the Super Tuscan style blend.

Sangiovese based blend featuring Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah for added depth and structure.