Founders' Red

2022 Founders' Red


Fruit forward, lightly-oaked, medium body with fine tannins. Named in honor of the two founders of the farm and the winery, both named Fred Johnson. Made largely from Estate-grown Chancellor grapes with the addition of ten percent Pinot Noir. 

Tasting Notes: Raspberry, cherry fruit with rich purple color and rich body

Residual Sugar: .9% 

Fermentation: Split, 85F, Malolactic

Food Pairing: Peppered steak or beef pot pie. 

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Awards: 

  • GOLD, 90 Points, 2026 Los Angeles International Wine Competition
  • Silver 88 Points | 2026 New York Wine Classic
     

Technical Information

  • Alcohol: 12.5%
  • Appellation: Lake Erie
  • Wine Type: Red
  • Varietal: Chancellor, Pinot Noir
$17.99 / 750ml
$215.88 / 12 bottle case