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Cupcake Vineyards

Cupcake Vineyards

Cupcake Vineyards
Livermore
USA
Phone: +1 855-458-1515
http://www.cupcakevineyard.com

Email: [email protected]

Cupcake Vineyards wines were introduced nationally in 2008 from California’s Central Coast and represented a finely crafted, fruit-forward, indulgent and eminently approachable style of wine. The inaugural release included Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Since then, Adam has used his global wine making experience and relationships around the world to add seven international wines to the Cupcake lineup, including such renowned regions as Marlborough New Zealand; Mendoza Argentina; Italy’s Prosecco, Trentino and Asti regions; Barossa Valley, Australia; and Germany’s Mosel.

Cupcake Vineyards winery is located in Soledad, California, where warm days give way to cool nights as the fog rolls in off of the Pacific Ocean. It is this cooling influence that slows the growing process, increasing the time the grapes “hang” on the vine and thereby allowing the grapes to mature a little slower than in hotter regions. Slow growth and cool weather leads to a more balanced level of acids and sugars, thereby adding to the complexity and structure of the wines of the Central Coast. This region is poised to become one of the newest and most exciting viticultural opportunities in the coming years.

This slow pace continues in the cellar where the winemaking team takes the time to craft wines that are complex, rewarding and handmade. Gentle pressing, cool fermentation, malolactic fermentation and long barrel aging in small barriques allow them to elevate the wines so that they are rich, creamy and downright delicious. Winemaker, Adam Richardson has since added a few additional wines from other cool climate regions to augment Cupcake Vineyards portfolio and match up with additional cupcake profiles, such as Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand and Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina.

To this day, Cupcake Vineyards encourages everyone to “Live Deliciously.”


As International Wine Director for Underdog Wine & Spirits and Head of Winemaking for Cupcake Vineyards, native Australian Adam Richardson has been making wine around the world for more than a dozen years. Based in California, Adam travels throughout the year to some of the planet’s most prized wine growing regions, collaborating with winemakers in Argentina, Australia, Italy and New Zealand to craft the Underdog Wine & Spirits’ international portfolio of fine wines.

Winemaker: Jessica Tomei

Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupcakevineyard

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Cupcake Vineyards Black Forest Decadent Red
Cupcake Vineyards Black Forest Decadent Red

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2019‐2022

Spectacular Spicy Wine

 

LCBO: 470088  Check Stock

BC: 873455  Check Stock

Alberta: 775551

87/100

$14.00

Cupcake Vineyards Prosecco
Cupcake Vineyards Prosecco

Veneto D.O.C., Italy

Alcohol: 11%  Sweetness: Medium Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2021‐2024

 

BC: 203489  Check Stock

89/100

$15.00

Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet 2015
Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet 2015

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Medium Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2019‐2021

Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine

 

LCBO: 260851  Check Stock

BC: 158196  Check Stock

ANBL: 2259  Check Stock

NSLC: 1014932

87/100

$15.45

Cupcake Vineyards Light Hearted Chardonnay
Cupcake Vineyards Light Hearted Chardonnay

California, United States

Alcohol: 8%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2021‐2022

Splendid Salad Wine

 

LCBO: 19725  Check Stock

88/100

$15.95

Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2017
Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2017

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2018‐2021

Charming Grilled Chicken Wine

 

LCBO: 230821  Check Stock

BC: 143776  2,580 in stock

SAQ: 11372791  Check Stock

ANBL: 628  Check Stock

NSLC: 1011040

87/100

$17.10

Cupcake Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc - 2013
Cupcake Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc - 2013

Marlborough, New Zealand, New Zealand

Alcohol: 13%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2013‐2015

 

LCBO: 368795  Check Stock

BC: 846766  Check Stock

83/100

$11.45

Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2014
Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2014

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2014‐2017

Charming Grilled Chicken Wine

 

LCBO: 230821  Check Stock

BC: 143776  2,580 in stock

SAQ: 11372791  Check Stock

ANBL: 628  Check Stock

NSLC: 1011040

83/100

$17.10

Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2009
Cupcake Vineyards Chardonnay 2009

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml

Charming Grilled Chicken Wine

 

LCBO: 230821  Check Stock

BC: 143776  2,580 in stock

SAQ: 11372791  Check Stock

ANBL: 628  Check Stock

NSLC: 1011040

87/100

$17.10

Cupcake Vineyards Light Hearted Rosé
Cupcake Vineyards Light Hearted Rosé

California, United States

Alcohol: 8%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2023‐2024

Splendid Salad Wine

 

LCBO: 23805  Check Stock

88/100

$12.45

Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet 2013
Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet 2013

California, United States

Alcohol: 13.5%  Sweetness: Medium Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2013‐2017

 

LCBO: 260851  Check Stock

BC: 158196  Check Stock

ANBL: 2259  Check Stock

NSLC: 1014932

86/100

$15.45

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