The Aglianico has quickly become one of Justin Boeger’s favorite wines to make. It’s an ancient variety that Greek settlers brought to Southern Italy around 800 BC, no wonder it is so different than anything else we make. Paired best with beef/lamb gyros, Pecorino cheese, and Mongolian Beef.
The Charbono is a rare French variety. This vintage specifically displays a low alcohol that allows the flavors of the fruit and terroir to shine while upholding a boldness and expressive personality. Would pair best with brisket, bacon cheeseburgers, Manchego, and wild mushroom pizza.
Our Estate Barbera is a true reflection of Boeger heritage in a bottle. A blend of all the Barbera clones grown on our estate vineyards, it showcases layers of complexity and the rich history of our family. This variety thrives in our high-elevation vineyards, producing bold flavors with a perfect balance of ripeness and acidity—resulting in a smooth, easy-drinking wine that stands as our flagship!
The “Lucky Boy” blend is a reference to a local historic gold mine. Best enjoyed slightly chilled to display freshness.This wine is meant to be enjoyed as an apéritif or digestif, a sipping wine to be savored and enjoyed over conversation before or after a meal.
The Boeger Estate Merlot is the dark horse of the winery. The variety is often underplayed by the assumption of Merlot’s quality from the popular movie, Sideways. However, our Merlot has been served in the White House on more than one occasion and continues to be a staple to our wine portfolio. The name Merlot is derived from the French word “merle” referring to a blackbird. This could be from the dark sleek blue and black color of the grapes. Being the most planted variety in Bordeaux, France, we are proud to produce it to this day.
Milagro is one of our cherished M-series blends. Representing wines from Spain, making this blend becomes a mission to capture the flair for food and culture of that region. Winemaking in Spain is described in terms of “elaborar”, meaning to elaborate what the grapes are trying to express without manipulating the wine to be anything otherwise. Our goal is to elaborate the distinct qualities of our high-elevation terroir, and flavors that are true to the fruit.
A true gem of southern Italy, Negroamaro has long been treasured in the sun-drenched vineyards of Puglia—particularly in the “heel” of the Italian boot. At Boeger, we introduced this distinctive varietal in 2012, inspired by our passion for Italian heritage grapes and their ability to thrive in our terroir. Planted alongside our other southern Italian cultivars, Negroamaro adds a vibrant and soulful voice to our collection. Equally delightful on its own or paired with a wide range of dishes, this wine brings a taste of southern Italy to every glass.
Nero d’Avola is a red grape variety native to Sicily and considered the island’s most important indigenous grape. Its name means “Black of Avola,” referencing the small town in southeastern Sicily where it is believed to have originated. Historically valued for its deep color and robust character, Nero d’Avola was once used primarily for blending, but in recent decades it has gained recognition as a varietal wine.
Petite Sirah has been credited for being a wonderful blending wine, due to its incredible, intense color, and flavor. It’s only relatively recently, in the Sierra Foothills, that winemakers have been bottling this wine as a single variety. Our Petite Sirah contains a marriage of two contrasting vineyards: the walker vineyard showcases ripe fruit and smooth tannins. The estate properties contain more acid, and an earthy component to the blend.
Pinot Noir is a rare sight in the Foothills. These grapes come from our Pinot Grande vineyard, named after the neighboring "Pine-O-Grande" Wood Mill. The high elevation of this vineyard helps maintain a cool growing season for this delicate variety. It pairs well with Portabella mushroom burgers, duck, pizza, risotto, butternut squash, and salmon.
Primitivo is often associated with Zinfandel, primarily because they are both clones of a Croatian grape called Crljenak. This means that they are very closely related genetically, but the wines offer different characteristics due to random genetic mutations that can occur from stress, pest pressures, and many other factors.
A variety of clones grown on vineyards between 2,000 and 3,000 feet are used to make up our Barbera, creating a perfect representation of El Dorado County Barbera. Our Reserve Barbera is a blend of hand-selected barrels that stood out to be the best of the vintage. With a little Cabernet Sauvignon, a touch of Petite Sirah, and extended barrel aging, this Reserve Barbera has depth and structure that make it enjoyable now!
An ancient grape from Umbria, Italy, Sagrantino is known for its inky-purple color, bold tannins, and rich black fruit character. Once noted by Pliny the Elder and today honored with DOCG status in its homeland, it now thrives in our vineyards as part of Boeger’s rare collection of varietals.
One of the crown jewels of Tuscany, Sangiovese continues to inspire us with every vintage. Grown in several small blocks, each less than an acre, strategically placed across our estate, this wine reflects both the soul of the varietal and the character of our diverse soils. Crafted as a single-varietal expression, it’s designed to be a graceful companion to any Italian dish. Lightly chilled, it becomes the ultimate summer red. We only wish we made more.
Tannat is a fun new variety in our lineup! It was an opportunistic purchase made by Justin Boeger based on a recommendation from our friends at Viani Vineyards in Pilot Hill. Tannat originally hails from the Basque Country, situated within the borders of France and Spain. It was introduced to Uruguay in 1870 by Basque immigrants and is now the national red grape of Uruguay. This grape variety is renowned for its high tannins, deep rich color, and abundance of antioxidants.
VinePair names Walker one of the best Zinfandels under $30!
The Walker Zinfandel is a vineyard-designated wine that showcases fruit from the Walker Vineyard. This wine typically includes some amount of Petite Sirah, as these two varietals complement each other exceptionally well! Zinfandel offers a delightful ripe and jammy fruit flavor with hints of black pepper. Meanwhile, Petite Sirah contributes purple tones to the color and introduces elegant tannins that enhance the wine's body and texture. These two fruit-forward wines combine their individual characteristics to create a harmonious blend.
This vintage pairs beautifully with dishes such as braised short ribs, grilled figs with goat cheese and balsamic, and pork chop with a peach or apple glaze.
