Hangtime
Hangtime wines have the authentic expression and laid-back approachability that can only come from the Golden State. Grapevines take deep root in the diverse soils up and down the coast of California, where vineyards are bathed by warm sun and cooled by ocean breezes. This combination develops the perfect balance between ripe flavor and bright acidity in grapes as they spend extra days — optimum hangtime — on the vine.
From rugged mountain slopes to windswept coastal plains, from gentle, sunny foothills to foggy river valleys, California wine country is dramatic, diverse and stands among the best winegrowing regions of the world. Long, sunny days ripen wine grapes to vibrant fruit expression, while chilly nights and ocean breezes maintain their bright natural acidity. We source Hangtime wines from select spots where this combination of sunny days and cool nights slows ripening for a long, steady growing season. The longer growing season means that grape clusters spend a higher than average number of days hanging on the vine — an extended “hangtime” results in complex, perfectly balanced wines.
With Hangtime wines, we make balance the guiding priority behind everything we do, from harvesting grapes with a perfect ratio of sugar to acidity, to choosing a variety of winemaking techniques that help enhance the wines’ unique personalities. Our approach to balance extends far beyond winemaking — in fact, it's a way of life here in California. We believe in balanced living — between work and play, mind and body. We understand how important it is to counter a hectic schedule by taking the time to do the things that bring you joy, including kicking back with family and friends and reveling in the simple pleasure of sharing a meal. Wherever you find yourself — on the coast of California, in the heart of the Midwest or up north in New England — open a bottle of Hangtime and see how easily the wines bring out the best in every moment and in just about anything on the menu. It's a perfectly balanced choice.
