2022 LoveLee Winemakers Select Red, Monterey County, California

A Wine Named After Love. Made by a Woman Who Means It.

Every bottle has a story. This one starts with two little girls named Heaven Lee and Lyric Lee — and a mother who decided the wine world needed more of her in it.

Aamira Garba is a Black female winemaker, entrepreneur, and the founder of LoveLee Wines. She didn't just enter the wine industry — she redefined what it could look like. Working with vineyards across California, Aamira crafts wines that lead with fruit purity, approachability, and a perspective that has been missing from too many wine lists for too long. The 2022 LoveLee Winemakers Select Red is her love letter to family, creativity, and the belief that great wine should feel like a warm welcome — not an exclusive club.

This is a wine from a Black woman winemaker who built something beautiful from scratch. And it tastes exactly like that.

Taste Profile

• 🫐 Aromas: Blackberry, ripe cherry, plum, cocoa, vanilla, warm baking spice
• 🍒 On the palate: Smooth and velvety — blueberry, black cherry, gentle spice, soft tannins
• ✨ Finish: Polished, rich, and lingering — approachable without being simple
• 🍷 Style: Medium-bodied red blend | Smooth, fruit-forward, crowd-pleasing
• 🌲1️ Varietal: Pinot Noir + Shiraz | Monterey County, California | 2022

Perfect For

• 🌟 Perfect for beginners — smooth tannins and generous fruit make this an easy, confident first red
• 🎁 Great for gifting — the story behind this wine makes it a gift with meaning, not just a bottle
• ☀️ Ideal for summer — light enough to enjoy warm evenings, bold enough to anchor a dinner table
• 👨👩👧 Family gatherings and celebrations — named after family, made for sharing
• 🥂 Wine club members — a Shades of Vino Spring Collection favorite

Pairs Well With

BBQ ribs and grilled chicken. Mushroom pasta. Aged cheddar and charcuterie. Lamb chops. A backyard cookout with people you love. Or honestly — a quiet Tuesday when you just want something that feels like a hug in a glass.

Wine Details

• Producer: LoveLee Wines | Founded by Black woman winemaker Aamira Garba
• Varietal: Pinot Noir + Shiraz blend
• Appellation: Monterey County, California
• Vintage: 2022
• Style: Medium-bodied red | Smooth, velvety, fruit-forward
• Bottle: 750ml

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