Brimming with decadent blackberry and raspberry flavors accented by warm notes of cherry vanilla, this rich wine is lively on the palate, lifted by delicate, light carbonation and crisp acidity. Producer Information Mnage Trois is a value-priced California wine brand owned by Trinchero Family Estates. Its portfolio includes more than a dozen wines made from popular international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. The label was created in 1996 by the Folie Deux winery in St Helena. It was initially a single red blend of three varieties Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot which gave the wine its name. A white blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Moscato was introduced as well. With its risqu name and affordable price tag, Mnage Trois quickly became a popular brand, successfully incorporating the sexual innuendo of the label into its marketing. In 2004 the brand, along with Folie Deux, was bought by Trinchero, which also owns the value-driven Sutter Home line of wines. Trinchero expanded the Mnage Trois range to include more blends, and also introduced single variety wines. In 2009, Mnage Trois was named wine brand of the year by the industry publication Market Watch, that same year selling 1.6 million cases. It continues to be made at the Folie Deux winery, and has also expanded its label to a line of Vodka.
