Ray Magnussen
Enchanted by the many family trips through Baja, the Magnussen family purchased the land that would become Lechuza in 2003. Determined to cultivate the land, Ray and Patty Magnussen tirelessly planted the cuttings that would yield some of Baja’s most premiere wines.
UPCOMING EVENTS
23 de Agosto de 2015: Concurso de Paellas ¨Ramón García Ocejo¨2015
07 de Agosto de 2015: Muestra del vino 2015 / Comité Provino A.C.
23 de Mayo de 2015: Lechuza Spring Release Party
16 de Mayo de 2015: Viñedos en Flor 2015 / Comité Pro-Vino A.C.
12 de Abril de 2015: Festival de las Conchas y el Vino Nuevo 2015
07 de Agosto de 2015: Muestra del vino 2015 / Comité Provino A.C.
23 de Mayo de 2015: Lechuza Spring Release Party
16 de Mayo de 2015: Viñedos en Flor 2015 / Comité Pro-Vino A.C.
12 de Abril de 2015: Festival de las Conchas y el Vino Nuevo 2015
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
UC Davis. Online Distant Learner Program. Certification
EXPERIENCE
Lechuza Vineyards. Bodega Alto Cerdro/ La Consulta/ Argentina. Intern
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Proficient at all aspects in the Vineyard, Crush Pad and Laboratory
Enchanted by the many family trips through Baja, the Magnussen family purchased the land that would become Lechuza in 2003. Determined to cultivate the land, Ray and Patty Magnussen tirelessly planted the cuttings that would yield some of Baja’s most premiere wines.
WHAT I'M DRINKING NOW
- 2012 Lechuza Nebbiolo: Perfumy nose of sweet black cherry with background aromas of violets. Rich, viscous, chewy attack of more sweet black cherry and ultra ripe black plum flavors balanced with dried cherry and subtle cinnamon stick acidity in the evol
- 2012 Lechuza Cabernet Sauvignon: Aromatic nose of baking spices (clove, cinnamon, dried orange peel), cedar and tobacco leaf. Opulent attack of ripe black fruit and rich chocolaty prune flavors balanced with a ripe blueberry acidity in the evolution and
- 2012 Lechuza Amantes: 34% Petite Sirah, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Nebbiolo, 11% Grenache + 9% Tempranillo. Brooding nose of rich ripe plum and chocolaty carob. Intensely concentrated attack of black fruit preserves and crème de cassis balanced with a
- 2012 Lechuza Tempranillo: Fruity yet earthy nose of ripe red cherry with background aromas of sweet tobacco. Elegant, fruit-forward yet subdued attack of red and black fruits balanced with smooth saddle leather tannins in the evolution and long finish.
- 2012 Lechuza Merlot: Vibrant nose of spicy plum. Smooth attack of black cherry balanced with ripe strawberry acidity in the attack and with mellow tannins in the long finish.
- 2013 Lechuza "Oaked" Chardonnay: Exotic nose of guava and lychee with background aromas of lime and just ripe nectarine. Complex attack of incredibly rich browned butter flavors balanced with lightly roasted hazelnut flavors in the evolution an
- 2014 Lechuza "Stainless Steel" Chardonnay: Fresh citrusy nose of mandarin orange with background aromas of pink grapefruit and lemongrass. Creamy attack of slightly spicy honey and orange flavors balanced with sweet citrus acidity in the evolut
GALLERY
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Founded in 2003 by Ray
and Patty Magnussen, Lechuza Vineyards endeavors to consistently produce top
tier wines while promoting sustainability and regional stewardship. Lechuza’s
wines strive to reveal the story of its grapes, under the meticulous care of
the Magnussen family. Every season brings opportunities to put to practice
lessons learned in seasons past, continually encouraging advancements in grape
growing and wine making alike. From its inaugural vintage of 50 cases in 2007,
Lechuza presents seven offerings in its 2015 release including new vintages of
its heralded 2013 Stainless Steel Chardonnay and 2011 Nebbiolo (92 pts.,
Rodolfo Gerschman).
Lechuza’s origin stems from the Valle’s verdancy soil and culture. The desire to share the Valle’s remarkable abundance and warmth is the driving principle behind Lechuza’s winemaking philosophy. As each grape inherits this ripe heritage, Lechuza aims to contribute to the future legacy of the Valle in every bottle of wine.
Lechuza’s origin stems from the Valle’s verdancy soil and culture. The desire to share the Valle’s remarkable abundance and warmth is the driving principle behind Lechuza’s winemaking philosophy. As each grape inherits this ripe heritage, Lechuza aims to contribute to the future legacy of the Valle in every bottle of wine.