The Brand
In the tropical paradise of Hawaii's vibrant Oahu island, meet Toast, the French
Bulldog sensation and beloved companion of artist Julia Sørensen. Prepare to be
enchanted as Toast takes center stage on the label of Amuse Wine, a delightful
collection of private labels from Byington once only available for Stage Restaurant in Honolulu. With an irresistible blend of playful charisma and fine art, Toast's charm has captivated customers, leading to an overwhelming demand that couldn't be ignored. Now, all can indulge in the exquisite flavors of Byington wines and let Toast guide you on a whimsical journey, where each sip becomes a celebration of life's joys, artistic expression, and the irresistible allure of Hawaii—a toast to paradise in every bottle!
The Vineyard:
The defining characteristic of Pine Mountain Vineyards is its elevation, with all of its 36 acres of vine-planted blocks spread out between 2,200 to 2,800 feet, the large majority facing south or southwest. The mountainous terrain is typically steep; the soil is shallow to moderately deep, very well drained, and contains large components of sand and gravel.
Vintage Notes:
With climate variability as the new normal, grape growers in California aim to be
resilient and adaptable. Their preparation and experience paid off in 2022 as growers faced triple-digit heat over five days in September quickly followed by rain that brought harvest to a sudden halt. Winemakers are calling the vintage “the tale of two harvests,” making it one of the more unique vintages in recent history. The white wine harvest kicked off in early August, followed quickly by red wine varieties. The typical gap between the white and red wine harvest was almost nonexistent, and the frenzied tempo continued until the rains provided winemakers a much-needed break. Following the rain, grapes left to hang through October enjoyed mild weather days that allowed winemakers to wait for perfect ripeness.
In the tropical paradise of Hawaii's vibrant Oahu island, meet Toast, the French
Bulldog sensation and beloved companion of artist Julia Sørensen. Prepare to be
enchanted as Toast takes center stage on the label of Amuse Wine, a delightful
collection of private labels from Byington once only available for Stage Restaurant in Honolulu. With an irresistible blend of playful charisma and fine art, Toast's charm has captivated customers, leading to an overwhelming demand that couldn't be ignored. Now, all can indulge in the exquisite flavors of Byington wines and let Toast guide you on a whimsical journey, where each sip becomes a celebration of life's joys, artistic expression, and the irresistible allure of Hawaii—a toast to paradise in every bottle!
The Vineyard:
The defining characteristic of Pine Mountain Vineyards is its elevation, with all of its 36 acres of vine-planted blocks spread out between 2,200 to 2,800 feet, the large majority facing south or southwest. The mountainous terrain is typically steep; the soil is shallow to moderately deep, very well drained, and contains large components of sand and gravel.
Vintage Notes:
With climate variability as the new normal, grape growers in California aim to be
resilient and adaptable. Their preparation and experience paid off in 2022 as growers faced triple-digit heat over five days in September quickly followed by rain that brought harvest to a sudden halt. Winemakers are calling the vintage “the tale of two harvests,” making it one of the more unique vintages in recent history. The white wine harvest kicked off in early August, followed quickly by red wine varieties. The typical gap between the white and red wine harvest was almost nonexistent, and the frenzied tempo continued until the rains provided winemakers a much-needed break. Following the rain, grapes left to hang through October enjoyed mild weather days that allowed winemakers to wait for perfect ripeness.