Method: Sauvignon Blanc carried through a native fermentation in stainless steel, 17 days on skins. Aligoté, Malbec and Merlot fractions direct-pressed. 5 months in stainless steel barrels, minimal racking, minimal SO2 added. No fining or filtration.
Appellation: St. Helena, Napa Valley
Vineyard: Young Inglewood
Viticulture: CCOF Organic, Low-Input, Regenerative
Soil: Alluvial, Gravelly Loam
Blend: 83% Sauvignon Blanc, 7% Merlot, 6% Aligoté, 4% Malbec
Harvest Date: August 13 - 20, 2024
pH: 3.65
TA: 5.4
Alcohol: 12.5%
Serving Temperature: Cellar Temp or Chilled
Few pleasures are as exciting as the dance between savory and fruit living in the heart of Cabernet Franc. The grape communicates our gravelly soils in a special way: intoxicating aromas, wonderful energy, and an elegant structure hinting at the mineral possibilities of classic Napa Valley benchland...
Tasting Note: Fresh & lively. Gorgeous ripe berries, savory notes, and structure on the palate. Aromatically everything you hope for: pretty floral elements, cool fruits, mint & tea leaves, and a little cocoa powder. Pair with your favorite roast. Drink now.
170 cases produced.