2023 Vermentino

As the roots of these six-year-old vines dig deeper into the cobbly river-wash in which theyre planted, the resulting wine gains depth and sophistication itself. A perfect vintage like 2023 can certainly help this evolution along as well, keeping at bay any heat waves or other unsavory events that might cause shallow-rooted young vines to react without the fortitude and resilience they will attain with age.

Because of late rains and cool temperatures, weve been able to wean this block from the previous years frequent watering schedule, resulting in more concentrated flavors in 2023. As in past years, we employ this wine in an exploration of richness and intensity by fermenting a portion of the grapes on their skins, like a red wine. When its all blended back together, what results is an effusively aromatic and textured wine like no other we make.

Tasting Notes: Effusive aromatics of orange, dried apricot, pineapple rind, with a hint of salinity and herbaceousness. A rich and nervy energy marks the palate, with flavors of apricot, orange creamsicle, cardamom, and persimmon. Lasting and focused finish, with tannin reminiscent of black tea. -GH



100% Vermentino
13.0% Alcohol
TA 5.7 g/L
3.61 pH

Grapes are certified organic (CCOF). Fermentation is initiated spontaneously without the addition of commercial yeast or malolactic bacteria.

Release Date: 01/15/2024
Cases Produced: 142