Varietal Blend: 80% Grenache & 20% Syrah

This rosé is crafted from primarily Grenache from the top vineyards around Santa Barbara County.  We pick these grapes specifically for our rosé production, then (for the majority of the cuvée) we crush and immediately press to stainless steel tanks for a very cold fermentation to preserve the freshness. We filter and bottle early to capture brightness and vibrancy.

Vintage Conditions: Santa Barbara County harvest began about a month later than in 2022. We have been very happy with the quality of the grapes as extended hand time added to the complexity of the wines. The winter rains percolated the soil and salts that had accumulated in the soil, allowing the vines to access previously tied-up nutrients. Harvest for most varietals was almost a about a month behind “normal”. We are convinced this will go down as one the best vintages ever.

Color: Very light ballet slipper pink with just a dash of pink.

Aroma: Very pronounced strawberry and tangerine aromas with floral notes, hints of passion fruit and orange blossom. Not shy at all right after bottling.

Palate: Dry, crisp and dancing on the palate. Just right fruitiness and framboise flavors that include subtle rhubarb, sweet tarts, and a dry savory finish. The fruitiness is balanced with a touch of mouth-watering acidity and plenty of verve.

Peak Drinking: Now and for a few years.

Alcohol: 13.5%
pH 3.29
TA 5.8 g/L