Production Notes
Blend Composition: 92% Syrah, 5% Grenache, 3% Gewürztraminer; We used a special technique called stabulation for the Syrah, where the fresh juice is kept cold for up to two weeks before fermentation.
Winemaker Notes
Bright and refreshing, this Syrah-based rosé bursts with tangerine, grapefruit and wild strawberry aromas, layered with hints of apricot and Asian pear. The palate is crisp and vibrant, with juicy grapefruit, Golden Delicious apple and delicate red cherry notes. Fresh acidity lifts the flavors, creating a lively, elegant finish.
Production
The 2024 growing season began with a wet winter that replenished groundwater, providing essential support for the vines’ early growth stages. A warm spring encouraged an earlier bud break, nearly three weeks ahead of 2023, setting the stage for a strong season. Summer brought mostly consistent temperatures, with a brief but significant heat spike in early July that promoted healthy growth and even ripening. Harvest began on August 20, about two weeks earlier than 2023, signaling a return to a more typical timeline. An early October heatwave accelerated the final stages, resulting in fruit that arrived at the winery with ideal ripeness and balance. Harvest concluded on October 18, almost a month ahead of the previous year.