44.5% Grenache Blanc
9.5% Orange Muscat
25% Pinot Gris
7% Chenin Blanc
14% Grenache Gris
11.5% Alc./Vol.
AVA: Central Coast, CA
Serving Temp: 50-55°F
Winemaking: Fermenting on grape skins for 12 days develops a rich orange color & alluring aromatics.
White grape varieties picked at low sugar levels. Destemmed into rotary fermenters for ~4-5 days of cold soaking on grape skins. Fermentation and gentle extraction for 8-10 days. Fermented to dryness in stainless steel.
Label Artwork:
180-year-old woodblock prints of shadow puppets. Remarkable storytelling through minimal inputs (light and shadow) exemplifies our winemaking philosophy.
The Tortoise and the Hare:
A slow tortoise beats a fast hare in a race because the hare is overconfident and takes a nap. Slow and steady wins the race.