Vineyard Notes: The Heringers have been farming in Clarksburg since 1868. In the early 1970’s they were one of the first to plant vineyards on their property, pioneering the Clarksburg AVA. Now in their 7th generation, they grow many grape varieties in many locations in the Sacramento River delta, all farmed sustainably. Kirtlan Ranch is located across the Sacramento River just south of Freeport..

Cellar Notes: We harvested just about 2 tons fruit for 2021 and destemmed to macrobins for a native fermentation.  After pressing, we racked to neutral oak barrels.  Prior to bottling, we blended in a small amount of Alicante Bouschet to improve finish & added a small amount of acid. Bottled in May 2024 unfiltered & unfined.

Tasting Notes: Tempranillo always presents a certain savory quality & this vintage is no slouch in that department. The fruits are bold & black - fig, blackberry, plum - & there is a rich meatiness on the nose. The palate fills with more black fruit, earth & red miso, before finishing clean with velvety tannins.

Label: We imagive sitting at a grand dinner table when we drink this wine so we combined the Sacramento River through the Delta with a fun dinner table!  

Pair With: Baby back ribs, ropa vieja, smoked chicken, marinara sauce