2023 Ser Cinsault Bechtold Vineyard Mokelumne River

A vibrant red wine crafted from the Cinsault grape variety in the Mokelumne River region. The 2023 vintage is sourced from the oldest Cinsault vineyard in the United States, planted in 1886 with ungrafted vines that remain on their original vitis vinifera roots. This medium-bodied wine showcases the unique terroir of the vineyard through a fruit-forward profile with balanced acidity and tannins. The dry style highlights elegant complexity, embodying a delightful harmony of the historic vineyard's distinctive character.
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Specs

Type: Red
Grapes: Cinsault
Vintage: 2023

Geography

Region: California
Sub-region: Mokelumne River
Vineyard: Bechtold Vineyard
 

Farming

Head-trained, ungrafted old vines on original vitis vinifera rootstock. Dry-farmed in deep, sandy soils. Hand harvested.
 

Fermentation

Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel and neutral barrels; minimal intervention approach with minimal racking and fining
 

Aging

7 months in 100% used French oak barrels; unfined and unfiltered when possible