Varietal: 100% Gamay

Vintage: 2023

Vineyard: Highlands Ranch

Barrel Program: 100% Neutral French Oak

Cases Produced: 150

Winemaking: Upon harvest, the grapes entered the winery at 24.5 Brix and 3.2pH. They were gently placed into the tank as whole clusters to allow carbonic fermentation (in the absence of oxygen). Native yeasts completed the fermentation in just 10 days. The Gamay was then pressed into 100% Neutral Oak barrels, where it aged for 7 months before being bottled in May of the following year.

Finished wine: 13.7% alc

Brix at Harvest: 24.5

Finished ph: 3.7

Notes: This wine showcases exotic spices like coriander, complemented by hints of candied orange rind. It is lush and smooth on the palate, yet maintains a crisp acidity at its core, keeping it fresh and invigorating. Enjoy this bottle on a warm day, paired with food, for a delicate yet flavorful experience. 

Varietal: 100% Pinot; 943 Clone and Clone Pom 4-KW

Vintage: 2022

Vineyard: Escolle and KW Vineyards, Santa Lucia Highlands

Barrel Program: 30% new French oak; 60% Puncheons, 40% 60 gallon barrels

Cases Produced: 175

Winemaking: Escolle: 20% whole cluster; KW: 100% destemmed. Gentle pump overs and punchdowns for 14 days and pressed directly to barrel.

Finished wine: 13.7%

Time in Barrel: 10 months

Brix at Harvest: 23.6

Finished ph: 3.4

Notes: Bright bing cherry with subtle hints of toast allure you into the glass. Palate is broad, rich and pleasurable. The finish is long and lingering. This elegant expression of a low alcohol Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot is testament to this great region. This wine will age gracefully for a decade or more but drinks playfully and fruit forward now. 

Varietal: 100% Malbec

Vintage: 2021

Vineyard: Pedregal Vineyard, San Benito County

Barrel Program: 28% New Hungarian Puncheons, remained in 60 gallon barrels

Cases Produced: 200

Winemaking: 100% destemmed, with a 14 day fermentation

Finished wine: 14.7%

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Brix at Harvest: 23.8

Finished ph: 3.86

Notes: Enticing aromas of oliliberry pie, citrus zest, and a hint of cacao. Abundant blue and purple fruit alongside velvety plum, all enhanced by toasty oak. While Malbec's big fruit often shines in blends, it offers a delightful experience on it own! 

Varietal: 100% Sangiovese

Vintage: 2020

Vineyard: Machado Creek Vineyard, Santa Clara Valley

Barrel Program: 15% new Hungarian puncheons (Trust Cooperage)

Cases Produced: 150

Winemaking: Daily gentle punch downs during cold soak, fermentation and maceration lasted for 14 days before pressed to barrel. 100% destemmed.

Finished wine: 14.5% alc

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Brix at Harvest: 25.2

Finished ph: 3.62

Notes: Juicy, fresh strawberries with a hint of woodsy vanilla from the oak. This wine is smooth and enjoyable now, but if cellared, the bright fruit will mellow, allowing the herbs and spices to emerge, making it a perfect match for food.

Varietal: 100% Petite Sirah

Vintage: 2020

Vineyard: Machado Creek Vineyard, Santa Clara Valley

Barrel Program: 35% New French Oak, the rest Neutral

Cases Produced: 120

Winemaking: Gently destemmed, pumped over first 1/3 of fermentation. 14 days in the fermentor and pressed when the tannins have just begun to soften and coat the whole mouth.

mFinished wine: 13.6% alc

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Brix at Harvest: 23.5

Finished ph: 3.68 ph

Notes: Boysenberry, root beer, peachy aromatics. Dense chewy tannins, fruit is expressive yet tamed by the dark brooding nature of this varietal. Pretty little spice and long textured finish. This is our work horse wine, every day red wine that pleases with every sip. This is our 11th year working and farming at Machado Creek Vineyard, this block is all head trained (meaning no wires) and leads to a really dynamic expressive fruit.

Varietal: 97% Syrah, 3% Viognier

Vintage: 2021

Vineyard: Escolle Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands

Barrel Program: 40% new french Ermitage 500L Barrels

Cases Produced: 100

Winemaking: Co-fermented with 3% of our Estate Viognier; pressed to barrel to age for 18 months.

Finished wine: 13.7%

Notes: Aromatics of white flowers, crushed earth, cinnamon, niçoise olive, subtle brine to those olives! Notes of concentrated black currant, orange oil, delicate tannins, and a bright pop of acidity on the palate. Finishes clean, long,and bright!

Varietal: 100% Sangiovese

Vintage: 2021

Vineyard: Highlands, KW & Soberanes

Barrel Program: Second use 500L barrel

Winemaking: Sucked out of fermenters into a stainless steel tank where we added 20 gallons of high-proof alcohol to stop the fermentation and leave this wine with 8% sugar.

Finished wine: 16.8% alc

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Brix at Harvest: 23.5

Finished ph: 3.25 ph

Notes: Aromas of sweet black cherries and muddled blackberries followed by a clean and light palette. Enjoy with many desserts, stinky cheeses or as a dessert itself!