2019 Extended Tirage Sunflower Sutra
Vineyards:
Our flagship sparkling blend is 77% Chardonnay (Massa and Manchester Ridge Vineyards) / 12% Pinot Noir (Escolle Vineyard) / 11% Pinot Meunier (Dommen Vineyard).
Winemaking:
The grapes were whole-cluster pressed, settled overnight and fermented in a combination of stainless steel and neutral French Oak. Aged an additional 5 months before secondary fermentation. Aged 44 months in bottle before disgorging by hand. This aging created a textured fruit profile that speaks as much to the California sun as it does to the lean, mineral-driven quality of cool-climate California. We produced 60 cases.
Tasting Notes:
Preserved lemon, honeycomb, toasted sesame, and wet stone. Recommended pairing: oysters and popcorn.
Why We Like It:
This project has always been about wines that show a balance between the sunny quality of California vineyards and the mineral edge that comes from cool climate growing conditions. We’re so excited to release the latest iteration of the Extended Tirage Sunflower Sutra. Those with the patience will be rewarded by further cellaring of 6-12 months before drinking.
| Alcohol | 12.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
