2023 Albariño – Wheelhouse Vineyard
Wheelhouse Vineyard . Clarksburg AVA
Fresh and vibrant, the wine opens with aromas of honeysuckle, white peach and orange blossom. The palate is balanced with hints of honey and crisp pear. Bright and balanced acidity lends to a lively mouthfeel.
Farmed responsibly and validated with dual certification through The Lodi Rules and California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA).
Technical Details
| SOIL COMPOSITION | Sacramento Deep Clay, Derivation Mixed Rock |
| VINEYARD PHILOSOPHY | Certified Sustainable (Dual Certification) |
| TRELLISING | Open VSP |
| CLONE | 01 |
| ACRES | 5.6 |
| LOCATION | 38°21’23.9”N, 121°33’05.3”W |
| HARVEST DATE | September 20, 2023 |
| BRIX AT HARVEST | 22.6° |
| AGING | American and French Oak, 2 Months |
| BOTTE DATE | February 15, 2024 |
| CASES PRODUCED | 417 | 6 Packs |
| TA | 5.6 g/L |
| PH | 3.37 |
| RS | 4.7 g/L |
Region: California
Appellation: Clarksburg
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 12.5%
Vineyard Notes
Our Albariño comes from the Wheelhouse Vineyard located in the North Delta Region of the Clarksburg Appellation. Planted in 2009, the 5.6 acre block enjoys highly organic soil and cool Delta breezes that are prefect for this aromatic varietal. The cool mornings and evenings with warm days make it an ideal growing location for Albariño – the afternoon sun builds the fruity characteristics, while the chill of the evening helps retain crisp flavors.
Production Notes
The 2023 vintage has been a reminder of the grit required to be a winegrape grower. The season commenced with record breaking rainfall from a system of ‘atmospheric rivers’ that put pressure on the nearby river and slough systems. Our vines were able to stretch out in the soil and regain their strength from previous drought years. Our teams carefully managed each vineyard to tamp down threats that were the result of a wet start and their efforts were recognized with the quality of the 2023 vintage. Summer came in softly, with long days and cooler temperatures – excellent conditions for a long growing season. Harvest started in earnest in early September and finished nearly two months later on November 13th. We’re proud to bring you the 2023 vintage, which jumps out of the glass with superb fruit quality that showcases the soul of every team involved in the making of these wines.
Other Notes
CLARKSBURG AVA – Located on the Sacramento River in the heart of the Delta, the Clarksburg AVA has a profound maritime influence. Cool mornings give way to warm afternoons and temperatures quickly cool again in the evenings. With land at or below sea level, the fertile soil attracts and holds nutrients and water which calls for constant monitoring.
