2022 Ditch Digger

29% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache, 23% Syrah, 6% Graciano, 5% Garnacha, 3% Carignan, 3% Cinsault, 3% Counoise

Muddled wild strawberries and mulberries are juxtaposed against citronella and garigue. Anise seed, petrichor and red plum notes fill out this massively complex wine. The earthy, savory nature of the blend keeps the open generous textures in check as the finish sails on and on in perfect harmony.

WINE SPECS

Vintage: 2022

Varietal: 9% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache, 23% Syrah, 6% Graciano, 5% Garnacha, 3% Carignan, 3% Cinsault, 3% Counoise

Appellation: Paso Robles

Acid: 5.9 g/l

pH: 3.7

Bottling Date: 05/07/24

Alcohol %: 14.6

Cooperage & Elevage: Aged for 20 months in 87% used 500L and 600L barrels, and 13% concrete tank.

Fermentation: 5-day cold soak with twice daily pump-overs. 10-day maceration with a mix of delestages and pump-overs for cap management. Fermented with 37% whole clusters.

Case Production: 1700

Vineyard Notes: 95% Estate - 64% Willow Creek, 31% Adelaida, 5% Central Coast.