Spring 2023 Release

2022 Rose of Grenache
This elegant pink rhubarb colored wine has aromas of fresh strawberry and orange blossoms. On the palate, vibrant acidity and a complex fruit profile of ripe strawberries and Rainier cherries. The small amount of Carignan added to this wine provides a hint of tartness and leaves a crisp mineral finish.
Varietal: 96% Grenache, 4% Carignan
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate, Block 8 Vines Head: Trained, 4' x 8' spacing
Farming: Biodynamic, dry farmed or minimal irrigation
Winemaking: 100% whole cluster pressed, fermented in 55 gallon stainless steel drums; go through a slow cold primary fermentation with natural yeast that last well into January. Wine does not go through malolactic fermentation and is cross filtered during bottling.
Production: 110 Cases

2019 Grenache
This medium bodied wine is deep, rich and layered on the palate with notes of sweet blackberry interwoven with Spring flowers, wild cherry and classic white peppercorn spice. The mouth is full and not too heavy and leaves a lingering finish. The focus here is on precision rather than power. Drinking well now, this elegant and complex wine will continue to develop over the next 10 plus years.
Varietal: 100% Grenache
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate, Block 3 Head: Trained, 4' x 8' spacing Farming: Biodynamic, dry farmed or minimal irrigation
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, 33% whole cluster, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentation. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Elevage: 18 months in new French Oak 500L puncheons and 20 months in bottle.
Production: 200 Cases

2020 Luca's Blend
This wine is deep and bright violet in color. The nose is layered with strawberry, crushed violets and black pepper. The fruit-driven, yet quietly intense wine, offers a palate of raspberry and cherry with lush tannins. The vintage is all about restraint, refinement and texture. Ready to drink and will age well.
Varietal: 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Appellation: Alexander Valley Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate Vines Head: Head Trained, 4' x 8' spacing for Grenache and Trellised, 3.5' x 6' spacing for Syrah
Farming: Biodynamic, dry farmed or minimal irrigation
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, 33% whole cluster, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentations. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. Elevage: 18 months in neutral French Oak barrels for Grenache and 18 months in new French Oak
Production: 180 Cases

2016 Block II Grenache
Layered and bright with a red brick rim and lovely perfume notes of strawberry, fig, raspberry and spice. This elegant, medium bodied wine offers a subtle mineral balance with a texturally sublime finish. It’s ready to drink now and will continue to age well.

2016 Grenache
Medium bodied, ripe and lush with layers of pomegranate, lifted dark red berry fruits, with hints of black raspberry liqueur, licorice, and classic white & green peppercorn spice. The mouth is full, yet not too heavy with a long lingering finish. Approachable now, this wine will only improve with age.

2018 Rocos Blend
The wine has an intense ruby color with a dark violet hue. The nose has hints of spiciness with notes of fennel and fragrant aromas of cassis and espresso. The palate is dense with layers of black fruit, licorice and chocolate. Soft tannins are persistent and tightly knit with finesse.
Varietal: 50% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 20% Carignan, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Head Trained, 4' x 8' spacing for Grenache and Carignan, Trellised, 3' x 6' spacing for Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, 33% whole cluster, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentation. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Elevage: 18 months in neutral French Oak barrels and 18 months in bottle
Production: 221 Cases

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
Medium to deep purple in color, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of black cherry and currant fruits. The medium to full-bodied palate is elegant with velvety tannins, beautiful purity and outstanding length. As the wine opens, the long finish lingers with hints of cedary spices and dark chocolate.
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate, Block 1
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentations. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Elevage: 24 months in new French Oak barrels and 24 months in bottle.
Production: 250 Cases
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2022 Rose of Grenache
This elegant pink rhubarb colored wine has aromas of fresh strawberry and orange blossoms. On the palate, vibrant acidity and a complex fruit profile of ripe strawberries and Rainier cherries. The small amount of Carignan added to this wine provides a hint of tartness and leaves a crisp mineral finish.
Varietal: 96% Grenache, 4% Carignan
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate, Block 8 Vines Head: Trained, 4' x 8' spacing
Farming: Biodynamic, dry farmed or minimal irrigation
Winemaking: 100% whole cluster pressed, fermented in 55 gallon stainless steel drums; go through a slow cold primary fermentation with natural yeast that last well into January. Wine does not go through malolactic fermentation and is cross filtered during bottling.
Production: 110 Cases

2019 Block II Grenache
Light ruby in color with beautiful floral notes of ripe red fruit, fresh strawberry and orange rind. On the palate, a beam of cherry matched with a hint of spice and a juicy finish. The wine is elegant yet full of energy. Drink now!

2018 Grenache
This medium body grenache is full of wild cherries, Herbs de Provence and white pepper. Bright acid and well-integrated tannins leave a long lingering finish. The focus here is on precision rather than power. Drinking well now, this elegant and complex wine will continue to develop over the next 10+ years.

2019 Luca's Blend
Intense violet in color. The nose is layered with strawberry, crushed violets and black pepper. The palate is full of dark cherry, blackberry, raspberry and peppercorn with lush tannins. This vintage is all about restraint, refinement and texture. Ready to drink and will age well.

2018 Rocos Blend
The wine has an intense ruby color with a dark violet hue. The nose has hints of spiciness with notes of fennel and fragrant aromas of cassis and espresso. The palate is dense with layers of black fruit, licorice and chocolate. Soft tannins are persistent and tightly knit with finesse.
Varietal: 50% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 20% Carignan, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Head Trained, 4' x 8' spacing for Grenache and Carignan, Trellised, 3' x 6' spacing for Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, 33% whole cluster, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentation. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Elevage: 18 months in neutral French Oak barrels and 18 months in bottle
Production: 221 Cases

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
Medium to deep purple in color, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of black cherry and currant fruits. The medium to full-bodied palate is elegant with velvety tannins, beautiful purity and outstanding length. As the wine opens, the long finish lingers with hints of cedary spices and dark chocolate.
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Soil type: Rocky Hillside soils with clay and sand
Vineyard: Mila Estate, Block 1
Winemaking: Field, cluster and berry sorted fruit, fermented in open top stainless steel, natural yeast for primary and malolactic fermentations. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Elevage: 24 months in new French Oak barrels and 24 months in bottle.
Production: 250 Cases