2023

The Source

Central Coast

$75 USD

Release Price

Drink Window

15.2%

ABV

3.8

pH

5.9

TA

0.5

RS

Growing Conditions

Vineyard | Appellation | Terroir

Copia Vineyards Willow Creek Estate | Paso Robles Willow Creek District
Calcareous Limestone

Harvest

Oct 6-21, 2023

Winemaking

Varietals were handpicked on October 6 through 21 and carefully cluster and berry sorted; 20% whole clusters were included and fermented in stainless steel. After a cold maceration of 5 days, daily punchdowns, pumpovers and pneumotage were conducted.

Aging

The wine rested for 20 months in 60% new French oak.

Food Pairing

Garam Masala Grilled Rack of Lamb, Braised Short Ribs, Roasted Eggplant, Beemster XO Gouda, Gorgonzola

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2023

The Source

Central Coast

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