This collaboration wine brings together two passion projects: Two Shepherds of Sonoma, and Fields Family Wines of Lodi. Winemakers William and Ryan share a love of Rhone wines, and strive to highlight many of its relatively unknown grapes grown in California. With only an acre of Grenache Blanc in the Russian River Valley and less than 20 acres in Lodi, this wine illustrates the potential of both cool and Mediterranean climate Grenache Blanc in California. Both wines are fermented with native yeast, 50% fermented in stainless steel, 50% in neutral barrel, then aged 7 months in neutral barrel.
Farmed organically. Native to southern France, the name means ‘lip stinger’ – a naturally high acid white grape perfect for our wine style. This 6 barrel lot was fermented and aged in 50% stainless steel, and 50% neutral puncheon (double sized barrel) for 8 months. Mouthwatering acidity, weight and aromatics. 11.3% alc.
We have been waiting patiently to release this special lot, and now finally in Fall of 2019 it's ready!
This very small lot (only 25 cases) of Syrah from the famed Saralee's Vineyard and Mourvedre from Windsor Oaks Vineyard showcases an elegant, delicate expression of these varieties. Brick red in color, with notes of black cherry and blackcurrant. Pairs well with charcuterie and sharp cheeses. 12.2% alc
Our 3rd release of Vermentino (also known as Rolle in Southern France.) This 6 barrel lot was fermented and aged in 50% stainless steel, and 50% neutral barrel for 6 months. Fresh and gulpable, mouthwatering acidity, and nice weight, texture that belies the low 11.3% alcohol. Organically farmed, no additions save a small amount of sulfur.
Pastoral Rouge is our flagship red Rhône blend, uniquely crafted each year. The grapes of this blend come from a cool microclimate within the Russian River Valley, producing a wine of balance and finesse. The wine is bright and juicy, with notes of red fruits, earth and spice. 50% Grenache, 33% Syrah, 17% Mourvedre
Dolce, our affable miniature Sicilian donkey inspired this wine. Destemmed and left on the skins to start a native yeast fermentation, then after 5 days pressed to finish fermentation and aged in neutral French barrels. The 5 days of skin contact impart a copper hue, reminiscent of Italian Ramato. The taste is uniquely its own, landing somewhere between an orange wine and a rosé.
Fun and fresh, with lingering savory notes. A wine as unique as our Dolce. Hee Haw!
This special 125 case lot from the famed 135 year old Bechthold Vineyard in Lodi, is believed to be the oldest surviving Cinsault Vineyard in the world. This dry farmed, organic vineyard has very low yield, and produces a very complex expression of this variety, normally best as a blending grape.
Always 100% whole cluster, foot tread, fermented with native yeast in small ½ ton bins. Gently pressed to neutral barrel to age on heavy lees for 8 months, then bottled. A thought provoking wine Eric Asimov of the NY Times called an example of “delightful, delicious wine from under-appreciated grapes."
The latest release of one our most popular reds returns. From the esteemed Saralee's Vineyard in the Russian River Valley, Grenache is an unusual find here in the cool climate region, planted on a hillside adjacent to Pinot Noir.
