2023 Robert Sinskey Vineyards Vin Gris of Pinot Noir

Aromas of white peach, crisp pear, and citrus blossom integrate with savory notes of soft garden herbs and jasmine. The palate is light-to-medium-bodied and exceptionally vibrant, featuring a core of tart bing cherry, blood orange, and Meyer lemon zest. It displays a mouthwatering, crisp acidity and a surprisingly generous mid-palate texture that leads to a dry, zip-sharp finish marked by a clean line of minerality.

The winemaking team utilizes 100% Pinot Noir from organically farmed estate vineyards. The grapes are night-harvested and immediately whole-cluster pressed to separate the juice from the skins, preventing any maceration. This free-run juice undergoes a cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks to maintain aromatic purity, creating a true vin gris rather than a standard saignée rosé.

The fruit is grown in the Los Carneros AVA, straddling the southern reaches of Napa and Sonoma valleys in California. The site is defined by its close proximity to the San Pablo Bay, which blankets the rolling hills in cool evening fog and windy conditions. This maritime microclimate slows sugar development and allows the Pinot Noir to retain high natural acidity and bright, focused aromatics.