Kivelstadt Cellars - KC Labs Zin 2024 (750ml) Pinot Noir and Pinot AuxerroisKC Labs, an experimental side project, is all about bucking the traditions of California wine, and there's no better example than the KC Labs Zinfandel. The fruit is grown at Venturi Vineyard in Mendocino, and is harvested early then allowed to ferment carbonically without being crushed. This process allows to take what is normally a jammy, tannic, and high alcohol variety and turn it into a light, fresh summertime wine. Served chilled, this wine will
and it was critical to harvest quickly to preserve freshness
The grapes are fermented in stainless steel and aged primarily in 20% new French oak with a small portion in Hungarian oak for 20 months
Its ability to grown and mature in Virginia makes it one of the States finest varietals
two critical attributes to make the kind of Rosé we think is best
experienced a very cool and windy climate
Delicate hints of tea leaf and potpourri emerge mid-palate
what a brilliant wine
which would last until harvest was over
40 acres) of primarily Garnacha (62%)
this Sauvignon Blanc dominated wine - ever reliable - continues to appeal in 2023
Elegant and fruity with hints of pepper and wild cherry
this is both perfect for the holidays and enjoying over the next few years
