2022 Splash

The season started with bud break on April 27th. The weather was cool in May and through June with flowering 2 weeks later than usual. August also had cooler than normal nights. Early September was wetter and cooler than normal but was followed by a return to seasonal norms up to the end of October. The vines were farmed sustainably with particular care and attention to canopy and water management. Harvest decisions were based on winemaker’s personal preference with particular attention to sugar/acid balance and flavor. The Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer grapes came from our River Rock Vineyard, planted in a location that allows the vines to thrive and mature fruit of a consistent quality and character. The vines were in their 20th leaf when the fruit was harvested (Sept 29th). All of our vineyards are on south facing slopes where soils are composed of rock, sand, and gravel laid down during the last glacial recession. The Viognier for this blend came from our Boulder City Vineyard. The vines were in their 19th leaf when the fruit was harvested.