Frenchtown 'Waypoint' 2022, Sierra Foothills, California

REGION 
Sierra Foothills, California

 

VARIETAL 
85% Merlot & 15% Grenache

 

TASTING NOTES

Aaron and Cara Mockrish faced a significant loss of their Syrah and Merlot crops at Renaissance Vineyard due to frost, affecting other red varieties as well. Thankfully, friends stepped in to help source fruit from other regions to supplement their production. 'Waypoint' is a Merlot based wine made from a small organically farmed backyard vineyard in Sonoma. A small amount of Renaissance Vineyard Grenache (15%) rounds out the blend. Whole clusters were foot-stomped and fermented in stainless steel before pressing to a mix of Amphora and used oak barrels.

 

Waypoint is fresh and aromatic with tons of lift, a beautiful wine made out of challenging circumstances. It has loads of fresh red berries and plum mixed with a bit of baking spice, refreshing acidity and a hint of tannin to give it some structure. Enjoy this juicy blend with burgers or really any meat off the grill.

 

(Organic)