Two Shepherds 'Wiley' Carbonic Carignan 2024, Mendocino County, California

TASTING NOTE

Inspired by our first kitten, our dearly departed Wiley. A true carbonic carignan, sealed in tank for 20 days, then pressed back to stainless to finish fermenting and aged 5 months. This vintage was picked at lower ripeness, and a short time in tank, and is lighter than previous releases. Fresh berry aromatics leap out of the glass, both complex & fun flavors. 11.2% alc. Serve chilled. 280 cases crafted.

 

Note this year is back to the more normal style, darker, more crunchy and juicy. -Winemaker's Notes