2024 Scar of the Sea Lopez Vineyard Palomino Cucamonga Valley, USA
$37.99
These Palomino vines date back to 1918 and are planted 70 miles inland from Los Angeles and certified organic by CCOF. The vineyard is farmed without irrigation in granite rocks and sandy soils surrounded by freeways and track homes. This vineyard is one of the last reminders of an old California. The Palomino grapes were harvested on August 12th from the Lopez Vineyard. The grapes were left to soak on the skins for 9 days before being pressed. The juice fermented with native yeast in old french oak barrels and aged on lees for 8 months. This wine was bottled with minimal sulfur, and without fining or filtration. 96 cases produced.
Specs
- Country United States
- Region California
- Style Orange Wine, White Wine
- Producer Scar of the Sea
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Palomino
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Crunchy Greens, Meaty Fish, Root Veggies
- Characteristics West Coast, Flexes w/ Food, Wild Side