2024 Rorick Heritage Vineyard Albariño

Release date: May 2025, 222 Cases

Retail Price: $30

Blend Details: 100% Albariño

Vineyard: Rorick Heritage Vineyard, Murphys CA

Tasting Notes: The nose on this wine immediately takes you to the Atlantic-influenced vineyards of Spain's Rías Baixas region. White peaches and juicy nectarines are front and center, and envelop the senses in their ripe, sun-kissed sweetness. Delicate floral notes of orange blossom intertwine with hints of salty sea breeze, while subtle hints of lime zest and green apple add brightness to the mineral undertones.

Pairing: From grilled halibut to oysters and summer salads, this wine elevates any crisp and bright dishes. The aromatics of this wine also make it perfect partner to bright and showcase the delightful interplay of tropical fruit flavors and minerality; or a summer salad with arugula, strawberries, and goat cheese, offering a refreshing balance of peppery greens, juicy fruit, and creamy cheese, all enhanced by the wine's vibrant citrus notes.

Winemaking: Grown at 2,200 feet in elevation in the alpine climate of the Sierra Foothills. Planted on dramatic slopes on limestone soils, this rare gem was fermented and aged in 500L neutral puncheons, then aged on lees for 6 months, showing real depth and intensity. The Alpine microclimate contributes restraint, which the limestone accentuates.