2023 Forlorn Hope, Queen of the Sierra Estate Rorick Heritage Vineyard Red Wine Sierra Foothills Clos Saron Upon arrival in the cellar

Upon arrival in the cellar

Farming: Certified Organic (CRAEGA)

Grapes: 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Nero

3-day macerated fruit and carbonic maceration

Blue Jay Vineyard is south-facing

2023 Forlorn Hope, Queen of the Sierra Estate Rorick Heritage Vineyard Red Wine Sierra Foothills Clos Saron Upon arrival in the cellarField blend from organically farmed vines at 2000 ft elevation on limestone and schist. Includes Zinfandel, Tempranillo, Barbera, Trousseau, Mondeuse, and others. Spontaneous fermentation, partial whole cluster, 1421 day maceration. Aged in neutral barrel and stainless. Unfined, unfiltered, minimal SO. 13% ABV.