This is our 9th vintage of “Pistoleta”; our signature Rhone White blend of Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.  As in other years, most of the wine is co-fermented to naturally optimize wine chemistry.  In the end, we adjust the blend by adding additional Viognier and Grenache Blanc, as needed.  Pistoleta is bright, fresh and fruit driven, with notes of citrus and stone fruit.  It's an excellent accompaniment to Thai or Mexican food, and a great choice to have before dinner.  

This is a substantive, structured wine, with a classic profile. Flavors include anise, plum, and mint jelly, and it maintains an acidic backbone which guarantees that it will hold well under further aging. For now, it will benefit from a decanting and a thick steak.

Several years ago we realized that in order to make a significant amount of really good dry Rosé in the Southern French style, we would need to plant and grow for rosé. We selected classic rosé varieties like Grenache, and planted them on their own roots in cooler sites, to encourage more vigor, later ripening, and naturally higher acidity.

This is the canned version of our popular Rose' of GSM, sold in 4 packs of 250mL each.  It's dangerously convienent and delicious just about anywhere.

The Ox Block stands in contrast to the Steelhead Run Viognier.  Richer, with more citrus and girth in the mid palate, the Ox Block ages very well over time and compliments rich fare.  The Ox Block is our awkwardly oriented, steep, Estate planting.  At one time, we considered employing a team of oxen to farm this block.

91 points, Wine Enthusiast