COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grenache, Counoise, Syrah
PRODUCER
Newfound Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Newfound Gravels California Red is a red wine from Newfound Wines, produced in California. The blend of Grenache, Counoise, and Syrah can vary by vintage, reflecting the unique characteristics of the vineyard sites, which are often planted on gravelly soils. The producer, Newfound Wines, was founded by Matt Naumann and Audra Chapman, who prioritize a philosophy of land stewardship and natural expression in their winemaking. Their approach emphasizes listening to and reacting to what the land provides, aiming to capture the voice of their vineyard sources.
ALCOHOL
13.9%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes grown on gravelly soils.
Fact 02
Fermented with 100% whole cluster.
Fact 03
Minimal intervention winemaking.
Fact 04
Blend composition varies by vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Newfound Gravels California Red is produced using minimal intervention techniques. Grapes are fermented with 100% whole cluster and without the addition of cultured yeasts. The winemaking process emphasizes low extraction, and the wine undergoes no clarification or filtration. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 14 months in large format oak barrels (500-600 liters or 20hL Foudres), with individual vineyard lots kept separate until the final blend is created.
