COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Jolie Laide
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Jolie-Laide North Coast Syrah 2021 is a red wine from California produced by Jolie-Laide Wines. The winery's name, translating to 'pretty-ugly,' reflects a philosophy of embracing unconventional beauty. The wine is crafted by winemakers Scott and Jenny Schultz, who focus on sourcing fruit from exceptional vineyard sites. The grapes for this vintage are sourced from high-elevation, rocky vineyards in the Yorkville Highlands of Mendocino, benefiting from coastal influence and sun exposure above the fog line. This cool-climate sourcing contributes to the wine's characteristics. The 2021 vintage is noted for its intensity and structure. Each year, Jolie-Laide wines feature new artwork by local artists, making each bottle distinct.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Jolie-Laide translates to 'pretty-ugly,' reflecting a philosophy of unconventional beauty.
Fact 02
Each bottle features unique artwork by local artists.
Fact 03
Vineyard sites are at approximately 2500 ft elevation.
Fact 04
Grapes are picked early to retain acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Jolie Laide North Coast Syrah 2021 is produced using a hands-off approach in the cellar. Grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Yorkville Highlands. The winemaking process involves foot-crushing the grapes and fermenting them whole cluster with native yeasts in open-top tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 to 14 months in neutral French oak barriques. Key aspects of the winemaking philosophy include minimal intervention, native yeast fermentation, and minimal sulfur additions before bottling. The grapes are harvested early to preserve acidity and capture cool-climate characteristics.
