2023 Forlorn Hope, Queen of the Sierra Estate Rorick Heritage Vineyard Red Wine Sierra Foothills Clos Saron resulting in a natural pearlescent

resulting in a natural pearlescent effect when poured over ice or mixed with tonic

Upon arrival in the cellar

3-day macerated fruit and carbonic maceration

and in places

Farming: Certified Organic (CRAEGA)

2023 Forlorn Hope, Queen of the Sierra Estate Rorick Heritage Vineyard Red Wine Sierra Foothills Clos Saron resulting in a natural pearlescentField 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.