
Rootdown 'Es Okay' Red 2022
Regular price $25.00/
REGION: MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
GRAPE(S): 30% MOURVEDRE, 28% CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 28% PORTUGUESE RED BLEND, 10% MERLOT, 2% PINOT NOIR, 2% GRENACHE
WINEMAKER: MIKE LUCIA
DRINKS BEST: NOW
Winemaker Mike Lucia has been involved in the California wine community since the early 90’s. After working with several reputable wineries Mike began his own side project in 2014 - Rootdown, referring to the effect of soil on wine, as all of his fruit is sourced from organic vineyards and produced with a hands-off approach. Becuase of the drought, the 2021 vintage is primarily syrah. The portuguese varitals underwent full carbonic maceration to produce a light, fresh, and everyday drinking wine. A delicate palate with notes of ripe raspberry and crunchy cherries is followed with a juicy, tart finish.