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Skull Wines, California Red Wine, 2021

Red Wine from California, United States
by Skull Wines
$18.99
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A hodge-podge of organically-farmed red grapes, some more famous than others: 30% Zinfandel, 20% Syrah, 20% Mission, 10% Petite Sirah, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Alicante Bouschet. These high-octane varieties are tempered by carbonic maceration, lending a gentle fruitiness and round, supple texutre to the wine. Skull Wines is a project led by former NY somm Patrick Capiello and California alt-superstar Pax Mahle. Drink this with a roast chicken or by itself with a bit of a chill.

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More about Skull Wines

Patrick Cappiello (Sommelier of the Year 2014) and Pax Mahle make old-California-style wine the right way: organically farmed, hand-harvested, whole-cluster ferments in stainless and concrete, neutral oak aging. Just four flavors—Red, White, Rosé, Sparkling—and minimal everything else.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Other Red Grape , Red Blend , Syrah , Zinfandel

  • Vintage

    2021

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Organic

  • Style

    Crisp , Juicy , Minerally

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

What Bowler Wine has to say about this wine:

30% Zinfandel, 20% Syrah, 20% Mission, 10% Petite Sirah, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Alicante Bouschet - sourced from organically farmed vineyards. All lots were fermented separately using whole-cluster carbonic maceration in stainless steel for 6-10 days before being pressed into a mix of concrete and stainless steel to complete fermentation (all native yeasts). The wine matured for 10 months in neutral oak before bottling. 12.5% abv.

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Grilled ribeye steak, braised short ribs, beef tenderloin, pepper-crusted lamb, smoked brisket

Tasting Profile

Full-bodied California red blend with dark fruit, plum, and spice; firm tannins, good acidity, and a long, powerful, ripe finish.