2023 Estate Sangiovese

Composition: 60% 11 Oaks Vineyard, 40% Carhartt Canyon

Nose (aromas): raspberry thicket, rich rose, allspice

Flavor (palate): red plum, black tea, orange peel

Winemaker’s Notes: The 2023 Estate Sangiovese captures the magic of a cool, slow-ripening vintage, showing poise, freshness, and remarkable depth. It pairs beautifully with aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino Toscano, which accentuate its red fruit and savory spice. For a vegetarian pairing, try grilled eggplant with balsamic glaze, which mirrors the wine’s earthy and aromatic profile. On the meat side, pork tenderloin with fennel and orange or classic Tuscan-style roast chicken highlight its elegant acidity and refined structure. A tomato-based pasta with olives and chili flakes also sings with its vibrant, mature fruit. Decanting for 30–45 minutes allows the wine’s full aromatic range to unfold.

Aging Potential: Now - 2031+

Additional Notes: The 2023 vintage was cool and extended, following a rain-rich winter and producing wines of balance, freshness, and finesse. Long hang time and steady ripening allowed for full flavor development without sacrificing acidity—resulting in one of the most vibrant and expressive vintages in recent memory. 11 Oaks Vineyard contributes Chianti-classic spice and structure, while Carhartt Canyon fruit adds youthful lift and red-fruited intensity.

“2023 will go down as one of the greats—what I call the Jordan vintage. It was a cool, patient growing season that rewarded us with purity, elegance, and balance like we haven’t seen in over a decade. This Sangiovese, from our 11 Oaks and Carhartt Canyon vineyards, captures that beauty perfectly: ripe red fruit, rose petal, tea leaf, and spice, all framed by refreshing acidity. The slow ripening gave us flavor without losing brightness, a rare gift in California. For me, this wine is pure joy—a reminder of how graceful Sangiovese can be when given time, patience, and the right conditions ”

- CHASE CARHARTT, CO-WINEMAKER