Gibson Ranch Heritage
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release, though its vibrant structure allows it to evolve beautifully over a decade.
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Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, wild mushroom tart
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Hailing from the historic Gibson Ranch in Mendocino County's McDowell Valley, this exceptional heritage red blend is sourced from some of the oldest vines in California, originally planted in the late 1890s. Bedrock Wine Co. crafts this field blend to honor the site's unique viticultural history, where ancient Grenache and Syrah grow alongside rare heirloom varieties. The vineyard's location benefits from dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, which imbues the wine with a striking balance of vibrant acidity and deep, concentrated fruit. Vinified with minimal intervention and aged primarily in neutral French oak, the Gibson Ranch Heritage Red reveals a complex aromatic profile of wild mountain berries, cracked black pepper, savory dried herbs, and a distinct mineral undertone that reflects its rugged terroir.
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Founded in 2007 by winemaker Morgan Twain-Peterson MW in Sonoma, California, Bedrock Wine Co. is dedicated to preserving and showcasing California's historic, old-vine vineyards. Operating out of Sonoma, the winery focuses on crafting expressive, site-driven wines from ancient, often field-blended vineyards planted in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Bedrock is highly acclaimed for its field-blend 'Heritage' wines, particularly from the iconic Bedrock Vineyard in the Sonoma Valley, alongside exceptional single-vineyard Zinfandels, Syrahs, and field-blended whites. Through minimal-intervention winemaking, they champion the preservation of California's viticultural heritage, producing wines of remarkable complexity, structure, and longevity. Address: 414 1st St E, 95476 Sonoma, California, United States Website: https://bedrockwineco.com