Ode to Lulu Old Vine Rose
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years of the vintage release to capture its fresh fruit and vibrant energy, though its old-vine structure allows it to hold beautifully and develop savory complexity for up to 5 years.
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Grilled Mediterranean vegetables, classic bouillabaisse, roasted herb-crusted chicken
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Bedrock Wine Co.’s ‘Ode to Lulu’ is a heartfelt liquid homage to the late Lulu Peyraud of Domaine Tempier, the legendary matriarch of Bandol who came to define the soulful, structured potential of Mediterranean-style ros . While most modern ros s are crafted from young, high-yielding vines as an afterthought, Bedrock sources grapes for this cuv from some of California’s oldest, most historic plantings of Mourv dre and Grenache, with some vines dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sourced from prized heritage sites, including the deep, wind-swept sands of Oakley in Contra Costa County, the grapes are picked specifically for ros to preserve their bright, natural acidity. Fermented with native yeasts and aged primarily in stainless steel and neutral oak, this pale, copper-hued wine balances vibrant citrus and stone fruit notes with a deep, savory, and mineral-driven complexity that honors its old-school French inspiration.
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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