Stolpman Vineyards Para Maria 2023

Viticulture

Selected from vineyard sites by veteran Stolpman Vineyard Manager, the Grape Whisperer, Ruben Solorzano.

Vinification

50% of the Syrah ferments whole-cluster, un-crushed (carbonic), remaining (later picked) Syrah and Petit Verdot 100% de-stemmed and crushed.

Neutral 500L French Oak Ermitage Mt. La Vache Puncheon for 11 months

Tasting notes

High-toned red perfume over classic, serious Syrah savoriness on the nose. In the mouth, gushing, ripe red and purple flows of fruit dominate a deeply enjoyable, hedonistic journey. Thick, broad body with zero perceptible drag, all tannin and acid are fully integrated already upon release.

Winery Description

Leading Syrah Producer of Ballard Canyon AVA

Over 20 years ago, Thomas Stolpman, discovered what many might describe as one of the greatest viticultural sites on earth. Hidden in the hills of California’s Central Coast, on a rare Limestone outcropping & unobstructed from the Pacific Ocean wind, this unique land is ideally suited to grow Syrah and Roussanne grapes. Stolpman is committed to preserving this natural environment for thier vines through natural farming, dry farming, & sustainable employment. In the winery, they prefer native fermentation & minimal manipulation.

Dedicated to sensible farming & winemaking, they believe that they can create natural, vibrant, site-specific wines, with a focus unique to Ballard Canyon AVA, California. Their 220-acre property, of which 153 acres are currently planted to grapes, lies on three major limestone ridgelines in Santa Barbara County. By implementing revolutionary viticultural techniques, they push the dry-farmed limestone vines to unprecedented levels of quality.