Rosé

Located in the rugged terrain of northern California, near the banks of the Upper Russian River and the foothills of the Mayacamas, Saracina Vineyards encompasses a 400-acre working ranch and California Certified Sustainable winery. Amidst breathtaking vistas and rolling hills, this biodiverse estate boasts a grove of 140-year-old olive trees, vegetable gardens, beehives, alpacas, goats, and a variety of native wildlife. Family lies at the core of the estate—a principle upheld since its establishment in 2001. Since 2018, the Taub family has proudly stewarded the land, forging an even stronger foundation for excellence through extensive soil analysis and pioneering a full organic conversion and water conservation system. With Saracina Vineyards, the Taub family is committed to bringing Mendocino to the forefront of quality winemaking, showcasing the unique terroir and dedication to sustainability that define their approach.

The year was marked by an even growing season, with moderate rainfall, particularly in the early part of the growing season. We picked at a modest 21 Brix on September 12. The grapes were sourced from Niemi Vineyard in Redwood Valley, grown meticulously on lovely Red Vine series loam.

The grapes were hand-picked at dawn, and a blend of whole clusters and destemmed, lightly crushed fruit was loaded into the press for a one-hour soak prior to pressing. The juice was tank fermented cold and remained on lees for three months prior to bottling.

Spring has sprung and the grass is up, so if you’re wondering where the rosé is, it’s right here at Saracina Vineyards. Our 2025 is the best and brightest yet, with citrus rind and alpine strawberry aromatics, an incredibly refreshing entry, great mid palate and pleasing length.