2023 STiRM "Calcite" Cienega Valley White Blend

The “Calcite” White Blend is STiRM’s crisp, quaffable, everyday white that is infused with the distinctive minerality of this region’s soils. Named after the specific type of limestone found here, Calcite is a racy, mouthwatering blend composed of 72% Riesling from Wirz Vineyard, 16% Chenin Blanc, and 12% Chardonnay from the Gimelli Vineyard that is right next door. The Riesling gets foot-trodden and 36 hours skin contact, while the Chenin Blanc and Chard are direct press. Native fermentation in neutral oak. A low 29ppm total SO2. Absolutely fantastic with oysters, or a panzanella.