Union Sacre '40 Days' Skin Contact Los Ositos Vineyard Blend 2023

Winemaking

Union Sacre approaches winemaking with a commitment to minimal intervention and natural fermentation techniques, allowing the vineyard's character to speak directly through the wine. The winery prioritizes extended skin contact on their blends to draw out complexity and texture while preserving the delicate aromatics that define their style.

Tasting Notes

This skin contact blend opens with bright citrus and stone fruit aromatics, accented by subtle floral notes that emerge from the extended maceration. On the palate, you'll find a vibrant, textured wine with a delicate tannic structure that feels refined rather than heavy—mineral notes weave through the mid-palate, adding intrigue and keeping things lively. The finish is clean and persistent, with a gentle phenolic grip that speaks to natural winemaking techniques and genuine complexity that lingers.

Producer

Union Sacre operates as a small, independent producer focused on natural and low-intervention winemaking. The winery works closely with quality-focused vineyards like Los Ositos, emphasizing transparency in their fermentation process and a commitment to capturing authentic vineyard expression rather than correcting it.

Terroir

Los Ositos Vineyard sits in California's diverse wine country, where warm days and cool maritime influence create ideal conditions for balanced ripening. The vineyard's specific microclimate and soil composition allow for the development of stone fruit and citrus characteristics while maintaining the acidity and mineral qualities that define this vintage.

Food Pairings

Try this wine with a simple preparation of grilled white fish with lemon and herbs—the bright acidity and citrus notes make it an ideal match. For something more composed, consider pan-seared halibut with a delicate beurre blanc and herb garnish. It also pairs beautifully with fresh cheese boards featuring goat cheese and young, mild varieties.