Winemaking
Daily sampling and analysis of the Robola grapes ensured that they were picked at optimal ripeness. The grapes were hand harvested and chilled. They were then sorted, de-stemmed and crushed. Only the free run must was fermented in stainless steel. Each year we keep back a small amount of wine in a Fleur de Quintessence French oak barrel. This allows us to blend wines using the solera method, adding complexity and depth to the finished wine. The 2022 Crossed Paths has 8% Robola from 2015 - 2021. After blending, the wine sits on its fine lees with a weekly bâtonnage for 6 months before cold stabilization and bottling.