Madson Gamay Noir Sta. Rita Hills 2023

Country: USA

Region: Central Coast

Type: Red Wine

Grape: Gamay

Madson Wines is a collaboration between Cole Thomas, Ken Swegles and Abbey Chrystal out of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The trio is committed to celebrating the terroir of these mountains, highlighting the natural freshness and acidity grapes are able to retain here. They work mostly with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, showcasing single-vineyard bottlings as well as blends, with a focus on energy and elegance.

The Madson team leases vineyards throughout Santa Cruz Mountains, enabling them to take full control over vineyard management. The team’s farming practices are entirely organic, and they have helped transition many vineyards that they lease. They have also gone a step further with a pledge to operate at 100% carbon neutral. Wines are generally bottled without fining or filtration, and with little to no sulfur.

From vines sourced from the Santa Rita Hills. Certified organic. The vines are wind-swept, keeping the vineyard temperatures cool. This gamay was carbonically fermented with whole clusters of fruit. After a spontaneous fermentation, the wine was aged for 6 months in aged oak. Aromas of vanilla, baking spices and black tea. On the palate, fresh cherry, cinnamon and clove.