Slacker Wines 2020 'Computer Geek' Rhone Blend, Paso Robles

Item Number: 18879

UPC: None

Country: USA
Region: California
Sub Region: Central Coast
Appellation/AVA: Paso Robles
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2020
Grape(s): 40% Syrah / 40% Grenache / 10% Graciano / 10% Carignan
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 15.5
Viticulture: Practicing Organic
Elevation: 1,350 feet
Case Production: 260

Vineyard Notes: The 2020 Computer Geek comes from three estate vineyards farmed by Winemaker Matt Trevisan in the Willow Creek District. The driving element is Syrah from the Perch Block at Stonethrower Vineyard, located just 10 miles from the ocean at an elevation of 1,350 feet. The Syrah component is rounded out by fruit from the Estrella Block at Stonethrower Vineyard and the Cold Shoulder Block at the Linne Calodo estate. The Grenache, Graciano and Carignan hail from a mix of blocks at Stonethrower, Linne Calodo and Oakdale vineyards.

Dry farmed (Grenache, Graciano and Carignan) and deficit irrigate (Syrah). Nature-positive viticulture emphasizing biodiversity, native lifeforms and species coexistence by way of no-till, permaculture and polyculture practices. Agricultural floor managed through careful plant selection via hand-removal, mowing and grazing. Soil health managed through mulching, organic compost additions and animal grazing, including 48 head of sheep. All viticulture performed by full-time, in-house Linne Calodo vineyard team.

Winemaking Notes: Native yeast fermentation. An extended whole-cluster fermentation of the Perch Block Syrah sets the tone, driving the wine with an earthy, savory character. After fermentation, the various blocks were pressed to 228, 265 and 500-liter French oak barrels (20% new oak), where they underwent extended aging for 30 months prior to blending. Complete Linne Calodo treatment—no additional expense spared from winegrowing through winemaking, but differentiated as a Slacker blend with an emphasis on softer edges and immediate approachability.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of strawberry, raspberry, cardamom and wet loam anticipate flavors of black plum, blackberry and mocha. The palate is flush, focused and spicy with energetic textures. Whole-cluster notes of peppercorn and clove linger on a deep, integrated finish. A wine for those in the know.