Idlewild 2023 'Flora & Fauna' Rose, Mendocino County

Idlewild 2023 'Flora & Fauna' Rose, Mendocino County

Item Number: 20619

UPC: None

Country: USA
Region: California
Sub Region: Mendocino
Appellation/AVA: Mendocino County
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2023
Grape(s): 41% Nebbiolo / 30% Dolcetto / 29% Barbera / Grignolino
Type: Wine - Rose
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 11.5
Viticulture: Practicing Organic
Soil Type: Gravel and sandstone

For 2023, the rosé is a co-fermented blend of 41% Nebbiolo, 30% Dolcetto, and 29% Barbera and a touch of Grignolino. While the wine is designated as Mendocino County, the fruit largely comes from Fox Hill Vineyard. Located southeast of Ukiah on Mendocino’s Talmage Bench, the soils are well drained with high concentrations of gravel and sandstone.

Reviews

  • Vinous
    Rating: 91 (5/21/2024)

    The 2023 Rosé Flora & Fauna possesses lovely midpalate depth and fine balance, not to mention tons of pure charm. Sweet red cherry fruit, white pepper, orange peel and a whiff of nutmeg all run through this delicate yet resonant rosé from Sam Bilbro and Idlewild.