Region: Redwood Valley, Mendocino County, California (Ricetti Vineyard)
Grapes: 100% Colombard
Body: Light
Notes: Bright and lively. Citrus zest, green apple, white peach, fresh herbs, and a clean, slightly tart, mineral finish. Low-intervention California Colombard with the soul of an old vine and the energy of a new producer.
Pairing: Grilled fish, oysters, light salads, goat cheese, or a sunny afternoon with absolutely nothing to do.
Emme Wines Colombard "Amando el Sol" is produced by Rosalind Reynolds at her small, organically farmed natural wine project in Mendocino County, distributed exclusively in California by Élevage. Rosalind farms her grapes organically and makes wine without additives — a philosophy as straightforward as it is uncompromising. The Colombard is sourced entirely from the Ricetti Vineyard in Redwood Valley, dry-farmed organically, with only 100 cases produced — making this one of the most limited and genuine small-production natural wines in California. Colombard is a heritage variety with deep roots in the Cognac and Armagnac regions of France, now finding a passionate new generation of advocates in California's natural wine scene for its naturally high acidity and aromatic brightness. Bottled at 12.3% ABV with minimal intervention from vine to glass.
Region: Redwood Valley, Mendocino County, California (Ricetti Vineyard)
Grapes: 100% Colombard
Body: Light
Notes: Bright and lively. Citrus zest, green apple, white peach, fresh herbs, and a clean, slightly tart, mineral finish. Low-intervention California Colombard with the soul of an old vine and the energy of a new producer.
Pairing: Grilled fish, oysters, light salads, goat cheese, or a sunny afternoon with absolutely nothing to do.
Emme Wines Colombard "Amando el Sol" is produced by Rosalind Reynolds at her small, organically farmed natural wine project in Mendocino County, distributed exclusively in California by Élevage. Rosalind farms her grapes organically and makes wine without additives — a philosophy as straightforward as it is uncompromising. The Colombard is sourced entirely from the Ricetti Vineyard in Redwood Valley, dry-farmed organically, with only 100 cases produced — making this one of the most limited and genuine small-production natural wines in California. Colombard is a heritage variety with deep roots in the Cognac and Armagnac regions of France, now finding a passionate new generation of advocates in California's natural wine scene for its naturally high acidity and aromatic brightness. Bottled at 12.3% ABV with minimal intervention from vine to glass.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.