Region: Central Coast, California, USA (Paso Robles / San Miguel)
Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Bright passionfruit, preserved lemon, elderflower bouquet, crushed limestone minerality, dried white sage, and a texturally structured, phenolic finish
Pairing: Baja fish tacos, grilled rosemary chicken, goat cheese crostini, yellowtail crudo, or programmatic charcuterie boards
High Camp Wines is an authoritative, adventure-inspired boutique estate located in the rugged hills of San Miguel, a distinct, high-toned northern subzone within the world-class Paso Robles AVA of California’s Central Coast. Operating as a family-run property, High Camp prioritizes old-world, low-intervention viticultural techniques designed to bridge the gap between traditional West Coast sunshine and contemporary natural winemaking styles. Sourcing exclusively from sustainably and organically managed vine rows rooted in chalky, well-draining soils, the estate benefits from a dramatic diurnal shift—where intensely warm daylight hours are tempered by cool maritime evening breezes pushing through the Coast Range. In the cellar, the winemaking methodology embraces a strict hands-off framework, relying on spontaneous fermentations, neutral aging vessels, and minimal inputs to craft raw, deeply expressive small-batch wines defined by high energy and raw drinkability.
The 2025 Skin Contact Sauvignon Blanc completely upends traditional California white wine standards, transforming a famously linear grape variety into a texturally dynamic, amber-hued powerhouse. Sourced from estate-managed parcels harvested at optimal phenolic ripeness, the hand-selected grape clusters undergo a meticulous extended maceration on their skins. This specialized skin-contact technique allows the juice to pull rich golden color, exotic citrus phenols, and structured, tea-like tannins directly from the grape skins before being gently pressed off into neutral aging vessels. Allowed to mature for a precise six months in barrel to settle naturally, this raw vintage is bottled completely unfiltered with exceptionally low sulfite additions. The resulting highly scannable palate beautifully juxtaposes Sauvignon Blanc's signature laser-like acidity with an intricate, savory matrix of tropical fruit and chalky, mouthwatering mineral tension.
Region: Central Coast, California, USA (Paso Robles / San Miguel)
Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Bright passionfruit, preserved lemon, elderflower bouquet, crushed limestone minerality, dried white sage, and a texturally structured, phenolic finish
Pairing: Baja fish tacos, grilled rosemary chicken, goat cheese crostini, yellowtail crudo, or programmatic charcuterie boards
High Camp Wines is an authoritative, adventure-inspired boutique estate located in the rugged hills of San Miguel, a distinct, high-toned northern subzone within the world-class Paso Robles AVA of California’s Central Coast. Operating as a family-run property, High Camp prioritizes old-world, low-intervention viticultural techniques designed to bridge the gap between traditional West Coast sunshine and contemporary natural winemaking styles. Sourcing exclusively from sustainably and organically managed vine rows rooted in chalky, well-draining soils, the estate benefits from a dramatic diurnal shift—where intensely warm daylight hours are tempered by cool maritime evening breezes pushing through the Coast Range. In the cellar, the winemaking methodology embraces a strict hands-off framework, relying on spontaneous fermentations, neutral aging vessels, and minimal inputs to craft raw, deeply expressive small-batch wines defined by high energy and raw drinkability.
The 2025 Skin Contact Sauvignon Blanc completely upends traditional California white wine standards, transforming a famously linear grape variety into a texturally dynamic, amber-hued powerhouse. Sourced from estate-managed parcels harvested at optimal phenolic ripeness, the hand-selected grape clusters undergo a meticulous extended maceration on their skins. This specialized skin-contact technique allows the juice to pull rich golden color, exotic citrus phenols, and structured, tea-like tannins directly from the grape skins before being gently pressed off into neutral aging vessels. Allowed to mature for a precise six months in barrel to settle naturally, this raw vintage is bottled completely unfiltered with exceptionally low sulfite additions. The resulting highly scannable palate beautifully juxtaposes Sauvignon Blanc's signature laser-like acidity with an intricate, savory matrix of tropical fruit and chalky, mouthwatering mineral tension.
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.