2023 Alium Pinot Gris Futures

Alium explores another depth of expression from our ever-evolving Pinot Gris vineyard. Forty days of skin maceration roots Alium in an earthbound tone and bends Antiquum Farm's tropicality toward an herbaceous savory character, while the textural tension lends layers of density and intrigue.

TASTING NOTES
Alpine strawberry, melon, thyme, and dried lavender intertwine with a rich and layered texture. This thought-provoking and cellar-worthy wine explores another level of depth and potential for Pinot Gris.

HARVEST NOTES
The fruit was picked at night and destemmed at the winery. Primary fermentation occurred in open top vessels with daily punch-downs and gentle pump-overs. After the completion of alcoholic fermentation, the wine stepped on the skins until a textural shift had taken place. After a light pressing, the wine was aged in neutral French oak barrels for six months.