Sandlands is the personal project of Tegan and Olivia Passalacqua. Tegan is the Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Turley. The line-up encompasses some of the forgotten classic California varieties, primarily grown in decomposed granite from regions and vineyards that have been farmed for many generations but have remained the outliers of California viticulture. The wines made at Sandlands include Syrah, Trousseau, Carignane, Mataro, Chenin Blanc and at long last a Zinfandel from Kirschenmann Vineyard.
Crimson in color. 13.3% ABV. Equal parts Bechthold Vineyard Cinsault, Spenker Ranch Carignane and Kirschenmann Vineyard Zinfandel. All of these vineyards date back over 100 years. Pretty nose of red fruits, baking spices, iron and earth. Medium body with medium acidity. Light, crisp and refreshing. Cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and minerals on the palate. Nice length on the finish. Charming and easy to drink. Best over the next several years…