Carnala

Carnala 2023 was born from the rugged beauty of our certified organic Thibido Vineyard, nestled in the Willow Creek District of Paso Robles — where coastal breezes, steep hillsides, and limestone soils cultivate bold yet balanced fruit. In its sixth leaf, our estate vineyard continues to evolve, offering more depth and character with each vintage. Each varietal — Carignan, Mourvèdre, Syrah, and Grenache — was hand-harvested, meticulously sorted, and vinified separately using native yeast fermentations. For added concentration, we performed a 20% saignée on the Carignan during cold soak, intensifying its character. After separate aging in French oak barrels, the final blend came together in July 2024 and was returned to a mix of new and neutral 300L French oak, where it matured to harmony.

On the nose, Carnala opens with earthy tones of light tobacco, mushroom, and dried cranberry, layered over rich plum and strawberry sauce. The palate is smooth and spice-kissed, with black pepper, cinnamon, cherry, and rhubarb dancing across a gentle structure. Its vibrant purple hue with a whisper of rose hints at the lush complexity within.