Just Because

Sourced from organically farmed Homestead Hill Vineyard, this 100% Syrah was crafted with patience and a touch of daring. After hand-selecting only the best clusters, Josh sealed the clusters into a fermentation vessel for seven weeks of untouched carbonic fermentation — no yeast, nutrients, or sulfur added. Since we launched the Thibido brand in 2021, Just Because has been a wine to push boundaries and reimagine what a Paso Syrah can be. For the 2024 vintage, pristine Syrah clusters from the organically farmed Homestead Hill Vineyard in the Willow Creek District of Paso Robles were hand-selected and placed as whole, intact clusters of fruit into a sealed, oxygen-free vessel. With no added yeasts, nutrients, or sulfur, the clusters were left untouched for seven full weeks of carbonic fermentation — an extended, unconventional approach for this playful style. After pressing, the wine was gently transferred into neutral French oak for finishing, allowing the purity of fruit and the uniqueness of the process to shine. The result is a pure, expressive Syrah with a lively, approachable character made in extremely limited production with just 30 cases available to club members first.

In the glass, Just Because 2024 glows with a vibrant purple hue. The nose is fresh and lifted, offering bright notes of red currant, strawberry, and a whisper of green herbs. On the palate, the wine is light in texture yet deeply flavored — juicy red fruits of cranberry, raspberry mingle with a subtle earthy edge and spice. Silky, easy tannins and a lively acidity glide across the finish. A cool-climate Syrah at heart, it surprises with elegance and a refreshing lift, unlike anything you might expect from Paso Robles.

This playful Syrah is a versatile partner at the table. Did we mention it’s a chillable red for hot summer nights? Made for sharing and savoring, try it with an grilled chicken thighs, BBQ ribs or a simple charcuterie spread. However you enjoy it, Just Because is a reminder that wine should bring an element of delight to your table.