2021 Holus Bolus "Franc de Pied" Syrah, Sta. Rita Hills, California, USA
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ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from a small block at John Sebastiano Vineyard in eastern Sta. Rita Hills. This block is planted without rootstock and the clonal material was “suitcased” in from France many years ago. These vines grow on their “French feet” hence the name Franc De Pied. Loads of savory and meaty notes are mixed in with a dark fruit profile and excellent texture.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Amy and Peter have chosen the famed Santa Rita Hills AVA to plant their flag — and their vines — for good reason. Known for cool morning temperatures and warm afternoons, their hillside Sweeney Canyon vineyard exemplifies the lively and sophisticated spirit of Sta. Rita Hills.
The don’t just love the land; the work to protect it. Holus Bolus and the Joy Fantastic wines are produced from organically farmed vineyards. The Joy Fantastic is CCOF certified organic. TJF is farmed without the use of synthetic fungicides, herbicides or pesticides, instead relying on naturally based products such as cinnamon and citrus oils, clay, and geranium-based sprays, plus mechanical weeding.
“In our climate, it’s not all that much more difficult to farm organically,” said Peter. “It is a touch more expensive, but it’s the right thing to do. Does it make better wine? I think so, but I leave that up to our customers.”