Emme Wines 'Pink Lemonade' Ricetti Vineyard, Redwood Valley, California

Bright red fruit, citrus peel, and vivid floral energy burst from the glass in the 2025 Emme Wines 'Pink Lemonade' Ricetti Vineyard, a joyful yet carefully constructed field blend that balances freshness, texture, and playful drinkability. Produced from organically farmed old vines in Redwood Valley, this unfined and unfiltered wine reflects Rosalind Reynolds’ thoughtful blending of multiple fermentation styles to capture both the structure and exuberance of Ricetti Vineyard in a single bottle.

Product Details:

• Winemaker/ Owner: Rosalind Reynolds
  
• Vineyard: Ricetti Vineyard
  
• Farming Practices: Organic, dry farmed
  
• Harvest Dates: September 2 and September 22, 2025
  
• Alcohol: 12% ABV
  
• Cases Produced: 450
  
• Varieties: Abouriou, Zinfandel, Colombard, Valdiguié, Carignan
  
• Fermentation: Indigenous yeast fermentation
  
• Vinification: Combination of skin-fermented and partial carbonic field blend components
  
• Aging: 5–6 months in neutral barriques
  
• Additions: Minimal sulfur, 20 ppm total SO2
  
• Production Style: Unfined, unfiltered, no additions beyond sulfur
  
• Bottling Date: February 23, 2026

Sensory Description:

The nose opens with exuberant aromas of wild strawberry, pink grapefruit, watermelon candy, hibiscus, blood orange, and tart cherry alongside delicate herbal and savory undertones. The palate balances juicy fruit with energetic acidity and subtle tannic structure, creating a wine that is simultaneously vibrant and grounded. The earlier pick contributes darker fruit depth, spice, and grip from the Abouriou and Zinfandel skins, while the carbonic-fermented second pick adds lifted aromatics, crunchiness, and fresh red fruit character. Colombard brings tension and brightness throughout, tying the blend together with citrus-driven freshness. The finish is lively, mineral, and intensely refreshing with lingering notes of raspberry, citrus zest, and floral spice.

Winemaker’s Background:

Founded by Rosalind Reynolds in 2018, Emme Wines is rooted in organic farming, minimal intervention winemaking, and a deep respect for the collaborative nature of wine. Working closely with small growers across Northern California, Reynolds crafts wines that emphasize freshness, transparency, and emotional connection as much as technical precision. Indigenous fermentations, restrained sulfur use, and unfined, unfiltered bottlings allow each wine to express both vineyard and vintage honestly. The playful name ‘Pink Lemonade’ references the wine’s vivid, electric-pink appearance during fermentation, capturing the joyful spirit that defines the Emme Wines philosophy.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve lightly chilled at 10–12 °C in a universal wine glass. Perfect with grilled vegetables, tacos, charcuterie, fried chicken, picnic fare, Mediterranean dishes, or spicy cuisine. Its bright acidity and juicy texture also make it highly versatile for casual outdoor gatherings and warm-weather meals.