Robert Sinskey Vineyards 'Scintilla Sonoma Vineyard' Vin de Terroir Abraxas, Los Carneros, California

Shimmering aromatics and electric freshness define the 2019 Robert Sinskey Vineyards Scintilla Sonoma Vineyard Vin de Terroir Abraxas, a white blend that immediately signals clarity, energy, and intent. Built from four aromatic varieties grown side by side and blended by taste rather than formula, this cuvée reflects a thoughtful, site-first approach. It captures the Sinskeys’ long-standing belief that great wine begins with healthy soils, patient farming, and a deep respect for the land’s voice.

Product Details:

• Owners: Robert Sinskey & Maria Sinskey
• Grape Variety: Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer
• Alcohol: 13.4%
• Farming: Organic and regenerative
• Harvest: Hand-harvested at night; varieties picked separately
• Fermentation: Whole-cluster pressed; cool fermentation
• Vineyard: Scintilla Sonoma Vineyard

Sensory Description:

Aromatic and precise, the wine opens with chamomile, lemongrass, and vanilla blossom before unfolding into layers of Meyer lemon, kumquat, grapefruit, Anjou pear, honeydew melon, and lychee. The palate is generous yet crisp, supported by a firm mineral backbone, marked by oyster-shell salinity and flinty tension. Each component contributes to a balanced whole, with bright natural acidity carrying the flavors through a zippy, mouthwatering finish. The vintage shows remarkable harmony, marrying aromatic lift with structure and texture in a way that feels both expressive and composed.

Winemaker's Background:

Robert Sinskey Vineyards has long been a leader in organic and regenerative viticulture, guided by the conviction that farming can restore ecosystems while producing more expressive wines. The Scintilla Sonoma Vineyard itself is a testament to that philosophy, painstakingly restored from degraded land through decades of cover cropping, composting, and soil rebuilding. By allowing vines to draw nutrients naturally and ripen slowly in a cool climate, the estate consistently produces wines of depth, balance, and unmistakable character.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well-chilled to highlight its aromatic clarity and vibrant acidity. This wine excels alongside vegetable-forward dishes, seafood, shellfish, and subtly spiced cuisines, and is especially compelling with ingredients that often challenge wine pairings, such as asparagus, artichokes, and herbs.