Product Overview
Winery's Notes
"Planted in 1972, Shell Creek Vineyard is among the first vineyards planted in San Luis Obispo County. The vineyard is located in the Paso Robles Highlands District and is organically farmed by the sixth generation Sinton family of California farmers. Since 2013, Daniel Sinton has been carefully overseeing the Shell Creek Vineyard and cattle of the Avenales and Canyon Ranches.
This remote vineyard sits beneath limestone cliffs featuring marine fossils after which the vineyard was named. Though located in a warmer part of the Paso Robles area, the climate also provides wide diurnal temperature shifts that drastically cool the vines overnight.
The 2024 Shell Creek Chenin Blanc balances opulence and freshness. Aromas of quince, ripe pear, white flowers, ginger, wool, a bit o’ honey, and wet stone all waft from the glass, while vibrant acidity and minerality invigorate the palate."
Varietal Composition: 100% Chenin Blanc
Appellation: Paso Robles Highlands District AVA
Vineyard: Shell Creek Vineyard
Aging: 10 months on lees in neutral oak barrels
Production: 340 cases
93 Points, "Editors' Choice" - Wine Enthusiast
"Clean aromas of citrus peel, pear flesh and stone converge on the dynamic nose of this bottling from vines planted in 1972. The palate is tense and grippy, offering bright lemon, lime and apple flavors." -MK, 3/1/25
