Koehler Santa Ynex Valley Gris Natural Wine 2024

Koehler Santa Ynez Valley Gris Natural Wine 2024

A vibrant, skin-contact Pinot Gris from Santa Ynez Valley, crafted with minimal intervention and pure vineyard expression.
The 2024 Koehler Gris Natural Wine showcases the winery's commitment to low-intervention winemaking, offering lifted aromatics, textural depth, and a refreshing, fruit-driven profile. Unfined, unfiltered, and fermented with native yeasts, this is a lively, character-rich natural wine.

Key Details

• Producer: Koehler Winery
• Region: Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County
• Varietal: 50% Grenache Gris, 50% Grenache Blanc
• Vintage: 2024
• Style: Natural wine, skin-contact, minimal intervention
• ABV: 12.5%

Tasting Notes

• Wild strawberry, white peach, and citrus peel
• Hints of melon, rose petal, and subtle spice
• Light tannic grip from skin contact
• Fresh acidity with a clean, mineral-driven finish

Profile & Craft

• Native yeast fermentation
• Unfined and unfiltered for maximum texture and purity
• Skin-contact maceration giving color and structure
• Minimal sulfur added only at bottling

Serving & Pairing

• Serve slightly chilled (50-55°F)
• Pairs with charcuterie, grilled vegetables, seafood, and Mediterranean dishes
• Ideal for natural-wine enthusiasts and orange-wine drinkers
• Best enjoyed young for freshness and vibrancy