
Producer
Nelsen Barter
Vintage
2023
Grape
Cinsault
Region
El Dorado, USA
Overview
California Cinsault from Nelsen Barter. Light, aromatic, chill-friendly, and built around crunchy red fruit.
Tasting Notes
“Nose: Raspberry, watermelon, rose, tea leaf, dried herbs. Palate: Light-bodied with crunchy red fruit, gentle tannin, and bright acidity. Finish: Fresh, floral, and clean.”
Nose
Raspberry, watermelon, rose, tea leaf, dried herbs
Palate
Light-bodied with crunchy red fruit, gentle tannin, and bright acidity
Finish
Fresh, floral, and clean
Also Great With
Charcuterie · Grilled fish · Roast chicken · Picnic dishes · Light pasta
Bottle
$40
Technical Profile
Appellation
El Dorado
Serving Temperature
52-56°F
Bottle Size
750ml
Body
Light
Acidity
Medium-high
Tannin
Low
Sweetness
Dry

The Story
Nelsen Barter is a small California project connected to vineyard storytelling, trade, and limited-production wines.
The Vineyard
The Cinsault comes from California fruit selected for lightness, perfume, and easy-drinking freshness.
Winemaking
Made with a gentle extraction profile to keep the wine lifted, aromatic, and chillable.
Aging Potential
Drink now through 2028.
Food Pairings
At Bar Torino
Arugula Pizza
Arugula Pizza matches the wine's lighter red fruit, acidity, and food-friendly shape.
From Our Guests
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