Under the dedicated direction of winemaker, Jennifer Higgins, Roth wines are crafted to produce the purest expression of the southern, sub-appellation of Alexander Valley.
Each vineyard block is separated by varietal during harvest, defining each section by maturity and richness of character.
The must is cold soaked in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks for several days prior to fermentation. This traditional process gently extracts deep color, rich flavor and phenolics from the skins.
Fermentation occurs naturally, relying on native yeasts to ferment Roth wines. These indigenous yeast strains enhance the wine’s expression. Extended maceration following fermentation encourages greater extraction of flavors and structural development. Once the maceration process is complete, the finished wines are separated by attribute and varietal, then staged for blending and barrel ageing.
The wines are aged in French oak barrels for 16-18 months. To develop balance and complexity, up to eight different types of French oak, at varying levels of toast, are utilized.
Following aging, and prior to bottling, the wines are gently clarified, yet remain unfiltered to maintain purity of expression and character.
Gentle Handling
Each vineyard block is separated by varietal during harvest, defining each section by maturity and richness of character.
The must is cold soaked in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks for several days prior to fermentation. This traditional process gently extracts deep color, rich flavor and phenolics from the skins.
Fermentation occurs naturally, relying on native yeasts to ferment Roth wines. These indigenous yeast strains enhance the wine’s expression. Extended maceration following fermentation encourages greater extraction of flavors and structural development. Once the maceration process is complete, the finished wines are separated by attribute and varietal, then staged for blending and barrel ageing.
Barrel Aging
The wines are aged in French oak barrels for 16-18 months. To develop balance and complexity, up to eight different types of French oak, at varying levels of toast, are utilized.
Following aging, and prior to bottling, the wines are gently clarified, yet remain unfiltered to maintain purity of expression and character.