Description
RED CELLAR TRIO WINE CLUB SELECTION
Shypoke Winery, located in the Calistoga appellation of Napa Valley, traces its roots to 1904, when the Heitz family established a vineyard and small winery on their family ranch, beginning a winemaking tradition that now spans five generations. The original operation, known as Michael Heitz Winery, endured the upheaval of Prohibition as the family sold grapes and converted much of its land to fruit orchards, while preserving plantings of Charbono—the distinctive grape that remains central to Shypoke’s identity. The modern Shypoke label debuted in 1996 with Charbono and Sangiovese wines made by Gary and Ginny Heitz; their son Peter took over winemaking in 2001 and now oversees the business with his wife, Meg. Its name comes from an old family term for the great blue herons that nest near the vineyard, connecting the winery to both its natural surroundings and its family heritage. Today, Shypoke continues that legacy through sustainably farmed estate vineyards and small-production wines that emphasize the character of its historic Calistoga ranch.
An unconventional blend that brings together estate-grown Grenache (46%), century-old Charbono (46%), and Petite Sirah (8%), picked together and co-fermented to create a singular expression of Shypoke’s historic Calistoga vineyard. The 2021 Shypoke KEEP Red Blend reveals a deep burgundy hue illuminated by flashes of magenta, opening with inviting aromas of blackberry compote and bramble. A generous tapestry of blackcurrant, boysenberry, blackberry, and blueberry unfolds on the palate, interwoven with delicate violet notes and savory nuances. Firm tannins provide a well-defined framework, while vibrant acidity lends freshness and energy, carrying the wine into a long, lingering finish accented by peppery spice. 13 barrels produced.
