Flywheel 2022 Mourvedre Boer Vineyard Chalone

This wine is an engaging and vibrant expression of Mourvèdre—rich, savory and mineral-driven rather than overly heavy. From the limestone slopes of the Chalone AVA, it offers dark fruit and earthy texture with a freshness that keeps it lively and focused.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Crafted by the boutique label Flywheel Wines, the 2022 Mourvèdre is grown exclusively at the Boer Vineyard in the Chalone AVA of Monterey County. This high-elevation, limestone-rich site features dramatic diurnal swings and thin soils, which naturally restrict yields and concentrate flavour. The vineyard setting emphasizes terroir (chalky, decomposed granite and carbonate rock) and the minimalist winemaking ensures that the grape and site dominate. Fermented in native yeast, aged in neutral or minimal-new oak barrels to preserve varietal expression and mineral energy—this is a small-lot production showcasing Mourvèdre’s less-familiar Californian side.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Aromas open with black cherry and bramble fruit, followed by fragrant dried herbs (rosemary, thyme) and a distinct mineral note of chalky stone and slate.
Palate: Medium-bodied and finely textured—ripe plum and dark blackberry are intertwined with pepper spice, olive brine and leather-suede nuance. The tannins are present yet smooth, while the finish reveals a cool­-mineral thread and lightly wild herbal edge.
Finish: Long and refined—lingering dark-fruit skin, cracked black pepper, a touch of earth and forest-floor, and that signature Chalone limestone grip which invites reflection and another sip.

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