Introduction:
The 2022 The Language of Yes “Cuvée Sinso” is a charismatic and fresh Rhône-style red blend from California’s Central Coast, created by Randall Grahm. It captures a playful yet refined take on French tradition, crafted with precision and reverence for terroir, delivering a wine that’s both charming and cerebral.

Terrior:
Sourced from cool-climate vineyards along California’s Central Coast—including Rancho Réal in the Santa Maria Valley—this wine benefits from maritime influences, sandy soils, and steady diurnal shifts. These conditions preserve acidity, aromatic lift, and varietal integrity. Vineyard blocks are farmed with sustainability in mind, emphasizing site-specific expression and minimal input.

Appearance:
Medium ruby with vibrant translucency and a glowing edge, this wine shows moderate intensity and clarity. Its youthful brilliance reflects a light touch in the cellar and a freshness-first approach.

Nose:
Expressive and aromatic, the nose leads with wild black raspberry, red plum, and cherry, followed by rose petals, fennel, and a hint of thyme. Earthy undertones of forest floor and black pepper add depth, along with a whisper of exotic spice.

Palate:
Medium-bodied and silky, the palate delivers vibrant fruit—black currant, raspberry, and wild cherry—interwoven with herbal notes of sage and savory dried herbs. A core of freshness supports the wine’s flow, with soft, fine-grained tannins and moderate acidity. The wine is co-fermented to enhance texture and aromatic complexity, and aged in neutral vessels to preserve purity.

Finish:
The finish is long and lifted, with lingering red fruit, herbal spice, and a clean, mineral tension. A gentle tannic structure offers just enough grip without overshadowing the wine’s elegance.

Overall Impression:
The 2022 Cuvée Sinso is a graceful, food-friendly red that combines Southern Rhône sensibilities with California verve. It is expressive without being overpowering, offering complexity, brightness, and a supple texture. Ideal for casual sipping or thoughtful pairing, it is both immediately drinkable and worthy of short-term cellaring.

Recommended Food Pairings:
Meat Dish: Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and smoked paprika or pork tenderloin with fennel and red wine jus.
Vegetarian Option: Ratatouille or roasted red pepper-stuffed eggplant with herbed couscous.
Cheese / Charcuterie Pairing: Aged sheep’s milk cheese (Pecorino, Ossau-Iraty), alongside saucisson sec, prosciutto, and herbed olives.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 13.3%
Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture with site-specific selection and minimal intervention
Producer Name: The Language of Yes
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: USA
Region: California – Central Coast
Grape Varietals: 64% Cinsaut, 26% Syrah, 6% Grenache, 3% Tannat, 1% Viognier
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Red, Medium-bodied, Barrel-aged (neutral oak)
Winemaking Techniques: Co-fermentation, aged in neutral oak and stainless steel to retain aromatic freshness and texture
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Standard wine bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork