San Luis Obispo County

Central Coast

Adelaida District

Clairette

White

*made with CCOF certified organic and Demeter certified biodynamic grapes

"Oops, I did it again Baby..." - Austin Powers

100% Clairette Blanche. The MAHA Clairette continues to move from strength to strength, vintage to vintage. In 2022, it stood up to 12 days of over 100 degree temperatures without falling apart, much like Grenache. Fermented in a selection of French and Hungarian barriques and puncheons (33% new) with batonage (lees stirring) weekly through fermentation and then monthly for the remainder of its 20-month elevage (aging). Striking aromatics of pineapple, peach, and quince emerge from the glass, transitioning to a rich and textural palate of almond flour cake, grilled salted nectarine, and candied citrus rind before finishing with a salty and savory edge that compliments its generous fruits. A real crowd pleaser! Drink 2024-2030

Before Anyone Else

MAHA Estate

While our Villa Creek wines represent a few different places, MAHA represents one; the place that we raised our kids, built our winery and planted our vineyard. When we first laid eyes on this estate in 2003, we knew it was destined for greatness. Our best barrels from MAHA Estate grapes are reserved for the MAHA branded wines.

The 60 acres of land that bears remarkable resemblance to some of the great estates of the Rhône Valley in France and the stunning hills of Priorat in Spain. We moved on to the property, built a small winery and spent the next 9 years preparing the land for planting. Over 2012 and 2013, 13 acres of vines were planted, bringing the MAHA Estate to life. Located 14 miles from the Pacific ocean with elevations from 1500 to 1800 feet, south facing slopes of Calcareous and Siliceous soils provide the perfect environment for growing grapes of character and complexity. We have farmed the MAHA organically and Biodynamically from day one and received CCOF organic and Demeter BIODYNAMIC® certifications in 2015. Our philosophy is that farming without the use of herbicides and pesticides, using only organic matter to build soil nutrition and energy makes the best wine with the truest expression of its place of origin. The MAHA estate brand came to fruition in 2019. 2024 marks the sixth release of the wines which continues to receive high praise from wine writers around the globe. In 2022 we became the 6th winery globally to receive Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC) which focuses on building soil health through no till agriculture, carbon sequestration, respecting animal welfare, and improving the lives of everyone who works on the farm.

We look forward to sharing our life's work with you.

JoAnn & Cris Cherry

MAHA Estate

California, United States

2017

Before Anyone Else

Adelaida District

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