Vibrant, untamed, and wonderfully complex, this inaugural Natural Wine from Sheehan Winery is a celebration of the 2023 harvest and the beauty of minimal intervention winemaking. Produced through a spontaneous, naturally occurring fermentation that remained active throughout harvest, new grape varieties were added several times each week, creating a living fermentation unlike any other wine in our cellar. A blend of more than 25 grape varieties, the wine bursts with aromas of fresh berries, wildflowers, citrus peel, orchard fruit, and savory spice. The palate is energetic and layered, revealing bright red fruit, stone fruit, herbal nuances, and subtle earthy complexity. Fresh, textured, and full of life, this wine reflects both the vintage and the adventure of letting nature guide the process.

Appearance:

Brilliant ruby with youthful purple highlights and a naturally vibrant appearance, reflecting minimal intervention and freshness.

Nose:

Wildly expressive, offering aromas of raspberry, blackberry, cherry, citrus peel, white flowers, orchard fruit, fresh herbs, and delicate spice. Every swirl reveals new layers of complexity.

Palate:

Dry and lively, with an ever-evolving mix of red berries, plum, peach, citrus, and savory herbal notes. The extraordinary diversity of more than 25 grape varieties creates remarkable depth, texture, and freshness.

Structure:

Medium-bodied with bright natural acidity, fine tannins, and a beautifully energetic mouthfeel. Minimal intervention preserves the wine's purity, vitality, and authentic expression of the vintage.

Finish:

Long, vibrant, and evolving, lingering with fresh fruit, floral notes, spice, and a subtle earthy minerality that invites another sip.

Food Pairings:

Crafted by Sheehan Winery as its first natural wine, this one-of-a-kind blend represents an exciting new frontier in the winery's evolution. Produced through spontaneous fermentation with minimal intervention and incorporating every wine made during the 2023 harvest, it captures the spirit of experimentation and the diversity of New Mexico viticulture. Pair with charcuterie, roasted vegetables, wood-fired pizza, mushroom dishes, grilled chicken, or simply enjoy while discovering the wine's ever-changing personality with each glass.