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J. Brix Wines

Uncontainable Rose' of Cinsaut 2018

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Tasting notes

Cinsaut at 11.5% ABV from a dry-farmed, decomposed granite site makes for a genuinely delicate rosé: chalky texture, bright acidity, and red fruit that doesn't tip into sweetness. Foot-trodding and native-yeast fermentation in neutral vessels keep it honest and place-driven rather than winemaker-driven.

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  • Style: Dry, light-bodied rosé; 100% Cinsaut; chalky and bright; 11.5% ABV
  • Grapes & Terroir: 100% Cinsaut; Hagata Vineyard, Triple B Ranches, northeastern hills of San Diego County; decomposed granite soils; dry-farmed vines planted 2013
  • Winemaking: Foot-trod; native-yeast fermentation; neutral vessels; unfined, unfiltered, no cold stabilization
  • Serving: Serve at 45-50°F; no decant needed; drink young
  • Pairing: Oysters, shrimp tacos, burrata with arugula, brunch dishes
  • Similar To: For fans of Provençal rosé and light-touch natural wines who want a California take with real place character

This is 100% Cinsaut grown at Hagata Vineyard, part of the multi-generational Broomell family's Triple B Ranches in the northeastern hills of San Diego County near Valley Center. The vines were planted in 2013 specifically for dry-farmed rosé production, on a former citrus farm whose decomposed granite soils suit the Rhône variety well. Farming practices at Triple B Ranches are essentially organic.

Jody and Emily Towe of J. Brix fermented this wine using native yeasts in neutral vessels, as is standard across their entire range. The grapes were foot-trod prior to pressing. The wine was left unfined and unfiltered, with no cold stabilization. At 11.5% ABV, it sits on the lighter end of the California rosé spectrum.

J. Brix first worked with Hagata Vineyard fruit in 2016, relaunching the Uncontainable as a single-vineyard Cinsaut rosé. That debut vintage drew national attention despite a production of around 75 cases. The 2018 continues that same minimalist approach: no additions beyond sulfur dioxide as needed, and nothing stripped out.

San Diego County's northeastern hills deliver the warm, dry Mediterranean days and the significant Pacific-driven nighttime temperature drops that keep this wine's acidity intact despite the sunny growing season.

The chalky finish and zesty acidity make this a natural alongside oysters, shrimp tacos, or burrata with arugula. It also works well with brunch fare where a heavier wine would overwhelm. Keep it cold and drink it young.

Wine details

Dry/Sweet:, Dry
Wine Type:, Rose Wine
Wine Style:, Light Body
Grapes:, Cinsaut
Farming:, Organic
Vintage:, 2018
Alcohol:, 11.5%
Country:, USA
Region:, San Diego
Appellation:, South Coast AVA
Bottle Size:, 750ml
Sugar Level:, Zero Added Sugar

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Producer profile

J. Brix Wines

J. Brix Wines was founded in 2009 by Jody Brix Towe and Emily Towe, San Diego residents who began as volunteer harvest interns in California's Santa Maria Valley in 2007. Their first vintage was three barrels made in their two-car garage in San Diego. Jody holds a background in horticulture, which informs his approach to vineyard evaluation and seasonal decision-making. Emily handles writing, design, and co-winemaking. They are the winery's only two employees.

The winery operates out of a warehouse facility in Escondido, California. Fruit is sourced from vineyards across San Diego County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, and Calaveras County. J. Brix typically produces up to 16 different wines per year in small quantities. The winery has been featured in Vogue, the New York Times, Bon Appétit, and the Los Angeles Times.

Across all wines, J. Brix uses native-yeast fermentations and neutral vessels, principally old, neutral French oak barrels. They do not fine, filter, or cold-stabilize any of their wines. Sulfur dioxide is used only as needed. This approach is consistent across varietals and styles, from skin-contact whites and pétillant naturel to rosé and red wine.

Wine region

San Diego, USA

San Diego County is California's southernmost wine-growing county, stretching from the Pacific coast to near the Mexican border. Vineyards range from sea level to above 4,200 feet, and the climate shifts from strongly ocean-moderated in the west to near-desert conditions in the east. The dominant pattern across most vineyard sites is hot-summer Mediterranean: daytime temperatures frequently exceed 90°F during the growing season, while Pacific breezes regularly drop nighttime temperatures by 30 to 50°F. Annual rainfall is low, averaging around 13 to 16 inches depending on the valley, making dry-farming a deliberate and demanding choice.

San Diego County falls within the broad South Coast AVA, which extends from the Mexican border north through Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Within the county, the San Pasqual Valley AVA (established 1981, approximately 9,000 acres) and the Ramona Valley AVA (established 2006, approximately 89,000 acres) are the two sub-appellations with the most vine acreage. Soils across the county are largely based on decomposed granite and igneous rock, the product of tectonic activity. The northeastern hills around Valley Center, where Hagata Vineyard sits, share this granitic character. Rhône varieties including Cinsaut, Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre have shown strong affinity for the region's warm, dry conditions.

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