Dry Creek

Winemaker Notes

After harvesting at 19 Brix and a whole berry press, we barrel fermented 100% of this wine, using 15% New Acacia wood to build a rich mid-palate and complexity. The subtle hue and aromas of ruby red grapefruit and strawberry introduce the senses to this wine. Melon, peach and strawberry juice explodes on the palate with hints of minerality, vibrant acidity, and a long mouth-watering finish.

Vineyard Description: This vineyard is located on Dry Creek Road directly across the street from the winery. It is farmed by Randy Peters, who was born on the property and is named after his late mother, Pauline. It is planted in the famous Cortina soil to a Grenache Noir clone with rootstock 101-14 and Grenache clone 362 with rootstock 1103.

100% Grenache

About Kokomo Winery

Kokomo Winery is perched on the East side of Dry Creek Valley amidst the 120 acres of prime benchland vineyards of Timber Crest Farms.  Owner and Winemaker Erik Miller started the winery in 2004 naming it after his hometown of Kokomo, IN, and decided on a Coastal Cypress Tree as a logo to signify his move out west. Kokomo currently produces over a dozen different varietals and several single vineyard designates which are farmed by his partner in the winery, grower Randy Peters.  Kokomo Winery focuses their terroir-driven wines on the three distinctive appellations of Sonoma County – Russian River, Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. This dynamic partnership of a grower and a winemaker ensures the winery’s ongoing commitment to quality and consistency for future vintages.  Kokomo Winery has been making its mark in Sonoma County, unfailingly earning 90+ ratings, Best of Class, and Gold Medals across all of their varietals since the beginning. Kokomo Winery takes pride in being a family winery and the minute you walk into their tasting room it’s very apparent.  The Kokomo team have created a place for visitors to enjoy a comfortable and laid back wine tasting experience immersed in their cellar and surrounded by wine barrels.  Erik’s taken his Hoosier hospitality and infused into his friendly tasting room team at Kokomo. You’ll always be greeted with a warm welcoming smile and an unassuming approach to wine tasting.