Stolpman Vineyards "GDG" Gamay 2022

Wine Type: Red
Vintage: 2022
Bottle Size: 750mL
Grape Variety: 100% Gamay
Appellation: Ballard Canyon AVA
Country: United States
Region: California – Santa Barbara County
Producer: Stolpman Vineyards
Winemaker: Ruben Solorzano & the Stolpman team
Vineyard: Estate Gamay plantings on limestone-rich hillsides in Ballard Canyon
Soil: Limestone and sandy loam
Farming: Organic; dry-farmed; regenerative practices
Alcohol: 12.0%
Fermentation: Whole-cluster, carbonic-leaning fermentation in tank; native yeasts; gentle extraction; aged briefly in neutral vessels; bottled unfined & unfiltered

Tasting Note:
A vibrant, chillable California Gamay bursting with energy. Juicy raspberry, sour cherry, and cranberry zip alongside crushed violets, white pepper, and a little earthy crunch. The palate is light, bright, and mouthwatering—crisp acidity, soft tannins, and a lively finish that’s all red fruit and mineral lift. Serve with a chill and pair with burgers, Korean BBQ, charcuterie, or weeknight pasta.

About the Producer:
Stolpman Vineyards, farming on limestone in Ballard Canyon, has built a reputation for fresh, soulful wines rooted in regenerative agriculture and minimal intervention. Under vineyard maestro Ruben Solorzano, the estate works organically, harvests by hand, and pursues purity over polish. Their “So Fresh” series—where GDG lives—spotlights carbonic ferments and juicy, low-alcohol drinkability. GDG (Good Day Gamay) is the most joyful of the lineup: bright, crunchy, and dangerously easy to drink.