2024 Enfield Wine Co. - Chenin Blanc Jurassic Park (750ml)

From the 2024 vintage, Enfield Wine Co.’s Chenin Blanc Jurassic Park distills the electric ethos of California’s New California movement into a single, expressive bottle. Cultivated from the famed X2 block at Jurassic Park Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley, this wine hails from own-rooted vines planted in 1978 on sandy limestone soils that imprint defined mineral spine and tension. John Lockwood, a guiding voice in the project, partners with small, historic growers to craft wines that tell the best possible story about place. This limited production Chenin Blanc embodies that philosophy with clarity and purpose.

Origin and Winemaking

Grown in the X2 block at Jurassic Park Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley

• Fermented with native yeast in neutral 500L oak puncheons
• Undergoes full malolactic fermentation
• Aged 11 months on lees
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal SO2

Tasting Profile

Full throttle Chenin with texture, bright acidity, and a touch of wildness that invites lingering exploration. On the nose and palate, you’ll find a compelling blend of lanolin and honey alongside mandarin peel, peach, chamomile, and flinty apple. The intensity is balanced by lively acidity, carrying through a long, energized finish that reveals layers rather than a single impression.

Food Pairings and Serving Suggestions

• Seafood: grilled scallops or halibut with citrusy sauces, shellfish in light but vibrant preparations
• White meats: roast chicken with herbs or light citrus glazes
• Cheese & small plates: creamy goat cheese, soft Alpine cheeses, or aged cheeses with nutty undertones
• Accompaniments: almonds or lightly spiced dishes that echo the wine’s mineral backbone

Why this wine stands out

This Chenin Blanc captures a rare California interpretation of a grape more commonly associated with the Loire. It marries the region’s sun-drenched intensity with the cool, coastal influence of Santa Ynez, delivering a wine that is both unmistakably Californian and remarkably precise. With its restrained approach to fining and filtration, it presents a transparent, place-driven experience that rewards thoughtful pairings and attentive cellar patience. A true expression of small-production philosophy, designed for those who seek nuance, clarity, and storytelling in every pour.