Tumult Wines

Discover Tumult Wines, where passion meets craftsmanship. We produce small-batch Malbec rosé and red wines from our organically farmed, two-acre vineyard in Knights Valley AVA, Sonoma County, and source premium Viognier from an organic vineyard in Red Hills AVA, Lake County. Handpicked at peak ripeness, our wines are a true expression of the place and climate we live in.
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Malbec

The growth of high-quality grapes depends largely on the climate, and our aim was to identify the ideal grape variety that would thrive in our distinctive microclimate. After consultation and thoughtful evaluation, we concluded that cultivating Malbec would be the most suitable choice. Malbec is a variety that can flourish in hot summer days and cool nights, with the potential to ripen fully by early fall.

In The Vineyard

Our Malbec grapes are cultivated using regenerative agriculture techniques that prioritize soil health and fostering biodiversity. By incorporating clover cover crops, we enrich the soil with nitrogen and organic matter while also preventing erosion. Vineyard pests are kept in check by beneficial insects, birds, and sometimes even foxes. Our eco-friendly farming practices yield luscious grape clusters that form the foundation of our exceptional wines.

Our Wines

Viognier

Rosé of Malbec

Malbec

Wine

Trade

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Our Process

  1. Wine Growing
  2. Harvest
  3. Grape Crush
  4. Fermentation
  5. Aging & Bottling

Wine Growing

At Tumult Wines, winemaking begins in the vineyard—what we call wine growing. We practice regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, cover crops, water conservation, and pollution prevention. By avoiding tilling and pesticides, we cultivate in harmony with nature, restoring the land for future generations and producing grapes that reflect the purity of our environment.

Harvest

Every grape is handpicked at peak ripeness, guided by perfect Brix and acid levels. Alongside Cesar and his skilled team, we harvest our 3,430 vines under the cool night sky, ensuring optimal freshness and flavor from vine to bottle.

Grape Crush

After harvest, our grapes head to a custom crush facility. For our crisp rosé, and delicate Viognier the juice is gently pressed and quickly transferred to stainless steel tanks. For our bold Malbec, the juice ferments with the skins, extracting deep color, rich flavors, and robust tannins.

Fermentation

Fermentation transforms grape juice into wine. Our rosé and Viognier ferment without skins for a light, refreshing character, while our Malbec ferments with skins, intensifying its structure and depth. After primary fermentation, our Malbec undergoes malolactic fermentation, softening acidity and enhancing its velvety texture.

Aging & Bottling

Our rosé and Viognier are bottled after 4–6 months, preserving their fresh, vibrant profiles. Our Malbec, however, matures for two years in new and neutral oak barrels, developing complexity and depth. Once bottled, it’s ready to be savored—each sip a testament to time, care, and craftsmanship.

3,000 Bottles Per Year

“The world looks better through rosé colored glasses.”

Anonymous

“We are all mortal until the first kiss and the second glass of wine"

EDUARDO GALEANO

“Wine is sunlight, held together by water.”

Galileo

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