2022 Cuvee Clark
The 2021 Cuvée Clark stands as a heartfelt homage to John Clark, the founding winemaker of Rava Wines, marking his final vintage before his passing in 2023. This assemblage embodies the deep collaboration between John and Chad Rava, the dedicated farmer behind the vines. With precision and passion, it captures the essence of their partnership, showcasing the harmonious balance between vine and craft that John championed throughout his career. The Cuvée Clark serves as a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy in winemaking.
This lively Italian blend displays notes of crushed cherry and spiced plum complimented with dark cocoa powder. The flavors are red licorice and raspberry preserves, with bright acidity on the finish. The balance and structure of this wine ensure a long life.
The Calabrese and Barbera grapes were hand picked on the same day and co-fermented in small fermentation bins. To achieve maximum flavor and color extraction, the bins were punched down three times daily. When the fermentation reached dryness, the wine was pressed and transferred to French oak barrels where it aged for 3 years.
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Varietal Composition | 68% Calabrese
32% Barbera |
| Appellation | El Pomar District |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 90 |
The estate vineyards start with a 505 continuous acre property, located in the El Pomar District, one of 11 sub appellations in the Paso Robles AVA. Once home to an Arabian Horse Ranch, Rava Estate was established in 2016 by Chad and Lauren Rava.
Located adjacent to Rava Winery, the estate vineyard is planted to 15 signature varietals from Italian and French origins. You will find Grenache, Teroldego, Nebbiolo, Negro Amaro, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Meunier, Calabrese, Tannat and Merlot.
The vineyard features warm daytime temperatures and cool marine breezes late in the day that flow through the Templeton Gap. The soils are a mix of loam, clay and limestone, providing excellent drainage and ideal growing conditions.
The 2021 Cuvée Clark stands as a heartfelt homage to John Clark, the founding winemaker of Rava Wines, marking his final vintage before his passing in 2023. This assemblage embodies the deep collaboration between John and Chad Rava, the dedicated farmer behind the vines. With precision and passion, it captures the essence of their partnership, showcasing the harmonious balance between vine and craft that John championed throughout his career. The Cuvée Clark serves as a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy in winemaking.
