Letter From Michael

We love the vintages that might appear to be a little more challenging than others. It allows us the opportunity to flex our skills a little. Good decisions in the cellar and the vineyard make for even better results in the bottle. 2022 was a vintage that had some of those and the whole team rose to the occasion.

High temperatures, late in the season, kept us on our toes. These Labor day heat spikes pushed us quickly into high gear right from the start of harvest as we set about carefully making our pick decisions and hitting our maximum pace in the cellar from day one. No rest for the wicked! However, the winter rains we enjoyed earlier in the year gave the vines a little more energy and resolve to help them weather the high temperatures.

The season brought more elevated tannin levels that bode well for aging. As you know, we’re in no massive hurry, and this wine might be of the same mindset – we’re looking forward to seeing how it develops in coming years. If enjoyed sooner, you’ll find that familiar rich, plush and vibrant mouthfeel, with a silky texture that glides seamlessly across the tongue. It will put a big smile on your face and that makes us happy.

We are excited to share this 2022 CIRQ release with our mailing list members in July 2025. As always, don't hesitate to let us know how we can help. Kindly email membership@brownefamilywines.com if we can assist in any way.