Creative and Unique White Wines from Paso Robles | Monochrome Wines with Winemaker David McGee
In this video, I visit Tin City in Paso Robles, California, to meet with David McGee, owner and winemaker of Monochrome Wines. David shares his passion for crafting distinctive white wine blends that showcase the diverse terroir of the region.
Discover the story behind Monochrome Wines and David's unconventional path to winemaking. With a background in aerospace, medical fields, and consulting, David brings a fresh perspective and innovative approach to the traditionally stodgy and tradition-bound world of wine.
Throughout the tasting, Austin and David explore a range of unique white wine blends, each with its own character and charm. From the Albariño and Gewürztraminer blend "Barrel Distortion" to the Gewürztraminer-dominant "North by Southwest," and the rare Albillo Mayor-based "By the Book," inspired by the white wines of Ribera del Duero, Spain.
David shares his winemaking philosophy, which centers on avoiding producing the same wine over and over again. By utilizing different fermentation techniques, such as skin fermentation, barrel fermentation, and stainless steel, David crafts a spectrum of white wines that challenge the notion of what white wine can be.
As the tasting continues, Austin and David discuss the flexibility that comes with not owning vineyards, allowing David to source grapes from various locations and experiment with different varieties and blends each vintage. This approach results in a lineup of wines that can be radically different from year to year, reflecting David's creativity and passion for exploration.
Join Austin and David on this engaging journey through the world of Monochrome Wines, and discover the art of creating unique, expressive white wine blends that push the boundaries of traditional winemaking.
THIS IS EPISODE 102 OF UNDERSTANDING WINE WITH AUSTIN BEEMAN
SPECIAL THANKS:
Chris Kern
https://pasosecco.com
https://forgottengrapes.com
Thank you for helping with the coordination and planning of my enter Trip to Paso Robles and the Central Coast, California.
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EQUIPMENT:
Main Camera: Canon R8
2nd Camera: DJi Pocket 2
Travel Bag: Peak Design Travel Line Backpack 45L.
Camera Bag: Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag.
Music Licensed from Epidemic Sound.
FTC Compliance: I have no business relationship with Monochrome Wines. This is not a paid sponsorship. See more.