"Sixto means rebirth and resurrection.
" -Winemaker Charles Smith Inspired by the story of musician Sixto Rodriguez and the acclaimed documentary film "Searching for Sugar Man," Charles wanted to revive something similarly abandoned but hoping to be rediscovered.
Sixt became a "revitalized Chardonnay project" for winemaker Charles Smith and winegrower Brennon Layton, with the first vintage released in 2014.
The brand is comprised of four outstanding wines: three single vineyard wines (Frenchman Hills, Moxie and Rosa Hills Chardonnay) and a blend of the three vineyards (Uncover Chardonnay).
Sixt focuses exclusively on old vine Chardonnay from high altitude, cool climate vineyards in Washington State.
Elegant and delicate.
Shhh...listen...this may be the best Rosa ever! Aromas of peach seeds, melon rind, crushed almonds and chalk.
Then I take a sip and...ahh...apricot zest, nutmeg, lemon zest.
Long, satisfying, and non-stop! Vineyards Rosa Hills Vineyard (100%) Located at an elevation of 1323 feet, Rosa Hills Vineyard is located on the south side of Rattlesnake Hills on a south-facing slope.
Planted in 1977, the majority of the vines are on soils of loamy silt and chalk interspersed with chunks of crushed basalt.
The 2019 vintage started slowly with later than average budbreak and fairly mild conditions throughout the year, making it a cooler year.
While some fields had freeze issues in October, a little earlier than normal, our high altitude fields have excellent air movement, which allowed us to extend the growing season into late October without any freezes.
The result is fantastic ripeness, resulting in beautiful wines with incredible balance and character.
Overall, the 2019 wines, regardless of varietal, are beautifully balanced, with exceptional flavor and balance.
Sixto is a brand created by Charles Smith and Brennon Layton, specialising in old vine Chardonnay.
Inspired by the legendary musician Sixto Rodriguez, who rose to fame through the documentary film "Searching for Sugar Man," Sixt is a series created to rediscover the greatness of old-fashioned Washington State Chardonnay, breathe new life into it, and release it to the world.