Winemaker
Nick Goldschmidt
It is the land that provides the ultimate counsel. With more than 20 years of experience in the Alexander Valley, winemaker Nick Goldschmidt takes his time, listens to the land for guidance, interprets the elements, and shares the creation. The River Pass Vineyard is located just north of Healdsburg in Sonoma County. Nick Goldschmidt has been working this site for 15 years. The site is divided into three sections, north, middle, and south and faces southeast. It receives gentle morning sun which permits longer hang-times and greater flavor development. The three blocks are fermented separately and then blended for best expression. Alexander Valley reds typically show red fruits in the nose and notes of herbs.
Nick Goldschmidt in the River Pass Vineyard.
Nick Goldschmidt
The Key to Blending Complex Wines
The history of this process started in my work at Simi Winery. I came from a country that is not known for Cabernet production (New Zealand) and so when I got the job it was key that I learn how to make Bordeaux reds as fast as possible.
