Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Union Sacré Wines “Sangio” – Sangiovese – 2024
Paso Robles, California 🇺🇸

Overview
A chillable, carbonic-fermented Sangiovese crafted in a fresh, playful style. Unfined and unfiltered, this 2024 bottling leans into vibrancy and drinkability rather than structure or oak influence. Designed to be served cold, it highlights Sangiovese’s natural acidity and red-fruit purity in an easygoing, modern expression.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright and inviting, with fresh cherry, cranberry, and wild strawberry at the forefront. Hints of pomegranate and subtle herbal notes follow, keeping the profile lively and clean rather than savory or earthy.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied and energetic, driven by crisp acidity and a smooth, supple texture. The carbonic lift makes it affable and refreshing, with no tannic grip to weigh it down. Extremely easy to drink.

Food Pairings
Charcuterie, simple pizzas, tomato-based pastas, grilled vegetables, fried chicken, or picnic-friendly fare. Equally enjoyable on its own as a chilled aperitif.

Verdict
A charming, approachable take on Sangiovese that prioritizes freshness and fun. Not a traditional expression, but a well-executed chillable red that delivers exactly what it promises.

Did You Know?
Carbonic fermentation enhances fruit-forward aromas and soft textures, making wines like this especially suited for chilling and early enjoyment.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
A dangerously drinkable chillable red — the kind of bottle that disappears quickly and keeps you reaching for another pour. — 2 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Union Sacré “Noble” 2022
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A vigorous and wildly expressive skin-contact white blend crafted in Paso Robles’ Tin City. Composition: 34% Pinot Gris, 34% Pinot Blanc, 32% Riesling. Union Sacré is known for its Franco-Californian artisanal edge, and Noble embodies that spirit—a hazy, unfiltered, dry wine that leans into the modern “orange wine” style while keeping it approachable and refreshing.

Aromas & Flavors
Bursts with peach, tangerine peel, grapefruit zest, and white flowers. The Riesling brings tension and aromatic lift, Pinot Gris provides stone fruit depth, while Pinot Blanc adds texture and backbone.

Mouthfeel
Fresh, bright, and layered with a lingering but pleasant finish. The skin contact gives a subtle tannic grip, while fermentation in concrete vats enhances minerality and freshness.

Winemaking Notes
Hand-sorted grapes undergo 14 days of skin maceration in concrete vats, then the wine is aged 5 months before bottling. Unfined, unfiltered, naturally hazy—a hallmark of its artisanal character.

Food Pairing
Pairs effortlessly with grilled shrimp, saffron rice, Mediterranean mezze, or summer salads. Also a perfect “patio pounder” when served chilled.

Verdict
Union Sacré Noble is a playful yet serious orange-styled wine, combining freshness with rustic authenticity. A conversation starter and a crowd-pleaser—exactly what Tin City Paso Robles is all about. Cheers! 🍊✨
— 10 months ago

Neil Valenzuela

8.9

Medium ruby color. Aromas of plum, black cherry, leather and dried herbs. Fig, cherry and blackberry on the palate. Interesting SLH Pinot.

🏅92 Points - Beverage Dynamics — 4 months ago

Ted

8.9

Fun orange wine. Grapefruit. It is a cuvée of 4 different grapes I think. — 8 months ago

with Jeni

Eric Urbani

9.3

An unusual and surprisingly good skin contact Gerwurz. Gorgeous pale rose color, dry, abv 12.1%. Check out Union Sacré wines out of Paso - v interesting lineup. $28. Fruit is from Monterey. — 2 years ago

Kelsey Schuyler

9.0

Great skin contact wine, closer to white. Slight bit of sweetness but not a too much. Very refreshing — 2 years ago

Wil Chow

9.1

It’s like Midori went to grad school, traveled to Paris, staged at a small Michelin 1, learned the art of subtlety, the beauty of nuance, and come to appreciate the beauty of a long silence — 7 months ago

with Erin

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.2

Great for paso! Reminds of a bojo. — 7 months ago

Ann Elizabeth Mekala

9.0

Light, fruity with a hint of tomato. Super super drinkable. One of my favorite every day wines. — a year ago

Natalie Jacobs

9.9

so delish - floral and fruity, and paired well with a variety of cheeses. giving honeysuckle — 2 years ago

with Kaitlin