Desparada is a boundary-pushing California winery based in the Tin City district of Paso Robles, celebrated for its rule-breaking, terroir-driven white and red blends. Founded by owner and winemaker Vailia From, the label reflects her adventurous, nomadic spirit and an intuitive approach to vinification. Free from rigid New World dogmas, Valia balances Old World inspiration with bold cellar choices, crafting wines that result in an array of aromas and flavors. With the help of her all-female winemaking crew, her critically acclaimed portfolio elegantly captures the raw vitality of the Central Coast.
Desparada aims to source from organic, biodynamic and sustainably-focused vineyards whenever possible, and use low intervention methods in their winemaking; this Sauv Blanc is even fermented with native yeasts!
JEB DUNNUCK 92 POINTS - "All Sauvignon Blanc and aged four months in a mix of neutral barrel, amphora, new acacia, and new French oak, the 2024 Fragment is medium to light gold-hued and delivers vibrant, forward aromatics of citrus, minty herbs, and a kiss of chalky minerality on the nose. It's clean, balanced, and medium-bodied on the palate, with nicely integrated acidity and a great finish. There are 1,463 cases. It's another impeccably made white from Desparada. Drink this over the coming 3-4 years or so. Drink 2026-2030."
Desparada aims to source from organic, biodynamic and sustainably-focused vineyards whenever possible, and use low intervention methods in their winemaking; this Sauv Blanc is even fermented with native yeasts!
JEB DUNNUCK 92 POINTS - "All Sauvignon Blanc and aged four months in a mix of neutral barrel, amphora, new acacia, and new French oak, the 2024 Fragment is medium to light gold-hued and delivers vibrant, forward aromatics of citrus, minty herbs, and a kiss of chalky minerality on the nose. It's clean, balanced, and medium-bodied on the palate, with nicely integrated acidity and a great finish. There are 1,463 cases. It's another impeccably made white from Desparada. Drink this over the coming 3-4 years or so. Drink 2026-2030."
