No Girls Wines is a partnership between famed Cayuse vigneron Christophe Baron and longtime friend and Cayuse general manager, Trevor Dorland. The fruit comes from the Cayuse La Paciencia vineyard, which means patience—appropriate as the project was ten years in the making. The vines are tightly spaced and planted on an angle, giving No Girls a profile all its own. Karen Gasparotti is the “Vigneron” at No Girls.
The name No Girls comes from a mid-19th century building Christophe purchased. Just past the main entrance, at the top of a flight of stairs, the words “no girls” were painted on the wall. The decades old sign was a symbol that this house of ill repute had been shut down. The wine label is an actual photograph.
Crimson in color. 13.5% ABV. Savory nose of red fruits, olive brine, bacon fat and smoked meats. Medium body with perfect acidity. Impressive concentration and structure. Cherry compote, salted meats, olive tapenade and a hint of ruby red grapefruit on the palate. Exceptional length on the finish. Big, rich Tempranillo that continues to age well. Best over the next 2-4 years.
My rating: 93 points.
The 2023 will be released to the mailing list next year. I am a buyer. Sign up for the waiting list. Be patient.
The Christophe Baron portfolio, known as Bionic Wines, includes Cayuse, Horsepower , No Girls, Hors Categorie and Champagne Christophe Baron. I am not sure what is next on the horizon for Christophe but I look forward to being a part of it.