Groundwork is Curt Schalchlin’s project which focuses solely on pure expression of single Rhone varietals from the Central Coast. Kicking off in the 2007 vintage with the Groundwork Grenache, these wines focus on one grape and have less winemaker influence than the Sans Liege brand i.e. minimal oak influence, shorter aging cycles and less concentration. These wines are the foundation of the winery, providing more understanding of each varietal in its most pure form and providing building blocks to begin the creation of Sans Liege Wines.
Groundwork is Curt Schalchlin’s project which focuses solely on pure expression of single Rhone varietals from the Central Coast. Kicking off in the 2007 vintage with the Groundwork Grenache, these wines focus on one grape and have less winemaker influence than the Sans Liege brand i.e. minimal oak influence, shorter aging cycles and less concentration. These wines are the foundation of the winery, providing more understanding of each varietal in its most pure form and providing building blocks to begin the creation of Sans Liege Wines.