ARCHETYPE12 WINES

meet the archetypes

The Archetypes are the core expression of our winemaking philosophy.
Working with the best fruit we can find each year, we craft wine, see what personality traits it portrays, and forge it as one of the 12 Primary Archetypes. When we produce another wine that mirrors the same characteristics as V.2021's The Sovereign, for instance, it may not be Mourvèdre, or even from the same region, but it will maintain that same sense of decadence and regality.

If you find you resonate with one or more Archetypes, we hope you will try each future expression as forged.

The LOVER

Intimate & Vibrant

The Lover is a sensual and affectionate Rosé of Tempranillo
sourced from the Columbia Valley AVA. 60 bottles produced.

The Citizen

Approachable & Friendly

The Citizen is a light-bodied, approachable, and sessionable Pinot Noir inspired by the Willamette Valley's early years. 50 cases produced.

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The Sovereign

Decadent & Regal

The Sovereign is a full-bodied, rich, and decadent Mourvèdre from just outside the Red Mountain AVA fit for royalty. 50 cases produced.

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The SAGE

Wizened & Grounded

The Sage is a enlightened and transcendent Syrah with a full-body & the potential to meditate (age in your cellar) for a decade plus. 50 cases made.

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introducing the "persona series"

Wines released under the "Persona Series" are extremely-limited-production (sometimes under 10 cases) more subtle expressions of the various personas any of the 12 primary Archetypes can take.