Steric has helped winemakers across the nation transform their products. From large-scale vineyards to boutique wineries, our technology has enabled producers to balance flavors, eliminate flaws, and enhance mouthfeel, leading to improved wine quality, brand reputation, and customer satisfaction.
A premium Napa Valley winery had a Grenache that was presenting as thin and candied and did not meet their high standards. They were resigned to declassifying a premium product on their bulk wine market between $20-$30/gallon. Steric processing added much-needed density and structure to the wine, allowing them to sell it under their own premium label at $75/bottle.
2021 marked a difficult year for Napa vintners with harsh heats and local wildfires. Despite their best efforts, this winemaker’s Cabernet Sauvignon was lacking in certain qualities characteristic of the wine. As a result of having to be picked early to avoid these difficult conditions, the wine was missing the deep red fruits, full body, and subtle chocolate notes indicative of Napa Cabernets. The wine was destined to be sold to the bulk market for a fraction of its worth.
With the help of the Steric Process, this winemaker was able to reclaim the flavors that their wine had lost. After less than an hour of testing, the two teams found an expression that brought out the trademark flavors they were searching for with the addition of toasted coconut and a rich, luxurious mouthfeel. Steric was able to transform their entire vintage into the ideal expression of 2021, saving the vintage and allowing the winemaker to put it on the market for just under $300 a bottle.
Steric’s innovative process brings an additional tool to your winemaking. Our technology gives you a “control knob” that complements traditional winemaking methods, allowing you to achieve your desired outcomes time and again.
Fully integrate acid, fruit, tannin, and alcohol for a harmonious result.
Remove over-oaked notes and off-flavors, revealing the wine’s true potential.
Produce multiple SKUs from the same base wine, offering variety and distinction.
Achieve a fuller, more balanced mouthfeel that elevates the wine-tasting experience.
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