Frog's Leap Winery
Flycatcher 2024
California
Flycatcher is Frog’s Leap’s California-wide red blend, celebrating diverse vineyards beyond Napa Valley. Sourced from like-minded growers across multiple appellations, it reflects the winery’s core philosophy of balance, restraint and natural vineyard expression. Fresh, structured and food-friendly, Flycatcher evolves with each vintage while maintaining authenticity and drinkability.
VINEYARD
Flycatcher sources from a carefully curated set of sustainably-farmed vineyards across three distinct California appellations. Old-vine Zinfandel comes from the Five Starr Ranch in Lodi's Mokelumne River sub-AVA, where vines planted in 1963 grow in the sandy soils classic to the region — producing the generous, warm-fruited core of the blend. Petite Sirah and Merlot are sourced from steep hillside and high-elevation sites in Mendocino County, where windswept terrain and earthy, well-drained soils yield savory depth and bright acidity. Syrah comes from an outcropping of volcanic tufa soil in Carneros, lending spice and floral complexity. Cinsault, Carignane and Tempranillo round out the assemblage, each contributing texture and lightness of being.
WINEMAKING
Grapes from each vineyard site are harvested separately and partially co-fermented to integrate varietal character from the earliest stages of production. Native yeast fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, with gentle extraction techniques employed throughout to preserve fruit purity and vibrancy. The co-fermentation approach allows the varieties to speak in concert rather than as isolated components, resulting in a seamlessly layered and cohesive blend.
VINTAGE
A perfect follow-up to the fabulous '23, 2024 had an even, warm growing season with no serious heat spells. Steady warmth pushed ripening evenly, allowing the fruit to retain great acidity and freshness.
TASTING NOTE
Vibrant aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry and bramble, lifted by floral and peppery top notes. The palate is juicy and layered with dark plum, dried herbs and a hint of cocoa.
FOOD PAIRING
Grilled lamb and roasted meats, wood-fired pizza, charcuterie boards, herb-roasted chicken, mushroom-based pasta dishes.
Color
Red
Blend %
36% Carignane, 15% Cinsault, 13% Petite Sirah, 13% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 9% Tempranillo, 4% Zinfandel
Appellation
California
Certifications
SUSTAINABLE
Trade Materials
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Stone fruit and white flower aromatics are perfectly complemented with crisp, minerally flavors. Fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve the purity and distinctiveness of this noble grape.
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Grown in cool clay and crafted with care- this Merlot is a refined, age-worthy wine of both subtlety and strength. Showing deep plum and cocoa notes with soft tannins and a savory finish, aged in a mix of small French oak barrels to enhance texture without overpowering the wine’s natural elegance.
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Zinfandel
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Made in the classic field blend style including significant portions of Petite Sirah and Carignane. Vibrant raspberry and black cherry fruit with hints of spice and earth, balanced by bright acidity and moderate tannins—crafted from dry-farmed, organically grown vines and aged in neutral oak to preserve its varietal purity and freshness.
