Introducing Lilied by Kimmel Wines
Lilied began as an idea from Sashi Moorman to produce a soulful, rustic blend of equal parts Syrah and Cabernet Franc similar in style to wines by inconclast Provencal producer, Domaine Trevallon. The name ‘Lilied’ means to adorn as well as a combination of the names of Lilian and Edward Kimmel. Kimmel Ranch is located in the far reaches of Mendocino in western Potter Valley at the inception of the Mayacama mountain range. Located at 1000 feet of elevation the sprawling mountain range gives way to afternoon coastal breezes allowing for cool afternoons after warm summer days. The Cabernet Franc vines planted in 1980 on Franciscan shale with Saint George root stock in a California sprawl configuration.
All Kimmel wines go through elevage under the guiding hand of Sashi Moorman and his thoughtful team John Faulkner and Tim Fimpler.
The sons of Edward and Lillian, and Grandson, Jason Kimmel, piloted this project to share wine, preserve land, and honor family.