Cork & Quill Log No.4
Fiction That Tastes Like Truth
Wine: Field Recordings ‘Fiction’ Red Blend
Vintage: 2023
Region: Paso Robles, California
Blend: Zinfandel, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Touriga Nacional
Vibe: Wild poetry | Unpolished charm | West Coast soul
Mood Pairing: Backyard storytelling, vinyl playing, dinner with chosen family
🍷 Tasting Notes:
This red blend reads like a mixtape—each grape its own track.
Zinfandel brings jammy raspberry and baking spice, while Syrah and Mourvèdre add depth, smoke, and texture. Touriga Nacional sneaks in with floral bass notes. The acidity is juicy and the finish is easygoing but persistent.
Note To Self :It’s like sipping West Coast sun filtered through a film camera—grainy, warm, and a little wild.
This is not your polished, buttoned-up red. It’s a wine with edge, mood, and swag. Built for people who laugh too loud and love too deep.
🪶 Reflection (Quill Section)
There’s something beautifully messy about this blend. It doesn’t follow a formula—it breaks it open. Fiction reminds us that the stories we sip don’t have to be clean or classic. They just have to be real.
🍇 Here’s to the field notes, not the final draft.
Technical Sheet
Alcohol: ~14.5% ABV
Farming: Sustainable vineyard sources throughout Paso
Vinification:
Destemmed fruit
Fermented in stainless steel and neutral oak
Aged in a mix of neutral barrels and concrete tanks
Bottled unfiltered with minimal sulfur
🍽️ Food Pairing:
Pairs beautifully with:
BBQ short ribs or brisket
Blackened salmon tacos
Grilled portobello burgers with smoked gouda
Chili chocolate or mole dishes
Tater tots and hot sauce (yes, seriously)
SX House Pro Tip: Serve slightly chilled for a fresher, funkier vibe.
🎶 Sonic Seasoning:
Press play while sipping:
Anderson .Paak – “Put Me Thru”
Leon Bridges – “Texas Sun”
Childish Gambino – “Redbone”
Arlo Parks – “Caroline”
Let the music reflect its bold yet nuanced characters.
