Enfield Wine Co. Foot Tread Rosé 2025

Enfield Wine Co. was founded by John Lockwood with a focus on old California vineyards, restrained winemaking, and wines that feel grounded in place rather than shaped by cellar technique. Before launching Enfield, Lockwood worked harvests with producers like Littorai and Failla, experiences that pushed him toward lower alcohols, earlier picking, and a more transparent style. Even the rosé wines in the lineup are treated seriously, with texture and structure carrying as much importance as freshness.

Foot Tread Rosé 2025 is built from grapes literally crushed by foot, a nod to traditional methods and gentle extraction. The wine is typically sourced from cooler California sites where acidity stays vibrant and fruit remains savory rather than overtly ripe. Instead of chasing the pale, anonymous Provençal style, Lockwood leans into a rosé with character and texture while still keeping the wine energetic and refreshing.

Fermentation is done with native yeast and minimal intervention. The foot treading allows for a softer extraction and a subtle phenolic grip that gives the wine shape on the palate. Aging takes place in neutral vessels to preserve freshness and site expression without adding oak influence. The wine is bottled with minimal sulfur and without heavy manipulation, consistent with Enfield’s overall philosophy.

The 2025 shows bright red berry fruit, blood orange, watermelon rind, and crushed herbs alongside a lightly savory edge. There is plenty of freshness, but also more depth and texture than many modern rosés. The finish carries a salty mineral note that makes it especially food friendly and easy to return to glass after glass.