“In order to rise
From its own ashes
A phoenix
First
Must
Burn.”

Octavia Butler, Parable of the Talents

 
 

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  • non-prototypical fermentations

    the CO Cellars Project is a space wherein ZAFA intentionally explores fruit wine fermentations and collaborations.

  • never outshine the master.

  • a co-fermentation of grapes and apples using native yeasts. 50ppm of sulfur was added at crush. otherwise, there is nothing else added. canned and carbonated it to two point five volumes CO2 as a carbonated fruit wine for your joy.

    (1) 375ml can = (1/2) bottle of wine.

    drink responsibly.

  • Jalapeños poppers

    Buffalo Wings

    Stuffed Peppers

    Grilled Cheese Sandwich

  • concept and design by Krista

    Inspired by The 48 laws of power by Robert Greene

  • served chilled af ( aka cold)

    drink out of glass

  • Curated by Krista as an extension to express her inspiration behind #1


Video companion

watch this before drinking the wine

Audio Companion

listen to this while drinking the wine

 
  • I get by with a lot of help from my friends and family:

    my family: (mom, aunt Tammy, uncle alton, grandma, grandpa, my dad, Diane, Amber, cousins, etc...)

    Anna boziwick

    Christopher mcmanus

    Sam Chaflin

    Marissa A Ross

    Will Files

    Tilo Hildebrand

    Josue Chanduvi

    Nick Gentile

    David Link

    Steve Conant

    Wayvine Winery

    The Colony Meadery

    Mural City Cellars

    Iron Heart Canning

    Amy Atwood Selections

    Courtney Walsh

    Counterspell Club Members

    Vinoshipper

    all of those (many) who have extended grace and patience while we gave our all to get this project done.

 

Character — the willingness to accept responsibility for one’s own life — is the source from which self-respect springs.

-Joan Didion