Technical Data
Composition
92% Grenache, 8% Syrah
Alcohol %
14.7
Acidity
0.490 g/100mL
pH
3.68
Harvest Brix
23.4-25.7
Harvest Date
10/21 - 11/2/21
Production
580 cases
Wine Enthusiast
93
Vineyard Sources
100% Rodney's Vineyard (Blocks P1, P2, F1) located on the Fess Parker home ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley
Barrel Aging
Aged 21 months in 100% 500L French oak Puncheons, of which 45% were new
Cooperage
Leroi, Mercurey, Atelier
Technical Data
Composition
92% Grenache, 8% Syrah
Alcohol %
14.7
Acidity
0.490 g/100mL
pH
3.68
Harvest Brix
23.4-25.7
Harvest Date
10/21 - 11/2/21
Production
580 cases
Description
A dark ruby in the glass, our 2021 Grenache is fruit-forward and aromatic with a crisp acidity. Dark fruit aromas of black raspberry, blackberry and black cherry steer the aromatics backed by baking spices, anise and lavender. We decided to blend this vintage with a touch of Syrah to add tannin and depth. On the palate, black cherry and blackberry preserve shine through rounded out by herbs de Provence, dark chocolate and vanilla.
Grenache’s spice lends itself to be paired with spiced and herb-heavy dishes. Roasted meat and vegetables or a grilled tuna steak are natural choices along with many ethnic foods.
Delicious and approachable wine represents the best of what Santa Barbara County Syrah has to offer
