Technical Data
Composition
88% Grenache, 12% Syrah
Alcohol %
14.9
Acidity
0.525 g/100mL
pH
3.73
Harvest Brix
24.5-25.7
Harvest Date
10/31 - 11/13/23
Production
471 cases
Vineyard Sources
100% Rodney's Vineyard (Blocks P1, P2, N2 & J2) 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 44% were new
Cooperage
Leroi, Mercurey, Atelier
Technical Data
Composition
88% Grenache, 12% Syrah
Alcohol %
14.9
Acidity
0.525 g/100mL
pH
3.73
Harvest Brix
24.5-25.7
Harvest Date
10/31 - 11/13/23
Production
471 cases
Description
A dark ruby in the glass, our 2023 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.
