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For Grenache, there is no finer time than Grenache Day to sample one of our favorite varieties. We are highlighting three here.
Also for your reading enjoyment here is a link to the Grenache Day article I wrote for WineBusiness.com when the industry was not falling apart and there were advertisers to support more freelance writing.
Grenache has come a long way, baby!
Please note Grenache champion Winery Sixteen 600, one of my personal favorites, is hosting a Grenache celebration Friday night at their downtown Sonoma tasting room. Should be fun and a very fine assortment to sample from!
WINERY SIXTEEN 600
Friday September 18 at the Tasting House 589 First St West Sonoma 5-9pm France, Spain, Australia, Sonoma, Napa, Paso, Walla Walla, wherever… Bring bottle to share Taco Truck from @costas_tacos and surprise guest on the mic 🎤 Hip Hop & Grenache RSVP @sixteen600 #grenache
MORE GRENACHE
Preston Farm and Winery | Winemaker’s notes
“The 2023 Grenache shows exceptional refinement, complexity, and length. The tightly-wound nose, which currently gains a great lift from decanting, leads with hibiscus petals and wild strawberry fruit, complemented by dried Mediterranean herbs and anchored by mineral notes of crushed black stone. A lively tension introduces the mouth; induced by a balancing act of silken and sumptuous texture, buoyant acidity, and a firm-but-gentle structure that stays out of the way until you realize its length and staying power. Flavors of tangy berry, jamaica tea, cherry cobbler and anise go along for the ride.”
Blend: 86% Grenache, 12% Carignane, 2% Mourvedre
Extra Dimensional Chalone Brosseau Grenache | My notes
Chalone Brosseau Grenache 2023 - My tasting notes written for Slow Wine Guide USA: “Pinot-esque in its lightness of being. Sheer and translucent with delicate cherries and more complex flavors.”
Tablas Creek Grenache | Winery notes
“A pretty nose of red licorice, coffee bean, berry cobbler, black pepper, and soy. On the palate, flavors of black cherry, baker's chocolate, plum skin, and bramble thicket. The finish shows mouth-coating texture and some fairly substantial Grenache front-palate tannins, with lingering notes of red fruit and licorice.” $45.
I would have liked to list their Aloutte Grenache in box but it is sold out. However the Alouette is still available in bottle.
Have your own little Grenache tasting!
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