Grenache Blanc 2022

TASTING NOTES

Our signature varietal, this super food-friendly wine has intense aromas of green apples, nasturtiums and crushed white pepper that land on the palate with Meyer lemons, elder flowers and juicy stone fruit minerality. Pairs beautifully with seafood, salads, cream sauces, spicy Asian and Mexican food, and especially sushi!

VINEYARD NOTES

We have 3 acres of Grenache Blanc in our Estate Vineyard. Our largest varietal planting to date, these vines lie on 2 different soil types that add complexity to the finished product. These clones are Tablas Creek cuttings from the famed Chateau de Beaucastel in the Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC. Our climate is very similar to that of the Southern Rhone, with cool nighttime Delta breezes that help us retain acidity while also providing an excellent balance of fruit. Starting out moderate and promising, 2022 brought an unforgiving hot spell at harvest, so we picked a little earlier to uphold quality. Mother Nature was harsh, but kind enough to give us a higher yield than expected.

WINEMAKER NOTES

All of our grapes are hand-picked and immediately pressed as whole clusters to capture the fresh, flavorful Grenache Blanc character. The grapes were harvested in the early morning to keep acidity at its highest, providing the vibrancy in the wine. The juice is then cool fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks to highlight the pure fruit expressions.

DOUBLE GOLD Medal

2024 American Fine Wine Competition

GOLD Medal

2023 California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition