Grenache
Grenache is one of the most widely planted black grapes in the world, known for producing full-bodied, highly alcoholic wines that are low in acid, tannin and colour. Its home is in Southern France, but it is also widely planted in Spain, where it is known as Garnacha, and Australia, where it accounts for the “G” in their GSM blends. In Sardinia, it is known by the name Cannonau.
To blends like Chateauneuf du Pape or other Southern French wines, Grenache adds sweet red fruit flavours (raspberry and blueberry) with a subtle, white pepper note. With age, it can develop leather and tar aromas.
Stylistically, Grenache can be made into red or rose wines, and because of its ability to ripen with high sugar levels it can also produce fabulous and age worthy dessert and fortified wines.
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Domaine de la Guicharde Massif d’Uchaux Cuvee Genest 2019
70% Grenache, 30% Syrah. The wine shows moderate to deep ruby red colour, with an almost purple hue indicative of its youth. A complex and rich mix of aroma’s, including black cherry, tapenade (black olive puree) crab apple, plum, cranberry and stewed strawberry fruit, with subtle licorice and mint. On the palate, the wine mirrors the nose, although the fruits tend to show a little more of a black nature than the pretty nose would imply. Some salty, black licorice notes on the finish, as well as a bit of alcoholic weight (15.5%).
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Domaine Font de Courtedune Chateauneuf du Pape 2021
The Charrier family purchased their farm at the eastern edge of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation in 1943. Until 1998 they delivered their grapes to the cooperative, but a new vision was established that year by the next generation, when brother and sister Caroline and Frédéric Charrier decided to produce and bottle their own wines. Today, Caroline handles the wine making while Frederic attends to the vineyards. Their estate vineyards are distinguished by sandy soils which give the wines fine tannins and great elegance. The end results are wines of distinct freshness, vibrancy and balance. The name Courtedune is a derivation from the French word Courthézon or “sand dune”.
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Domaine Saint Michel Cotes du Rhone 2023
An outstanding cuvée from a small family estate run by the Boyers from their Medieval fortified house in the Rhone valley. A delicious, classic southern Rhone red made from organic grapes of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Traditional vinification in concrete tanks, using low temperature fermentation (under 20°C / 68°F). Maceration in tanks for 2 to 4 weeks. Captivating aromas of raspberry jam, violet, and prominent hints of dried thyme and rosemary define this sun-kissed Syrah blend. Indulgent flavors of baked black cherry and grape jelly create a rich, hedonistic experience. The wine’s luxurious, silky texture beautifully contrasts with its ripe, firm tannins. On the finish, enduring notes of earthiness and spice add depth and complexity to this delightful ensemble.
$21.50