Withers Grenache 2018 (750ml) Reuda

Withers Grenache 2018 (750ml) ReudaThe grapes for this wine are grown in the Sierra Foothills of California. The wine is aged for 2 years in 100% neutral French oak. Grape varieties : 89% Grenache, 7% Mourvdre, and 4% Syrah Soil : Granite volcanic caldera Alcohol : 13. 4% Tasting notes : Inspired by our heroes in the Southern Rhne who focus on the more ethereal, mineral driven side of this lovely varietal. It offers delicate, flinty and persistent aromas of roasted red and citrus

subtle toastiness and a fresh finish

this wine is the purest expression of the Mencia variety – a wine created by theEarth and brought to your glass with minimal intervention in thevineyard and cellar

zesty lemon and wet chalk

A medicinal finish is carried through with relaxing tannins and plenty of acid

Aroma: Initially closed

The finish closes with a little of arnica

The Tablas Creek Vineyard Côtes de Tablas is a blend of four estate-grown Rhône varietals: Grenache

This vineyard was originally planted for Ancien Wines in 1998 with cuttings tracing back to the Swan estate in Sonoma County and Dijon 115 - followed by cuttings from Ed Penhoet’s vineyard in Carmel Valley

as well as pralines and vanilla flavors

Blend : 88% Merlot

Fashioned by the terroir in which they are rooted

91pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate