Andremily Grenache 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Andremily
Label Name:
 
Grenache
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Santa Barbara County (Central Coast, California)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
15.4%
Grape(s):
 
79% Grenache, 11% Mourvèdre, 6% Syrah, 4% Graciano
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Jeb Dunnuck 97 pts (Aug 2022); Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 95+ (May 2022); Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 94 (June 2022); Wine Independent 96 (Sep 2022). a few magnums)

Tasting Note
Deep ruby with plum, blackberry, black cherry, kirsch, potpourri, ground pepper, smoked meats and exotic spice. Medium–full body, seamless texture, bright acidity, fine-grain tannins and a long, spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roasted lamb, duck confit, charcuterie, mushroom ragu, grilled pork. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Peking duck, char siu, Sichuan pepper beef, spicy miso ramen.

Production Method
Approximately 65% whole-cluster fermentation; aged ~21 months in 50% new French barrique and 600L demi-muids and 50% used French oak; bottled without fining or filtration.

Vineyard Info
Andremily (founded by Jim and Rachel Binns, 2012). Jim Binns (ex‑Sine Qua Non) crafts small-batch Rhône-style wines sourced from Alta Mesa, Larner, Slide Hill (estate) and Harrison‑Clarke vineyards.