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2019Grenache

The 2019 Tenor Grenache was crafted from a single vineyard, named Thunderstone, which is located in Washington State’s Royal Slope AVA. Farmed using sustainable practices, the vines were limited to one cluster per shoot for maximum concentration. After a warm growing season, they were hand-harvested in the early morning of October 11th, 2019. Upon arriving in the winery, each cluster was hand-sorted and berry-sorted. Fermented in stainless steel tanks for over three weeks, the resulting free run wine was then moved to three 500L French oak puncheons (33% new) for 16 months of cellaring. Three puncheons barrels were bottled (unfined and unfiltered) in April of 2021, resulting in only 165 cases.

Tasting Notes

Spiced raspberry, black tea, spring flowers, and dark spice. Aromatics of sweet red fruit, ripe currant, and vanilla bean, all equally integrated so as to present a complex wine in a coy, almost playful way. Palate shows restrained weight, with layers of texture and volume. A wine built of anticipation, it’s a wonderful start to our first ever Grenache vintage.

Labeled Appellation

Columbia Valley

Varietal Composition

100% Grenache

Alcohol

13.9%

Cases Produced

165

Drinkability

Now - 2028

Awards & Accolades

"Spiced strawberries, white pepper, cedar, and white flowers notes all emerge from the 2019 Grenache, a pure, balanced, medium to full-bodied Grenache with supple tannins and terrific balance. It’s Pinot Noir-like in its mouthfeel and balance but still brings plenty of Grenache richness. It's impeccably made and will evolve for 8-10 years."

- 92 points Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com

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