Made from vines that yielded less than 2 tons per acre, the wine achieves a density unusual for Grenache. The berry and chocolate flavors are thickly textured, with velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. The oak is neutral, but the wine might actually benefit from a bit of smoky wood.

rating

88
Price

$24,Buy Now
Designation

Purisima Mountain Vineyard
Variety

Grenache
Appellation

Santa Ynez Valley, Central Coast, California, US
Winery

Beckmen

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Alcohol

N/A
Bottle Size

750ML
Category

Red
Date Published

12/1/2002
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