Be sure to give this wine ample time in the decanter, and be sure you’re a fan of the lively white pepper character that is a hallmark of the variety. It’s here in spades on the nose and in the mouth, with dry strawberry and tart cherry fruit balancing it nicely. The finish brings a sweet oak note forward that tempers the pepper character and keeps you coming back. A natural for roast fowl – you can go big on the spice.
Alara Cellars, San Benito County (California) Grenache 2017
By Rich Cook