Splurge
Villa Creek
California
2021
61% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 10% Carnigan, 10% Mourvèdre, 2% Petit Sirah
Paso Robles, California
Gently Tanins and Fresh Acidity
Aromatics of boysenberry jam, graham cracker, dried cranberry, blueberry, thyme, star anise. On the palate, strawberry jam, peach cobbler, pie crust, licorice. Rich and giving with crunchy tannins and lift. Finishes with blue fruit and structure.
James Suckling 92 Points
VS
Steal
Cru Vineyards
California
2021
Z40% Grenache, 36% Syrah 24% Mourvèdre
Paso Robles, California
Value Driven Rhone Style
The 2021 CRU GSM was sourced from the French Camp Vineyard in the Paso Robles Highlands District. Located just north of the Temblor Mountains at the southeastern corner of the Paso Robles AVA, French Camp Vineyard has one of the more unique terroirs (combination of rainfall, temperature, and soils) for growing grapes in California
Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
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