Winemaker Notes
Red fruit-driven, this blend has a "bonk" of aroma and flavor that catches you right away. It's loaded with strawberry, raspberry, and black cherry. And it's intense! Herbal and mineral notes follow the onslaught of berries. Flavors are dominated by strawberry and raspberry, too. There's a savory herbal note with red and black licorice on the finish. There's a richness throughout from Syrah and pepper from Petite Sirah. It's a big sassy girl.
Blend: 45% Mourvedre, 42% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 3% Petit Sirah (Durif)
With bold fruit flavors and accents of sweet spice, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the base of the classic Rhône Red Blend, while Carignan, Cinsault and Counoise often come in to play. Though they originated from France’s southern Rhône Valley, with some creative interpretation, Rhône blends have also become popular in other countries. Somm Secret—Putting their own local spin on the Rhône Red Blend, those from Priorat often include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In California, it is not uncommon to see Petite Sirah make an appearance.
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