Grand Mélange 2021
The summer had been hot, with the waves of heat radiating off of the gravel soils. All the land seemed parched, when a few drops of rain began to fall from the sky, steadily increasing to a persistent shower. After an hour, the rain slowed as a light breeze blew it gently away. The leaves, drooping before, were newly perky and awake, ready to resume their reception of the resurgent sunlight.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Temecula Valley
Alcohol %
14.4
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
For 2021 we start with 73% Merlot, which delivers an appealing infusion of black cherry and clove, with 23% Cabernet Sauvignon intensifying the blend with a rich dose of dark fruits and tannin. For the finishing, touch we add 4% Cabernet Franc for a final lift of black pepper and uplifting acidity.
Winemaker Notes
Grand Mélange is our homage to the great wines of Bordeaux, where sometimes a simple rainshower can make the difference between a legendary and ordinary vintage. In Bordeaux there are two specific styles, delineated by the Gironde River. On the Left Bank of the river the wines are based on Cabernet Sauvignon, whereas on the Right Bank the wines are based on Merlot. While we have traditionally made Grand Melange in a Left Bank style, in 2021 we elected to make a change due to the extremely high quality of the Merlot harvest.
Food Pairing Notes
A suitable candidate for a decade in the cellar, or with a medium rare filet mignon.