2021 GSM

Saureel Vineyard, El Dorado

Tasting Notes 

You asked for it, so it’s back! Our first GSM blend in a few vintages features big aromatics of chocolate covered strawberry, coffee liqueur, cola and marshmallow against a backdrop of brooding dark fruit. The palate of this wine yields firm but fine grain tannins and a lingering finish of dried sage, white pepper and vibrant fruit. 

Winemaking Notes 

This vintage the varietals all reached ripeness at the same time, and we were able to ferment them together, allowing for a perfect harmony to come through in this wine. After fermentation we pressed the wine only lightly, to extract less tannin, allowing for a supple and drinkable wine without harsh structure. 

Aging 

Aged in a mix of used and new American Oak barrels for 18 months. 

Food Pairing 

We highly recommend barbecued or roasted red meats with this delicious wine! For a vegetarian or vegan option try teriyaki marinated, grilled portobello mushrooms, roasted stuffed mushrooms, or veggie burgers with caramelized onion.  

Wine Specs 

34% Syrah, 33% Mourvèdre, 33% Grenache 

14.2% alcohol 

123 cases produced