2018 Abacela Grenache

Fault Line Vineyards,
Umpqua Valley,
Southern Oregon,
Oregon

14.5% alcohol

Empty bottle weight: 19.2 ounces // 547 grams

Cork closure 

335 cases produced

Grenache, pronounced greh-nosh, is such a versatile grape and pairs really well with many types of dishes! It’s usually lighter-bodied with high acidity, a perfect mate with all kinds of food.

Grown at Abacela’s estate vineyard, the Grenache grapes are east/west oriented in order to gain more shade. They are just a short tractor ride from the winery, where Andrew Wenzl, Abacela’s long-time winemaker, processed the freshly harvested grapes. He chose to age this wine in 100% neutral French oak barrels, a smart decision that allows the fruit to shine through in the glass. I also really enjoyed how the tannins changed as this wine opened up!

Color:

Garnet red

Bouquet:

Raspberries // dark chocolate // mint // bing cherries // hint of anise

Palate:

Tart // red and black plums // raspberries // cherry cola // cat tongue tannins that softened with time in the glass // red licorice // sour cherries // vibrant acidity

Food pairing suggestions:

Pork empañadas // garlic-herb grilled chicken wings // polenta and sweet potato mash with mushroom sauce // Thanksgiving dinner

Scoop up this wine deal by ordering here:

SRP $30

www.abacela.com

Be sure to tell us how you like it in the comments!

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Our Why Wine? interview with Earl Jones of Abacela

2020 Abacela Albariño

2020 Abacela Grenache rosé

2016 Abacela Tinta amarela

2015 Abacela Reserve Tempranillo

2015 Abacela South Face Block Reserve Syrah

2017 Abacela Tempranillo Fiesta

2019 Abacela Albariño

2019 Abacela Grenache rosé

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