Happy Thursday! Since I was too busy to post last weekend, I decided to do a midweek post. Tonight, I've decided to open a bottle of a recent wine club selection from DaMa Wines, the 2022 Columbia Valley Grenache. This wine is a perennial favorite of mine, as it's a 100% Grenache, offering a true perspective on this fascinating and food-friendly varietal. So, let's see how this wine is tasting.
The wine is lighter bodied, exuding a bright ruby color, just as you'd expect from a nice Grenache. A gentle swirl reveals aromas of leather, violet and kirsch, with undertones of peppery spice. The first sip is a rush of sweet fruit up front, strawberry, plum and raspberry, that takes an unexpected turn toward some tart cherry midpalate. The tannins are supple and supportive of the smooth dry finish, with just a hint of spice at the end.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's just a really interesting take on Grenache, that is likely the best vintage I've had from DaMa. This wine would pair well with a wide range of hearty fall dishes, from braised short ribs to butternut squash bisque, herb-crusted rack of lamb to wild mushroom risotto. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with a classic fall dinner of grilled pork tenderloin and blistered cherry tomatoes, served with mashed sweet potatoes and oven roasted Brussels sprouts. Cheers!
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