2004 VENTANA GRENACHE NOIR

FEATURED IN THE VALENTINES SPECIALS

It was our goal to strive for a wine with elegance, thus the name “The Lady”. Grenache Noir is a grape varietal not yet readily known in the US, but well known in France where it has been used for many centuries to create the great wines of the Rhone region. Ventana’s Grenache Noir is Estate Grown. Please note that due to US Alcohol law we must call the wine Grenache. The Varietal is Grenache Noir however.

The Grenache Noir grapes are immediately de-stemmed and placed in open-top fermentors for about two weeks or until fermentation stops. During this time the cap is hand-punched for optimum contact between the skins and the juice. The solids are left to be returned to the vineyard and the juice is pumped off into French Oak for 18 months barrel aging.

Our Rubenesque Grenache Noir displays opulent purple color and a vivacious bouquet of lilacs. “The Lady” flaunts flavors of blueberry and candied apple embraced by French oak, pleasing the palate and finishing leisurely. This is an elegant companion to hearty fare such as grilled pork or lamb – or by herself. Enjoy with friends. Salute!