Delmas Grenache 2022

SJR Vineyard | Walla Walla Valley

The 2022 release of the Delmas Field Blend is Grenache dominant with small percentages of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault. This wine has a translucent ruby red hue with precise aromatics of kirsch, garrigue, white pepper, lavender, and licorice. Rich and multidimensional on the palate with notes of kirsch, pomegranate, forest floor, lavender, white chocolate, cracked peppercorns, bacon fat, and hints of truffles. The velvety soft tannins and crisp acidity nicely complement the flavor profile.

The signature minerality and umami notes of SJR Vineyard shine brilliantly on the very long finish. This is a wine of beauty, elegance, and grace. This wine should reach a lovely phase of maturity in 6-8 years and drink well for 12+ years.

86% Grenache, 6% Syrah, 4% Mourvèdre, 4% Cinsault

Process

Cold soak average 128 hours | Punchdowns 2-3 times/day during fermentation | Aged sur lie Oak profile is 8% new French oak (Troncais) and 92% neutral French oak | Racked once prior to bottling | Unfined/Unfiltered

Technical Details

Alcohol 13.8% | pH 4.01 | TA 5.3 g/L

70 Cases Produced