Grenache Reserve Tallent Vineyard 2016
A traditional Old World Grenache from the Tallent Vineyard in Mason County, TX. The grape's fame is by virtue, a dominant varietal in Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat, grown in the South of France. Its penchant for warm, windy growing areas allows Texas to produce this medium-bodied red wine, full of rich cooked fruit flavors and dried herbs, with hints of the limestone on which it's grown.
Aromatics: Opens with a savory, smoky nose, stewed strawberries and freshly dried Herbs de Provence. Decanting reveals warm cinnamon and brown sugar notes
On the Palate: Minerally, bright acidity, berry compote, slightly chalky soft mouth feel, medium tannins
Serve 60-68°F
Decant 20-30 minutes
Enjoy now, Cellar 5-7 years
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Appellation
Texas Hill Country
Vineyard Designation
Tallent Vineyards
Harvest Date
August - September, 2016
Sugar
26 Brix
Aging
French and American Oak barrels
Fermentation
French and American Oak barrels
Bottling Date
January, 2019
Residual Sugar
Dry 0.3 g/L
Alcohol %
13.8
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
Drew Tallent Vineyards, Mason County TX
Food Pairing Notes
Classic fall and winter dishes like roasted vegetables, prime rib, rack of lamb and Beef Bourguignon.
Product Reviews
Ken Stupka
(Apr 14, 2020 at 11:30 AM)
It’s been quite a while since Becker has offered Grenache it was worth the wait!
Leigh
(Aug 31, 2020 at 5:08 AM)
This is my go to wine, it pairs perfectly with just about anything and if you want to make a beef stew, a cup of Grenache makes some of the best! Then you get to enjoy the rest of the bottle with it.