I’m sad I never got to meet Taras Ochotoa of @ochotabarrels (RIP). I’ve enjoyed his wines over the years, including this incredibly fresh and bright and lean rendition of Grenache that is far closer to Cerasuolo than to Châteauneuf. Herbal and sour cherry notes transition to strawberry and red currant sourness tinged with dried herbs and flowers. Angular, prominent acidity and barely any tannins to speak of. A fun, gulpable wine that is great with a slight chill on it.
I’m sad I never got to meet Taras Ochotoa of @ochotabarrels (RIP). I’ve enjoyed his wines over the years, including this incredibly fresh and bright and lean rendition of Grenache that is far closer to Cerasuolo than to Châteauneuf. Herbal and sour cherry notes transition to strawberry and red currant sourness tinged with dried herbs and flowers. Angular, prominent acidity and barely any tannins to speak of. A fun, gulpable wine that is great with a slight chill on it.
Nov 14th, 2021
Serious beauty. After letting a bit of funk blow off, it was all pure fruit and smooth tannins. 80% whole cluster, 80 days on skins and 6 months in old French barrique.
Serious beauty. After letting a bit of funk blow off, it was all pure fruit and smooth tannins. 80% whole cluster, 80 days on skins and 6 months in old French barrique.
May 16th, 2019
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia
