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Elle Fair Play Grenache Blend

9.31 ratings
9.31 pro ratings
Fair Play, Sierra Foothills, California, USA
Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah
Tomato-Based, Lamb, Potato, White Rice, Pungent Cheese, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Pork, Venison, Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Turkey, Veal, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Tom Casagrande

This is 42% Grenache, 33% Mourvèdre, and 25% Petite Sirah. Purchased at the winery last August. The nose is so bright and alive, with jumpy dark berries, lots of bright, crushed stone dust, a rich floral note, and a dusting of spice. On the palate it’s got concentrated, mouthfilling flavors, but beautiful balance. Nice balance of fruit and mineral components. Soft tannins, nice, integrated acids, long finish. Complete. Delicious now but has at least a couple of years of improvement ahead. 9.3

This is 42% Grenache, 33% Mourvèdre, and 25% Petite Sirah. Purchased at the winery last August. The nose is so bright and alive, with jumpy dark berries, lots of bright, crushed stone dust, a rich floral note, and a dusting of spice. On the palate it’s got concentrated, mouthfilling flavors, but beautiful balance. Nice balance of fruit and mineral components. Soft tannins, nice, integrated acids, long finish. Complete. Delicious now but has at least a couple of years of improvement ahead. 9.3

May 11th, 2025