Calcareous

Paso Robles Grenache

8.714 ratings
8.91 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Grenache
Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Turkey, Pasta, Mushrooms, Veal, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Potato, White Rice, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Travis Enholm

12, dark and ripe.. But round and smooth. Cool expression for Grenache

12, dark and ripe.. But round and smooth. Cool expression for Grenache

Apr 10th, 2015
Max Schector

I really enjoyed this wine. Aroma is a bit earthy- raspberry and black pepper. Crisp mouth feel with ripe cherry flavor. Finish doesn’t overstay it’s welcome, oak and black pepper. Overall a great Grenache!

I really enjoyed this wine. Aroma is a bit earthy- raspberry and black pepper. Crisp mouth feel with ripe cherry flavor. Finish doesn’t overstay it’s welcome, oak and black pepper. Overall a great Grenache!

Jun 26th, 2020
Ta Ta
7.9

Nice nose. Solid, save a jammy finish that was not pleasing to me. Maybe that will mellow with time but I won’t buy more.

Nice nose. Solid, save a jammy finish that was not pleasing to me. Maybe that will mellow with time but I won’t buy more.

Apr 19th, 2020
Ta Ta
7.8

When originally opened it was too jammy and smacked us in the face with fruit. We pumped it and let it sit for maybe 5 days because we just weren’t that interested. I thought it was probably no good after so long but turns out it had improved substantially. Light bodied, mellow fruitiness, much more approachable. I would say this vintage could afford to lay down for a year or two.

When originally opened it was too jammy and smacked us in the face with fruit. We pumped it and let it sit for maybe 5 days because we just weren’t that interested. I thought it was probably no good after so long but turns out it had improved substantially. Light bodied, mellow fruitiness, much more approachable. I would say this vintage could afford to lay down for a year or two.

Feb 9th, 2020
Ta Ta
8.2

Incredibly light for a Grenache. Lacking the richness I was hoping for. Fruity, mild tannins. Still, went down easy.

Incredibly light for a Grenache. Lacking the richness I was hoping for. Fruity, mild tannins. Still, went down easy.

Oct 17th, 2019
Amanda Moreland

Meh, a little sweet aftertaste. Grows on you. Drinkable though 🤷‍♀️

Meh, a little sweet aftertaste. Grows on you. Drinkable though 🤷‍♀️

Dec 31st, 2017
Jonas Johansson

My favorite Cali Grenache

My favorite Cali Grenache

Aug 8th, 2016
Vic Goel

It's pretty good at $35, but it's not quite on the level of some of the other (admittedly higher priced) Grenache coming out of Paso either. A bit spicy; dark ruby color; ripe fruit. I believe standalone Grenache is new for Calcareous, and am curious to see how they improve it (or blend it with other grapes) in future vintages.

It's pretty good at $35, but it's not quite on the level of some of the other (admittedly higher priced) Grenache coming out of Paso either. A bit spicy; dark ruby color; ripe fruit. I believe standalone Grenache is new for Calcareous, and am curious to see how they improve it (or blend it with other grapes) in future vintages.

Jan 14th, 2016
Ta Ta
8.0

Ta had this 8 months ago

Ta had this 8 months ago

Apr 23rd, 2024
Clay Jarzombek

Clay had this 4 years ago

Clay had this 4 years ago

Feb 1st, 2021