Clementine Carter

Sta. Rita Hills Grenache

9.07 ratings

9.22 pro ratings

Sta. Rita Hills, 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

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9.3

The 2019 Grenache (Sta. Rita Hills) is dark and potent. Black cherry, lavender, spice, menthol and leather give this appellation-level Grenache tons of power. There is a touch of reduction, but the purity of the fruit is so compelling. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, October 2021)

The 2019 Grenache (Sta. Rita Hills) is dark and potent. Black cherry, lavender, spice, menthol and leather give this appellation-level Grenache tons of power. There is a touch of reduction, but the purity of the fruit is so compelling. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, October 2021)

Oct 28th, 2021

9.0

Cherry, cranberry, raspberry, currant, loamy earth and oak. Good structure and well-integrated tannins.

Cherry, cranberry, raspberry, currant, loamy earth and oak. Good structure and well-integrated tannins.

Nov 29th, 2018

9.0

You would never know this is a Grenache by looking at it. The color of the wine is super light. But the flavor comes alive on the nose and palate.

You would never know this is a Grenache by looking at it. The color of the wine is super light. But the flavor comes alive on the nose and palate.

Dec 6th, 2020

9.4

Another impressive Grenache from Sonja. Perfect balance that pairs well with just about everything.

Another impressive Grenache from Sonja. Perfect balance that pairs well with just about everything.

Nov 30th, 2020

9.1

Sarah had this a year ago

Sarah had this a year ago

Oct 19th, 2023

9.3

Sarah had this 3 years ago

Sarah had this 3 years ago

Apr 27th, 2022

8.2

J. had this 5 years ago

J. had this 5 years ago

Feb 5th, 2020