Cochon Wines

Pape Rocks California Grenache Blend

8.91 ratings
-no pro ratings
California, USA
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault
Lamb, 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, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Hard Cheese, Pork, Pungent Cheese, Venison
Top Notes For
Jon White

I expected more pepper, less fruit, but this California producer stayed true to AVA style and went with fruit. A swing and a miss as homage to the Châteauneuf-du-Pape style. As the Cubs fans say... "Maybe next year..." or at least call a spade a spade...

I expected more pepper, less fruit, but this California producer stayed true to AVA style and went with fruit. A swing and a miss as homage to the Châteauneuf-du-Pape style. As the Cubs fans say... "Maybe next year..." or at least call a spade a spade...

May 30th, 2015