Dusty Nabor
Spear Vineyards Grenache
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
Dusty Nabor Wines Spear Vineyards Grenache 2018 Santa Rita Hills, California
Light reddish in color with a wide pinkish hue.
Funky nose of cherries, strawberries, barnyard, vegetables, river rocks and spices.
Light to medium in body with medium plus acidity.
Dry on the palate with strawberries, raspberries, spices, licorice, peppercorn and earth.
Medium on the finish with soft tannins and red chili pepper.
This is an easy drinking Grenache from Santa Rita Hills in California. A good everyday wine. Spicy, yet light.
Good by itself or with food. Might be a good idea to give it a light chill, and have it by the porch on a warm day.
Needs an hour to open up properly, and much better on the palate after 90 minutes of airtime.
This is not a typical California Grenache. Feels similar to a South American Pinot Noir. Definitely an interesting wine.
Would be interesting to see how it evolves in the next 5 to 7 years.
I paired it with cheeses and crackers.
13.5% alcohol by volume.
87 Points.
$33.
Dusty Nabor Wines Spear Vineyards Grenache 2018 Santa Rita Hills, California
Light reddish in color with a wide pinkish hue.
Funky nose of cherries, strawberries, barnyard, vegetables, river rocks and spices.
Light to medium in body with medium plus acidity.
Dry on the palate with strawberries, raspberries, spices, licorice, peppercorn and earth.
Medium on the finish with soft tannins and red chili pepper.
This is an easy drinking Grenache from Santa Rita Hills in California. A good everyday wine. Spicy, yet light.
Good by itself or with food. Might be a good idea to give it a light chill, and have it by the porch on a warm day.
Needs an hour to open up properly, and much better on the palate after 90 minutes of airtime.
This is not a typical California Grenache. Feels similar to a South American Pinot Noir. Definitely an interesting wine.
Would be interesting to see how it evolves in the next 5 to 7 years.
I paired it with cheeses and crackers.
13.5% alcohol by volume.
87 Points.
$33.
Dusty Nabor — Grenache 2021
Spear Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills, California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Crafted from 100% Grenache sourced from the renowned Spear Vineyards in Sta. Rita Hills, this small-production wine beautifully captures the freshness and elegance that define California’s premier cool-climate Grenache region.
Aromas & Flavors
Bright raspberry, wild strawberry, red cherry, cranberry, and pomegranate are complemented by subtle white pepper, dried herbs, rose petals, and delicate mineral notes.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, silky tannins, and remarkable balance. Juicy, energetic, and effortlessly drinkable, the wine finishes long, fresh, and inviting without sacrificing complexity.
Food Pairings
Grilled salmon, roast chicken, pork tenderloin, charcuterie, wood-fired pizza, or herb-roasted vegetables.
Verdict
A beautifully balanced expression of Sta. Rita Hills Grenache that showcases purity of fruit, freshness, and finesse. Approachable enough for casual enjoyment yet refined enough to satisfy seasoned wine lovers.
Did You Know?
Sta. Rita Hills is one of California’s coolest wine regions, where strong Pacific Ocean influences allow Grenache to develop vibrant acidity, bright red fruit, and remarkable elegance while retaining exceptional freshness.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is simply one of those bottles that’s impossible not to enjoy. Fresh, juicy, impeccably balanced, and dangerously easy to drink, it’s the kind of wine I’d happily open with friends without overthinking the occasion. Sometimes the best wines are the ones that disappear from the bottle the fastest.
Dusty Nabor — Grenache 2021
Spear Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills, California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Crafted from 100% Grenache sourced from the renowned Spear Vineyards in Sta. Rita Hills, this small-production wine beautifully captures the freshness and elegance that define California’s premier cool-climate Grenache region.
Aromas & Flavors
Bright raspberry, wild strawberry, red cherry, cranberry, and pomegranate are complemented by subtle white pepper, dried herbs, rose petals, and delicate mineral notes.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, silky tannins, and remarkable balance. Juicy, energetic, and effortlessly drinkable, the wine finishes long, fresh, and inviting without sacrificing complexity.
Food Pairings
Grilled salmon, roast chicken, pork tenderloin, charcuterie, wood-fired pizza, or herb-roasted vegetables.
Verdict
A beautifully balanced expression of Sta. Rita Hills Grenache that showcases purity of fruit, freshness, and finesse. Approachable enough for casual enjoyment yet refined enough to satisfy seasoned wine lovers.
Did You Know?
Sta. Rita Hills is one of California’s coolest wine regions, where strong Pacific Ocean influences allow Grenache to develop vibrant acidity, bright red fruit, and remarkable elegance while retaining exceptional freshness.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is simply one of those bottles that’s impossible not to enjoy. Fresh, juicy, impeccably balanced, and dangerously easy to drink, it’s the kind of wine I’d happily open with friends without overthinking the occasion. Sometimes the best wines are the ones that disappear from the bottle the fastest.