Cayuse God Only Knows Grenache 2021

A compelling red, with distinctive and nuanced tiers that reveal vibrant raspberry, garrigue, savory wild game and river stone accents that gather richness and structure toward fine-grained tannins. Primarily Grenache with other varieties. Drink now through 2034. 538 cases made.

Wafting from the glass with a seductive allure, the 2021 Grenache God Only Knows Armada Vineyard delivers an enticing bouquet of black raspberries, cranberry and dusty cherries. This wine offers delicate expressions of earth-driven and floral Grenache complemented by soft herbal and savory spices that elevate its aromatic profile. Medium-bodied and fresh, revealing greater complexity on the palate than the nose initially suggests, the wine showcases a balanced structure with lively acidity and velvety tannins that glide gracefully to a round, fresh finish. Nicely done! The wine rested for 21 months in all neutral French demi-muids and foudre. Just under 6,500 bottles were produced.

Rocking raspberries, strawberries, rose petals, ground pepper, sappy garrigue, and a hint of iron all emerge from the 2021 Grenache God Only Knows, another pretty, medium-bodied, elegant, finesse-driven Grenache from this team that's just about overflowing with character. With ripe, polished tannins, beautiful balance, and a great finish, it has the class to evolve gracefully for 10-12 years.