Alta Maria 2006 Grenach, Nielson Vineyard

100 cases produced This year’s blend of the Grenache is: 77% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 13% Mourvedre. The fruit is sourced from the Nielson and Bien Nacido Vineyards. Paul was very lucky to get the new plantings of Grenache and Mourvedre that have just come into line at Bien Nacido. This vintage is elegant like a ballerina on pointe as compared to the big, masculine style of the 2005. The Syrah adds to the mid-palate and the Mourvedre imparts an earthy, gamey finish.

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• Year: 2006
• Varietal: Grenache
• Region: Santa Maria Valley
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• Vineyard: Nielson Vinyard