2017 GSM

GSM

OR - Rogue Valley

$40.00 / 750 mL Bottle

Alcohol 14.2%

Wine Review Online 94

50% Grenache / 33% Syrah / 17% Mourvedre Richer and spicy notes of sweet cured leather lead, followed by cherry cola and accentuated with notes of wild black cherry, subtle orange blossom and anise. On the mouth, flavors are reminiscent of Blackberry, mocha, fresh baked cinnamon roll finishing with notes of clove and coconut. A rich, weighty volume coupled with gentle, velvety tannins give way to a layered, long and juicy finish. Rich in flavor and complexity, rich in volume, gentle yet age-able tannins and fantastic acidity make this unique wine delicious now, and will age beautifully for years to come. NAUMES FAMILY VINEYARDS, ROGUE VALLEY (OREGON) “GSM” 2017: GSM stands for the classic Mediterranean blend: Grenache (50%); Syrah (33%) and Mourvèdre. Naumes has fashioned an exquisitely balanced mid-weight wine from these grapes, each of which adds something. Grenache makes its presence known with lively spice, while Syrah adds power and Mourvèdre savory nuances. It’s a ripe wine, yet graceful and harmonious. A subtle hint of bitterness in the finish adds to its appeal. It’s a great choice to accompany meat on the grill this summer. 94 Wine Review Online, Michael Apstein

Notes

2017 GSM. “Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre” blend created exclusively for the Wine Club. Only 120 cases produced.

14.2% Alcohol. 50% Grenache from Naumes Family Vineyards, 33% Syrah from Carpenter Hill and Ellis Vineyards (Pebblestone), and 17% Mourvedre from Dana Campbell Vineyards. 100% Rogue Valley, Oregon.

Description: Richer and spicy notes of sweet cured leather lead, followed by cherry cola and accentuated with notes of wild black cherry, subtle orange blossom and anise. On the mouth, flavors are reminiscent of Blackberry, mocha, fresh baked cinnamon roll finishing with notes of clove and coconut. A rich, weighty volume coupled with gentle, velvety tannins give way to a layered, long and juicy finish. Rich in flavor and complexity, rich in volume, gentle yet ageable tannins and fantastic acidity make this unique wine delicious now, and will age beautifully for years to come.

Vinification notes: Different grape lots were carefully hand harvested early mornings in September and October of 2017. The clusters were meticulously hand sorted, destemmed, then berry sorted both by hand and via optical sorter. Each varietal was kept separate for fermentation and aging – in combination of whole berry, or crushed, in small, “micro” fermenters where they were carefully punched down by hand during fermentation. Various specialized yeast strains were employed to emphasize the unique characteristics of each grape for the blend. After fermentation, the different lots were then put to barrel (including 500L “puncheons”) and allowed to age for 14 months prior to blending. Once blended, the blend was allowed to merry in barrel for an additional 4 months prior to bottling. The oak profile came out to 30% New French, 20% once-filled French, and remainder neutral French oak.

Maker Name

Chris Graves