2023 Rhone Red Blend, Sonoma Valley
66% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 4% Viognier
Our Rhone Style Red Blend pays homage to the wines crafted in the Southern Rhone Valley of France. Aromas of cigar box, smoky oak, and nutmeg frame a core of ripe black plum and dark fruit. The palate is rich and substantial, featuring nuanced earthiness and leather. Grainy tannins provide excellent structure, leading to a long, lingering finish defined by dark fruit with a hint of pepper.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Sonoma Valley
Acid
5.5
pH
3.71
Aging
16 Months, French and American oak, 40% new
Residual Sugar
1.3
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
This vintage benefited from a warm, steady growing season, with a gradual
rise in temperatures through September that supported even ripening and
allowed each variety to be harvested at peak flavor. The result is a wine
with exceptional balance and clear varietal expression. Sourced exclusively
from 100% Kunde-controlled estate vineyards in Sonoma Valley.
Winemaker Notes
The red wine blends from the Rhone region of France are some of my very favorites. Similar in climate to “sunny California,” the wines of the Rhone feel very familiar. Combining the fruity Grenache with the
savory Syrah creates a great blend which is further enhanced by a touch of flowery Viognier. Making these types of blends, marrying the flavors of different ingredients, brings out the chef in every winemaker. I hope you enjoy!
Food Pairing Notes
Pair with roast lamb marinated in garlic and rosemary. The wine's rich palate and firm tannin structure are essential for cutting through the richness and fat of the lamb, creating a delightful textural balance. Furthermore, the wine's inherent notes of black pepper, savory herbs, and earthiness echo the traditional seasonings applied to the roast, creating a flavor bridge between the food and the wine.