2017 Three Lions
This 2017 Three Lions is a red Rhone style blend of 74% Grenache Noir, 13% Cinsault, and 13% Counoise, all locally grown in Santa Clara Valley. Each varietal was fermented separately in small batches with extended maceration, punched down by hand, and aged sur lie with batonnage (stirring) with new French oak.
Great for Thanksgiving!
Aged 18 months prior to bottling, and another 18 months in bottle before release.
Only 50 cases produced, for members of our Lion Pride wine club.
Color: Medium Ruby
Body: medium
Primary Nose: Cherry, light vanilla/oak, fresh citrus
Secondary Nose: light floral
General Comments: A nuanced and delightful Grenache forward blend. Resonating clear ruby color, soft but nicely present tannins and a crisp acid finish combine to produce a versatile and satisfying wine. Meticulous bottle aging presents this wine in a beautiful state to enjoy today. I would also recommend trying this wine chilled to a cool cellar temperature on a warm early fall day - it has the fruit/acid balance to stay refreshing!
Pairs well with BBQ ribs or pork, Mediterranean cuisine, charcuterie, sautéed duck breast or duck confit salad.
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Varietal Composition | 74% Grenache Noir
13% Cinsault
13% Counoise |
| Appellation | Santa Clara Valley |
| Alcohol | 14.40% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 50 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | California |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
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