Chiron 'Unfamiliar Truth' Grenache Central Coast '21

From 80-year-old vines in Santa Barbara's highlands, this Grenache displays a vivid ruby-purple core. The nose bursts with primary aromas of crushed raspberries, lavender, and white pepper with subtle garrigue undertones. The palate delivers immediate pleasure - flavors of strawberry, blood orange, and baking spices dance across supple tannins with refreshing acidity (6.2 g/L TA) that earned 92-94 point scores. Aged 14 months in neutral oak, this 14.5% alcohol wine finishes with a stony persistence. Perfect slightly chilled with grilled lamb or mushroom dishes - the 2021 vintage shows California Grenache's food-friendly charm.