Lot 582 | 2023 Monterey County Grenache 750ml

Lot 582
2023 Monterey County Grenache

750ml
$22.00
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Available for purchase in the U.S. only excluding AK, DE, HI, RI, UT.

Around $50/bottle under the original label

Lot 582 is one of California’s top Grenaches – a delicious bottling reminiscent of a baby Beaucastel. A single-vineyard 100% Grenache from one of the region’s premier sites that is arguably the spot in Monterey for this varietal, and our source is one of a handful of wineries with access. Only producing a bottling in exceptional years, these exclusive releases have regularly garnered scores in the 90s from major critics, and the 2023s will undoubtedly follow in the same footsteps.

Pouring a luminous, translucent ruby in the glass, the bouquet opens with an aromatic interplay of ripe, spiced strawberry, pressed plum, and dried herbs, kissed by white pepper and fresh-shaved cinnamon. On the palate, strawberry sauce and dark cherries are bolstered by potting soil and new leather in a dry and deftly structured presentation, finished with small, grippy tannins. A long, resonant finish of red fruit tones gradually yields to vanilla bean and barrel spice – lovely final touches to this marriage of coastal freshness and Rhône-like depth.


14.5% alc

Overall rating: 4.9375 / 5 from 16 reviews.

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Monterey Grenache

"Loved this wine with salmon on the grill. Strawberry, vanilla tones, nice mid body, petite spice on the finish. We really liked and will order more! Luke M."

— Luke M. (5/5)

A Wonderful Wine!

"Lot 582 really shows how different Grenache tastes compared to the usual big reds. It’s lighter in color, with bright strawberry and cherry instead of heavy dark fruit. The grape brings a clean, spicy, almost “lifted” flavor that’s easy to drink and not weighed down by oak. If you’re used to Cab or Syrah, this has a totally different feel — fresher, lighter, and more open. A nice example of what Grenache is supposed to taste like."

— Bill (5/5)

hit on Father's Day!

"Very few wines please everyone in my family, too heavy, too much of an aftertaste, not enough boldness, but this wine was absolutely wonderful. Bold flavor, dry yet beautiful finish, if you can still order this, buy it now!!"

— Lorraine E. (5/5)

Smooth balanced fruits with little

"Smooth balanced fruits with little acidity. Love this lot! I keep reordering it"

— Mary K. (5/5)

Lot 582 Grenache

"Nice balanced wine. Stands up to any French or Iberian Grenache. Rich full flavor. Would pair well with paella, but stands tall when served on its own."

— Michael W. (5/5)

Great New World Grenache!

"To call this the same as a French Grenache is a misstatement. This is a beautiful expression of grenache with a new world freshness. It is exceptionally approachable, opens quickly, and is a true crowd pleaser. Southern California has really put together some fine grenache."

— Kjel H. (5/5)

nice finish

"We think this wine is rich and expressive and supremely elegant. It's got a fruity, but not too sweet taste with lots of flavor, aromas, and texture. We really enjoy it."

— Alan D. (5/5)

Baby Chateauneuf

"California has done it again. The character of this light to medium bodied red is up there with any solid CdP or Gigondas at this price point. This violety fruit forward nose will not disappoint"

— Colin H. (5/5)

Grenache

"Enjoyed this one"

— Margaret A. (4/5)

Chateauneuf-du-Pape. ?!

"Enjoyed immensely if you like Chateauneuf-du-Pape. you will love this- especially the price"

— Steve C. (5/5)

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