The Grenache grape brings bright, red fruit flavors with a touch of spiciness, while the Syrah grape contributes a rich, full-bodied texture with dark fruit flavors and peppery notes. The Mourvèdre grape adds complexity and depth to the blend with its dark fruit flavors and earthy undertones.
DESCRIPTION:
GSM is an abbreviation of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and synonymous with the classic "Southern Rhone Blend". Our blend tends to model after the French model which at easy drinking and less powerful compared to it's Australian counterpart.
WINE MAKING NOTES:
Grape Blend: 46% Grenache, 39% Syrah,15% Mourvedre
TA: 6.2 gm/L | PH: 3.55 | RS: .39 | Alcohol: 14.8%
Fermentation: open ferment | Oak: American and French | Oak age: 18 months | Harvest Brix: 24.4 (average) | Bottle Date: 6-01, 2022 | Cases Produced: 560 | Maturity: now until 2026
FLAVOR AND AROMA NOTES: Displays aromatics of French Oak spice, plumb and dark cherry. the palate is a layer of red berries and finishes with a distinct smokiness. Well balanced with the acid to a clean finish.
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
This wine pairs well with pork chops, pork tenderloin, lamb chops and cheesy potatoes.
VINEYARD NOTES:
Estate grown in Temecula Valley.
WINEMAKER - Kestutis Vizgirda
Kestutis "Gus" Vizgirda believes the secret to good winemaking begins in the vineyard. That's why throughout the growing season you will find him touring the rows of varietals and envisioning the kinds of wines he will produce from the harvest. For over two decades, Vizgirda has worked at several local wineries, working with some of the Valley's best winemakers to refine his craft. Today, he has developed his own unique approach to making wine and has won gold medals for several of his varietals.
In addition to serving as Wilson Creek's Winemaker, Vizgirda teaches wine classes at Mt. San Jacinto College and San Diego State University Extended Studies campus. He is also a judge at several local and international wine competitions.
AWARDS:
Specially released for wine club ship February 2023.
REVIEWS: Wine Server Herber's Favorite Pick: "GSM got its name by being a blend of our Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedré grapes. This is one of my favorites because it starts off low fruit forward but finishes off nice and dry. I would pair this with a tri-tip because the smokiness of the meat would complement this light bodied red."
