Grenache/Garnacha Archives - The Boozy Epicure

2010 E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone

June 29, 2014September 9, 2016

There are some regions, some grapes, some styles of wine that just naturally fit. That's the way I feel about the Rhone region of France. From the powerful and meaty Crozes-Hermitage in the North, to my favorite Chateneuf-du-Pape in the South, I find something about these wines extremely appealing. For... Read More

France Grenache/Garnacha Tasting Wine

2009 Domaine Paul Autard Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee La Cote Ronde

February 15, 2014September 9, 2016

Happy Valentine's Day to me! I have such affection for Chateneuf-du-Pape. From the Rhone region of France, these grenache blends were what got me obsessed with wine in the first place. So when it came to a wine to celebrate Valentine's Day, I could think of nothing better. Beautiful garnet... Read More

France Grenache/Garnacha Tasting Wine

2009 Chateau de Nages Costieres-de-Nimes Cuvee Joseph Torres

September 4, 2013September 9, 2016

Despite what many people think, most wines produced in the world today do not need aging/cellaring to be enjoyed. In fact, most wines are ready to be drunk the minute they are sold. This is especially true of "New World" style wines, marked by an abundance of fruit. Age... Read More

France Grenache/Garnacha Tasting Wine

2010 Domaine Paul Autard Chateauneuf du Pape

August 27, 2013September 9, 2016

When I began drinking wine, Chateauneuf du Pape was one of the reasons I became obsessed. A little AOC in France's Southern Rhone Valley, it is unusual for a French wine because it can include up to 13 different grapes in the blend, although grenache is usually the primary... Read More

Carignan/Cariñena Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2008 Celler Malondra Montsant Besllum

July 17, 2013September 9, 2016

I've said it before, but it amazes me how much influence Robert Parker has on wine sales. Recently at Costco, I've been surprised to see labels highlighting their Parker scores. The 2009 Punto y Seguido proudly listed the 91 score, and the Besllum prominently shows off the 93. I was... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2009 Castillo de Maluenda Calatayud Punto y Seguido

May 25, 2013September 9, 2016

I had to laugh when I saw the top label on this bottle while walking through Costco. If you have any doubt whether Robert Parker's scores affect wine sales, the marketing on this bottle should prove the point. And I must admit, $11 for a bottle given 91 points... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2010 Bodegas Alto Moncayo Veraton

May 20, 2013September 9, 2016

With Spanish chorizo on my mind, I was in the mood for a Spanish wine. Tonight's garnacha (aka grenache) hit the spot. Lovely purple color, medium bodied with red licorice, vanilla, plum/cherry fruit, cloves and baking spices. This is a very tasty wine that could probably use time to... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2007 Masperla Priorat

March 3, 2013January 18, 2017

I had wine for dinner tonight. There is a nip in the Orlando air (tonight's low is 38 degrees, practically arctic for Central Florida) and I was in the mood for a big red. Tonight's Priorat perfectly fit the bill... Priorat is a pretty famous wine region in Spain specializing... Read More