{"product_id":"alban-grenache-2021","title":"2021 | Alban Vineyards Grenache | Central Coast | USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cult Central Coast Grenache from the man who brought Rhône varieties to California — 97 points.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn Alban planted one of the first California estates dedicated entirely to Rhône varieties, and Alban Vineyards remains the reference point. The 2021 Grenache is 95% Grenache with 5% Syrah: big, exotic and full-bodied, with a terrific mid-palate and the powerful, opulent-yet-classic focus of the vintage. Jeb Dunnuck gave it 97 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Alban Grenache is the benchmark California Rhône red. \u003cstrong\u003eRhône-variety pioneer, Central Coast, 95% Grenache → juicy, opulent, powerful, 97 points → you're drinking cult California Rhône.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e95% Grenache · 5% Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral Coast — California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlban Vineyards — California Rhône pioneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97 points, Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlackberries and blueberries over pepper, lavender and violet with a big, exotic, full-bodied mouthfeel and a terrific mid-palate.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTranslation:\u003c\/strong\u003e a juicy, upfront Grenache — dark berry fruit with peppery, floral lift over a powerful, opulent frame. Full-bodied and exotic, but with real classic focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cult Central Coast Grenache. Exactly the bottle for grilled meats, lamb, or hearty stews.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XXI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48605807575294,"sku":"XXI-0004","price":122.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0427\/5837\/files\/2021AlbanVineyardsGrenache.png?v=1785473724","url":"https:\/\/www.mrdwine.com\/products\/alban-grenache-2021","provider":"Mr.D Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}