John S wrote:I've always enjoyed the grenache blanc from Two Vintners - and most of everything they make - but this seems to be a new vineyard source. The price has sure gone up, though...
Yes, new vineyard source, probably 'in addition to' not 'instead of' the $20 model. And probably worth the price, at least to people willing to pay as much for an exceptional white as they do for red wines. This had a depth I don't recall finding in domestic grenache blanc before. The vineyard has been developed to create cool climate nuances in a hot climate, a genius move we should see a lot more of.
Checked listings for this vineyard on CT, btw, the other day. Besides II Vintners on this grape only, quite a few reds are being made by Liminal, Avennia Winery's newish premium label (in WA, that now means $80+ a bottle in 3-bottle packs).
