2025 Dry Creek Valley Sauvignon Blanc
$45.00
Tasting Notes:
2025 Grace & Grit Dry Creek Valley Sauvignon Blanc
In the glass, this Sauvignon Blanc displays a brilliant pale straw hue with exceptional clarity, hinting at the vibrant yet generous character within.
The nose opens with expressive aromas of white peach, nectarine, and honeydew melon, followed by layers of Meyer lemon and citrus blossom. Beneath the fruit, a distinct mineral character of wet stone and crushed rock adds depth and complexity, giving the wine a fresh, precise aromatic profile.
The palate is bright and focused, with flavors of juicy white peach, nectarine, and honeydew layered with fresh citrus and a subtle touch of grapefruit. A pronounced mineral backbone runs through the wine, complementing the generous stone fruit while bringing definition and energy to the mid-palate.
Light to medium-bodied, the wine balances crisp natural acidity with a subtle roundness that gives the palate texture without sacrificing freshness. The combination of vibrant fruit, refreshing acidity, and persistent minerality creates a wine that is both lively and polished.
The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering notes of white peach, citrus zest, and crushed stone. Bright and expressive, this Sauvignon Blanc showcases the vibrant stone fruit and distinctive mineral character of Dry Creek Valley while maintaining the balance and finesse that define the Grace & Grit style.
2024 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel
$60.00
Tasting Notes:
2024 Grace & Grit Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel
In the glass, this Zinfandel displays a deep ruby-purple core with a vibrant garnet rim, showcasing the richness and youthful character of Dry Creek Valley.
The nose opens with generous aromas of ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and raspberry, followed by layers of black plum, cracked pepper, and warm baking spice. With air, subtle notes of cocoa, vanilla, and toasted cedar emerge from the 20% new French oak, adding depth and complexity while keeping the fruit firmly at the forefront.
The palate is rich and fruit-driven, with flavors of blackberry, ripe plum, and black cherry layered with juicy raspberry and boysenberry. The addition of 12% Petite Sirah contributes depth, color, and concentration, while hints of black pepper and baking spice provide a savory counterpoint to the generous fruit. The new French oak adds subtle notes of vanilla, cocoa, and toast through the mid-palate without overpowering the wine’s vibrant fruit character.
Medium to full-bodied, the wine carries supple, polished tannins that provide structure while maintaining a smooth and generous texture. Fresh acidity brings balance and lift to the richness of the fruit, allowing the wine to remain lively and expressive from the first sip through the finish.
The finish is long and persistent, with lingering notes of blackberry, dark cherry, raspberry, cocoa, and warm spice. Rich and approachable in its youth, this Zinfandel combines the generous fruit and depth characteristic of Dry Creek Valley with the balance and polish that define the Grace & Grit style.
2024 Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
$60.00
Tasting Notes:
2024 Grace & Grit Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
In the glass, this Cabernet Sauvignon presents a deep garnet-purple core with excellent concentration and a youthful ruby rim, hinting at the depth and structure within.
The nose opens with expressive aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and black currant, followed by layers of dark cherry, cocoa, and subtle baking spice. With air, notes of cedar, vanilla, and toasted oak emerge from the 23% new French oak, adding complexity and refinement while allowing the dark fruit to remain at the forefront.
The palate is rich and layered, with flavors of ripe blackberry, blueberry, and cassis complemented by black cherry and dark plum. The addition of 3.6% Petite Sirah contributes color, concentration, and depth, while notes of dark chocolate, cedar, and warm spice develop across the mid-palate. The new French oak provides structure and subtle complexity without overwhelming the wine’s generous fruit character.
Full-bodied, the wine carries polished, well-integrated tannins that provide Cabernet structure while remaining supple and approachable. Balanced acidity brings freshness and lift to the dark fruit, creating a wine with both richness and definition.
The finish is long and composed, with lingering flavors of blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate, cedar, and baking spice. Generous and structured while remaining approachable in its youth, this Cabernet Sauvignon combines the depth and richness of Dry Creek Valley fruit with the balance and polish that define the Grace & Grit style.
2024 Dry Creek Valley Merlot
$60.00
Tasting Notes:
2024 Grace & Grit Dry Creek Valley Merlot
In the glass, this Merlot shows a rich ruby-garnet core with a vibrant crimson rim, reflecting both the depth of the fruit and the wine’s youthful character.
The nose opens with inviting aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and blackberry, followed by layers of red cherry, cocoa, and warm baking spice. With air, subtle hints of vanilla and cedar emerge from the 17% new French oak, adding complexity while preserving the generous fruit at the center of the wine.
The palate is plush and fruit-driven, with flavors of ripe plum, black cherry, and blackberry layered with notes of red cherry and dark cocoa. The 9% Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure and depth, while 5% Petite Sirah contributes color, concentration, and a darker fruit character. The new French oak brings subtle notes of vanilla, toast, and spice through the mid-palate, complementing rather than overshadowing the fruit.
Medium to full-bodied, the wine carries supple, polished tannins that create a smooth, velvety texture while providing enough structure to frame the generous fruit. Balanced acidity keeps the palate fresh and composed, giving the wine an appealing combination of richness, softness, and definition.
The finish is smooth and persistent, with lingering flavors of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa, and warm spice. Plush and inviting while retaining depth and structure, this Merlot showcases the generous fruit and supple texture of Dry Creek Valley while maintaining the balance and finesse that define the Grace & Grit style.