2022 Sierra Côtes Syrah-Grenache-Mourvèdre
Tasting notes
Sierra Côtes, meaning the "Slopes of Sierra," is an excellent representation of the mountain fruit cultivated throughout our wine region. The region experiences hot days and cooler nights, creating a perfect Mediterranean microclimate for delicate Rhone-style grapes like Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvedre. This climate allows the grapes to ripen ideally on the vine while retaining their acidity.
The wine exhibits spicy notes of licorice, nutmeg, and crushed granite alongside a juicy yet briskly balanced flavor marked by a mineral lift.
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | Rhone Red Blend |
| Varietal Composition | 40% Syrah
30% Grenache
30% Mourvèdre |
| Appellation | Sierra Foothills |
| Vineyard | Andis Estate, Rancho Victoria, Starfield, Bailey, Kapela |
| Harvest Date | 09/02/2022 |
| Sugar | Dry |
| PH | 3.81 |
| Aging | 14 months in 25% New French Oak barrels |
| Fermentation | Temperature controlled Steel Tanks with AM/PM pumpovers |
| Residual Sugar | 0.3 g/L |
| Alcohol | 14.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 1110 |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
90 pts Jeb Dunnuck v.22
Rhône-inspired, the 2022 Painted Fields Sierra Cotes is blend of 40% Syrah, 30% Grenache, and 30% Mourvèdre, some of the grapes coming from Starfield in nearby El Dorado County. Offering tremendous value, the acidity is balanced and helps freshen the medium-bodied weight and 14 months in 25% new French oak. Black cherry is the star, finding hints of mountain sage, lavender, and earthy mushroom. It’s quite delicious. Enjoy through 2030.
91 pts Wine Enthusiast v.21
"This Rhône-style red shows good depth of flavor, well-integrated oak and a supple tannic structure. You'll find notes of black cherry, black plum, violets, anise, cacao, nutmeg, pecan skins and forest floor." — Stacy Briscoe
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