2020
LE VINGT
Inspired by the Languedoc-Roussillon region, Le Vingt is a wine made to be approachable and elegant. With a brightness and freshness unlike any other wine, this cuvée has become a tasting room favorite.
THE STRUCTURE
Grenache dominant and extremely approachable, Le Vingt was made to be opened tonight. Bright and refreshing, this light red has captivating red fruits on the nose. Syrah brings freshness and notes of freshly cracked black and white pepper while Mourvèdre's earthy profile lingers. Cabernet Sauvignon brings a touch of tannins and structure.
THE BLEND
60% Grenache
19% Syrah
15% Mourvèdre
6% Cabernet Sauvignon
Technical Notes
AVA
Willow Creek & Edna Valley
Vineyards
Coakley, Spanish Springs, G2, Gateway
Fermentation
Three weeks in stainless steel
Aging
18 months in 90% neutral oak and 10% new French oak
Tasting Notes
A bright and aromatic red wine, Le Vingt 2020’s nose is bursting with red fruits. Roasted cacao nibs and a splash of pomegranate play with notes of fresh cracked pepper before diving into crisp, ripe berries. On the palate, this GSM+ brings bright minerality with red currant and tart red berry. A hint of orange shrub and orgeat emerges before a lingering and refined finish.
Food Pairing
Blue Cheese Stuffed Fruit Leather
The perfect pairing for Le Vingt is Blue Cheese Stuffed Fruit Leather. Blue cheese-filled fruit leather serves as a delectable appetizer or dessert, making an excellent addition to a charcuterie board, a fitting dish for a dinner party, or a standalone treat for a cozy night in. Le Vingt is elevated by the combination of sweet and savory notes from the blue cheese fruit leather, while the fruity elements highlight the soft red fruit flavors in the wine. The tannins and structure of the wine stand up to the boldness of the blue cheese, resulting in a well-rounded and harmonious pairing.