2018 Fulldraw Grenache Hard Point
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Aged 18 months in 20% new French oak, the 2018 Hard Point Grenache has lush red and blueberry fruit on the nose with hints of aniseed and garrigue. The palate is full-bodied with broad, warm fruit character supported by grainy tannins and lifted with bright pops of freshness. 200 cases were made.
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Jeb Dunnuck
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Moving to the 2018s, the 2018 Grenache Hard Point is all Grenache brought up mostly in neutral oak. Its ruby/plum color is followed by a pretty nose of black raspberries, crushed violets, peppery herbs, wild strawberries. It shows the pure, elegant, focused style of the vintage, offering medium to full-bodied richness, beautiful depth of fruit and texture, and a great finish. It needs 2-3 years of bottle age and will drink brilliantly through 2030.