Casino Mine Ranch - Grenache Blanc 2018 | Monsieur Touton Selection

Tasting notes

Pale lemon hue flecked with gold, aromas of Acacia, wet gravel, and stone fruits; this wine is rich, yet focused with balanced acidity and layers of yellow apples, citrus and anise on the palate. 100% Grenache Blanc

Estate

UNEARTHING THE UNEXPECTED. Casino Mine Ranch is an estate vineyard located in the Sierra foothills of Amador County. The winery, a century-old ranch that was once mined for gold, is owned and managed by fourth-generation California brothers, Jim and Rich Merryman. The vineyard is planted and farmed to best harness the potential of the site, through thoughtfully selected grape varietals. In keeping with the family’s pioneering spirit, the Merryman’s partnered with the highly acclaimed winemaking team of Andy Erickson and Jessica Tarpy who share a passion for great wines from special sites. Together with their commitment to hard work, connection to the land, and passion to produce the best wine possible they are pursuing a legacy that honors the history, family, and the land.

History

In 1936, Simone Shaw, daughter of an Alaskan miner and Belgian aristocrat, purchased a property in Amador County hoping to find gold. She called it “Casino Mine Ranch” because she knew it would be a gamble to find any gold. Today, more than 80 years later, Simone’s great nephews Jim and Richard Merryman look after the property, which includes a vineyard of an unusual array of grapes. The legendary Andy Erickson and winemaker Jessica Tarpy Shaheen make the wines and a new history is being written for Casino Mine Ranch.

Vinification

Whole-cluster pressed, fermented in neutral French oak with extended batonnage and aged for fourteen months.

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