2023 Estate Grenache

Composition: 76% Carhartt Canyon, 24% Carhartt Mesa

Nose (aromas): blood orange zest, rooibos tea, green peppercorn

Flavor (palate): wild strawberry, rose hip, clove

Winemaker's Notes: The 2023 vintage delivered one of the longest, coolest growing seasons we’ve seen in years, allowing Grenache to achieve rare physiological maturity while preserving freshness and lift. With nearly three-quarters of the blend coming from the canyon’s head-trained vines, this wine carries more depth and structure than past vintages, while the mesa adds aromatic nuance and balance. It feels serious yet vibrant, layered without losing energy. A short decant or 30 to 45 minutes in the glass helps it settle and fully open. Pair with herbed goat cheese and crackers, roasted delicata squash with pomegranate and fresh herbs, or herb-roasted chicken or game bird.

Aging Potential: Now - 2029+

Additional Info: Aged for 10 months in mainly neutral oak, the goal was to preserve purity and site transparency rather than imprint barrel character. Bottled in August 2024, this wine continues to gain dimension in bottle and will reward both near-term drinking and thoughtful cellaring.

''2023 felt different from the start. The season gave us time for the fruit to hang, time for flavors to mature, and time to make deliberate picking decisions. This Grenache carries a weight and structure we don’t always see, especially from a variety that can lean playful in our style. The canyon blocks brought density and backbone, while the mesa kept it lifted and alive. It’s a serious wine, but it still moves with energy. I truly believe this is one of the most complete Grenaches we’ve produced, and it’s going to age beautifully over the next several years.''

- BROOKE CARHARTT, CO-WINEMAKER