2022 Ridge Grenache Blanc, Paso Robles, California, USAABOUT THIS WINE Fourteen miles inland, this unique growing area creates conditions well suited to Grenache Blanc. The grapes were whole cluster pressed, fermented dry, and aged on the lees for six months. Cool summer fogs off the Pacific, the minerality of limestone soils, and the spice and bright acidity of the Picpoul have provided an enticing wine. It will be most enjoyable over the next four to five years. Fermented in barrel for 4 months (85%

Vinification is done only with native yeast

generously textured wines

the northernmost village in Côte Rôtie

Fined and filtered before bottling

Domaine Simon Bize wines are celebrated for their balance

Ultimately

the vine workers

Let’s give a big warm welcome to the newest member of the Maison Noir Wines Family

as well as mature cheeses

The Gahier family has been resident in the Jura since 1525

From one of Chablis’ most respected domaines

Andrea Sottimano and his father Rino produce wines of outstanding quality from thirteen lovingly cared for hectares in the Cottá