# Reserve Paso Robles Grenache (Lot #272) (2023)

- **Producer:** Trader Joe's
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.4%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 13–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, strawberry, cherry, herbaceous, liquorice, chocolate

## About this wine

Trader Joe's Reserve Lot #272 is a private-label Grenache sourced from the prestigious Paso Robles AVA in California's Central Coast. It is produced in collaboration with the Beckett family, founders of the iconic Peachy Canyon Winery and active members of the Rhône Rangers. This partnership allows wine lovers to experience high-quality Central Coast winemaking at an accessible price point, bypassing traditional brand premiums.

## Interesting facts

- Produced by the Beckett family, founders of the iconic Peachy Canyon Winery, established in Paso Robles in 1988.
- Part of Trader Joe's 'Reserve' series, which sources premium juice from top estates to offer high-quality wines at everyday prices.
- The Beckett family are active members of the Rhône Rangers, a group dedicated to promoting Rhône grape varieties in America.

## Food pairing

This light-to-medium-bodied Grenache shines alongside food due to its bright, elevated acidity and soft, low-to-medium tannins. The vibrant red fruit flavors and subtle herbal undertones complement roasted poultry, grilled pork, and savory cheeses without overpowering them. A slight chill on the wine helps temper its 14.4% ABV, making it an exceptionally versatile partner for casual, savory dishes.

## Wine making process

Crafted from Grenache grapes grown in the warm Mediterranean climate of Paso Robles, which features calcareous soils and high diurnal temperature shifts. The 2023 vintage benefited from an unusually cool, long growing season, preserving natural acidity. The winemaking focuses on preserving fresh fruit character, utilizing minimal oak influence (either unoaked or aged briefly in neutral oak barrels) to maintain a bright, fruit-forward profile.