Racy and bright nose showing lots of fragrance and red fruit. Pomegranate, raspberries, white pepper, herbs and flowers to the nose. The medium-bodied palate shows sleek tannins and some nimble red berry fruit. Very perfumed and elegant. 81% grenache, 16% syrah and 3% mourvedre. Drink now or hold one more year.

The 2020 The Story entices with a bouquet that's more savory than sweet, with crushed stone and blackberries accentuated by wild herbal tones. This is silky-smooth, nearly creamy in feel, with brilliant acidity and tart wild berry fruits to balance. It finishes lightly tannic while maintaining a pleasantly fresh persona as tart currants and spice notes taper off. The Story is a blend of 81% Grenache, 16% Syrah and 3% Mourvèdre. (EG)