Why can't California produce high quality Grenache such as Rusden's 1998 Grenache Christine's Vineyard? Yields from this 35-year old vineyard were three tons per acre. A dark plum/ruby/garnet color is followed by a sweet nose of kirsch liqueur, spice, and earth. Gorgeous fruit and moderately high alcohol (13.7%) provide a sweet, glycerin-dominated impact on the palate. Pure, rich, full-bodied, and delicious, this wine should continue to drink well for 5-6 years. Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283