Ridge Vineyards Grenache Blanc, Paso Robles (2023)

Most people know Ridge for their legendary Monte Bello Cabernet or their old-vine Zinfandels. But ask the winemakers what they drink after a long day of harvest, and the answer is usually this: Grenache Blanc.

Sourced from the Adelaida Vineyard in Paso Robles, this wine is a geological anomaly. The vines are planted on pure limestone soils - a rarity in California, but the holy grail for Rhone varieties. This chalky earth acts like a tuning fork for the grapes, preserving a zesty, electric acidity even in the heat of the Paso sun.

True to the Ridge philosophy, the winemaking is practically invisible. Whole-cluster pressed and fermented with native yeasts in old American oak barrels, it develops a lovely waxy texture without picking up heavy wood flavours. It is sophisticated, savoury, and arguably one of the best white wines coming out of California today.

The Fulham Wine Co. Take: This is the perfect "pivot" wine. If you love the weight of Chardonnay but want the freshness of Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc sits right in the middle. It is textured and rich, but finishes with a clean, salty snap.

Tasting Notes & Character

• The Vibe: Waxy, mineral, and effortlessly cool.
  
  
• On the Palate: A refreshing mix of green pear, tart apple, and lemon rind, grounded by notes of wet stone, fennel, and a hint of almond.
  
  
• The Style: A medium-bodied, textured white that prioritises minerality over fruit sweetness.
  
  
• Real-World Pairing: The waxy texture loves richness. It is brilliant with roast pork loin with apples, pan-seared halibut, or a creamy clam chowder.
  
  

The Details: Ridge Vineyards | Paso Robles, USA | ~13.5% | 75cl

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