Donelan Family Moriah GSM 2018
Donelan Family Moriah GSM 2018 is a captivating wine from the esteemed Donelan Family Wines. This vintage showcases the unique terroir of the region, offering a complex bouquet of aromas including cracked pink peppercorn, fresh black plum, and pancetta, complemented by red-fruited highlights. On the palate, expect nuances of white pepper, cedar wood, and superfine tannins, creating an elegantly structured wine.
Composition: Primarily composed of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, this wine benefits from mature vine age and a diverse soil profile, enhancing its depth and character.
Winemaking: Crafted with a focus on minimal intervention, the fermentation process emphasizes the natural expression of the grapes, followed by careful vinification to preserve their intrinsic qualities.
Aging: This wine has been aged in French oak barrels for a specific period to develop its complexity and structure.
Wine Critic Reviews
Wine Enthusiast (93): This blend combines 67% Grenache from the Dry Stack Vineyard in Bennett Valley with 23% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah from other parts of the county, including Sonoma Mountain. Meaty, it is densely built around a core of iron, garrigue and black olive, the fruit darkly packed in black cherry and blackberry. White pepper underscores its varietal abundance and joy.
Description
Donelan Family Moriah GSM 2018 is a captivating wine from the esteemed Donelan Family Wines. This vintage showcases the unique terroir of the region, offering a complex bouquet of aromas including cracked pink peppercorn, fresh black plum, and pancetta, complemented by red-fruited highlights. On the palate, expect nuances of white pepper, cedar wood, and superfine tannins, creating an elegantly structured wine.
Composition: Primarily composed of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, this wine benefits from mature vine age and a diverse soil profile, enhancing its depth and character.
Winemaking: Crafted with a focus on minimal intervention, the fermentation process emphasizes the natural expression of the grapes, followed by careful vinification to preserve their intrinsic qualities.
Aging: This wine has been aged in French oak barrels for a specific period to develop its complexity and structure.
Wine Critic Reviews
Wine Enthusiast (93): This blend combines 67% Grenache from the Dry Stack Vineyard in Bennett Valley with 23% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah from other parts of the county, including Sonoma Mountain. Meaty, it is densely built around a core of iron, garrigue and black olive, the fruit darkly packed in black cherry and blackberry. White pepper underscores its varietal abundance and joy.
