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Tor Rock Grenache "Cuvee Cooper" 2012
(Paso Robles, California) - [VM 90]
Regular price $55.00 Sale price $49.97 Save $5.03
Notes from the Winemaker:
The Terra Bella Vineyard, located in western Paso Robles, is within sight of the Pacific Ocean, which creates a more moderate climate than found with vineyards further inland. This climate is ideal for red Rhone varietals like Grenache and Syrah, and producing wines with very low pH, good acidity and excellent sugars. The result is rich wines with great varietal characteristics, depth, and balance. The soils are riddled with limestone which restricts growth, sets a smaller crop, and makes for some of the most uniquely distinctive Grenache wines in the world, certainly in California.
The nose on the 2012 Cooper is all red fruits and earth and then backed up by some light spice and mint. On the palate this is medium weight with more red fruits, roasted meats, white pepper and a touch of licorice.
"Very pale red. Began a bit neutral on the nose but showed raspberry, cherry and licorice scents with some aeration. Creamy red fruit and floral flavors show more aromatic than textural interest today. Good acidity and slightly edgy tannins give the finish a faintly dusty quality, with the floral quality lingering." - Stephen Tanzer (May/Jun 14)
The Terra Bella Vineyard, located in western Paso Robles, is within sight of the Pacific Ocean, which creates a more moderate climate than found with vineyards further inland. This climate is ideal for red Rhone varietals like Grenache and Syrah, and producing wines with very low pH, good acidity and excellent sugars. The result is rich wines with great varietal characteristics, depth, and balance. The soils are riddled with limestone which restricts growth, sets a smaller crop, and makes for some of the most uniquely distinctive Grenache wines in the world, certainly in California.
The nose on the 2012 Cooper is all red fruits and earth and then backed up by some light spice and mint. On the palate this is medium weight with more red fruits, roasted meats, white pepper and a touch of licorice.
Ratings & Reviews
90 Points - Vinous Media:"Very pale red. Began a bit neutral on the nose but showed raspberry, cherry and licorice scents with some aeration. Creamy red fruit and floral flavors show more aromatic than textural interest today. Good acidity and slightly edgy tannins give the finish a faintly dusty quality, with the floral quality lingering." - Stephen Tanzer (May/Jun 14)