VOON, Grenache 2023 Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA

Founded by Evan Anderson in San Francisco, VOON is a boundary-pushing, LGBT-owned label specializing in low-intervention, small-production wines that challenge traditional wine industry norms. This debut Grenache showcases the unique terroir of the esteemed John Sebastiano vineyard at 500 feet elevation, where sandy loam and limestone-rich soils endure relentless coastal winds, creating one of California's most distinctive cool-climate Grenache sites.

Tasting Notes

Incredible acidity meets cherries and eucalyptus in this vibrant cool-climate expression. The wine possesses notes of red fruit with savory herbaceous undertones, showcasing the distinctive character of this elevated vineyard site. Crafted with minimal intervention using native yeasts and aged in neutral French oak for 10 months, the wine remains unfined and unfiltered, preserving its pure fruit character. Serve chilled for optimal enjoyment of its bright, refreshing profile.

Pairs With

Grilled lamb with herbs, roasted duck breast, wild mushroom risotto, aged goat cheese