Garnacha/Grenache Wine Reviews

Behind the Cork™ - Secastilla Granacha

Behind the Cork™ - Secastilla Granacha

The vineyards in the Secastilla Valley lie in the far north-eastern part of Spain, near the border with France. This region provides a Mediterranean micro-climate for growing grapes. Secastilla is a…

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Behind the Cork™ - Bodegas Ochoa Calendas Rosé

Behind the Cork™ - Bodegas Ochoa Calendas Rosé

This is another wonderful offering from the Navarra region of Spain. This rosé of Garnacha (70%) and Tempranillo (30%) is bright cherry red in color and has a beautifully soft mouth-feel. This rosé …

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Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Inurrieta Mimaó Garnacha

Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Inurrieta Mimaó Garnacha

The northern Spanish wine region of Navarra is known for its beauty and diverse terrior, with vineyard filled with Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano and beyond. This Garnacha is just another fine exampl…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2015 Beronia Crianza Rioja

Behind the Cork™ - 2015 Beronia Crianza Rioja

The Rioja region of Spain is noted for its Tempranillo and this one from Beronia is indeed noteworthy. This is a typical Rioja blend of grapes consisting of 91% Tempranillo, 8% Garnacha and 1% Mazu…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2013 Wild Horse GSM

Behind the Cork™ - 2013 Wild Horse GSM

This blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre (GSM) from Wild Horse is medium-light in body with a soft mouthfeel, candied red fruit flavors, and light tannins. When served slightly chilled, at cellar t…

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