2013 Red Blend
- Blend de Provence
- Santa Ynez Valley AVA
- Garagiste Wine Club Selection
- Appellation
- Green Vineyards, Happy Canyon AVA, Santa Ynez Valley
- Grapes
- 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah
- Aged
- 18 months in oak
- Cases Produced
- 120
- Enjoy Until
- 2023
The Empirical 2013 Blend de Provence is a 50/50 blend of Grenache and Syrah. The Grenache was sourced from Colonial Green Vineyards (just steps outside the Happy Canyon AVA), while the Syrah came from the Westerly Estates (also known as Jack McGinley Vineyards) within the Happy Canyon AVA.
Blended together, the wine offers youthful aromas of bright red cherries, persimmon, warm spice and cinnamon. The palate is dry and complex with dark fruit notes of dark cherries and raspberries, with hints of spice. The tannins are round and soft, with fresh and savory nuances that linger on the finish.
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Tri-Tip with Pico de Gallo Salsa
Amazing tri-tip meal served with homemade Pico de Gallo Salsa and a side of Garlic Bread. Pair it with the Trenza 2013 Tinto.
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Italian Sausage Rigatoni with Spicy Cream Sauce
If you're a fan of spicy, this one's for you! Rich Italian sausage rigatoni topped with spicy cream sauce. Pair this with the Opolo 2011 Montagna-Mare.
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Mushroom Lasagna
This recipe will transport you to Italy! A wonderfully layered mushroom lasagna cooked until golden brown should be paired with the Toccata "Mission Blend" Red wine inspired by red blends throughout Tuscany, Italy.
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Crème Brûlée filled Profiteroles
This is an impressive dessert with soft pastry, crunchy caramel and creamy filling that will leaving you wishing you made more! Pair this with a Red Blend.
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Pork Loin with Mushrooms, Cream and Potatoes
This authentic Portuguese meal is bursting with amazing flavors that is perfect for dinner, or reheat it for leftovers! Pair this with a Red Blend.
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