2021 Cuvée Foudre

60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre

Cuvée Foudre is our version of a full-bodied Rhone blend worthy of Chateauneuf Du Pape. Thanks to a naturally low crop set, the 2021 was a particularly strong vintage for Grenache. The blend is 60% Grenache from our Alban clone vines, 30% Syrah from clones 174 and 877, and 10% Mourvedre, all planted in 1998. It was aged in a 620-gallon foudre, which is neutral. I love this vintage because it is quintessential Unti - meaning it straddles the line between robust Rhone and etherial Burgundy. Who knew a Grenache blend could be so sophisticated? The '21 CF will improve over the next 3-4 years and last another 5. 

275 cases produced

Accolades:  94 points Wine Spectator - $70

"Offers verve and personality, with fragrant raspberry, garrigue, licorice and savory meat flavors that build detail and length on the finish. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2032. 275 cases made." - Tim Fish