Tuck Beckstoffer 2011 Melée – Wine of the Week Review

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Tuck Beckstoffer 2011 Melée

Price: $35 Rating: 15/20 Region: California Varietals: 95 percent Grenache & 5 percent Syrah Production: 2,200 cases Alcohol: 14.5 percent Tasting Notes: The son of renowned wine grower Andy Beckstoffer, who owns and farms some of the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, Tuck Beckstoffer has distinguished himself as a winemaker. His eponymous winery produces a variety of wines under five different labels: 75, Hogwash, Mockingbird, Semper and Melée. The 2011 Melée is a rich and expansive Rhône-style Grenache. It features luscious flavors of boysenberry, strawberry and plum with herbal notes and velvety tannins. Food Pairings: Turkey, ham, pork, sweet potatoes For more information, visit www.tbwines.com Other Grenaches we have tasted Check out GAYOT’s California Travel Guide