2020 As the Crow Flies
Grenache, Syrah & Mouvedre Blend
Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre
Appellation
San Diego County
Vineyard Designation
Domaine Artefact
Alcohol %
15.2
In Stock
"As the Crow Flies" is a red wine blend crafted in the GSM style with an emphasis on Grenache. It features pronounced aromatics of ripe red fruit, including Bing cherries, raspberries, stewed strawberry, and plum, complimented by blueberries, and damp earth. On the palate, the wine is dry, full-bodied, and has medium acidity and tannins. The finish is long and complex.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre
Appellation
San Diego County
Vineyard Designation
Domaine Artefact
Alcohol %
15.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Color: deep ruby
Aromatics: pronounced ripe red fruit – Bing cherries, raspberries, stewed strawberry and plum, cherry cola, spices and damp earth
Palate: dry, full bodied, medium acidity and tannins, Grenache elevated red fruit characteristics with Syrah and Mourvèdre rounding out the package with cocoa, sweet spice and earthiness, followed by Petite Sirah hitting a cherry cola base note
Finish: long and complex with silky tannins and a “close your eyes”, baked berry tart driven finish
Cases Produced: 131
Composition: 73% Grenache, 12% Syrah, 13% Mourvèdre, 2% Petite Sirah
AL: 15.2%
AVA: South Coast, San Diego County, Estate Grown
Production Notes
Cases Produced: 131
Composition: 73% Grenache, 12% Syrah, 13% Mourvèdre, 2% Petite Sirah
AL: 15.2%
AVA: South Coast, San Diego County, Estate Grown
Food Pairing Notes
Food Pairings: GSM blend is a versatile food pairing wine that works particularly well with dishes featuring Mediterranean spices including red pepper, sage, rosemary, and olives.
Cheese Pairings: a combination of soft and hard cheeses including Camembert, Parmigiano Reggiano, aged Gouda, aged-hard Cheddar, Harvarti and Swiss-styles.