Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache 2022 cote-de-nuits and harvesting the Sauvignon Blanc

and harvesting the Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier grapes early was fundamental for preserving the aromatic freshness of the wines

Nicely filigreed and elegant on the palate and leaves a gorgeous feeling of sweet pear

hand sorted and fermented with own yeasts and some whole bunches

96 POINTS - Philip Rich

Gamey aromas of black cherries

Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache 2022 cote-de-nuits and harvesting the Sauvignon BlancGetting access to fruit from the Smart Vineyard is a bit of a coup. These vines were put in the ground back in 55 up in the hills of Clarendon, and they produce some of the most distinct Grenache in the region. Brad (AKA Brash Higgins) hasnt messed with it too much, but hes definitely put his stamp on it. For the 2022, he went with 50% whole bunches and a wild ferment, followed by a long nap 20 months in seasoned French puncheons. Its got a real