Reserve Grenache
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, rosemary-infused pork loin
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted in limited quantities, the Columbia Crest Reserve Grenache showcases the remarkable adaptability of Rhône varieties in the rugged terrain of Washington's Columbia Valley. Sourced from premier vineyard sites where well-drained, sandy-loam soils left behind by the prehistoric Missoula Floods force the vines to struggle, this wine benefits from the region's intense summer sun and cool desert nights. This dramatic diurnal shift coaxes out vibrant red fruit character, elegant floral aromas, and a signature white pepper spice. The winemaking team employs small-lot fermentation and gentle oak aging to preserve the grape's natural brightness and silky texture, resulting in a sophisticated expression of Washington terroir.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1983 in Paterson along the sun-drenched banks of the Columbia River, Columbia Crest has played a pivotal role in establishing Washington State as a premier world-class wine region. Situated in the heart of the Columbia Valley and Horse Heaven Hills, the estate benefits from ideal growing conditions characterized by warm diurnal shifts and well-draining soils. The winery focuses on precision viticulture and modern cellar craft to produce wines of remarkable consistency, depth, and accessibility. Columbia Crest is celebrated for its rich, structured Cabernet Sauvignon, plush Merlot, and vibrant Chardonnay, featured prominently across acclaimed ranges such as Grand Estates, H3, and the flagship Walter Clore Private Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache