Alder Ridge Vineyard Grenache
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, herbed pork tenderloin
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the dramatic, wind-swept slopes of the Alder Ridge Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA, this Grenache reflects a unique Washington terroir. Perched on steep bluffs overlooking the Columbia River, the vineyard is defined by intense river winds that naturally reduce yields and thicken grape skins, yielding concentrated flavors. Winemaker Ryan Crane employs low-intervention techniques, utilizing neutral oak aging to preserve the vibrant, pure expression of the fruit. The resulting wine is celebrated for its bright red berry profile, savory dried herbs, and a distinct mineral vein that speaks directly to the sandy loam soils of its origin.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in the renowned Walla Walla Valley of Washington State, Kerloo Cellars crafts artisanal, site-expressive wines that celebrate the Pacific Northwest's premier terroirs. Operating with a philosophy centered on minimal intervention, low oak influence, and native fermentations, Crane seeks to showcase the pure, vibrant fruit character of respected vineyard sites across Columbia Valley and Yakima Valley. The winery is particularly acclaimed for its dynamic Rhône-style offerings, notably single-vineyard Syrah and crisp Grenache Rosé, alongside energetic expressions of Tempranillo, Grenache Blanc, and Sauvignon Blanc.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache