GSM
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
grilled lamb chops, roasted duck, herbed pork tenderloin
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' GSM is a masterful estate-grown blend that showcases the warmer microclimates of southern Monterey County, specifically areas like the Hames Valley and San Lucas AVAs. While northern Monterey is famous for cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the southern reaches of the Salinas Valley experience intense daytime heat mitigated by dramatic afternoon winds and cool night temperatures. This extreme diurnal shift is ideal for Rhône varieties. The Grenache contributes bright red fruit and spice, the Syrah lends structure, deep color, and savory black pepper notes, while the Mourvèdre brings earthiness and firm tannins. Historically, Scheid has utilized sustainable farming practices and wind-powered vinification to craft this expressive red, capturing the wild, rugged beauty of the Monterey landscape in a balanced, food-friendly style.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre