ROCK Cuvee Cooper Grenache
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, rosemary-infused pork tenderloin
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Tor Kenward's deep appreciation for Rhône-style wines shines in the Rock Cuvée Cooper, a bottling that pays tribute to both the rugged, stone-laden soils of its vineyard sources and Tor's beloved late golden retriever, Cooper, who spent many days roaming the vines. Sourced from select high-altitude, low-yielding hillside sites in Sonoma and Napa, this Grenache-dominant cuvée is crafted with minimal intervention. Fermented using native yeasts and aged primarily in neutral French oak, the wine captures the pure, expressive essence of the varietal—showcasing vibrant red fruit, white pepper, and wild herb notes that reflect the unique volcanic terroirs of Northern California.
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Founded in 2001 by Napa Valley veteran Tor Kenward and his wife Susan, TOR Kenward Family Wines is a boutique estate dedicated to crafting small-lot, single-vineyard wines that express the singular terroirs of Napa Valley. Drawing on Kenward's nearly three decades of experience at Beringer, the winery sources fruit from legendary sites, most notably the historic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. The winemaking philosophy, guided by winemaker Jeff Ames, emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing native yeast fermentations, and bottling without fining or filtration. TOR is highly celebrated for its powerful, complex Cabernet Sauvignons and expressive Syrahs that showcase the pinnacle of California winemaking. Address: 1507 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA Website: https://torwines.com