Donkey & Goat, The Bear, Sierra Foothills, El Dorado County, California, USA 2017

93
Tasted by: Chris Wilson
(at Ace Hotel, London, 12 Mar 2020)
Drinking Window: 2020 - 2030
This six-grape Rhône blend sees Counoise leading the charge making up 53% of the mix, followed by Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Roussanne. It’s fresh and mineral with pomegranate acidity, raspberry fruit and a savoury, bloody backbone. Delicious.
Donkey & Goat, The Bear, Sierra Foothills, El Dorado County, California, USA 2017
Producer
Donkey & Goat
Brand
The Bear
Vintage
2017
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
USA
Region
California
Appellation
Sierra Foothills
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
15.00%
Body
Full
Grapes
Syrah / Shiraz
Counoise