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As you can tell we only make this wine when the time is right and the 2013 Vintage was it. The 2013 vintage in Napa Valley was another stellar year. The wine is bright, balanced and smooth. The warm and dry spring provided ideal weather and growing conditions for the 2013 vintage.
Our 2017 Grenache Blanc comes from a new source, Paragon Vineyards in the Edna Valley. It is located in San Luis Obispo, 90 minutes north of Santa Barbara.The vineyard was planted in 2005 and is just over 5 miles west of the PacificOcean. The soil is a mixture of volcanic, clay loam, and rocky marine sediment. The temperate climate allows for a long growing season while the lack of nutrients in the soils cause the vines to stress as they grow. Don’t worry that is a good thing.
In Napa, cabernet is king. So it didn't come as a surprise to hear the Uproot faithful clamoring for more. But they didn't want just any old cabernet, they wanted the biggest, baddest cab in the Valley. At Uproot we said, "Bring it on!" and went on a hunt to find the best fruit in Napa. We crossed our fingers for the perfect weather. And we barreled this bad boy 8 months longer than ever before. What we got can only be described as our Pièce de Résistance. Oh, and did we mention we received a 90 point rating from Wine Spectator. Not too shabby for the new kids on the block.
When we first started doing Grenache in 2012, it was so uncommon in Napa that the welcome committee was undecided. Then it promptly became our bestseller and for good reason. Enter the 2013 with some extra oomph in color and spicy character, plus prominent berries and a confectionery sweetness to complement the smokiness. You’ve heard of gateway drugs? This lighter-style red is an excellent gateway red for white lovers. We were never too worried about the approval of any committee, but we’re pretty sure they’ll be busting out the warm welcome for this one.
Grenache Blanc is an unusual varietal choice for Napa. And that’s exactly why we make it. With unexpected notes like bubblegum and petrol (you read that right), there’s no doubt that this one has a deliciously unique point of view. Extremely dry, with the pucker dialed up, it’s the bubblegum notes that really pop out and gobsmack you. Our fun wine of choice for the youthful at heart who are always up for venturing away from the status quo. If that’s you, let's be friends.
It's back! The 2016 Uproot Rose, dry with a refreshing mix of sour and sweet fruit. This lively Rosé keeps the summer vibes going well past the time the sun goes down. If Grenache is our gateway wine, this is our getaway wine, enjoyed best with sand between the toes and charcoal on the grill.
They said it couldn't be done. How could we possibly top 2012? It wasn't easy, but a frost-free winter accompanied by warm summer temperatures brought fruit that could best be described as: Early, even, and excellent. Our bright and balanced 2013 Sauv Blanc has staked its claim as the leader in the Uproot arsenal. A golden vintage for this Golden State wine.
