2021 "Ora et Labora" Grenache

Bien Nacido Vineyard, 96 points

"The exceptional 2021 vintage of Ora et Labora from Bien Nacido Vineyard is one of our best showings of a single-vineyard Grenache from this site. A deeply red violet color, the wine brings bing cherry and crushed stones on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied, with fine tannins, offering notes of kirsch, bacon, and licorice.  The wine finishes rich and long. A classic Vin-de-Garde Châteauneuf-du-Pape style wine from one of the best California terroirs."  - Paul Lato

"... slowly unfurling aromas of black cherry and plum, lilac and lavender, plus touches of blood orange, mushroom and tobacco ... The full-bodied palate is hedonistic with highly concentrated, fragrant flavors ... floral finish call you back to the glass for another sip." - 96 points, Wine Advocate (Erin Brooks)

"...pops from the glass with vibrant black cherries, fresh blackberries, and anise scents, leading to hints of garrigue and iron ore... delivers impactful black fruit flavors with exotic spices accents and a velvety texture, finishing with a refreshing lift." - 94+ points, Wine Independent (Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW)

"...It's easily one of the finest Grenache releases I've tasted from Lato..." - 94 points, Jeb Dunnuck