Levo, 'Two of a Kind,' Grenache, California, 2023

Overview of the Wine
The Central Coast of California is a blessed region, naturally endowed with diverse microclimates that produce wines of exceptional power and density. Levo works to showcase the richness of our terroir while still maintaining delicate varietal specificity, electric acidity, immense tension, and perhaps most importantly a sense of levity or lift in the glass. It is our belief that wine has an innate ability to elevate experience, whether that be a special moment with family, celebration or a fine meal.

2021 marks winemaker Bret Urness’ 10th vintage. He continues to craft microlots in a warehouse located in Tin City, Paso Robles, California. His aim is to keep production low so he can personally shepherd each barrel along and maintain complete quality control. Levo does not have an annual case production, as we bottle only the best barrels in the cellar. Whatever doesn’t make the cut is not included in our final blends.

Levo is honored to be working with many talented Central Coast farmers, who maintain some of the very most sought-after plots of dirt in California. This includes Ruben Solorzano of Stolpman, Kimsey, Harrison Clarke and Rancho Boa Vista in Ballard Canyon AVA as well as Michael Larner of Larner Vineyards. We are also honored to be working with the likes of Bill Gibbs, owner of G2, McMahon family of Fulldraw, and Carl Bowker at Caliza in Willow Creek AVA.

Winemaker
Bret Urness

Grape / Blend
93% Grenache, 4% Petite Sirah, 2% Syrah, 1% Clairette Blanche

Origin
Central Coast, California

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
This is a natural beauty; pure and fresh. Raspberry preserves, garrigue, warm mahogany, blood orange zest, and mandarin oil. Long and elegant, this wine floats effortlessly on the palate balancing density with elegance.

91 Points - The Wine Palate
The 2023 Two of a Kind Grenache is a blend of 93% Grenache, 4% Petite Sirah, 2% Syrah, and 1% Clairette Blanche, aged for 16 months in 600-liter oak barrels (one-year and neutral). Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it tears out of the glass with exuberant notes of black raspberries, followed by hints of rose oil, menthol, anise, and black pepper. The full-bodied palate is plush and juicy with loads of spicy accents and a seamless line of freshness, finishing fragrant.

Product size: 750ml