Doctor's Orders Grenache, Santa Ynez Valley, California

The 2022 Doctor’s Orders Grenache is a lively, terroir-driven red that captures the charm and authenticity of one of California’s oldest Grenache vineyards. Produced from SIP Certified fruit and crafted with minimal intervention, it offers a playful yet refined expression that shines equally at the table or in casual settings.

Product Details:

• Type: Red wine, dry
• Varietal Composition: Predominantly Grenache, co-fermented with Syrah
• Alcohol: 13.8%
• Vineyard: SIP Certified; among the oldest Grenache plantings in California
• Farming: Organic and sustainable practices
• Harvest: Hand-picked
• Fermentation: Co-fermentation with Syrah, 20% whole cluster, partial carbonic fermentation
• Aging: 8 months in neutral French oak, no racking
• Fining/Filtration: None
• Residual Sugar: None
• Vegan: Yes

Sensory Description:

Juicy, bright red fruit bursts from the glass, with pomegranate, raspberry, and cherry leading the way. Herbal notes from stem inclusion mingle with earthy hints of button mushroom, adding depth. On the palate, it’s refreshingly vibrant yet texturally smooth, showing raspberry soda–like lift, dusted with mint and pepper. The finish is clean, balanced, and irresistibly moreish.

Awards & Accolades:

• 92 Points – Wine Enthusiast (2024): “Bottled in clear glass, indicating its drink-now status, this is a fun, refreshing blend. Snappy aromas of pomegranate, raspberry, and cherry are lifted by minty herbs on the nose. The palate drinks almost like a raspberry soda pop, but one dusted in mint and pepper.”

Winemaker's Background:

Doctor’s Orders sources its Grenache from a SIP Certified vineyard renowned for having some of the oldest plantings in California. The vineyard owners partner closely with the winemaking team, offering exclusive access to top-quality fruit and attentive farming. The approach in the cellar is rooted in low-intervention winemaking: careful hand-picking, thoughtful co-fermentation, and gentle pressing, all designed to preserve purity and a sense of place. The result is a wine that honors the vineyard’s heritage while embracing a fresh, modern drinkability.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 55–60°F for maximum refreshment. Perfect with grilled lamb chops, herbed roast chicken, mushroom risotto, or a simple berry and goat cheese salad. Equally suited to sipping outdoors on a warm afternoon or enjoying alongside a thoughtfully prepared meal.

Bright, joyful, and irresistibly quaffable, the 2022 Doctor’s Orders Grenache balances heritage and modernity in every sip, a wine that invites you to pour another glass.