From: Columbia Valley, Washington, USA

Varietal: 100% Grenache

Tasting Notes: The 2018 ‘Stillwater Creek Vineyard’ Grenache is another outstanding bottling by the talented Andrew Januik. Pretty red florals mingle with Mandarin orange rind and guava puree on this exotic bouquet. The mouthfeel here is outstanding as this beautiful wine delivers plenty of bright red fruits with tobacco leaf and blood orange zest undertones. Drink 2021-2028

The Novelty Hill and Januik partnership began in 2000, shortly after Mike began consulting on the planting of the Alberg family’s Stillwater Creek Vineyard on the Royal Slope of the Frenchman Hills in Washington State’s Columbia Valley. Though an uncharted growing region at the time, Mike liked what the site offered and was intrigued by the Albergs’ interest in planting a diverse selection of clones. He encouraged the family to consider making wine from the site; they agreed, provided Mike serve as winemaker. Novelty Hill was born.