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In the red wine grape canon, Cabernets, Syrahs and Pinots often steal the spotlight—and for good reason. They yield complex and layered wines, and there’s a long history of vintners who have perfected working with the varietals. But they have some competition: Grenache. Known for its light- to medium-bodied expression, Grenache has long been a versatile workhorse in blends. “It tends to be that beautiful ethereal backdrop that does a really good job at highlighting its team members,” says Anna-Christina Cabrales, Director of Tasting at Wine Enthusiast. Among them? Syrah, Mourvèdre and Carignan. But the red grape—originally from the part of Europe that is now eastern Spain and southern France—is poised to steal the show. Winemakers are revisiting the varietal’s role as a blend component. Climate change has upended what’s expected from the grape, which is gaining more body and structure as the weather warms. Now, the grape is yielding top-quality single-varietal bottles. You May Also Like: The Coming of Cool-Climate Grenache “It’s a juicy varietal, especially when it's by itself,” Cabrales says. “It feels silky on the palate and presents a pop of high-toned red fruit that always makes my eyes perk up—it's just so good!” Beaujolais fans, especially, will enjoy Grenache, she adds. In the spirit of embracing Grenache's new potential, our tasting team pulled together 14 exceptional Grenache bottles—both blends and single-varietal offerings—from wineries in California, Washington, France and Spain. In the shop Wine Enthusiast Somm Universal Handblown Wine Glass In Stock | $34.99 Shop Now

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