2023 | Vineyard 36 Foundation | Napa Valley Grandes Murailles and dark spices one expects

and dark spices one expects from the more lush Southern Rhône

The tannins are powerful yet superbly integrated and harmonious

it's medium-bodied

a mélange of red and black fruit

a crisp acidity backbone that highlights spice and minerals

2023 | Vineyard 36 Foundation | Napa Valley Grandes Murailles and dark spices one expectsLush and velvety, hedonistic Foundation Red is Vineyard 36's Merlot heavy blend that shows why Merlot based wines were so popular (and really should be again!). Former Carolina Hurricanes stars and red wine lovers Cam Ward and Tim Gleason are joined by partner Jason Earnest and winemaker Keith Emerson in producing this fantastic red blend. The latest release impresses in its balance and brightness. Red fruit dominant, it has grainy, grippy tannin and