ENZ Mourvèdre 2024

Mourvèdre is rarely associated with coastal California. Yet, on the hillsides of San Benito County, it finds a unique balance, influenced by the Pacific Ocean and temperature variations that preserve its freshness.

ENZ Mourvèdre 2024 expresses this lighter, more ethereal facet of the grape. The nose opens with black cherry, fresh plum, and wild berries, enhanced by notes of black pepper, garrigue, and a slightly smoky touch.

The palate is lithe, without heaviness. The texture remains supple, the tannins are fine, and the finish, saline and spicy, prolongs the wine beautifully.

A luminous interpretation of Mourvèdre, built more on tension and drinkability than on power.

Winery

Brij Wines

Winemaker

Rajat Parr

Cuvée

ENZ Mourvèdre

Vintage

2024

Appellation

San Benito County

Region

California

Grape Variety

100% Mourvèdre

Terroir

Vines grown on the limestone soils of San Benito County, under the influence of the cool climate of California's Central Coast.

Viticulture

Grapes from vineyards managed organically. Hand-harvested.

Aging

Fermentation with native yeasts. Aged in old barrels. Unfined, unfiltered wine, with little to no added sulfur.

Style

A precise, saline, and spicy Mourvèdre, where freshness and finesse take precedence over concentration.