Girard '22 Napa County Rosé

93% Grenache, 6% Zinfandel, 0.5% Mourvèdre, 0.5% Viognier

Our Grenache-based rosé offers a delightful bouquet of fresh strawberries and ripe watermelon. The palate showcases vibrant acidity, crisp citrus, and juicy melon notes with a hint of floral undertones. The mineral-driven finish is both refreshing and mouthwatering, inviting another sip.

The 2022 year started off drier than usual, followed by unprecedented weather including hail in May, and heat spikes in September, followed by rain. Despite these challenges, we persevered. Harvest started in early August, and the flurry of activity didn’t let up until all the grapes were off the vine. It was an exciting vintage, challenging our winemaking team with another year of lower than desired yields. Our winemaking team transformed the meager yields into wines with refreshing acidity, as well as striking balance of flavor and mouthfeel. Wines from this vintage are marked by freshness, opulence, intensity, and elegance, all at the same time.