Stronghold Wines
GROUNDWORK
The Stronghold Wines brand is the newest creation from winemakers Eric Glomski and Maynard James Keenan. By using an American Appellation we have the ability to source fruit from anywhere in North America, intentionally combining terroirs and dabbling with other growing regions. MANDALA is the first wine in the new Stronghold Wines lineup. The first casting of Mandala features a White Rhône Blend and a Red Rhône Blend.
Mandala
Maynard explains the Mandala best... “A physical metaphor for impermanence, is composed of tiny grains of varying color and shade gathered from far and wide. Our global terrain offers an infinite palate. Drawing from this palate and upon their Intuition, Focus, Patience and Dexterity, the Artists construct and present a single moment, never to be repeated. This wine is constructed with these principles in mind. With Time, Weather and Varietals influenced by contrasting terroir as our palate, we offer you this deliberate combination of places, never to be duplicated and to be enjoyed in this moment.”
Stronghold Wines
Mandala
An American White Wine
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WINEMAKER NOTES
A rich and generous wine, with ripe peach, nectarine, apricot and tangerine flavors that are woven together on a full, lush body with mineral details and juicy acidity. Impressively long finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS Pair this wine with oysters on the half shell and creamy cheeses with dried fruits.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Grapes 87% Viognier, 8% Grenache Blanc, 5% Orange Muscat
Grape sources Edna Valley
Alcohol 13%
Ageing Neutral French Oak and Stainless
Cases 1000 Bottled 8.22.2011
Winemaker Eric Glomski
Stronghold Wines
Mandala
An American Red Wine
WINEMAKER NOTES
On the nose, voluptuous aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and spice emanate from the glass, all of them expanding and deepening when you take a sip. Red plums and pomegranate join the dark fruits with flawless synergy. Then more layers are revealed: tingly black pepper, anise, vanilla and violets. All that fruitiness and perfume is balanced with good acidity, supple tannins and a bit of earth.
FOOD PAIRINGS Pair this wine with barbecue Italian sausage with roasted bell peppers.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Grapes 39% Cinsault, 25% Syrah, 25% Petite Syrah, 5% Counoise, 4% Grenache, 2% Viognier
Grape Sources: Napa, Paso Robles
Alcohol 13.9%
Ageing 12 months 50% 2 year French and Neutral Oak
Cases 2900 Bottled 8.22.2011
Winemaker Eric Glomski