2022 The Story

"First find out what your hero wants, then just follow him." - Ray Bradbury
 

Copia Vineyards Willow Creek Estate | Paso Robles Willow Creek District
 

Calcareous limestone, siliceous shale
 

It's a tall order to produce a grenache of character while also focusing on its elegant power. The Story is chock-full of beautiful red and black fruit aromas interlaced with complex notes of savory green olive tapenade, bergamot and herbes de Provence. Centered in its acidity, it's a lovely wine with a silky finish.

 

The wine rested for 19 months in a combination of concrete and French oak puncheons, 37% of which was new oak.

 

"... it features evocative notes of black raspberries, red currant jelly, and pomegranate, plus wafts of dried roses and orange peel. The full-bodied palate has a plush texture and lively line framing the bright, vibrant fruit, finishing on a floral note."
-94 pts Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent

-94 pts | Wine Enthusiast

“Bright, fresh and red-fruited, with aromas of cherries, green olives and pomegranates. The palate has a medium body with crunchy tannins and focused acidity ...” 
-93 pts | James Suckling

“Red and black fruits, herbes de Provence, sandalwood, and ground pepper all shine in the 2022 The Story, a beautifully textured, ripe, layered barrel sample ...” 
-92-94 pts | Jeb Dunnuck