TENET
GSM CALIFORNIA
GRENACHE • SYRAH • MOURVÈDRE
"The elegance of the Rhône with the soul of California: a masterful blend balancing vibrant fruit freshness with silky tannins and the depth of the earth."
The Meeting of Two Worlds
The Tenet project was born from an extraordinary collaboration between visionary Charles Smith and Rhône Valley masters Philippe Cambie and Michel Gassier. This GSM pays tribute to French tradition, reinterpreted under the California sun to deliver controlled power and vibrant elegance. It is a strictly dry red wine, proof that the dogma, or principles, of classic winemaking can flourish with entirely renewed energy in American terroir.
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1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Tenet Wines.
Origin: Selection of vineyards in California's temperate climate, USA.
Blend: Grenache (body and fruit), Syrah (structure and color), Mourvèdre (spice and longevity).
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: 12 to 16 months in fine-grain French oak barrels.
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Alc. Vol.
Size: 750 ml bottle
2. Sommelier's Notes (Tasting Experience)
Appearance: Deep, dense, brilliant ruby red, with violet hues that reveal its excellent concentration.
Nose: An intoxicating, complex bouquet. Dominant notes of ripe red fruit (raspberry, black cherry) mingle with exotic spices, white pepper, lavender, and a subtle hint of cocoa.
Palate: Enveloping, sumptuous texture. It has a dry profile, with silky tannins perfectly polished by oak. It shows exceptional balance between the warmth of California fruit and refreshing acidity that invites another sip.
3. Blend Profile
4. Food Pairings and Serving Ritual
Hearty Fare: The ultimate companion for rosemary-roasted lamb, pepper-crusted grilled steaks, or a slow-cooked beef short rib stew.
Chef's Cuisine: Pairs sublimely with porcini mushroom risotto or a traditional ratatouille that brings out the Mourvèdre notes.
Cheeses: Aged sheep's-milk cheeses, young Manchego, or mild blue cheeses to contrast with its fruitiness.
Premium Serving: Serve between 16°C and 18°C. A brief decant of 20 to 30 minutes is recommended to aerate the wine and awaken its aromatic complexity.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
What defines the GSM style in Tenet wine?
GSM stands for Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, the three classic Rhône varieties. Tenet applies this traditional blend to California grapes, creating a wine with the vibrant fruit of the New World and the mineral, spicy structure of the Old World.
What is the ideal serving temperature for Tenet GSM?
Serve between 16°C and 18°C. Given its complexity and the prominence of Syrah in the blend, decanting for 30 minutes allows the lavender and exotic spice notes to fully open up.
Is this a wine for aging?
Yes. Although highly enjoyable now thanks to its silky tannins, it has the structure to develop favorably in the cellar over the next 8 to 12 years.
Where can I buy Tenet GSM Red Wine in Mexico?
You can buy Tenet GSM Red Wine, 750 ml, at La Cava Shop with free shipping on orders over $1,499 MXN and a 90-day return guarantee at no cost.