Collection Grenache Blend ‘Optimist’
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Sanguis Collection “Optimist” is a vibrant and playful red wine produced in Santa Barbara County by winemaker Matthias Pippig.
- While primarily Grenache-based, this wine is known for its unique blend of various grapes, designed to be aromatic, textured, and accessible for early enjoyment.
- ‘Optimist’ features Grenache sourced from three different blocks at Watch Hill Vineyard, complemented by smaller amounts of Petit Verdot from Two Wolves Wine and Syrah from Kimsey Vineyard.
- This Grenache-centric wine is enjoyable year-round.
Varietal Composition: Grenache, Petit Verdot, Syrah
Elaboration: Fermented with 40% whole clusters using native yeasts, this wine was bottled after two years on its lees in large, mostly neutral French oak.
Tasting Notes: Vibrant, youthful, wildly perfumed, and playfully suave.
PRESS
2021 – 92 Vinous | 91 Jeb Dunnuck
2022 – 93 Jeb Dunnuck | 92 Vinous | 90 Wine Advocate
2023 – 93-95 Vinous | 91 Wine Advocate
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
The Sanguis Collection is a highly regarded boutique winery situated in Santa Barbara, California. Established in 2004 by Matthias and Jamie Pippig, the winery has gained acclaim for its creative blending of Rhône and Bordeaux varietals, producing small-batch wines that showcase the distinct character of Santa Ynez Valley grapes. With a commitment to minimal intervention in the winemaking process, Sanguis employs native yeasts and emphasizes crafting delicious, well-balanced wines that authentically express their unique terroir.