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Anfora Rosso, Grape Republic - 2021

Name: Anfora Rosso, Grape Republic
Brand: Grape Republic
SKU: 50561
Price: 43.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 50561 750mL

A dry red blend of vitis vinifera and hybrid grapes including Merlot, Steuben, Muscat Bailey A, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes were de-stemmed and fermented and aged in amphora for 8 months. This light-bodied and racy red has primary fruit aromas and would be excellent chilled. Pair with imoni.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2021

Country

Japan

Region

Yamagata

Producer

Grape Republic

Grape Variety

Merlot

Cabernet Sauvignon

Delaware

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Staff Pick Notes

After establishing a few restaurants and years of being a sommelier, Kasuomi Fujimaki started The Grape Republic in 2015 with the intention of establishing a natural wine tradition in Japan. He chose to start in Nanyo where the hills of calcareous soils and large diurnal temperature shifts were ideal for growing vines. Organic farming and no additives (sulfur, yeasts, etc) are the rules that The Grape Republic adheres to. The Anfora Rosso is a light bodied juicy style red that is so appropriate as the seasons warm up. It is made with a blend of modern hybrid and traditional grapes. It’s bottled after 8 months of aging in Spanish clay amphora. Bright juicy pomegranate, lychee, and raspberry fruit mingle with herbs and clove. At 11.5% and a having soft, easy profile, it’s perfect for a long hang with friends.

- CP

Glossary

Merlot

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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