YEAR: 2018

BLEND:
49% Syrah
33% Cabernet Sauvignon
18% Petite Sirah

SOURCE:
Syrah – Air Field Estates, Yakima Valley AVA, WA
Cabernet Sauvignon – Shaw Vineyard, Red Mountain AVA, WA
Petite Sirah – Elephant Mountain Vineyard, Yakima Valley AVA, WA

ABV: 15%

WINEMAKER NOTES: 2018 was a perfect growing season in eastern Washington – heat early in the summer with a cool fall and no rain. These ideal conditions resulted in grapes with high sugar, balanced acid, and amazing color. Inspired by some of Australia’s most famous blends, we combined soft, lush Syrah, firmly structured Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply intense Petite Sirah. Aged in 54% new French and American oak for added structure and complexity, this wine is one of the premier blends of the vintage.

AWARDS:

• Double Gold – 2022 Great Northwest Wine Platinum Awards
• Gold—San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2022
• Gold/91 points – Critics Challenge 2022
• Gold – San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:

• Grilled sausage with roasted vegetables
• Lamb
• Venison
• Rib-eye steak with maitre d’ butter
• Flavorful cheeses

PRICE:
$22.00 bottle / $180.00 case

REVIEWS:

Subtle but rich fruit, nice tannins and acidity. – Michael Cervin