- Practicing Biodynamic
- 97% Syrah, 3% Viognier
- Walla Walla Valley AVA
- Cailloux vineyard
- Planted in 1997
- 18 months of aging in 15-20% new French oak
- 14.1% alc
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
United States
Region:
Washington
Appellation:
Walla Walla
Variety:
Syrah
Color:
Red
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-CAY-41-21 | 3/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
96
Date
2024-02-22
"Arresting wood smoke and cured ham aromas lead to incredibly concentrated, earthy, meaty flavors matched by blackberries and black pepper that seem to swell on the palate and accelerate through the finish. Co-fermented with a small amount of viognier and aged in mostly neutral French, larger-format oak casks. From biodynamically grown grapes. Best from 2029."
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2024-03-21
"The 2021 Syrah en Cerise displays a medium ruby hue with a soft garnet edge. It features sappy black cherry and sour plum notes complemented by spicy herbs and hung meat, offering an earthy, robust character. On the medium-bodied palate, dusty flowers and iodine unfold to firm, gripping tannins that lead to a finish marked by notes of smoked cherries. Best enjoyed with food. This Syrah spent 18 months aging, with approximately 20% of the wine resting in new French oak. A total of 4,548 bottles were made."