2022 Estate Grenache-Mourvèdre-Syrah-Malbec
Walla Walla Valley
We have been experimenting with Mediterranean varietals for years now, and are excited about this blend. Fermented with native yeasts and spontaneous malolactic fermentation, the blend will change from year to year to produce a wine inspired by some of our old world favorites. This wine was produced from grapes grown at Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard (Salmon Safe certified) at the western edge of the Walla Walla Valley.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Walla Walla Valley
Aging
19 months | Barrel aging was done in 38% new French oak / 62% two year-old French and Hungarian oak (all 59 gallon barrels).
Bottling Date
May 15, 2024
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This wine is deep ruby red in color with aromatics of Italian plum, fig, oregano, and Nicoise olive. In the mouth, jammy fruit notes evolve nicely into a smooth mouthfeel with subtle oak expressions. Its bright fruit and acidity make it a very food-worthy wine.
Vineyard Notes
Planted in 1977, Woodward Canyon is the westernmost vineyard in Walla Walla Valley AVA, roughly 15 miles west of Walla Walla, Washington. There are 35 vineyard acres planted and several more acres of green belts that support native species such as western juniper, ponderosa pine, western sagebrush, arrowleaf balsamroot, and perennial wildflowers. Ritzville silt loam over fractured basalt, slope 15-18%, 750-850 ft elevation. All grapes are Salmon Safe certified as is the wine.
Production Notes
Hand harvested and sorted. 48 hour cold soak. Fermented with Woodward Canyon native yeast in 2 ton stainless steel fermenters.
Winemaker Notes
Varietal composition: 50% Syrah, 25% Mourvèdre, 25% Grenache.
Food Pairing Notes
Pair with grilled summer vegetables or lamb tagine.
Production
Case Production: 201 cases
Other Notes
This wine will benefit from more bottle aging; with proper cellaring, it should age well for up to ten years. Store and serve at cellar temperature.