SHOP / 2021 Signature Syrah
Varietal
97% Syrah
3% Viognier
Appellation
Yakima Valley AVA
Aging
Drink Now or Age 5 to 12 Years
Vineyard
Grand Ciel
Ciel du Cheval
Boushey
2021 Signature Syrah
Yakima Valley AVA
The 2021 Signature Syrah sings on release, displaying a classic floral and charcuterie combination that is what Washington State Syrah is all about. Dark plum, violets and dried meats are the dominant aromas that lead way to a touch of orange pith and blueberry compote. The velvety texture lays on the palate effortlessly, with a juicy quality that shows the concentration of the vintage. This wine brings ‘all the feels’ invoking a great deal of satisfaction. Seamless balance, purity of fruit, and a luxurious mouthfeel makes this wine hard to put down. Enjoy now or cellar 10+ years.
94 Points
— James Suckling
94 Points
This plush, saturated, dark and concentrated wine is steeped in blackberries, blueberries and dark chocolate with black pepper accents. Aged in 20% new oak and including 3% viognier. Very layered on the palate and long on the finish. Tempting now; best from 2027.
March 2024
Additional Scores:
94
Wine Enthusiast
94
Decanter
93-95
Jen Dunnuck
Barrel Tasting, June 2023
Behind the Wine
2021 Signature Syrah
Nowhere on earth does the venerable Syrah grapevine feel more at home than in the arid and sun-drenched Yakima Valley of Washington State. Both the sandy loam soils and cool nights contribute to crafting a wine with incredible generosity of flavors and spices, qualities that elevate Syrah into an unparalleled category. We choose to co-ferment Syrah (98%) with Viognier (2%), adding another dimension of citrus and floral spices to the bouquet. Given the full character of this wine, the French oak barrels take a modest role in the background of our Signature Syrah.
Vineyards
Our Signature Syrah is sourced from some of Yakima Valley’s most acclaimed vineyards such as our estate Grand Ciel vineyard, Ciel du Cheval, and Boushey.
Winemaking
Fermented 12-14 days on skin with significant (~35%) native yeast, aged 20 months in 100% French oak (35% new). Co-fermented with 3% Viognier.