SHOP / 2021 Le Colosse
Varietal
100% Merlot
Appellation
Yakima Valley AVA
Aging
Drink Now or Age 12+ Years
Vineyard
Boushey
Red Willow
Harrison Hill
DuBrul
2021 Le Colosse
Yakima Valley AVA
The 2021 Le Colosse represents the best qualities of Yakima Valley Merlot, sourced from four of the finest sites in the valley: Boushey, Dubrul, Harrison Hill, and Red Willow vineyards. Candied red fruits, opulent mouthfeel, and firm acid unite to create a pure expression of Merlot that is quite easy to enjoy in its youth. There are whiffs of sarsaparilla, red licorice, mixed berry compote and vanilla bean leading to a lush, energetic palate, with a savory component that adds depth and complexity.
93 Points - Cellar Selection
— Wine Enthusiast
93 Points - Cellar Selection
Le Colosse is a 100% Merlot made with fruit from some of Washington's finest vineyards. The wine's black- and blueberry, leather, aged balsamic, balsa wood and nutmeg aromas are an open invitation to keep swirling the glass. However, blackcap raspberry, black cherry, anise and oak spice flavors demand a turn. The tannins are grippy, so hide a few bottles away to enjoy from 2025–2038.
November 2024
Additional Scores:
93
James Suckling
93
Decanter
92
Vinous
Behind the Wine
2021 Le Colosse
For over three decades, DeLille has crafted remarkable wines that celebrate the unique potential of Washington State. Our Le Colosse is the truest form of that philosophy, with each vintage uncovered through careful selection and blending in the cellar. The result is a showcase of standout vineyards and varietals that inspire their craft. For the 2021 vintage, our winemakers focused exclusively on Merlot (100%), selecting barrels from Boushey, Red Willow, Harrison Hill, and DuBrul vineyards.
Vineyards
Le Colosse is sourced from four Yakima Valley vineyards: Boushey, Red Willow, DuBrul, and Harrison Hill.
Winemaking
Stainless steel fermented, 12-14 days on skins. Barrel aged 20 months in French oak (70% new). Bottle aged 8 months before release.