Summer Release 2024
Featured Wines
2023 Rosé
Columbia Valley AVA
Our Rosé is a traditional blend of Grenache (46%), Mourvèdre (48%) and Cinsaut (6%). While Grenache provides plentiful juicy red berries, the salmon-pink hue and wild (sauvage) character remain the hallmarks of the Mourvèdre grape. Incorporating a subtle touch of Cinsaut adds a savory watermelon nuance. This is a balanced style of rosé that retains crisp acidity. It is a wine that begs to be chilled and enjoyed al fresco, keeping in mind that some folks credit France as the place where the word ‘picnic’ originated!
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POINT RATING
— Owen Bargreen
2022 Red Willow Chardonnay
Yakima Valley
The inaugural vintage of Red Willow Chardonnay is both vibrant and complex, showcasing the best qualities of the grape, alongside pleasant notes from full malolactic fermentation. The tasting experience opens with lively citrus aromas of Meyer lemon and tart blood orange complemented by tropical mango notes and herbaceous salinity. On the palate, the aromas linger, compliments by flavors of Asian pear and wet stone, The mouthfeel is bright yet creamy with vibrant acidity that lingers on the palate. This wine is exquisite now, but because of its elegant balance, it will develop beautifully with some time in the bottle.
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POINT RATING
— Owen Bargreen
Featured Wines
2023 Roussanne
Red Mountain AVA
Presenting the attributes of warmer harvest conditions, our 2023 Roussanne opens with aromas and flavors of Lemongrass, Granny Smith apple, nectarine, and a hint of petrichor. This wine has a voluptuous creamy texture on the palate that borders on waxy, complimented by a fresh acidity. This wine has excellent tension to accompany the round, more opulent style the warm vintage offers. Drink in the next few years to experience more of this effort’s fresh, fruity side, or cellar for 7+ years to witness its evolution.
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POINT RATING
— Owen Bargreen
2022 Le Dessein
Columbia Valley AVA
Our 2022 Le Dessein allows the classic marriage of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah to shine with bright red fruit and warm spices. The nose is bright, opening with a burst of pomegranate and strawberry-rhubarb aromas. Syrah contributes sweet spices like cinnamon and clove, while the Mourvèdre brings big brambly flavors. The Grenache brightens the blend and is responsible for candied red fruit flavors. The balance between these three varietals is displayed on the palate, as the broad yet velvety structure combines effortlessly with the lively acidity to give the wine length and continued bursts of flavor. This wine is energetic and enjoyable in its youth, and it can also cellar gracefully for 8+ years.
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POINT RATING
— Tim Fish, Wine Spectator
Featured Wines
2022 Saffron Fields Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley
The 2022 Saffron Fields Pinot Noir is refreshing and bright, leading with a mix of quintessential red fruit with hints of darker fruit throughout. The aromas are delicate, red currant and black cherry mingle with sweet pipe tobacco and a hint of citrus on the nose. The palate is polished and herbaceous, with flavors of tea leaf, tarragon, and rose petal, as well as cranberry and fresh mushroom flavors, which both add complexity. This seductive wine handled the challenging growing season in the Willamette Valley in stride. Enjoy now or cellar 10+ years to see how this beauty evolves.
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POINT RATING
— Sean P. Sullivan NW Wine Report
2022 Lazy River Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley
Our 2022 Lazy River Pinot Noir is a masterful blend of both earthy and bright red fruit notes. Bing cherry, fresh strawberry, and hibiscus flower aromas waft from the glass, and on the first sip, these notes continue on the palate. The palate is lively with a vivid acidity, complemented by sweet and supple tannins. There is a notable beetroot flavor reminiscent of wines from the old world, accompanied by fresh herbs. This wine is seamless and quaffable in its youth, with beautiful layers of fruit and spice. This wine should be in its prime for the next 8+ years.
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POINT RATING
— Sean P. Sullivan, NW Wine Report
