An eclectic mix of barrels that took their sweet time to finish primary fermentation, but the happy end is a juicy red ready to chill.
Grapes & vineyards: 2020 is
Mourvedre | Conley Vineyard | Yakima, WA | (certified organic)
Malbec | Conley Vineyard | Yakima, WA (certified organic)
Verdelho | Sonrisa Vineyard | Rattlesnake Hills AVA | Zillah, WA (practicing organic)
Pinot Noir | Cancilla Vineyard (certified organic)
2021 is Mourvedre | Conley Vineyard | Yakima, WA (certified organic)
Malbec | Conley Vineyard | Yakima, WA (certified organic)
Cinsault | Strand Vineyard (sustainably farmed)
Pinot Noir | Cancilla Vineyard (certified organic)
Making of: the Pinot Noir grapes were direct-pressed, while the Verdelho grapes were macerated on skins, as well as the reds. The wines were then racked into barrels where they slowly naturally fermented before being blended.
Personality: Cherry starburst, floral, black tea.
