Palate
This complex red blend marries together a variety of
characteristics and layers that complement each other,
including lively flavors of red and black fruit punctuated
with layers of spice and caramel on the finish.
Growing Conditions
The 2015 vintage was one of the warmest growing seasons on record
in Washington. Warm temperatures continued through the spring and summer,
moderating slightly into fall and extending an early harvest. Overall, 2015 saw very favorable growing conditions, producing optimal
ripening across varieties and yielding outstanding wines throughout
the region.
Harvest
Fruit was harvested from vineyards located predominantly on the
Wahluke Slope and in the Horse Heaven Hills within the Columbia Valley.
Winemaking
Grapes were fermented separately in stainless steel tanks. After seven
days the grapes were pressed and fermentation finished in the tanks.
Aging
Aging occurred for approximately 11 months in nearly 50% older barrels
and 50% new barrels, both French and American.
