WINEMAKER NOTES
Smells like: dusty violet, blueberry, caramelized fig, white pepper
Tastes like: black cherry, smoked herb-encrusted meat, olive brine
Mouthfeel: richly textured mid- to back-palate, gripping minerality, bright acid drink with: bbq; roasted lamb or chicken; ratatouille
THE 2012 VINTAGE:
Spring brought us more precipitation than usual, followed by a hot, dry summer. We experienced plenty of warm days without it being overly hot. Since WSU began recording heat units, the 2012 vintage was right on track with a “perfect average.” The wines of this vintage show beautiful characteristics of fruit ripeness while remaining elegant and balanced.
VITICULTURE:
100% estate, sustainably farmed. Founding member of VINEA.
Oak Program: 100% French - 89% used; 11% new
Finished Alcohol: 14.6%
Big, rich and voluptuously styled, the 2012 Syrah Walla Walla is another wine that shows the vintage nicely. Medium to full-bodied, with fabulous fruit and texture, it boasts loads of plum, blackberry, licorice, singed herbs and hints of meat in its forward, very drinkable personality. I don’t think it will make old bones, but it should continue to impress through 2020. - Robert Parker 90 Points
