2016 'Ginger Man' Syrah

94% Syrah・6% Grenache 

Walla Walla Valley

Released 6/16/18  ・  300 Cases  ・  14.5% ALC

Tasting Notes

Black plum, blackberry, dried cranberries, and licorice with notes of cabinet spice and toasted hazelnuts. Concentrated flavors of blackberries and black cherry lead the way with nicely integrated tannins and a rich mouthfeel. The finish is long and spicy with lingering flavors of cinnamon, clove, ginger, and orange peel.

Ratings + Awards

91 pts :: Wine Spectator

Double Gold :: 2018 Wine Press NW Platinum Judging

Gold :: 2018 NW Wine Summit

Silver :: 2018 Great Northwest Wine Invitational

Gold :: 2018 Cascadia Wine Competition 

Production

300 Cases

Method

This handcrafted Syrah was whole-berry fermented in small bins for approximately 12 days, followed by 10 days of extended maceration to optimize phenolic and flavor extraction. After 18 months of barrel aging, we blended our Syrah with a small amount of Grenache to add richness and spice.