Domaine Serene
Grand Cheval Red Blend
Oregon, USA
Unique blend of Dundee Hills Pinot Noir and Oregon Walla Walla Syrah although Syrah character is dominant. 14.3% ABV. $85.
Unique blend of Dundee Hills Pinot Noir and Oregon Walla Walla Syrah although Syrah character is dominant. 14.3% ABV. $85.
Oct 10th, 2020
This is a big boy that would be killer with some heavy game or ribs. Bacon grease and baking soda on the nose. Muddled dark berries and well balanced acidity with a heavy body. Long, powerful finish with good mild spices.
This is a big boy that would be killer with some heavy game or ribs. Bacon grease and baking soda on the nose. Muddled dark berries and well balanced acidity with a heavy body. Long, powerful finish with good mild spices.
Jan 26th, 2019Tasted yesterday with @domaineserene president, Ryan Harris, the Grand Cheval 2013 is a blend of 80% Syrah from Walla Walla's outstanding The Rocks District AVA. The balance of this uncommon blend is a dollop of Pinot Noir from Domaine Serene's Mark Bradford vineyard. Sumptuous, lifted aromas of boysenberries, rhubarb, violets, loamy earth, graphite and spice. It's broad shouldered, yet fresh and refined, with black fruit anchored in fine, sueded tannins, followed by a subtle burst of acidity that terminates in peppery bliss.
Tasted yesterday with @domaineserene president, Ryan Harris, the Grand Cheval 2013 is a blend of 80% Syrah from Walla Walla's outstanding The Rocks District AVA. The balance of this uncommon blend is a dollop of Pinot Noir from Domaine Serene's Mark Bradford vineyard. Sumptuous, lifted aromas of boysenberries, rhubarb, violets, loamy earth, graphite and spice. It's broad shouldered, yet fresh and refined, with black fruit anchored in fine, sueded tannins, followed by a subtle burst of acidity that terminates in peppery bliss.
1 person found it helpfulSep 21st, 2016
70/30 syrah pinot noir. It's fine, but not for the price.
70/30 syrah pinot noir. It's fine, but not for the price.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 12th, 2015Grand Chevalier from Domaine Serene. Just says red wine but guessing it's Merlot based. Have always enjoyed the wines of Domaine Serene but this one is overdone, too ripe, too much oak and but you do get a sense of instant gratification.
Grand Chevalier from Domaine Serene. Just says red wine but guessing it's Merlot based. Have always enjoyed the wines of Domaine Serene but this one is overdone, too ripe, too much oak and but you do get a sense of instant gratification.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 2nd, 2014
Thought it was good. Went well with steak. Syrah/Pinot blend.
Thought it was good. Went well with steak. Syrah/Pinot blend.
Oct 2nd, 20232017 - lovely mixed soft fruit slight acid finish
2017 - lovely mixed soft fruit slight acid finish
Sep 3rd, 2022
Magnificent and interesting blend of Dundee Hills Oregon Pinot Noir (70%) and Walla Walla Syrah (30%). The floral and earthy characteristics of the Pinot Noir come to the fore as well as the fruit forward and spicy nature of the Syrah. This is especially true as the wine opens up. Earth, violet and vanilla aromas give way to blue and black fruits. Those same fruits (along with black cherry) fill the pallet. Hints of espresso and vanilla on the long and pronounced finish. Beautiful balance of flavor, texture and acidity. I’m guessing other US Pinot producers blend in Syrah but simply do not announce it. (And stay within labeling laws). A Pinot that would work well with a steak. Great quality!
Magnificent and interesting blend of Dundee Hills Oregon Pinot Noir (70%) and Walla Walla Syrah (30%). The floral and earthy characteristics of the Pinot Noir come to the fore as well as the fruit forward and spicy nature of the Syrah. This is especially true as the wine opens up. Earth, violet and vanilla aromas give way to blue and black fruits. Those same fruits (along with black cherry) fill the pallet. Hints of espresso and vanilla on the long and pronounced finish. Beautiful balance of flavor, texture and acidity. I’m guessing other US Pinot producers blend in Syrah but simply do not announce it. (And stay within labeling laws). A Pinot that would work well with a steak. Great quality!
Dec 25th, 2021