Cayuse Vineyards
Walla Walla Valley Syrah
Walla Walla Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
The oldest Cayuse I’ve had thanks to @Steve Anderson and an interesting comparison to what I’m used to from this house. The nose had none of the fox fur funk that I’m conditioned to expect; likewise no black olive tapenade in the taste profile. That being said, I thought it showed really well. Depth, balance and still some marked residual power. A fun chance to see what Cayuse is at age 20.
The oldest Cayuse I’ve had thanks to @Steve Anderson and an interesting comparison to what I’m used to from this house. The nose had none of the fox fur funk that I’m conditioned to expect; likewise no black olive tapenade in the taste profile. That being said, I thought it showed really well. Depth, balance and still some marked residual power. A fun chance to see what Cayuse is at age 20.
1 person found it helpfulDec 16th, 2018
In a tough spot between the Grange and the Chave in the 1st Syrah flight. 5th of 6 bottles from blue OWC. Although it wasn’t in the same class as the Grange, it drank above expectations for its age and pedigree (purchased fruit, pre-estate vineyards I think). Pre-
In a tough spot between the Grange and the Chave in the 1st Syrah flight. 5th of 6 bottles from blue OWC. Although it wasn’t in the same class as the Grange, it drank above expectations for its age and pedigree (purchased fruit, pre-estate vineyards I think). Pre-
Dec 19th, 2018
4th of 6 bottles from a well-stored original blue OWC, and the best to date. Nice example to share with friends at Hospice du Rhone. Still alive and kicking. From purchased fruit.
4th of 6 bottles from a well-stored original blue OWC, and the best to date. Nice example to share with friends at Hospice du Rhone. Still alive and kicking. From purchased fruit.
May 1st, 2018Third if six bottles from an obviously well stored blue OWC. Great fill and cork. A bit heavier dose of funk on the nose than the previous two bottles, but isn't that what many of us enjoy about Cayuse? Fruit has faded and the balance is leaning toward acid, but still some savory elements remaining.
Third if six bottles from an obviously well stored blue OWC. Great fill and cork. A bit heavier dose of funk on the nose than the previous two bottles, but isn't that what many of us enjoy about Cayuse? Fruit has faded and the balance is leaning toward acid, but still some savory elements remaining.
Jun 11th, 2017Excellent cork and fill. Still dark with mild dose of the Cayuse funk. Slightly lighter bodied and less fruit than most Cayuse offerings, although I've mostly had 2007 and on. I presume this has likely faded a bit since release, but could also be due to the 13.5 % ABV. Exceeded expectations overall.
Excellent cork and fill. Still dark with mild dose of the Cayuse funk. Slightly lighter bodied and less fruit than most Cayuse offerings, although I've mostly had 2007 and on. I presume this has likely faded a bit since release, but could also be due to the 13.5 % ABV. Exceeded expectations overall.
Mar 3rd, 2017
@romo @Steve Anderson Inspired by your throwback, here's even earlier. VA is absolutely rampant but was still an interesting bottle!
@romo @Steve Anderson Inspired by your throwback, here's even earlier. VA is absolutely rampant but was still an interesting bottle!
Jan 18th, 2017Not quite Green and Gold, but close enough to celebrate the Packers win. A little tired and past prime, but still some grip, spice and power on the mid-palate, although it tails off on the finish. Despite the critique, still a nice drink. 13.5% ABV. 🏈
Not quite Green and Gold, but close enough to celebrate the Packers win. A little tired and past prime, but still some grip, spice and power on the mid-palate, although it tails off on the finish. Despite the critique, still a nice drink. 13.5% ABV. 🏈
Jan 16th, 2017Introduced to this last night - unique and compelling.
Introduced to this last night - unique and compelling.
Apr 3rd, 2015Non-estate fruit. Would not have guessed Cayuse blind, but a nice expression of WA Syrah. Beautiful dark translucent red and surprisingly light-bodied for Syrah. Nose picks up a bit after about 30 min. A bit short on the finish, but still very enjoyable. Drink now.
Non-estate fruit. Would not have guessed Cayuse blind, but a nice expression of WA Syrah. Beautiful dark translucent red and surprisingly light-bodied for Syrah. Nose picks up a bit after about 30 min. A bit short on the finish, but still very enjoyable. Drink now.
Feb 1st, 2015