Walla Walla Valley Syrah

Happy New Year!

I double decanted this for about an hour before consuming. Extremely floral! The co-ferment of 8% Viognier really makes this jump from the glass. There is a balance of funk (Rocks district), stems and even some sweet stone fruit aromatically (from the Viognier). This feels like a middle ground of KVintners (big fruit, some savory/funk) and Cayuse (big funk, some fruit). It has a green/stemmy flair, but overall it’s a more fresh and fragrant style of Syrah. I’m a bit shocked at how ready to go this is…double decanted, but hardly any acidity or tannin at the finish. Incredibly easy to drink. Potpourri, iron, peppercorn crusted raspberries and rhubarb with added savory dark fruits at the finish. Delicious Syrah!

Co-ferment. This tells you it’s from the Rocks, but doesn’t scream it at you.

Outstanding Rocks Syrah. Total baby but all the stuff is here. Funky, earthy, with great fruit and structure. Somebody recommended this on Delectable but I can’t remember who it was. Amazing stuff and thanks whoever you are.

Favorite Syrah I’ve had this year. Definitely Rocks but balanced with fruit, finesse and complexity. The real deal.