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Columbia Valley Syrah Grenache

9.24 ratings
9.33 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Syrah, Grenache
Lamb, Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Turkey, Pasta, Mushrooms, Veal, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Potato, White Rice, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
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Tom Casagrande

Second bottle of this is as delicious as, maybe more than, the one I had about a year ago. (See my previous notes if interested.) Perhaps less fruity and more savory, minerally, resolved now. Excellent wine.

Second bottle of this is as delicious as, maybe more than, the one I had about a year ago. (See my previous notes if interested.) Perhaps less fruity and more savory, minerally, resolved now. Excellent wine.

Jan 11th, 2024
MaJ CappS

A Gary Larson cartoon comes to mind: Where smoked meat comes from - showing a cigarette smoking cow behind a barn.
This type of flavor from a good Rhone Syrah used to be common. Smelling this in a Wash state wine is amazing. Needs to be cellar temp for sure - lovely compote, blackberry nectar, a necco wafer, light tannin, yet mouth filling sweet tart acidity.
Reminds me of those old school wines of yore.

A Gary Larson cartoon comes to mind: Where smoked meat comes from - showing a cigarette smoking cow behind a barn.
This type of flavor from a good Rhone Syrah used to be common. Smelling this in a Wash state wine is amazing. Needs to be cellar temp for sure - lovely compote, blackberry nectar, a necco wafer, light tannin, yet mouth filling sweet tart acidity.
Reminds me of those old school wines of yore.

May 7th, 2023
Tom Casagrande

This is a very soft and sultry blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache. The nose has dark, ripe berry ooze, fire pit embers, a low-toned floral element, and some sweet spice. In the mouth it’s super soft, mouthfilling, and has flavors of rich dark berries that transition to savory, roasted elements. Lengthy finish has exceedingly soft, almost caressing tannins. Soft acids. Very very good for near term drinking.

This is a very soft and sultry blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache. The nose has dark, ripe berry ooze, fire pit embers, a low-toned floral element, and some sweet spice. In the mouth it’s super soft, mouthfilling, and has flavors of rich dark berries that transition to savory, roasted elements. Lengthy finish has exceedingly soft, almost caressing tannins. Soft acids. Very very good for near term drinking.

Feb 16th, 2023
K Brooks

Quite nice with lamb stuffed squash ($20), fruity and spicy.

Quite nice with lamb stuffed squash ($20), fruity and spicy.

Apr 14th, 2023