Vineyard Sources: 100% Carmènére from Weinbau Vineyard, Wahluke Slope

ABV: 13.9% // 147 cases produced.

Aging and Barrel Program: 33% New French Oak // Aged for 24 months

As always with Carmènére, there is so much happening in the nose, mouthfeel and finish of this varietal.  The name originates from the French word for "crimson" (carmin), which refers to the brilliant crimson color of autumn foliage prior to leaf-fall. The appearance of our 2022 vintage represents just that, it's gorgeous!  It opens up with notes of light green tomatillo, dark fruits such as blackberry, the mouthfeel and viscosity of dark honey, then balances out with a medley of green jalapeno and white pepper.  Medium body, acidity and tannin.

Serving Suggestions

Temperature: Room | Decant: Not needed

Aging | Enjoy now or this wine certainly will age out for the next ten years or more.

Food Pairing
Due to the dark fruit and spicey elements in this wine- think anything sweet and savory.  Or creamy to cut the spice. Cheddar, Brie, Camembert, or Queso Fresco cheeses. Dishes such as beef brisket, roasted chicken or lamb, pork ribs with a honey BBQ sauce or anything with bacon.