- Region
- Washington State
- Producer
- Reynvaan Family Vineyards
- Vintage
- 2015
- Grape varieties
- 94% Syrah / Shiraz
- 6% Viognier
- Bottle size
- 75 cl
- Ratings
- 94 points Robert Parker
- 93 points James Suckling
- 94 points Wine Spectator
- 93 points Vinous
- Alcohol
- 13.2%
- Special characteristic
- Contains sulphites
Hand-picked and hand-selected grapes. Destemming of most of the fruit, then a cold maceration ('cold soak'). Subsequent fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel, with additional Viognier fruit accounting for around 6% of the juice. Gentle pressing then maturation for 18 months in French oak barrels (35% first-use). No fining or filtering.
Deep ruby with a dark core. Expressive nose of plum, dried fruit and blossom. Powerful and velvety on the palate, with bold dark fruit flavours and a spicy, saline finish.
The winery owns two very different vineyards that express their terroir in their own specific way. The 60-hectare 'In the Rocks' vineyard is planted with Rhône varieties as well as Cabernet Sauvignon. Capturing the minerality of this terroir is what the team at Reynvaan aim to achieve above all else.