1 - 2012 Canoe Ridge Reserve Syrah, Horse Heaven Hills
1 - 2013 Limited Edition Tempranillo, Yakima Valley
1 - 2012 Limited Edition Malbec, Wahluke Slope - 90 points, Wine Enthusiast
1 - 2012 Limited Edition Pinot Noir, Columbia Valley
2012 Canoe Ridge Reserve Syrah, Horse Heaven Hills 750ml
The Syrah has notes of black raspberry, blueberry, vanilla, cedar and spice, balanced by bright acidity, complex tannins and lengthy finish.
2013 Limited Edition Tempranillo, Yakima Valley 750ml
This deep, inky wine has black fruit aromas and flavors with notes of balsamic, tobacco, huckleberries, graphite and earth-driven minerals. In the background is a touch of herbal character and phenols. Medium tannins and vanilla notes complement a silky, lingering finish.
2012 Limited Edition Malbec, Wahluke Slope 750ml
Aromatics of delicious chocolate and dark fruit notes of plum, blueberry and cassis introduce rich flavors, reminiscent of fresh baked boysenberry pie with an easy, approachable tannin structure. A lingering finish offers hints of spice, cedar, anise and pepper.
2012 Limited Edition Pinot Noir, Columbia Valley 750ml
Aromas of fresh cut rose petals and garden strawberries combine with flavors of red cherry and rhubarb pie, finishing with a soft, silky texture.
Specs
2012 Canoe Ridge Reserve Syrah, Horse Heaven Hills 750ml
About the Vineyards
Canyon Vineyard Ranch is a 500-acre estate just outside of Prosser, Washington. The vineyard is planted with over 20 varietals as there are several distinct microclimates throughout the area. One of the coolest areas is a section of lower elevation which sits on the border of the vineyard. This section approximates the effect of a canyon valley with the cooler air settling to the bottom of the valley. A small acreage of Pinot Noir is planted here, where the varietal enjoys the cooler day- and night-time air temperatures.
About the Vintage
The 2012 vintage, while starting off with a stunning resemblance to 2011, finished off the season well: average heat accumulation and cumulative precipitation. Most bud break occurred in early April. Although overall precipitation for 2012 was slightly above normal, it was not evenly distributed over the growing season. August saw low humidity, low precipitation, and high temperatures which kicked off berry ripening. 2012 brought medium-sized berries, concentrated colors and intense flavors.
- Appellation: Columbia Valley
- Grape Source: 56% The Benches, 44% Canoe Ridge
- Blend: 92% Syrah, 8% Merlot
- Vintage: 2012
- Harvest Date: October 2012
- Yeast: RC212
- Oak: 33% new French oak/ 67% used American oak
- Aged: 24 months
- Fining: None
- Bottled: February 2015
- Total Acidity: 5.85 g/l
- Residual Sugar: None
- Malolactic: 100%
- Alcohol: 15%
- pH: 3.51
- Cases Produced: 144
- Release Date: June 27, 2015
2013 Limited Edition Tempranillo, Yakima Valley 750ml
This deep, inky wine has black fruit aromas and flavors with notes of balsamic, tobacco, huckleberries, graphite and earth-driven minerals. In the background is a touch of herbal character and phenols. Medium tannins and vanilla notes complement a silky, lingering finish.
About the Vintage
The warmest vintage in a decade, 2013's growing season cooled off just in time for harvest, and picking proceeded at a normal pace starting at the end of August. Total tonnage, approximately 220,000 tons, was up easily five percent over 2012, a record for Washington State. With a warm 2013 vintage, growers spread out canopies a bit more than usual and adjusted crop sizes to achieve a good balance of acidity and phenolic ripeness. Mother Nature made picking advantageous; varieties reached ripeness at different times, allowing crews a well-phased, thoughtfully-planned harvest resulting in crisp natural acidity and fruit forward flavors.
- Appellation: Yakima Valley
- Grape Source: Canyon Vineyard Ranch
- Blend: 100% Tempranillo
- Vintage: 2013
- Harvest Date: October 2013
- Yeast: RC212
- Oak: 50% new French oak/ 50% used French oak
- Aged: 10 months
- Fining: None
- Bottled: March 2015
- Total Acidity: 5.5 g/l
- Residual Sugar: None
- Malolactic: 100%
- Alcohol: 14.1%
- pH: 3.82
- Cases Produced: 137
2012 Limited Edition Malbec, Wahluke Slope 750ml
Aromatics of delicious chocolate and dark fruit notes of plum, blueberry and cassis introduce rich flavors, reminiscent of fresh baked boysenberry pie with an easy, approachable tannin structure. A lingering finish offers hints of spice, cedar, anise and pepper.
About the Vintage
The 2012 vintage, while starting off with a stunning resemblance to 2011, finished off the season well: average heat accumulation and cumulative precipitation. Most bud break occured in early April. Although overall precipitation for 2012 was slightly above normal, it was not evenly distributed over the growing season. August saw low humidity, low precipitation, and high temperatures which kicked off berry ripening. 2012 brought medium-sized berries, concentrated colors and intense flavors.
- Appellation: Wahulke Slope
- Grape Source: Doval
- Vintage: 2012
- Harvest Date: October 2012
- Yeast: D254
- Oak: 50% new French oak, 50% used Neutral oak
- Aged: 24 months
- Fining: None
- Bottled: March 2015
- Total Acidity: 5.0 g/l
- Residual Sugar: None
- Malolactic: 100%
- Alcohol: 14.1%
- pH: 3.99
- Cases Produced: 143
2012 Limited Edition Pinot Noir, Columbia Valley 750ml
Aromas of fresh cut rose petals and garden strawberries combine with flavors of red cherry and rhubarb pie, finishing with a soft, silky texture.
About the Vineyards
Canyon Vineyard Ranch is a 500-acre estate just outside of Prosser, Washington. The vineyard is planted with over 20 varietals as there are several distinct microclimates throughout the area. One of the coolest areas is a section of lower elevation which sits on the border of the vineyard. This section approximates the effect of a canyon valley with the cooler air settling to the bottom of the valley. A small acreage of Pinot Noir is planted here, where the varietal enjoys the cooler day- and night-time air temperatures.
About the Vintage
The 2012 vintage, while starting off with a stunning resemblance to 2011, finished off the season well: average heat accumulation and cumulative precipitation. Most bud break occured in early April. Although overall precipitation for 2012 was slightly above normal, it was not evenly distributed over the growing season. August saw low humidity, low precipitation, and high temperatures which kicked off berry ripening. 2012 brought medium-sized berries, concentrated colors and intense flavors.
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Grape Source: Canyon Vineyard Ranch
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2012
Harvest Date: October 2012
Yeast: D254
Oak: 30% new oak/ French (Mercury)
Aged: 11 months
Fining: None
Bottled: October 2013
Total Acidity: 5.5 g/l
Residual Sugar: None
Malolactic: 100%
Alcohol: 14.9%
Cases Produced: 120
Release Date: November 2014
