3 - 2013 Vaucluse Red Blend, Columbia Valley
2013 Vaucluse Red Blend, Columbia Valley
91 points - Wine Enthusiast
90 points - Wine Spectator
Silky but concentrated, with plum skin, black currants and cocoa powder. A savory note weaves through, reminiscent of bay leaf and olive. The palate is thick, with black fruit, spice and a saline quality giving it a mouthwatering impression. The tannins provide framework, but are fine and melt away. The finish has great lift and has a fresh and floral black tea perfume.
Production notes
Sourced from Lawrence Vineyards, harvested October 2013. Aged 18 months in 30% new French oak 500L barrels. Bottled April 2015, 490 cases produced.
Other notes
Inspired by the Vaucluse department in the south of France, this Rhone blend is harvested from the fertile soils of our estate vineyard near Royal City in the Columbia Valley. Our Vaucluse is a reflection of the finest wines of the namesake region, located due east of France's Gård department. Within the Vaucluse lies Mondragon, a small village bearing the surname of our esteemed vineyard manager, Isidro Mondragon.