2019 was an unusual growing season for Washington. There was snow in the vineyards in February and March which delayed pruning and resulted in increased soil moisture. This led to larger canopy growth and also delayed bud break. Summer temps were mild compared to recent years with few heat spikes, leading to veraison and harvest beginning later than normal. Temperatures cooled considerably after the the first week of September and remained that way throughout harvest. Grapes achieved phenolic (flavor) maturity before sugar ripeness, contributing to lower overall sugar accumulation and elevated natural acidity. The season ended on Oct 11th with a freeze. Overall, 2019 created high quality wines that we are proud of.

The 2019 DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon demands attention with its brooding dark fruits like blackberry and plumb, as well as an energetic array of baking spices. This wine is rich, dense, and boasts a satisfying mid-palate weight. Aged in 100% new French Oak, the 2019 DuBrul shows well now, but has the complex tannin structure to cellar for many years to come.

2019 was an unusual growing season for Washington. There was snow in the vineyards in February and March which delayed pruning and resulted in increased soil moisture. This led to larger canopy growth and also delayed bud break. Summer temps were mild compared to recent years with few heat spikes, leading to veraison and harvest beginning later than normal. Temperatures cooled considerably after the the first week of September and remained that way throughout harvest. Grapes achieved phenolic (flavor) maturity before sugar ripeness, contributing to lower overall sugar accumulation and elevated natural acidity. The season ended on Oct 11th with a freeze. Overall, 2019 created high quality wines that we are proud of.

The 2019 Rosebud Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon features some of the oldest cabernet vines in Washington State, dating back to the 1970's. Striking a balance between red and dark fruits, this medium bodied wine shows its vibrant liveliness in the glass. Robust flavors of black cherry, raspberry jam and herbs, create a memorable and lasting finish. Rosebud is comprised of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc.

This beautiful Cab comes from the Yakima Valley AVA. Complex notes include tart cherry, raspberry, graphite, sage, anise, and tobacco. Aged 22 months. 

Grapes from the Wahluke Slope thrived in 2017, making this an excellent wine on more than one account. You’ll find luscious notes of blackberry, red plums, cherry, sage, fresh tobacco, and green tea. Aged 22 months. 

Not your grandmother’s rosè. This wine is 100% Cabernet Franc from the Chelle den Mille vineyard in Yakima Valley. It’s dry with dreamy notes of watermelon, rhubarb, strawberry, and green herbs—perfect for summer!

Lushly tropical, this wine has notes of pineapple, citrus, and mango.  You’ll also find some of the grassy-type notes you may think of with Sauvignon Blanc, like lemongrass, lemon thyme, daffodils and tulip. Aged 6 months in the concrete egg with some time in neutral French oak barrels.

2017 was a wonderful vintage for quality Washington wines.  Following a very cold winter, (which damaged a lot of vines, reducing yields, but not affecting overall quality) the spring and summer were steady and warm. The resulting fruit was nearly perfect, making sorting and fermentation a dream come true.

Varietals: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 10% Cab Franc

AVA: Red Mountain

Vineyards: Scootney

Fruit: red, black & blue berries

Herbs/Spices/Other: toasted coffee, leather, cedar

Aging: 60% new french oak 22 months

TA/pH: 5.9 / 3.87

Alcohol: 14.5%

Production: 50 cases

New Fall Release Club Wine!

100% Syrah

100% WC

The 2020 Stoney Vine Syrah asserts itself with a nose of herbs and crushed brambles. The palette consists of soft blue and black fruits, accompanied by subtle characteristics of earthy minerals and olive brine. The finish is plush with a robust umami characteristic that showcases the distinct flavor profile of the Rocks District AVA.

NEW FALL 2022 Black Label Club Release!

100% Syrah

50% WC

The initial sensory characteristic of the 2020 Les Collines Syrah is the floral bouquet nose, followed by the smell of ripe blueberries. This wine shows its vibrant blue fruit characteristics, a balanced acidity, and a rich structure on the finish. It is a robust and complex crowd favorite that has come to define the Les Collines Vineyard.

For this beautiful Syrah we used 50% whole cluster and aged it 18 months. Notes of black cherry, dried fig, sage, and white pepper dance on the palette. “Les Collines” is French for “the hills.” 

For this beautiful Syrah we used 50% whole cluster and aged it 18 months. Notes of black cherry, dried fig, sage, and white pepper dance on the palette. “Les Collines” is French for “the hills.” 

Playful and robust, this estate Syrah exhibits notes of blueberry, huckleberry, minerals, white pepper, and cured game. 50% whole cluster is aged for 18 months in 20% French oak. 

Playful and robust, this estate Syrah exhibits notes of blueberry, huckleberry, minerals, white pepper, and cured game. 50% whole cluster is aged for 18 months in 20% French oak.