Ripe red and black fruit aromas of cranberry and black raspberry are complemented by subtle, complex notes of wood chips, pine needles, and wet clay. The palate is balanced and bright with impressive length, as silky tannins meet flavors of vanilla bean and tobacco for a rich, complex finish.
The 2021 growing season was warmer than average, with a dry heat throughout the summer. In the Columbia Valley, this resulted in the fruit being ripe earlier in the season, giving us grapes full of vibrant and focused flavors
