Andrew Rich Winery, Columbia Valley (Washington) 2018

 Andrew Rich’s Glacial red blend presents a paler color than I expected, just medium, translucent ruby.  The nose offers aromas of both ripe and cooked red cherries as well as a note of kirsch.  Flavors kick off with spicy mint and cedar tones, moving into black pepper, spices and a bittersweet, tart, dark plum fruit note.  The finish offers some aromas of bitter orange peel and a more savory than spicy bay leaf note.  The tannins are very soft, the acidity is just sufficient to balance with the resulting texture seeming open and accessible.  The blend is Syrah 47.5%, Mourvedre 26.5%, and Grenache 26.5%.