Valdemar Estates, Walla Walla Valley (United States) Syrah 2019

 A little under 200 cases of this were made, and the fruit was sourced from Stoney Vine Vineyard located south of Walla Walla with its distinctive rocky terroir.  The Syrah here follows the old-style, head-training method for vine management.  Blended with 5% Grenache, the wine was aged 16 months in 25% new and 75% 2-year-old, French oak.  It’s dark and vibrant, loaded with dark blackberry fruit, anise, and a slight earthy streak.  The flavors are ripe, spicy, and concentrated but are under control with light tannin leading to a savory, balanced finish.