Ratings
JS 93
Identity
| Producer | Tenet Wines |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 89% Syrah, 5% Grenache, 4% Mourvèdre, 2% Viognier |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep ruby with garnet highlights |
| Aroma | Blackberry, currants, raspberry jam, citrus, soy, earthy undertones, bramble, subtle meaty character, dark chocolate, tobacco, smoky cocoa, cola, citrus blossom, lemon, lavender, black olive tapenade, pepper |
| Palate | Smooth mouthfeel, unctuous texture, flavors of red plum, blueberries, cherry, blueberry, dark chocolate, hints of toasted vanilla, slate element, juicy blueberry, silky finish |
| Finish | Long silky finish with juicy blueberry, cherry, dark chocolate, hints of toasted vanilla, and slate element |
| Food Pairing | Grilled lamb, roasted duck, beef stew, smoked meats, aged cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Total Acidity | N/A |
| Sugar (g/l) | N/A |
| pH | N/A |
| Aging Process | 13 months in French and American oak barrels |
| Fermentation | Includes whole-cluster fermentation |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | N/A |
| Soil | N/A |
| Vine Age | N/A |
| Harvest Type | N/A |
| Harvest Desc | N/A |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Tenet Wines, a collaboration involving Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Head Winemaker Bob Bertheau and Rhone valley winemakers Michel Gassier and Philippe Cambie, aiming to showcase Syrah and Rhone varieties in Columbia Valley. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 088586006944 |
| Weight | N/A |
| Cork | natural cork |