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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.2 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 62 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by geomack on 12/23/2023 & rated 90 points: Pleasantly surprised at how delicious this was for its age! A little licorice dominant at opening but, after about 30 minutes decanting, it was balanced, juicy, and flavorful. (125 views) | | | Tasted by MIRick on 1/15/2020 & rated 91 points: Very balanced, integrated tannins, fruit and acids. As time went on acids began to dominate. Very pleasantly surprised for a wine "found" in the cellar. (1312 views) | | | Tasted by MIRick on 11/23/2018 & rated 93 points: was glad we opened the bottle. Very nice fruit, tannins and acids. As expected air was not kind and acids dominated at the end (1488 views) | | | Tasted by cigar52 on 11/25/2017 & rated 89 points: Getting toward end of drinkable life. (2092 views) | | | Tasted by TwoSmoochies on 9/24/2015 & rated 87 points: We weren't sure if this was slightly flawed, in a dumb period or at the end of life. Very muted finish. (3929 views) | | | Tasted by pdemaio on 7/21/2015 & rated 93 points: Cork was destroyed, but wine survived. Very smooth and elegant. Good fruit, but acid driven. A touch of high notes give ethereal taste. Definitely a strong sweetness. Viscous. Attack comes on strong but veers into a long smooth finish at the last second. Glycerol.
PDQ93 (3968 views) | | | Tasted by pdemaio on 5/8/2015 & rated 92 points: Big round and fruit forward. Good wa Syrah... (3167 views) | | | Tasted by gmbdds on 3/25/2015 & rated 90 points: This was dark and big with blueberry, blackberry and some savory character. Approaches Barossa ripeness and does the style well if you favor it. Still plenty youthful. (2975 views) | | | Tasted by cweiss on 11/27/2014: Very attractive new world syrah fruit, dense without being ponderous. Acidity adequate and alcohol in check. Good wine. (2925 views) | | | Tasted by benny on 10/6/2014 & rated 92 points: Opened and poured. Drank over 2 hours. Outstanding now.Blackberry favours. Light spices. Floral notes. Smooth tannins
and a full and long finish. (1406 views) | | | Tasted by mlawren1 on 6/13/2014 & rated 91 points: Drinking well cherries and plums why some tobacco undertones. (1604 views) | | | Tasted by WAWINEFAN on 9/14/2013 & rated 90 points: Silky smooth nose. A bit acidic but very nice. (2346 views) | | | Tasted by GA_Seattle on 8/25/2013 flawed bottle: corked (2323 views) | | | Tasted by WAWINEFAN on 5/3/2013 & rated 91 points: Popped and poured. Tasting very nice. (2331 views) | | | Tasted by danielbleier on 4/6/2013 & rated 91 points: a little more blackberry to go with the plum, pepper and olive I got on 11/25/2012 (2257 views) | | | Tasted by BRR on 3/25/2013 & rated 92 points: Completely exceeded expectation - velvety, well-integrated tannins, deep, earth-backed black fruits, excellent mouthfeel. In a very good spot right now! In a Syrah style that shows off fruit more than funk, as in a Alban Reva sort of way, but not as much over-the-top. Delicious. (2132 views) | | | Tasted by richardkim on 2/6/2013 & rated 86 points: Rich color, reticent aromas. Nice body but favors are a bit lacking in complexity and depth of flavor. There are flavors of berry and a hint of tar. Tannins are a bit overpowering and out of balance. Overall a good wine, but for its overall quality it is overpriced. With time the tannins may soften, improving its balance but the modestly lacking complexity will remain. (1699 views) | | | Tasted by Apollo_Creed on 12/3/2012 & rated 90 points: Dark and inky. (1997 views) | | | Tasted by danielbleier on 11/25/2012 & rated 90 points: A good peppery syrah, plum and black olive. Has solid depth and length. (2064 views) | | | Tasted by ktkwine on 10/20/2012: DRANKAT 73 AT 65TH//// WITH GRILLED RIB EYE FR0M HENRY'S GOOD PAIRING.... (1899 views) | | | Tasted by jackiefeld on 8/18/2012: Sold to Tom G (1872 views) | | | Tasted by EricBe on 4/20/2012 & rated 92 points: Lovely (2456 views) | | | Tasted by corkscrews on 3/31/2012 & rated 91 points: A full nose of roasted meat and dark fruit, dark blackish purple in color. A full bodied big red, with blackberry, black cherry, pepper with spicy bitter chocolate. Needs a good decant, plenty of life left. (1941 views) | | | Tasted by syrahiously on 2/12/2012 & rated 93 points: Pours a luscious dark purple. Scents of blackberry, smoked meats and chocolate. Very bold and complex, yet balanced, flavors of spicy dark fruits. Did not decant; flavors became more subdued over the course of a 2-hour dinner. More approachable and balanced than the 2007 Doyenne. This is drinking extremely well right now. Spectacular. 93+ (2468 views) | | | Tasted by soccerwine on 1/18/2012: Very nice syrah drinking well now. Very subtle savory and meaty flavors over more domiinant berry and fruit. (2550 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| DeLille Cellars Producer website
DRINK NOW OR DRINK LATER?
by Chris Upchurch, Executive Winemaker/Vineyard Manager, Owner/Partner
By far, most questions asked of me always have something to do with the age ability of our wines. We offer the vintage chart below for this very reason, for all the red wines we have ever released. Please note that all of our wines are classically structured and designed to age well. I believe they will all see their tenth birthday and beyond in good health, and I include the white wines as well. Our white wines are not included in the chart because they are at "Drink" status at release. Aging does not make them more drinkable, yet there are interesting characteristics that can only develop in time, especially in the Chaleur Estate Blanc.
2006 DeLille Cellars Syrah DoyenneThis Wine
Tasting Notes:
Seductively classic Syrah nose of pomegranate, grilled meats, flowers, and lavender. This wine is outstandingly rich and voluptuous on the palate, with a big black berry core, and earthy notes of lavender, tarragon, and spices. The finish is balanced and powerful, a great addition to the cellar.
Appellation: Yakima Valley (*72% Red Mountain AVA)
Release Date: February 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2009
Varietal Blend: 98% Syrah 2% Viognier
Vineyard Breakdown:
*35% Ciel du Cheval Syrah
*32% Grand Ciel Vineyard Syrah
28% Boushey Syrah
*3% Kiona End of the Road Ranch Syrah
*2% Ciel du Cheval Viognier
Source:http://www.delillecellars.com/index.cfm?method=pages.showPage&pageid=755fdedf-fcb7-c020-369e-883243823c03
Syrah Varietal article (Wikipedia) | (Wines Northwest)
Note that some producers in the Northern Rhone distinguish between simply Syrah and "Serine", the latter described as ‘an ancient clone of Syrah, the berries of which are more oval-shaped and less deeply pigmented than Syrah’ by producer Tardieu-Laurent. USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanColumbia Valley Columbia Cascade Winery Association
The Columbia Valley AVA lies mostly in Washington state, with a small section in Oregon. The Cascade Range forms its western boundary with the Palouse regions bordering the area to the east. To the north, the Okanogan National Forest forms a border with the AVA and Canada. It encompasses the valleys formed by the Columbia River and its tributaries, including the Walla Walla River, the Snake River, and the Yakima River. The Columbia valley stretches between the 46th parallel and 47th parallel which puts it in line with the well known French wine growing regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The northern latitude gives the areas two more hours of additional daylight during the summer growing season than wine regions of California receive. The volcanic and sandy loam soil of the valley offers good drainage and is poor in nutrients, ideal in forcing the vine to concentrate its resources into the grape clusters.Yakima Valley Wine Yakima Valley |
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