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| Drinking window: Drink between 2019 and 2023 (based on 18 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 6 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by brouigu1 on 4/10/2021 & rated 91 points: Did a side by side with the 2013 and 2014 Snipes Mountain Grenache along with an Old World CdP and this Syrah.
Reminds me that I really enjoy some of the wines from Syncline. Bright red fruits with a smokey whiff. Medium+ body with good balance and plenty of fruit, tannin and acids to keep this rocking for several more years. (523 views) | | | Tasted by shorty01 on 10/24/2020 & rated 92 points: My last of four. Best one yet. Very meaty with kirschlike concentration, and plenty of acidity to carry it through. Regret not having secured more. (593 views) | | | Tasted by GrapeLuver on 8/3/2020: Appearance: clear, medium, ruby
Nose: clean, intensity medium, aromas of: cranberry, raspberry, strawberry, cherry, dried fig, preserved fruits, white pepper, nutmeg, and mushroom, developing
Palate: dry, acid medium (+), alcohol high, flavor intensity medium, tannins medium, flavors of: cranberry, raspberry, strawberry, cherry, dried fig, preserved fruits, finish medium (+)
Very enjoyable. (605 views) | | | Tasted by Bluecollar on 12/9/2018: Amazing Syrah Library Wine Tasting 2006-2015:
Closed and tight. Lot's of potential, but needs much more time (996 views) | | | Tasted by oropeza on 4/5/2018 & rated 90 points: Lush on the nose and in the mouth, black fruits and violet in front of a meaty, earth middle with big tannins leading to a chewy finish. New World nose and mouth on top of an Old World body... yum (1104 views) | | | Tasted by PT insurgent on 11/11/2017: Ripe red fruits, black fruits, a bit jammy. Spice notes, some floral, violets, black pepper. Alc feels a tad warm. (801 views) |
| Syncline Producer websiteSyrah 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. Boushey VineyardsBoushey Vineyards: Boushey Vineyards, owned by Richard and Luanne Boushey, are located in the Yakima Valley five miles north of the town of Grandview on the southern slopes of the Rattlesnake Mountains.
The vineyards are planted on several sites within a two mile radius; generally south facing slopes varying from 700 to 1200 ft. elevation.
The first blocks of grapes were planted in 1980 and the youngest were recently planted in 2003.
Dicks philosophy of grape growing is to compliment mother nature.
Occasionally he tries to fool her into thinking she is in control but most of time it is the other way around.
Varietals currently grown are: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Sangiovese and numerous clones.
http://www.wineyakimavalley.org/growers/growersD.asp?grid=15)
ALSO SEE:http://www.wineloverspage.com/bucko/washvineyards.phtml
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ALSO SEE: Washington's top vineyards: No. 4. Boushey Vineyard http://community.winepressnw.com/node/505)
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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